From 1972 to 1983, Larry Matysik was the voice of the legendary Wrestling at the Chase. He then worked for Vince McMahon and the WWE from 1984 to 1993. Come out for a behind the scenes look at the glory days of St. Louis Wrestling including stories about Pat O’Connor, Dick “The Bruiser,” Harley Race and many more.
Tony and Wanda Casta, with Mickey and Herb Simmons Photo courtesy of Jerame Simmons
Photo courtesy of Jerame Simmons
Photo courtesy of Jerame Simmons
Jim Harris with Tony Casta and Herb Simmons – Photo courtesy of Bryan Whitaker
The St.Louis Independent Wrestling Hall of Fame was founded to pay tribute to those that have contributed to the Independent Wrestling business. The home of the Independent Wrestling Hall of Fame will share the same location as the St.Louis Wrestling Hall of Fame at the South Broadway Athletic Club. There are many local men and women who have worked in the ring and developed their skills in the independent wrestling business. A committee was formed and will be developing the criteria each year to be considered for induction into the St.Louis Independent Wrestling Hall of Fame. Please continue to follow this page and please support Independent Wrestling.
SICW ALL-STAR WRESTLING
The next big SICW card takes place Saturday April 21st East Carondelet Illinois at 7pm. You don’t won’t to miss this one. Flash Flanagan goes for the SICW title against Champion Marc Houston with his manager Big Daddy. Can Flanagan overcome the power of Houston? Plus our Ambassador for SICW, your Canadian Hero Sean Vincent goes one on one against “The self proclaimed King” Chris Hargas in a 2-3 falls semi final match. Of course Travis Cook will be in the house demanding respect for them. Call now 618-286-4848 to reserve your seats
Travis Cook did all he could to keep the SICW Classic Wrestling Championship around the waist of his man Chris Hargas. During a key moment in the match Cook attempted to hit Kasa with a chain but it would backfire when Kasa pushed Hargas into him That did not stop Cook from continuing to interfere as later on he loaded his hand with powder but Kasa was fast enough to knock the powder into the face of the Manager of Champions. While Cook was arguing with SICW Promoter Herb Simmons, Kasa crawled under the ring and came up behind Hagas with a John Woo off the top rope to regain the SICW Classic Wrestling Champion.
Be sure to join SICW next Saturday October 28th at the Caseyville Village hall in Caseyville Illinois.
“Main Event” for Saturday October 21st in East Carondelet, Champion “Icon” Chris Hargas vs “Ironman” Ken Kasa for the SICW Classic Title. Plus big tag match, Big Troll and AX vs Flash Flanagan and Big Country Clint Poe. Plus the “Tokyo Monster” Kahagas returns to SICW. Also making their SICW Debut, Chief Attakullakulla and “The Beast”.
What a great lineup when SICW returns to the East Carondelet community center at 7pm.
You better call now to reserve your seats for this one 618-286-4848.
MWR was honored to be a special guest at the induction ceremony of Bob Backlund and Édouard Carpentier into the St. Louis Wrestling Hall of Fame this past Saturday.
The Hall of Fame is located inside the historic South Broadway Athletic Club in St. Louis, Missouri. Bob Backlund made his way for the historic moment and took time afterwards for a special Q and A with his fans as well as a meet and greet with his fans.
Bob Backlund spoke highly of his time in St. Louis including the contributions of promoter Sam Muchnick, Harley Race and Terry Funk impact to his success in the squared circle.
Ben Simon, Herb Simmons, Bob Backlund, Tony Casta and Nick Ridenour
Bob Backlund sat front and center for the matches at the Historic South Broadway Athletic Club including MWR Missouri Champions second title match of the night. The first one was at the house of Harley Race at WLW.
Later in the evening Bob Backlund sat front and center throughout the night to visit the fans and watch all the matches as well as giving his advice to the wrestlers that asked him.
Young CJ Shine is getting better with each match. Getting advice from a legend like Bob Backlund is a wise move for any wrestler, young or old.
MMWA Wrestling returns on October 10th at the historic South Broadway Athletic Club.
Bob Backlund’s nephew Tim inducted him into the Hall of Fame.
