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Saturday, May 31, 2008

Funk's Corner - Sunday's Show Dedicated To !BANG! TV Star Will Power

Courtesy of Dory Funk Jr.:

Funking Conservatory Wrestler, Will Power (Bill Spengler) was injured Thursday in an industrial accident at work when his foot was crushed by a forklift that overturned on the job. In trying to escape injury, Will Power jumped free of the forklift, clearing all but his foot which was smashed by the overturning forklift. Will Power went through the first of a series of surgeries in an effort to save as much of his foot as possible.

Will Power moved to Ocala, Florida from Dowagiac, Michigan to train to become a professional wrestler at the Funking Conservatory. Will is 27 years old, 6' 1" tall and weighs 215 pounds. Will's athletic background is in Tae-Kwon-Do, Jui-Jitsu and Mua-Thai Shoot Fighting.

Like many of the Funking Conservatory Pro Wrestlers, Will Power served his country in the United States military as a Paratrooper.

Will Power is one of the Funking Conservatory's most promising athletes and is now facing the challenge of his life.

Will Power's wife Jess is here in Ocala in support of her husband following his dream of becoming a professional wrestler. She has been at the hospital with him since the accident happened.

We will have more information on Will Power as it becomes available. Your thoughts and prayers for Will Power are needed.

Also Appearing on the show in honor of Will Power, Dory Funk Jr., All Japan Pro Wrestling Co. Representative, Nishimura San, Lexie Fyfe, (Former NWA Women's Champion) Johnny Magnum, Flyin' Ryan "Air" Mitchell with Sandii Skye, Elvis Sharp, Blain Rage, Shane Chung Chris "The Animal" James, Pistol Peyton Gunn, Damien, David Sands and Johnny Romano and "Heart Throb" Antonio Thomas. Will Power will be represented by his wife, Jessica Spengler.

For ticket information and training schedules contact the Funking Conservatory Wrestling School http://www.dory-funk.com / E-mail fuanku@dory-funk.com or Phone 352-895-4658.

Professional Wrestling Sunday 7:00pm In Ocala, Florida

Support the Troops 27, "International Fight"

Tickets are $15 purchased in advance and $20 at the door.

Tickets are available online at http://www.dory-funk.com or you can Purchase Wrestling Tickets Online Here.

Tickets are also available at Devon Self Storage in Ocala, Florida until Saturday at 4pm.

Friday, May 30, 2008

Well, She May Not Always Be Able To Make Weight, But She Sure Has Made Herself A Name

Electronic Arts has signed Gina Carano, as the lead ("Natasha," the Soviet commando) of 'Command & Conquer: Red Alert 3.'

Carano will appear on the game in both human and digital form.

I don't know much about such things (is Pac-Man still a top seller?), but I do recognize the scent of money when I smell it.

Anyway, for more on the latest series of C&C, visit the official website.

GEORGIA WRESTLING NEWS, NOTES, AND NOSTALGIA: 05/30-31/2008

Courtesy of GeorgiaWrestlingHistory.com:

NEWS

I will be out of pocket on Saturday, so today’s report will contain two day’s worth of news, notes, and nostalgia. (Rich Tate)

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is reporting that as of today, Dr. Phil C. Astin III faces 175 counts of prescription abuse in total, adding to the 25 that has had him under house arrest for nearly one year. Astin was initially facing charges of over prescribing to Chris Benoit, and later was targeted for the same for Mike Durham (aka Johnny Grunge) and another person. He is now linked to seventeen other patients under these charges. (Rich Tate)

Great Championship Wrestling results from the Gr8 Sk8 Plex in Phenix City, AL, on May 29: Hot Like Lava (Shaun Banks & Cru Jones, with Quentin Michaels) over Tex Monroe & J-Rod to win the GCW Tag Team Title; Scotty Beach over Murder One, with Wicked Nemesis; Tracy Taylor over Pandora, with Nemesis; Zero Tolerance, with Michaels, over Rick King; Orion Bishop, with Nemesis, over Micah Taylor, when Taylor became distracted by Johnny Swinger, who had hit Tracy outside the ring; Swinger, with Michaels, over David Young, Bull Buchanan, and Sonny Siaki in a four-way elimination to retain the GCW Heavyweight Title. Young and Siaki were both counted out in the main event, and Swinger got the win after a low blow as Michaels distracted the referee. It was reported that approximately 225 were in attendance. GCW will return on June 5, with a card expected to be announced soon. They have also announced an event to take place on June 28 at Johnny’s New York Style Pizza in Villa Rica, GA. (Rich Tate)

AWA World-1 South presents “Eruption in Ellaville”, GA, tonight at Buck’s Place, located at US Highway 19 South and 997 Broad Street. Bell time is 7:30 PM. Advertised: Tommy Rich & Chick Donovan versus K.I. Elite; the Bug, with Ron Niemi, defends the AWA Southern Heavyweight Title against J-Rod; Francisco Ciatso versus Barney Rumble; Ricky Romeo versus Big Bank Barfield; Mike Pain versus Q-Ball; and the return of Dale Lucas. (Rich Tate)

Championship Wrestling Overload returns to the Johnson County Recreation Department in Wrightsville, GA, tonight. Doors open at 7:30 PM, and bell time is 8:00. Ticket prices are $5, but kids 6-12 get in for $3 while children 5 and under are admitted free of charge. Advertised: Bobby Joiner defends the CWO Heavyweight Title against T.W> James, with Misty Dawn; Damien & the Cowboy defend the CWO Tag Team Title against the New Generation (Derrick Andrew Reynolds & Loco Motive), with Misty Dawn; Iron Bear defends the CWO Southern States Heavyweight Title against J.T. Crews; Will Allen versus Flatline; and Scotty Carmichael versus Leatherface. Also advertised to appear are Shawn Hunter, the Ringlord, and Lance Christian. (Rich Tate)

Full Impact Pro will be having a show at the National Guard Armory in Crystal River, FL, tonight. Bell time is at 8:00 PM. Advertised: for the FIP Tag Team Title, Jason Blade and Kenny King of the YRR defend against The Age of the Fall's Jimmy Jacobs and Tyler Black w/Rain. In an anything goes match, Black Market takes on Dark City Fight Club. Also in action will be Scotty 2 Hotty, FIP Heavyweight champion Roderick Strong, FIP Florida Heritage champion, Sal Rinauro of the YRR, Austin Aries, Delirious, Davey Richards, Erick Stevens, Seth Delay, The YRR's Chasyn Rance, Heartbreak Enterprises member Damien Wayne w/Sean and Phil Davis and Baby Doll, Portia Perez, Dingo, and Daizee Haze. Tomorrow, FIP is in Arcadia, FL, with a show that starts at 8:00 PM. Advertised: Scotty 2 Hotty takes on Davey Richards. Greg "The Hammer" Valentine faces off against Screamin’ Norman Smiley. Also in action are The Gemini, The YRR's Kenny King and Jason Blade, FIP Florida Heritage champion, the YRR's Sal Rinauro, Austin Aries, Delirious, Erick Stevens, The Age of the Falls' Tyler Black and Jimmy Jacobs w/Rain, Seth Delay, The YRR's Chasyn Rance, Black Market, Dark City Fight Club, Heartbreak Enterprises member Damien Wayne w/Sean and Phil Davis and Baby Doll, Porita Perez, Dingo, and Daizee Haze. (Brian Slack)

The American Fight League presents “Bulletproof” tonight at Philips Arena in Atlanta, GA, with action starting at 8:00 PM. Tickets, ranging from $27 to $202, went on sale today, and can be purchased by clicking here. Advertised: Diego Saraiva defends the AFL World Lightweight Title against Josh Cate; Douglas Lima versus Brent Weedman for the AFL World Welterweight Title; George Lockhart versus George Allen for the vacant AFL World Middleweight Interim Title; heavyweight bouts featuring Dan Christison versus Sam Holloway and Todd Duffee versus Steve Banks; a middleweight bout featuring David Curby versus Robi Ramey; a light heavyweight bout featuring Ethan Garrison versus Willy Smalls; and a lightweight bout featuring Torrance Taylor versus Junior Assuncao. AFL is promising two marquee signings to be announced at the event, with both being present to sign autographs. (Rich Tate)

Tickets for the following World Wrestling Entertainment events go on sale tomorrow: June 27 in Lubbock, TX, at the City Bank Coliseum (RAW/SmackDown/ECW); July 5 in Albany, GA, at the Albany Civic Center (SmackDown/ECW); July 6 in Pensacola, FL, at the Pensacola Civic Center (SmackDown/ECW); July 11 in Lexington, KY, at the Rupp Arena (RAW); July 27 in White Plains, NY, at the Westchester County Center (SmackDown/ECW); and August 10 in Salisbury, MD, at the Wicomico Civic Center (RAW). Tickets went on sale yesterday for a recently announced SmackDown/ECW event on November 8 at Arena D’Coque in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg. WWE has also announced an event on August 26 in Pittsburgh, PA, at the Mellon Arena. (Rich Tate)

Florida Championship Wrestling will be at Chris’ Catering, located at 120 7th Street, in Palmetto, FL, tomorrow. Advance tickets are $7, and will be $10 at the door. Bell time is 2:00 PM. Advertised: Jake Hager defends the FCW Heavyweight Title against Ted DiBiase, Jr.; the Empire defends the FCW Tag Team Title against the Puerto Rican Nightmares, with Miss Angela; Kevin Thorn versus Jay Bradley, with Mondo; Heath Miller, Jack Gabriel & Sheamus O’Shaunessy versus Matt Sydal, Gabe Tuft & Big Rob; Victoria & Daisy versus the Bella Twins; Colt Cabana & Atlas DaBone versus Mondo & Mr. Yamamoto; Brad Allen & Taryn Terrell versus Greg Jackson & Roucka; Brandon Groom versus Black Pain, with Bryan Kelly; Charles Evans & Vic Adams versus Tyrone Jones & Sinn Bowdee; Andrew Vein versus Kafu; and Shawn Spears & Mike Kruell versus T.J. Wilson & Rycklon. (Rich Tate)

NWA Anarchy has announced Fanfest 2008 for tomorrow, featuring a fan carnival and fan appreciation show with tickets at half price. The carnival will start at noon with face painting, barbecue, and the chance to mingle with your favorite Anarchy stars. Special events include "Dunk the Punk" with John Johnson, "Get in the Booth" - an opportunity to call a match with Greg Hunter, and "Shout at the Devil" - first time fan Q&A with Devil's Rejects, and it's all for a good cause. The Television Taping starts at 8pm with a double main event: Clash of the Titans IV: Iceberg (with the Reverend) defends the NWA Anarchy Heavyweight Title against Shatter (with Jeff G. Bailey) and Devil's Rejects (Azrael & Shaun Tempers with the Reverend) in an NWA Anarchy tag team title defense vs. Shadow Jackson & Slim J. Also on the card: Todd Sexton & Jeremy Vain & Mr. Adonis & Chad Parham vs. Ace Rockwell & Mikal Judas & New Wave (Derrick Driver & Steven Walters, and the first ever NWA Anarchy Ultimate Survivor Match. (Larry Goodman)

Prime Time Pro Wrestling will be at the Community Center in Manchester, GA, tomorrow night, with an event and a festival for kids. The ninety-minute “Kids Fest”, featuring clowns, games, and prizes, begins at 5:30 PM. Bell time for the matches is 8:00 PM, and doors open at 7:00. Advertised: Chris Stevens versus Mr. Hughes; Ron Stalker versus Thomas Britain; A.J. Steele versus Big Beef Simmons; Colt Derringer versus Brokishi; Ash & El Loco, Jr., versus the Southside Trash; and Dustin Powers versus Chick Donovan. Call (706) 570-3978 for more information. (Rich Tate)

Power Pro Wrestling will be at the Recreation Center in Bremen, GA, tomorrow night. Bell time is 7:30 PM, and doors open at 6:30. Children 5 and under are admitted free, while children 6-12 get in for $3. Front row tickets are $10. All other seating is $8. Advance tickets will be discounted by $2, and can be purchased up to 6:00 PM on May 30 by calling (770) 883-1064, (770) 823-5044, or (404) 805-6666. Advertised: Frankie Valentine, J-Rod, Bulldog Raines, Chris Lightning, Cameron Valentine, Billy Knight, Lamar Phillips, Chris Ganz, Josh Stone, and Brian Alexander. (Rich Tate)

Tomorrow night, Southern Classic Wrestling returns to Big Dog Billiards in Sandersville, GA. Doors open at 7:30 and show begins at 8:00. In a Georgia Heritage Championship match, Ronnie Rage defends against "Hotshot" Jamie Holmes. Leatherface defends the SCW Heavyweight championship. Also in action will be Conner Cruze, Flatline, The Cult of Chaos, Mike Margera, TA Stanton, Gregory Haze, Mortochai, Michael Stone and much more. Tickets are $7 for adults, $3 for kids 6-12 and free for kids 5 and under. (Brian Slack)

Tomorrow night at 7:30 in the Pell City Civic Center in Pell City, AL, Global Championship Wrestling will be in action. Advertised to appear are David Young, Maddog, Samoan Soldiers, Johnny Swinger, Inhuman Fly, Bull Buchanan, Mudbone, Veronica Fairchild, Genni Right, Thunder Horse, TT3, Nasty Kritter, Orion Bishop, Soul Crusher, Joey Lightning, Jesse Pain, and the Russian Assassin. For ticket information call (205) 338-9713. (Brian Slack)

The National Wrestling Alliance will converge at Philips Arena in Atlanta, GA, on June 7. Initially intended to be simply a taping for the NWA Wrestling Showcase, the event has escalated in scale, including formal inductions of previously named NWA Hall of Fame members, as well as honoring this year’s members as well. Tommy Rich, the Iron Sheik, Nikita Koloff, the Corsicans (Joe & Jean), and the Midnight Express (Dennis Condrey & Bobby Eaton), will be among the 2008 class, and it has been announced that Ric Flair will join them. The entire 2008 class will be present at the event. Already in the Hall of Fame and expected to be honored at the event are Lou Thesz, Sam Muchnick, Harley Race, Eddie Graham, Dory Funk, Jr., Jim Barnett, Lelani Kai, the Rock & Roll Express, Saul Weingeroff, Gordon Solie, Lance Russell, and Jim Cornette, who will be master of ceremonies. Also advertised up to this point in regard to matches and/or appearances are as follows: Rich versus Abdullah the Butcher; Phil Shatter, Mikal Judas, and Iceberg in a three-way for the NWA Anarchy Heavyweight Title; Sid Vicious; and Rob Conway. (Rich Tate)

On June 20 at 7:00 PM, Ultimate Championship Wrestling goes to the Dade City Armory in Dade City, FL. On June 21 at 7:00, UCW will be at the Outlet Mall in Spring Hill, FL. Advertised for both shows: "Mr. USA" Tony Atlas, Ox Baker, Robbie Ellis, and Travis Funk. Tickets for both events are $25 for ringside, $20 for general, $15 ringside for kids 5-11, $10 for kids 5-11, and free for kids under 5. For the Dade City show, there will also be an autograph session at Beef O Brady's from 2-4. There will also be an autograph session at Outlet Mall from 2-4 before the Spring Hill event. For more information call (813) 377-2590. (Brian Slack)

Total Nonstop Action has announced the following events: July 19 in Monroe, LA, at the Monroe Civic Center; and July 20 in Little Rock, AR, at the AllTell Arena. (Rich Tate)

DISCLAIMER: GWH is not liable for any card changes, cancellations, etc. We can only report what is reported to us. As always, we suggest you check with the promotion within 24 hours to verify information posted here.

NOTES

Jimmy Rave has arrived in Japan where he will participate in New Japan Pro Wrestling's Best of the Super Juniors tournament. His first three matches are May 30 at Soka City Sports Gymnasium - Best of Super Juniors- Block B: Rave vs AKIRA, June 1 in Tokyo at Korakuen Hall - Koji Kanemoto, AKIRA & Ryusuke Taguchi vs. Rave & Yujiro & Tetsuya Naito, and June 4 at Toyama Techno Hall - Best of Super Juniors- Block B: Rave vs. Naito. Rave will be in Japan through June 16. (Larry Goodman)

We received word from Bobby Simmons, who conducted the memorial service yesterday for Susan ‘Pebbles’ Adams, who died last week. Adams was once a valet and wife of Chick Donovan. She leaves behind a fiancé and son, whose father is Donovan. According to Simmons, “The service went well and we were well represented by Gene Bennett, Bill Dromo, Debi Simmons, Charlie Smith, Juanita Timbs, Brian Green, and Buck Timbs. Joyce Grable and her sister sang beautifully at the service. Thanks be to God she left a testimony of her faith and I believe she is at home with The Master.” He then added, “Please remember her fiancé, David, and her son as they have a rough road to travel in the days ahead. Life is fragile, handle it with prayer.” (Rich Tate)

GWH wishes a happy birthday to Jake Roberts (53), Lexie Fyfe, and Dan Masters today. GWH also wishes a happy birthday to Vampiro, who turns 41 tomorrow.

Today in Memoriam: Phil Lawson (48, 1949), Espanto I (35, 1968), and Lenny Montana (1992). Tomorrow in Memoriam: Joe Shimkus (1934), Jack Kaiser (1991), George Kopecky (74, 2000), and Tex McKenzie (71, 2001).

MAY 30 NOSTALGIA

MAY 30, 1925: Joe Stecher defeated Stanislaus Zbyszko in St. Louis, MO.

MAY 30, 1932 (MONDAY) – AUGUSTA, GA – SUNNYDALE ARENA (C.S. Lippard – Promoter) > Sammy Miller defeated Swede Hanson > Bearcat Jones defeated Jackie Nichols > Southern Lightweight Title Match: Jack Ross* defeated Warren Whitten / Notes: Jack Ross had been billed as the Southern Lightweight Champion since May 2, 1932.

MAY 30, 1933 (TUESDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – CENTER HILL ARENA (J.E. McKee – Promoter) > Lloyd Brown versus Alton Woods > John Dameron versus Eddie Wagner > John Mauldin versus Dink Almand / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 30, 1933 (TUESDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – PONCE de LEON BALL PARK (Henry Weber – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Tom Marvin and Ivan Vakturoff wrestled to a draw at 60:00 > NWA World Heavyweight Title Match: Jim Londos* defeated Milo Steinborn at 49:30 (2-0) / Notes: It was reported that 8,000 were in attendance for this card. Jim Londos had been the reigning NWA World Heavyweight Champion since he defeated Dick Shikat in Philadelphia, PA, on June 6, 1930. This version was the one recognized by the National Boxing Association as the National Wrestling Association. There was also a preliminary match, but no details were reported following the card.

MAY 30, 1933 (TUESDAY) – AUGUSTA, GA – MUNICIPAL STADIUM (W.K. Carswell – Promoter) > Tom Mahoney versus Dick Lever > Bobby Stewart versus Jim Achlin / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 30, 1934 (WEDNESDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – CENTER HILL ARENA (J.E. McKee – Promoter) > Wesley Brownlee versus Johnny Runyon > Pete Rogers versus Jack Toney / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. Son Almand was also scheduled to wrestle in the main event versus an opponent unknown at this time.

MAY 30, 1934 (WEDNESDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – PONCE de LEON BALL PARK (Henry Weber – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Dorv Roche and Chief Chewacki wrestled to a draw at 30:00 > Karl Sarpolis defeated Karl Davis > Gino Garibaldi defeated Pete Sauer (2-1)

MAY 30, 1935 (THURSDAY) – AVONDALE, GA – AVONDALE ARENA (Nat Jones – Promoter) > Boxing Match: Gene Johnson versus Roy Queen > Battle Royal featuring Totem Pole Anderson, Bob Anderson, Little George, and Whitey Patterson > No TL Match: Tarzan Jordan versus Son Almand / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 30, 1947 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – ATLANTA MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Nick Carter and Tom Mahoney wrestled to a draw > Rudy Strongberg defeated Bill McIntyre > Don McIntyre & Johnny Long defeated Jim Coffield & Al Galento > Ray Villmer defeated Earl Wampler

MAY 30, 1953 (SATURDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – ATLANTA MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Jack Steele versus Carlos Guzman > Nick Carter & Tex Riley versus Danny Dusek & Raoul Lopez > Art Nelson versus Henry Harrell / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 30, 1955 (MONDAY) – AUGUSTA, GA – WILLIAM BELL AUDITORIUM (Tom Mahoney – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Red McIntyre and Charro Azteca wrestled to a draw at 15:00 > Andre Drapp defeated Doran O’Hara > Eddie Gossett defeated Dizzy Davis (2-0) > Andre Drapp & Red McIntyre defeated Doran O’Hara & Charro Azteca

MAY 30, 1955 (MONDAY) – VALDOSTA, GA – VALDOSTA LIVESTOCK ARENA (Gordon Walker – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Bob Cummings versus Steve Novak > Texas Death Match: Tarzan White versus Tokyo Joe / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 30, 1958 (FRIDAY) – MARIETTA, GA – LARRY BELL AUDITORIUM (Elmo Chappell – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Women’s Match: Judy Glover defeated Catherine Simpson > Mixed Tag Team Match: Freddie Blassie & Catherine Simpson defeated Ronnie Etchison & Judy Glover > The Mighty Yankee defeated Don Lee by disqualification

MAY 30, 1961 (TUESDAY) – MACON, GA – MACON CITY AUDITORIUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Bob Rasmussen & Derrell Cochran defeated Jack Steele & Tiny Evans > Prince Kalani defeated Gypsy Joe

MAY 30, 1962 (WEDNESDAY) – COLUMBUS, GA – COLUMBUS MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Andre Drapp defeated Mark Stone > Charlie Harben & Prince Kalani defeated Tony Barbetta & Bulldog Lawley > Lenny Montana and Chief Little Eagle wrestled to a draw at 60:00

MAY 30, 1964 (SATURDAY) – MARIETTA, GA – LARRY BELL AUDITORIUM (Elmo Chappell – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Women’s Match: Ann Casey versus Andrea Swenson > Joe McCarthy & Red Roberts versus the Bavarian Boys > Joe Scarpa versus Sputnik Monroe / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 30, 1969 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – PAUL JONES SPORTS ARENA [P] (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Dennis Hall defeated Tim Geohagen > Tom Bradley defeated Silento Rodriguez > The Kentuckians defeated Mitsu & Sugi Sito > Bill Dromo defeated Skandor Akbar > Professional #2 & the Assassins defeated Louie Tillet, El Mongol & the Professional / Notes: In the program for this card, it was reported that Tom Bradley was upset with referee Leo Garibaldi as a result of his match with El Mongol on May 23, 1969. Bradley was claiming that Garibaldi blocked his entry back into the ring after rolling out for a breather, which led to Mongol having an advantage to cover Bradley for the pin. Bradley had apparently issued a challenge to wrestle Garibaldi as a result, and Garibaldi said he was prepared if the match was set up to happen. It was reported that the Professional had issued a challenge to Professional #2 to a match where both men would risk their masks, but that no answer had yet been given by Pro #2. It was announced that a match was scheduled to take place on June 6, 1969, between Lou Thesz and Paul DeMarco, but that DeMarco was trying to back out of the match. Paul Jones claimed he had scheduled this match because DeMarco wanted a shot at the NWA World Heavyweight Title held by Dory Funk, Jr., and that DeMarco had initially agreed to Jones’ promise that should he defeat Thesz, he would do all he could to sign the match between DeMarco and Funk, Jr. Jones felt that DeMarco was having second thoughts as to whether he could defeat Thesz. It was also announced that Dory Funk, Jr., and Los Toros would be wrestling in Atlanta soon.

MAY 30, 1970 (SATURDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – WQXI STUDIOS (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Alberto Torres defeated George Harris > Nick Bockwinkel & Paul DeMarco and Doug Gilbert & the Challenger wrestled to a draw > Buddy Colt defeated Dale Jones / Notes: This was taped for the “Atlanta TV Wrestling” television program hosted by Ed Capral. Homer O’Dell managed Buddy Colt.

MAY 30, 1972 (TUESDAY) – MACON, GA – MACON COLISEUM [P] (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Tim Geohagen defeated the Champ > Derrell Cochran defeated Karl Von Stroheim > Jerry Oates and Oki Shikina wrestled to a draw > Bob Armstrong & Dick Steinborn defeated Ox Baker & Assassin #1 > Koa Tiki defeated Assassin #2 by disqualification / Notes: Assassin #2 was disqualified by referee Eddie Smith during his match with Koa Tiki for using karate. Tiki retaliated by removing the Assassin’s mask, but his face was quickly covered by Assassin #1 and his identity could not be revealed. It was announced that Dory Funk, Jr., would be wrestling in Macon on June 13, 1972.

MAY 30, 1973 (WEDNESDAY) – COLUMBUS, GA – MEMORIAL FOOTBALL STADIUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Bill Watts versus Bob Armstrong / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 30, 1975 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – OMNI COLISEUM [P] (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Mike Stallings and Lorenzo Parente wrestled to a draw > Rocky Johnson defeated Cowboy Parker > Bob Armstrong, Robert Fuller & Rocky Johnson defeated Jerry Lawler, Don Kent & Bob Orton, Jr. > Bob Backlund and Ken Dillinger wrestled to a draw > Dusty Rhodes & Mr. Wrestling #2 defeated Harley Race & Toru Tanaka > Abdullah the Butcher defeated the Sheik by disqualification > NWA World Heavyweight Title Match: Jack Brisco* defeated Mr. Wrestling #1 / Notes: Eddie Creatchman managed the Sheik. Rock Hunter managed Toru Tanaka and Abdullah the Butcher. Ron West and Bobby Simmons were credited as being referees for this card.

MAY 30, 1977 (MONDAY) – AUGUSTA, GA – WILLIAM BELL AUDITORIUM (Charlie Harben – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Richard Blood defeated Bill Howard > Handicap Match: Waldo Von Erich defeated Jerry Stubbs & Roberto Soto > Mr. Wrestling #1 defeated Dick Slater > Thunderbolt Patterson & Black Atlas defeated Ole & Gene Anderson > Georgia Heavyweight Title Match: Paul Jones* defeated the French Angel / Notes: Bearcat Wright managed Dick Slater.

MAY 30, 1978 (TUESDAY) – MACON, GA – MACON COLISEUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Hartford Love defeated Roger Howell > Helmut Schmidt defeated Paul Ellering > Ivan Koloff defeated Adrian Adonis > Lumberjack Match: Tommy Rich defeated Rock Hunter > Georgia Television Title Match: Thunderbolt Patterson* defeated Ole Anderson > Bob Armstrong defeated Ole Anderson / Notes: Ole Anderson substituted for Stan Hansen in the match with Bob Armstrong.

MAY 30, 1979 (WEDNESDAY) – COLUMBUS, GA – COLUMBUS MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Charlie Fulton versus Jerry Roberts > Frank Monte versus Mike Stallings > Ray Candy versus Doug Somers > Ivan Koloff & Kurt Von Hess versus Tommy Rich & Mr. Wrestling #1 > Bob Armstrong versus the Masked Superstar > Georgia Heavyweight Title Match: Wahoo McDaniel* Ole Anderson / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. Bobby Heenan managed the Masked Superstar.

MAY 30, 1980 (FRIDAY) – DALTON, GA – FORT HILL SCHOOL GYMNASIUM (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Ivan Koloff & Alexis Smirnoff versus Kevin Sullivan & Mr. Wrestling #2 > Tommy Rich versus Austin Idol / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. Rock Hunter managed Ivan Koloff and Alexis Smirnoff.

MAY 30, 1981 (SATURDAY) – CHATTANOOGA, TN – CHATTANOOGA MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Robert Gibson versus Gypsy Joe > Jerry Oates versus Bryan St. John > Bobby Eaton versus Mike Sharpe > Terry Gordy & Buddy Roberts versus Ricky Gibson & Tommy Rich / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. Michael Hayes was locked in a cage at ringside during the match between Terry Gordy & Buddy Roberts and Ricky Gibson & Tommy Rich.

MAY 31 NOSTALGIA

MAY 31, 1932 (TUESDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – PONCE de LEON BALL PARK (Henry Weber – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Ernie Dusek defeated Frank Speer > Paul Jones defeated Tom Marvin (2-1)

MAY 31, 1933 (WEDNESDAY) – EAST POINT, GA – EGAN PARK ARENA (Promoter – Unknown) > Alton Woods versus Smitty Anderson > Pat Austin versus Ambrose Cole > Bill Collins versus Tarzan Jordan / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. There was also a boxing match, but no details were provided following the card.

MAY 31, 1934 (THURSDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – MORELAND ARENA (Promoter – Unknown) > Wesley Brownlee versus Whitey Patterson > John Mauldin versus Dan Kellenger > Hans Kaempfer versus Chief Barefoot / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 31, 1935 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – RIVERSIDE ARENA (Frank Bettis and Cleve Roby – Promoters) > Foy Rivers versus Gorilla Powell > Jack Trainer versus Honey Boy Hackney > Sammy Miller versus Son Almand / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. Totem Pole Anderson was the special referee for the match between Sammy Miller and Son Almand.

MAY 31, 1937 (MONDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – KEY ARENA (Frank Bettis and Cleve Roby – Promoters) > Joe Ferona versus Bulldog Mallory > Jack Bloomfield versus Don Rainey > John Mauldin versus Paddy Nolan / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 31, 1952 (SATURDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – ATLANTA MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Tarzan White defeated Howard Cantonwine > Women’s Match: Louise Greene defeated Ethel Johnson by disqualification > Danny & Wally Dusek defeated Don McIntyre & Doran O’Hara > Gorgeous George defeated Angelo Martinelli / Notes: Gorgeous George was escorted to the ring by his valet Jeffries.

MAY 31, 1954 (MONDAY) – AUGUSTA, GA – WILLIAM BELL AUDITORIUM (Tom Mahoney – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Harry Smith defeated Frank Thompson > Women’s World Title Match: Mildred Burke* defeated Millie Stafford > El Toro defeated Jack Dillon > Clyde Steeves and Chief Big Heart wrestled to a draw at 60:00 / Notes: Mildred Burke had been the reigning Women’s World Champion since she defeated Betty Nichols in Columbus, OH, on December 1, 1938.

MAY 31, 1957 (FRIDAY) – MARIETTA, GA – LARRY BELL AUDITORIUM (Elmo Chappell – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Women’s Match: Barbara Baker versus Mars Bennett > Southern Heavyweight Title Match: Kurt Von Brawner* versus George Drake / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. It is unclear as to how Kurt Von Brawner came to be recognized as Southern Heavyweight Champion. The last reference we have shows him losing the title to Don McIntyre on May 3, 1957, in Atlanta. The last reference to the title in Marietta shows Red McIntyre as champion on February 22, 1957.

MAY 31, 1957 (FRIDAY) – COLLEGE PARK, GA – NORTH CLAYTON HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Al Galento & Babe Zaharias versus Al Massey & Oni Wiki Wiki / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 31, 1960 (TUESDAY) – MACON, GA – MACON CITY AUDITORIUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Doug Gilbert and Corsica Joe wrestled to a draw > The Corsicans defeated Lou Whitson & Doug Gilbert > Southern Heavyweight Title Match: Freddie Blassie* defeated Bill Dromo / Notes: Freddie Blassie had been the reigning Southern Heavyweight Champion since he defeated Dickie Gunkel on April 15, 1960, in Atlanta.

MAY 31, 1961 (WEDNESDAY) – COLUMBUS, GA – COLUMBUS SPORTS ARENA (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Women’s Match: Dot Carter defeated Fran Gravette by disqualification > Mixed Tag Team Match: Tiny Evans & Fran Gravette defeated Bob Rasmussen & Dot Carter > Jerry Graham & Gypsy Joe defeated Guy Mitchell & Prince Kalani

MAY 31, 1963 (FRIDAY) – MARIETTA, GA – LARRY BELL AUDITORIUM (Elmo Chappell – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Bob Eisenburg defeated Tito Kopa by disqualification > Derrell Cochran defeated John Heath > Dick Steinborn defeated George Harris > Bill Dromo and Lenny Montana wrestled to a draw at 60:00

MAY 31, 1968 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – LAKEWOOD SPEEDWAY [P] (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Pedro Valdez defeated Oki Shikina > Tank Morgan defeated Johnny Walker > Dick Steinborn & Bob Armstrong defeated the Rising Suns > Women’s World Title Match: the Fabulous Moolah* defeated Joyce Grable > Pat O’Connor & Mario Galento defeated the Infernos > Southern Tag Team Title Match: Enrique & Alberto Torres defeated Hans Schmidt & El Mongol* to win title / Notes: J.C. Dykes managed the Infernos. Jim Wilson was the special referee for the match between Enrique & Alberto Torres and Hans Schmidt & El Mongol. Gentleman X (2) managed Schmidt & El Mongol. Jack Crawford also appeared at the request of Paul Jones, so that he could see both Crawford and Gentleman X at the same time. Bob Armstrong was quoted in the program for this card that he had resigned as a firefighter to devote his time to wrestling. The Fabulous Moolah had been billed as Women’s World Champion since she defeated Judy Grable on September 18, 1956, in Baltimore, MD. Hans Schmidt & El Mongol had been the reigning Southern Tag Team Champions since they defeated Enrique & Alberto Torres on April 26, 1968, in Atlanta.

MAY 31, 1969 (SATURDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – WQXI STUDIOS (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > El Mongol defeated Mitsu Sito > Lou Thesz & the Professional defeated Assassin #1 & Professional #2 / Notes: This was taped for the “Atlanta TV Wrestling” television program hosted by Ed Capral. During the match between Lou Thesz & the Professional and Assassin #1 & Professional #2, Thesz removed the Professional #2’s mask to identify him as Paul DeMarco.

MAY 31, 1973 (THURSDAY) – ROME, GA (Ann Gunkel – Promoter / All-South Wrestling Alliance) > Wayne Cowan versus Rod Vickery > Mixed Tag Team Match: Jesse James & Barbara Owens versus Krusher Karlson & Sheila Reeves > Oki Shikina versus the Avenger > World Light Heavyweight Title Match: the Golden Gladiator* versus Dick Steinborn > Jack Armstrong & Ox Baker versus Argentina Apollo & Kubla Khan / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 31, 1974 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – OMNI COLISEUM [P] (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Art Nelson defeated Jack Welch > Dennis Stamp defeated the Great Malenko by disqualification > Bob Sweetan defeated Jerry Oates > Ron & Terry Garvin defeated Steve Keirn & Pat O’Connor > Georgia Tag Team Title Match: Ole & Gene Anderson defeated Bob Armstrong & Robert Fuller* to win title > Southern States Heavyweight Title Match: Jerry Brisco* defeated Pat Patterson > Georgia Heavyweight Title Match: Mr. Wrestling #2* defeated Buddy Colt > NWA World Heavyweight Title Match (No DQ): Jack Brisco* defeated Dusty Rhodes > Cage Match: Andre the Giant defeated Bill Watts / Notes: Jimmy Garvin managed Ron & Terry Garvin. Pat O’Connor was the special referee for the match between Andre the Giant and Bill Watts.

MAY 31, 1975 (SATURDAY) – GRIFFIN, GA – GRIFFIN-BARNESVILLE SPORTS PALACE (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Larry Zbyszko defeated Billy Raven > Billy Spears defeated Bill Dromo > Bob Orton, Jr., defeated Dennis Hall > Bob Armstrong, Robert Fuller & Mr. Wrestling #1 defeated Toru Tanaka & the Outlaws / Notes: Rock Hunter managed Toru Tanaka.

MAY 31, 1976 (MONDAY) – AUGUSTA, GA – WILLIAM BELL AUDITORIUM (Charlie Harben – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Wayne Cowan and Ted Oates wrestled to a draw at 15:00 > The Great Goliath defeated Jerry Oates > Ken Mantell defeated Black Gordman > Abdullah the Butcher defeated Dean Ho > Mark Lewin & Mr. Wrestling #2 defeated Gary Hart & the Spoiler / Notes: Gary Hart managed Abdullah the Butcher and the Spoiler.

MAY 31, 1977 (TUESDAY) – MACON, GA – MACON COLISEUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Mike Stallings defeated Abe Jacobs at 13:00 > Randy Savage defeated Richard Blood at 12:00 > Waldo Von Erich defeated Roberto Soto at 9:00 > Black Atlas & Mr. Wrestling #1 defeated Dick Slater & Lars Anderson > Macon Heavyweight Title Match (DQ Rule Waived): Ole Anderson* versus Mr. Wrestling #2 ended in a double countout / Notes: Black Atlas was the special referee for the match between Ole Anderson and Mr. Wrestling #2. Bearcat Wright managed Dick Slater.

MAY 31, 1978 (WEDNESDAY) – COLUMBUS, GA – COLUMBUS MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > John Ruggers versus Steve Regal > Adrian Adonis versus Hartford Love > Tommy Rich versus the French Angel > Ivan Koloff versus Pez Whatley > Stan Hansen, Thunderbolt Patterson & Mr. Wrestling #2 versus Ole Anderson, Rock Hunter & Abdullah the Butcher / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. Rock Hunter managed Abdullah the Butcher.

MAY 31, 1980 (SATURDAY) – GRIFFIN, GA – MID-SOUTH AUDITORIUM (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Gerald Finley defeated Jim Nelson > Kevin Sullivan defeated Charlie Fulton > Genichiro Tenryu defeated Snake Brown > Austin Idol versus Mr. Wrestling #2 ruled a no contest > Lumberjack Match: Ole & Lars Anderson versus Ivan Koloff & Alexis Smirnoff ended in a double disqualification / Notes: Rock Hunter managed Ivan Koloff and Alexis Smirnoff.

MAY 31, 1981 (SUNDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – OMNI COLISEUM [P] (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Ricky & Robert Gibson defeated Bobby Eaton & the French Angel > Steve O defeated Bryan St. John > Mike Sharpe defeated Ken Patera by disqualification > Ted DiBiase defeated Nikolai Volkoff > NWA World Tag Team Title Cage Match: Ole & Gene Anderson* defeated Terry Gordy & Buddy Roberts > Dog Collar Match: the Junkyard Dog defeated Michael Hayes > Bruiser Brody versus Abdullah the Butcher ruled a no contest > NWA World Heavyweight Title Match: Tommy Rich defeated Harley Race* by disqualification > Lights Out Match: Bruce Reed defeated Bruiser Brody by disqualification / Notes: Steve O substituted for Wahoo McDaniel in the match with Bryan St. John. Michael Hayes joined Terry Gordy and Buddy Roberts at the ring during their match with Ole & Gene Anderson, and Gordy and Roberts joined Hayes during his match with the Junkyard Dog.

05/30/2008 – NGW Promoter Explains No-Shows

Courtesy of Larry Goodman:

I spoke with Matt Holder, the promoter of New Generation Wrestling, regarding allegations that he false advertised Stan Lane and Jimmy Hart for his legends show on May 23 in Liberty, SC. His version of the events is considerably different that what Sal Corrente represented on his story on the Rasslin’ Riot website. Holder stated that he made deals directly with both Hart and Lane to appear for NGW; Hart for May 23 only, and Lane for May 23 and May 24 in Anderson, SC.

Holder said he was contacted by Sal Corrente on May 20. At that point, Corrente represented himself as being in an agent role for Hart and Lane and was looking out for their interests. Corrente informed Holder that Lane did not want to work smaller shows and proceeded to suggest a money deal for Lane's appearance. Holder told Corrente that he already had a deal with Lane, which was actually for more money than Corrente was suggesting. After several conversations, it was agreed that Lane would not be appearing on the NGW shows. Holder stated is attempts to contact Lane directly to discuss the matter were unsuccessful.

Holder stated that the posting for the show on the Mid-Atlantic Gateway was then changed to reflect that Lane would not be appearing. Holder said he had several conversations with Hart about the booking in Liberty, and told Corrente he already had a deal in place with Hart. Holder said Jimmy Hart had every intention of appearing in Liberty, until WWE made a late decision to book him to be at Florida Championship Wrestling on May 22 and May 23, which made it impossible to make the show.

Thursday, May 29, 2008

UFC® ANNOUNCES LESNAR VS. HERRING FOR UFC 87: SEEK AND DESTROY

Courtesy of the Ultimate Fighting Championship:

For Immediate Release:
May 29, 2008

SATURDAY, AUGUST 9
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Las Vegas, NV (USA) -- On Saturday, August 9th, heavyweight sensation Brock Lesnar returns to his home state of Minnesota to show his fans the explosive MMA game that has the entire fight world buzzing as he competes in a featured bout on the UFC 87: SEEK AND DESTROY card at Target Center.

But his opponent that night, Heath Herring, doesn’t plan on making this a happy homecoming for the former NCAA wrestling champion, and with his resume, “The Texas Crazy Horse” has got the tools to determine whether Lesnar, the former WWE superstar, has got what it takes to compete at the UFC’s elite level.

Herring (28-13, 1 no contest) replaces UFC® hall of famer Mark Coleman, who was forced to withdraw from the UFC 87 bout due to a knee injury.

Some pundits believe that Herring may be an even more dangerous matchup for Lesnar (1-1), who followed up his debut win in mixed martial arts last June with an exciting battle against former UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir at UFC 81 in February. In that fight, Lesnar – showing his stellar wrestling skills – took Mir to the canvas immediately and appeared to be moments away from victory before the jiu-jitsu wizard submitted the Minneapolis-St. Paul resident. Disappointed but not deterred, Lesnar went right back into the gym to prepare for August’s bout, and he promises to be better than ever for his hometown fans.

Despite only being 30 years old, Herring is an 11-year veteran of the sport who has made the transition from PRIDE® superstar in Japan to UFC heavyweight contender. A well-rounded battler who has been in with the best in the game, including Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira (three times), Mirko Cro Cop, Vitor Belfort, and Igor Vovchanchyn, Herring is coming off his biggest UFC win to date, a three round victory over Cheick Kongo in March, and he knows that a win over Lesnar will move him closer to a world title shot.

UFC 87 is headlined by the UFC Welterweight Championship bout between Georges “Rush” St-Pierre and Jon Fitch, and the highly-anticipated lightweight showdown between Kenny “Ken-Flo” Florian and Minnesota’s own Roger “El Matador” Huerta.

Tickets for UFC 87: SEEK AND DESTROY are on sale now priced at $600, $400, $250, $125, $75 and $50 and are available at Target Center's Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, online at ticketmaster.com or by calling 651.989.5151.

UFC 87: SEEK AND DESTROY is available live on pay-per-view at 10 p.m. EST/7 p.m. PST on iN DEMAND, DIRECTV, DISH Network, TVN, Bell ExpressVu, Shaw Communications and Viewer’s Choice Canada for a suggested retail price of $44.95 for standard definition or high-definition broadcasts (where available).

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WrestleMania® Chopper Rides Into Michigan For Lucky Fan

Courtesy of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.:

STAMFORD, Conn. -- May 29, 2008 -- One lucky WWE® fan’s dream came true today as his new, custom built WrestleMania XXIV Chopper stormed through his hometown of Lexington, Mich. and right up to Wyatt Crawford’s driveway. The meticulously detailed motorcycle was the grand prize in the Custom WrestleMania XXIV Chopper Sweepstakes which took place in March leading up to the big event, WrestleMania XXIV, at the Florida Citrus Bowl in Orlando.

As both a WWE fan and a chopper enthusiast, Crawford was one of almost 33,000 entries who logged on to WWE.com for the chance to win the custom motorcycle built by the hugely successful “American Chopper” television series. The popularity of both WrestleMania and “American Chopper” also contributed to the nearly 630,000 pageviews WWE.com received for the contest.

Taking over a month to complete, the motorcycle is a one of a kind, highlighting customized paint, an air cleaner featuring an official WWE ringside bell, a primary cover fit with the WWE Championship title, the title’s medallions as mirrors, a custom derby cover, and spinning WWE rims.

Wyatt, a DISH Network® subscriber, purchased WrestleMania XXIV on pay-per-view and can’t wait to see the finished product unveiled in his driveway. DISH Network, the nation’s third largest pay-TV provider and the digital transition leader, offers a variety of pay-per-view options for its more than 13.8 million subscribers. Jennifer Leslie, general manager of programming for DISH Network said, “We are proud that a DISH Network subscriber is the winner of the WrestleMania XXIV Chopper Sweepstakes and we wish him the best.”

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GEORGIA WRESTLING NEWS, NOTES, AND NOSTALGIA: 05/29/2008

Courtesy of GeorgiaWrestlingHistory.com:

NEWS

Writing on the Rasslin’ Riot website, Sal Corrente stated he made contact with both Stan Lane and Jimmy Hart regarding their bookings for the New Generation Wrestling fanfest/legends show held on May 23 in Liberty, SC. Lane denied having any knowledge of the booking. Hart said he spoke to promoter Matt Holder, but never agreed to appear on the show. (Larry Goodman)

Independent Wrestling Network owner Dwayne Bell has informed talent booked for the May 30 show in Columbus, GA, that the show is canceled. Sources stated Bell told the wrestlers that he is not running again until June 13. What exactly is behind the late change is unclear. Dwayne Bell could not reached for his comment. (Larry Goodman)

Tonight, Great Championship Wrestling returns to the Great Skate Center in Phenix City, AL at 7:30. The advertised main event will be a fatal four-way Johnny Swinger vs. David Young vs. Sonny Siaki vs. Bull Buchanan. Also, J-Rod & Tex Monroe defend the GCW tag titles against Hot Like Lava (Cru Jones & Shaun Banks). Tickets are $15 ringside and $12 general admission. (Brian Slack)

Tickets for the following Total Nonstop Action’s Victory Road PPV event, to be held at the Reliant Arena in Houston, TX, on July 13 go on sale tomorrow. (Rich Tate)

Nashville Wrestling will be at the National Guard Armory in Crossville, TN, on June 5, with a bell time of 8:00 PM. Advertised: Jerry Lawler versus Matt Boyce, with Christopher Love; the Naturals versus the Sheppard Brothers; Shawn Schultz versus Jon Davis; Shane Williams versus Jon Michael; and the Great Ali versus Lani Kealoha. (Thomas Bugg)

On June 7 at 7pm, Full Throttle Wrestling is in Brookwood, AL, at the G.G. Hardin Center. Advertised are the FTW Heavyweight champion Jesse Emerson, FTW tag team champions, Mr. Blur and The Other Guy, Orion Bishop, and Insane Lane. Tickets are $15 ringside and $10 general admission. (Brian Slack)

The National Wrestling Alliance will converge at Philips Arena in Atlanta, GA, on June 7. Initially intended to be simply a taping for the NWA Wrestling Showcase, the event has escalated in scale, including formal inductions of previously named NWA Hall of Fame members, as well as honoring this year’s members as well. Tommy Rich, the Iron Sheik, and the Midnight Express (Dennis Condrey & Bobby Eaton), will be among the 2008 class, and it has been announced that Nikita Koloff and the Corsicans (Joe & Jean) will join them. Already in the Hall of Fame and expected to be honored at the event are Lou Thesz, Sam Muchnick, Harley Race, Eddie Graham, Dory Funk, Jr., Jim Barnett, Lelani Kai, the Rock & Roll Express, Saul Weingeroff, Gordon Solie, Lance Russell, and Jim Cornette, who will be master of ceremonies. Also advertised up to this point in regard to matches and/or appearances are as follows: Rich versus Abdullah the Butcher; Phil Shatter, Mikal Judas, and Iceberg in a three-way for the NWA Anarchy Heavyweight Title; Sid Vicious; and Rob Conway. (Rich Tate)

NWA Top Rope presents their biggest card of the year, "Clash of the Champions" on June 14 in Lebanon, TN, at the Wilson County Fairgrounds. Advertised: NWA World Heavyweight Championship, Adam Pearce (c) vs. Boogie Woogie Boy Gary Valiant (with Miss Boogie), NWA Women’s World Championship, MsChif (c) vs. Lexie Fyfe, NWA Top Rope Southern Tag Team Championship, Homicidal Tendencies (Kory Williams & Vic the Bruiser) vs. Tribal Nation (Lennox Lightfoot & Indian Outlaw), NWA Top Rope Junior Heavyweight Championship, Arrick Andrews (c) vs. Kliff Hanger (aka Big Rig Bully), Battle of the Midgets with Little Pappa Pump (with Ernest T) vs. Enigma, and a 10 Man Over the Top Rope Battle Royal where the winner receives a championship match of his choosing. Bell time is 7:00 pm. (Larry Goodman)

DISCLAIMER: GWH is not liable for any card changes, cancellations, etc. We can only report what is reported to us. As always, we suggest you check with the promotion within 24 hours to verify information posted here.

NOTES

Peach State Pandemonium co-host Dan Masters is available for bookings as a ring or television announcer. Masters says he will accept offers from any promotion in the southeast, and as far as Texas. He can be contacted via email at dan@danmasterslive.com. (Rich Tate)

Cheap Heat Radio will feature Olly Bradford on its show tonight at 11 PM ET. (Rich Tate)

GWH wishes a happy birthday to Steve Corino (35), Brian Kendrick (29), and Samu.

Today in Memoriam: Man Mountain Dean (63, 1963)

NOSTALGIA

MAY 29, 1933 (MONDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – HOWELL MILL ARENA (F.P. Owens – Promoter) > Dave Terrell versus the Masked Marvel > Eddie Wagner versus Whitey Patterson / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. There was also a preliminary amateur wrestling match and a boxing match, but no details were provided following the card.

MAY 29, 1933 (MONDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – LAKEWOOD PARK FIGHT ARENA (Bill Corley – Promoter) > Oscar Williamson defeated Tarzan Jordan > Tiny Ruff defeated Tiger Anglin

MAY 29, 1934 (TUESDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – HOWELL MILL ARENA (C.W. Bennett – Promoter) > Glenn Cowan versus Johnny Runyon > John Dameron versus Whitey Patterson > Ted Radcliffe versus Lon Everett / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 29, 1934 (TUESDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – LAKEWOOD PARK FIGHT ARENA (Weyman Boyles – Promoter) > John Mauldin defeated Bull Schmidt > Charlie Harben defeated Hans Wagner by disqualification > Oresti Vadalfi defeated Dan Kellenger (2-0)

MAY 29, 1935 (WEDNESDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – PONCE de LEON BALL PARK (Henry Weber – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Marshall Blackstock defeated Jim Coffield at 19:00 > Roland Kirchmeyer and George Koverly wrestled to a draw at 60:00 > Pete Sauer defeated Yousef Mahmout at 21:00 (2-1) / Notes: Jim Coffield substituted for Chief Chewacki in the match with Marshall Blackstock.

MAY 29, 1936 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – RIVERSIDE ARENA (Frank Bettis – Promoter) > John Mauldin versus Glenn Cowan > Billy Rayburn versus Scotty Sullivan > Sammy Miller versus the Satin Kid / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 29, 1939 (MONDAY) – AVONDALE, GA – AVONDALE ARENA (Frank Bettis and Cleve Roby – Promoters) > Red Dugan versus Young Gotch > Tony Papalino versus Billy Michaels > George Romanoff versus Honey Boy Hackney / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 29, 1945 (TUESDAY) – SAVANNAH, GA – SAVANNAH MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM (Lou Masters, Dick Leonard, and Buster White – Promoters) > Roland Kirchmeyer & Al Massey defeated Jack Dillon & Babe Zaharias > Pat Kelly defeated George Romanoff

MAY 29, 1959 (FRIDAY) – MARIETTA, GA – LARRY BELL AUDITORIUM (Elmo Chappell – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Don McClarty versus Gypsy Joe > Don McClarty & Dickie Gunkel versus Freddie Blassie & Gypsy Joe > Paul Anderson versus Skull Murphy / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 29, 1961 (MONDAY) – AUGUSTA, GA – WILLIAM BELL AUDITORIUM (Robert McCoy – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) / Notes: A card was scheduled for this date, but no information has been found.

MAY 29, 1962 (TUESDAY) – MACON, GA – MACON CITY AUDITORIUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Women’s Match: Fran Gravette defeated Rose Mullins > Mixed Tag Team Match: Mark Stone & Rose Mullins defeated Tony Barbetta & Fran Gravette > Andre Drapp & Chief Little Eagle defeated Lenny Montana & Bulldog Lawley

MAY 29, 1963 (WEDNESDAY) – COLUMBUS, GA – COLUMBUS SPORTS ARENA (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Silento Rodriguez defeated Prince Kalani by disqualification > Derrell Cochran defeated George Harris > Bill Dromo & Chief Little Eagle defeated Lenny Montana & Tarzan Tyler / Notes: Prince Kalani substituted for Greg Peterson in the match with Silento Rodriguez.

MAY 29, 1964 (FRIDAY) – FOREST PARK, GA – KAWANA ATHLETIC FIELD (Les Wolfe – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Women’s Match: Ann Casey versus Andrea Swenson > Buddy Fuller versus Sputnik Monroe > Joe Scarpa & Lester Welch versus Kurt & Karl Von Brauner / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. Saul Weingeroff managed Kurt & Karl Von Brauner.

MAY 29, 1965 (SATURDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – WAII STUDIOS (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Greg Peterson defeated Pedro Zapata > Buddy Fuller & Jesse James defeated Bob Dalton & George Harris / Notes: This was for the “Live Atlanta Wrestling” television program hosted by Ed Capral.

MAY 29, 1965 (SATURDAY) – MARIETTA, GA – LARRY BELL BALLPARK (Elmo Chappell – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Harry Smith versus Kurt Von Steiger > Greg Peterson versus Bob Dalton > Pedro Zapata versus Buddy Fuller > Mario Galento versus Chief Little Eagle ruled a no contest / Notes: Aside from the match between Mario Galento and Chief Little Eagle, no documented results for the remaining matches on this card have been found.

MAY 29, 1969 (THURSDAY) – MACON, GA (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Paul DeMarco defeated Tim Geohagen > The Kentuckians defeated Tony Nero & Tom Bradley / Notes: It is unclear as to what venue was the site of this card. This was for the locally televised “Macon Championship Wrestling”, though it is not known who was hosting the program, whether it was taped or broadcast live, nor is it clear as to which station the program was aired at the time.

MAY 29, 1970 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – PAUL JONES SPORTS ARENA [P] (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Pedro Valdez defeated Chati Yokuchi > Bob Armstrong & the Challenger defeated Randy & Rip Tyler > Georgia Television Title Match: Nick Bockwinkel and Joe Scarpa ruled a no contest > Karl Von Stroheim defeated Professor Kimura > Leo Garibaldi & El Mongol defeated Homer O’Dell & Buddy Colt > No TL Match: Doug Gilbert defeated Bill Miller / Notes: This card was scheduled to occur at the Lakewood Speedway, but it was moved to the Sports Arena due to inclement weather. Homer O’Dell managed Buddy Colt & Karl Von Stroheim. Following the match between Leo Garibaldi & El Mongol and O’Dell & Colt, Professor Kimura charged the ring and attacked the latter two men. The match between Nick Bockwinkel and Joe Scarpa was to determine a champion for the vacant title, but because of the finish, the title remained vacant pending a rematch set for June 5, 1970. Assassin #2 had previously been the champion, but the title was declared vacant on May 23, 1970, as he had been suspended. Tim Geohagen was the special referee for the match. Charlie Harben was credited as being a referee for this card.

MAY 29, 1971 (SATURDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – WQXI STUDIOS (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Women’s Match: Vicky Williams defeated Toni Rose > The Professional defeated the Red Demon (1) > Rocket & Flash Monroe versus Kubla Khan & El Mongol ended in a double disqualification / Notes: This was taped for the “Atlanta TV Wrestling” television program hosted by Ed Capral. During the match between the Professional defeated the Red Demon, the Pro removed the Demon’s mask, but he was unable to be identified as he raced from the ring.

MAY 29, 1973 (TUESDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – LAKEWOOD FAIRGROUNDS [P] (Ann Gunkel – Promoter / All-South Wrestling Alliance) > Bill Bowman versus John Black > Oki Shikina versus the Avenger > Joe Turner versus Koa Tiki > World Light Heavyweight Title Match: the Golden Gladiator* versus Randy Curtis > Jack Armstrong & Ox Baker versus Ron Pritchard & Argentina Apollo > Georgia Tag Team Title Match: Rock Hunter & Assassin #2* versus Ray Candy & El Mongol / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. Mr. X managed Bill Bowman and Joe Turner. Rock Hunter managed Assassin #2.

MAY 29, 1973 (TUESDAY) – MACON, GA – MACON COLISEUM [P] (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Roy Lee Welch defeated Rick Ferrara > Tiger Conway, Jr., defeated Tony Romano > Leon Ogle & Choo-Choo Lynn defeated Bill White & Otto Von Heller > Bobby Shane defeated Derrell Cochran > Bill Dromo & Bobo Brazil defeated Bobby Duncum & Bill Watts > NWA World Heavyweight Title Match: Jack Brisco defeated Harley Race* by disqualification

MAY 29, 1976 (SATURDAY) – GRIFFIN, GA – GRIFFIN-BARNESVILLE SPORTS PALACE (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Leon Ogle defeated Mitsu Hata > Dean Ho defeated Yasu Fuji > Ken Mantell & Roy Lee Welch defeated the Red Devils > Dean Ho defeated Moondog Mayne / Notes: Doug Smith was credited as being a referee for this card.

MAY 29, 1978 (MONDAY) – AUGUSTA, GA – WILLIAM BELL AUDITORIUM (Charlie Harben – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Bill Irwin and Roger Howell wrestled to a draw > Ted Allen defeated Billy Starr > Mr. Wrestling #1 defeated Rock Hunter > Ole Anderson & Ivan Koloff defeated Tommy Rich & Mr. Wrestling #2 > Stan Hansen defeated Abdullah the Butcher by disqualification / Notes: Mr. Wrestling #1 substituted for Paul Jones in the match with Rock Hunter. Rock Hunter managed Abdullah the Butcher. Hunter was barred from ringside during the match between Abdullah and Stan Hansen. Ken Dillinger and Bryan St. John were also advertised.

MAY 29, 1979 (TUESDAY) – MACON, GA – MACON COLISEUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Norvel Austin defeated Charlie Fulton > Jerry Roberts defeated Frank Monte > Ray Candy & Mr. Wrestling #1 defeated Doug Somers & Kurt Von Hess > Bob Armstrong defeated the Masked Superstar > Georgia Tag Team Title Match: Tommy Rich & Wahoo McDaniel* defeated Ole Anderson & Ivan Koloff by disqualification / Notes: Bobby Heenan managed the Masked Superstar.

MAY 29, 1980 (THURSDAY) – ROME, GA – ROME MEMORIAL GYMNASIUM (Charlie Harben – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Gerald Finley versus Joe Powell > Bob Sweetan versus Mike Sharpe > Mike Davis versus Jim Nelson > Jay Strongbow versus Ernie Ladd > Austin Idol versus Baron Von Raschke / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 29, 1982 (SATURDAY) – HUNTINGTON, WV (Les Thatcher – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Ray Stevens and El Mongol wrestled to a draw > Michael Hayes defeated Ole Anderson > The Masked Superstar & the Super Destroyer defeated Bob Armstrong & Kevin Sullivan > John Studd versus Leroy Brown ended in a double countout > Tommy Rich defeated Buzz Sawyer by disqualification

Showtime Allstar Wrestling – Episode 44

Courtesy of Larry Goodman:

Airing May 10, 2008 on ION Network affiliate WNPX 28 in Nashville

Showtime Allstar Wrestling TV is available at www.sawonline.tv along with other exclusive video content.

Michael St. John and Reno Riggins were at ringside to open the show. Riggins said the close of last week’s show was like nothing he had seen in his 22 years in the business. St. John said they kept the cameras rolling and that footage was coming up. This week’s main event: a match for the SAW Television Title between Damian Adams and Chrisjen Hayme. Riggins said that as matchmaker, his job was to give fans the matches they wanted to see, and Hayme had earned the number one contender spot. They hyped the debut of the 295 monster Chris Carnage.

They aired a replay of the backstage melee between Boogie Nation and A-Team, and most of the wild postmatch brawl.

St. John said they were going to the never-before-seen footage. It revealed that there was an immediate power outage when the show went off the air. The building stayed dark for over a minute. When power was restored, Boogie Woogie Boy and Arrick Andrews were both out cold in the middle of the ring. A posse of SAW officials came to their aid. Andrews was carried out. Boogie went out on a stretcher.

Putting two and two together, St. John noted that Miss Boogie chased Paul Adams to the back just before the lights went out, and he suspected Adams was behind the power outage. St. John said Boogie suffered a concussion and Andrews had bruised larynx. Both are out of action for an indefinite period of time.

(1) Drew Haskins beat C. M. Sigmon in 3:46. MSJ said Sigmon was from Las Vegas and had wrestled all over the world. (or at least the world of East Tennessee and Kentucky). Reno said when Haskins approached him about becoming a pro wrestler a year ago, the first thing he did was try to run him off. “That’s all we need is another kid running around town saying he’s going to be a professional wrestler. But he stuck with it.” Riggins agreed that Adams was the prime suspect in the power outage. Sigmon completely controlled the match. He hit a diving headbutt and wowed Reno and MSJ with his dropkick. Haskins surprised Sigmon with a slingshot sunset flip for the pin.

MSJ came to ringside to interview Haskins. A Team ran Haskins off. St. John said that was not nice. Paul Adams was hot about the accusations by MSJ and Riggins. Paul said they probably thought he was responsible for the crop circles, global warming and world hunger as well. MSJ questioned the other members of A Team regarding there activities when the lights were out. They all had alibis. Hammerjack said they beat up Boogie Nation for twenty minutes, so he got a little bored and left. MSJ turned to Hammerjack.

I was outta there, baby. I’m afraid of the dark…and clowns.

Santel said he and Hammerjack had a double date with the (Olsen) twins.

Kate is an alley cat…I’m gonna have her screaming “Ricky, kill me and save yourself! Kill me and save yourself!”

Paul said the important thing was they took care of the Indian and Boogie and Andrews were laid out and done for good. The fans could chant for Boogie Woogie Boy all they wanted. “These people in the front row talk about being part of Boogie Nation. When I look at this people, they’re so dirty and filthy; all I can think of is urination.” With that, Paul said James was going to pull the limo up because it was time to jet.

They aired a brief close up of Frank Malone and his icy blue-eyed expressionless stare as he walked down a dark, crowded street in downtown Nashville.

(2) Johnny Roacks beat Frank Malone (with Cody Malone) via DQ in 1:30. St. John joked about Malone being a serial killer. Riggins noted his ice blue eyes. Malone dwarfed Roacks, and the little guy could do nothing him with. Malone manhandled Roacks. Malone’s manager, his brother we were told, grabbed Roacks’ leg. Roacks made a move for Cody. Frank locked in his unnamed cobra clutch finisher. The ref ruled it a choke and DQed Frank. Frank then choked out the ref in about 2 seconds and tossed his limp body to the canvas. On his way out, Frank wrapped the ref’s hand around a pair of dice.

Assistant Commissioner Mike Sircy joined MSJ in the interview area. Sircy said that due what had just occurred between the A Team and Haskins, he was booking Haskins vs. a member of A Team in a singles match for next week. Sircy said the main reason he was there to address was Rob Roy McCoy. They showed the footage from last week in which McCoy refused to break the crossface chickenwing after Jamison tapped, and then the heinous chair usage into Jamison’s deformed hand. Sircy said that as a result, the SAW BOD was suspending McCoy indefinitely.

(3) Chris Carnage pinned Tatsu at 1:52 with the Carnage . Carnage was introed at 6-8 and 320 pounds, so that must have been quite the prematch meal. Whatever, the real numbers, he’s huge and stacked. Carnage overwhelmed Tatsu with power moves. His finisher is a torture rack into a falling neckbreaker.

They aired a video highlight preview package for the main event featuring SAW’s two high fliers, Television Champion Damian Adams and his challenger, “Best of the Best” Chrisjen Hayme.

(4) Damian Adams defeated Chisjen Hayme in 5:10 to retain the SAW Television Title. Damian is over as champ and they were vocal for him right from the opening bell. Hayme used a brawling style to take command, but nobody home on his elbow drop. Damian worked the arm, then used a drop toehold to set up an Oklahoma roll for a near fall. Hayme punished Damian for a telegraphed backdrop with a southpaw lariat for a two count. Hayme throttled Damian on the mat. Hayme with a big double underhook suplex, but no hook of the leg. When Damian elbowed out of a chinlock, Hayme slammed him down on the back of head. He hooked the leg on that one. Go figure. They traded strikes- some wicked stiff chops in there. Damian reversed a European uppercut with a backslide. Hayme countered a spinning headscissors into a facebuster and dropkicked Damian. No hook-kick out. Hook-kick out. Hayme did the “what do I need to do?” expression. He suplexed Damian and went for springboard moonsault. Nobody home. Damian agonizingly pulled himself up by the ropes for a great comeback that had Hayme reeling. Damian went for the kill with the bicycle kick, but Hayme had it scouted and hit the Blue Thunder Bomb. Hayme climbed up top for the 450. Damian avoided it. Bicycle kick. Bullseye. 1-2-3.

Closing Thoughts: It appeared they were stretching to have enough content for this episode, but I thought they made effective use of what they had. Bell-to-bell action was down to a TNA-like 13 minutes and they used a lot of footage from the previous week. Unlike TNA, the main event was the only one that would have benefited from more time. Based on Reno’s opening comments, the “luck of the draw” gimmick to determine title challengers has been quietly dropped. On the footage we didn’t see last week, I liked the lights out mystery as yet one more way for Boogie and Andrews to be left laying, but good lord, I’ve never seen a top babyface carried out as many times as Boogie. Sigmon is a talented addition to the SAW roster. No idea why the “C.M.” was added to his name this week. I think that one is taken. Sigmon is out of the Knoxville and the current champion for EWP. Haskins is OK as the green but scrappy babyface working his way up from the very bottom. He doesn’t have a wrestlers build, but I like him better than Colin Delaney. Haskins shows no natural star qualities at this stage, but it’s way too early to tell. So much has to come from burning desire. The A Team has a bizarre chemistry that works. The ringside interrogation was funny stuff. A clarification on the blood in the angle with Jamison last week: there was blood and somehow the cameras missed it. The clip of Malone on the dark street was great. Brief as it was, it really got across the strange, chilling nature of the character. The slow unfolding of the Malone story has been really well done. The viewers learned two new pieces of info - the identity of Malone’s manager and what it is that he sticks in his victim’s hand – left unexplained in his debut. If SAW looking for a monster to replace Raige, Carnage has the credentials. He’s not ripped like he was in HWA but a huge guy for sure. No telling heel or face leanings. Carnage was all business. The few moves he did looked impressive. Nice work by the SAW production department on the Hayme vs. Damian preview video. I should mention that the video quality of the entire show is beautiful these days, and I didn’t notice any of obvious gaffes with the graphics and such this week. Anyway, they did this fancy preview and gave the match only five minutes. True, they had no personal issue but in a perfect world, 7or 8 would have been nice because those guys can go. It was a totally solid back and forth match that told a good story -Hayme was unable to connect with his big aerial moves, and Adams was able to take everything else Hayme had. Damian’s first true test produced his best title match thus far. But the big one with McCoy is waiting in the wings. Damian hits that bicycle kick right on the button every single time.

WWE® WrestleMania® Revenge Tour In Mexico A Huge Success

Courtesy of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.:

MEXICO CITY, Mexico, May 29, 2008 - The World Wrestling Entertainment® Superstars of RAW® drew huge crowds of enthusiastic fans and press on the WrestleMania Revenge live event tour in Mexico, May 21 to 24.

The tour kicked off May 21 with a sold out show in Monterrey, where more than 12,000 fans gathered in 100 degree heat to cheer on WWE Superstars Triple H®, John Cena®, Shawn Michaels®, Chris Jericho®, Jeff Hardy™ and Mexican Super Crazy™. On May 22, more than 10,000 were in attendance at The Plaza De Toros Santa Maria in Queretaro. The WrestleMania Revenge Tour ended with an amazing reception in Mexico City with two consecutive shows on May 23 and 24, with more than 15,000 fans each night at the Palacio de los Deportes.

“The amazing reception from our WWE fans in Mexico is consistently overwhelming,” said Carl DeMarco, WWE President, Latin America. “In a country with such a rich lucha libre heritage and tradition, the success of the WrestleMania Revenge tour perfectly portrays the enthusiasm for the WWE brand and its Superstars in Mexico, confirming its position as the worldwide leader in sports entertainment.”

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McCain, Obama Respond To WWE®’s Voter Issues Paper

Courtesy of World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc.:

STAMFORD,Conn., May 29, 2008 – Sen. John McCain believes lower taxes and less regulation will unleash growth in the private sector, while Sen. Barack Obama believes that investing in America through the rebuilding of roads and bridges is the path to future economic growth. Both candidates see technology focused on improving the environment and alternative energy sources as a driver of jobs for young adults.

These are among the responses the two candidates provided to WWE’s national Smackdown Your Vote! ® 18-30 Voter Issues Paper (VIP), which covers issues important to younger voters, such as the economy, health care, education, the Iraq war, energy and the environment. All three candidates, including Sen. Hillary Clinton, have now responded to the VIP. Their responses and their videos from Monday Night RAW® in April can be seen at wwe.com and smackdownyourvote.com.

The candidates also tackled the future of health care in America. Sen. McCain plans to use competition to improve the quality of health insurance with greater variety to match people’s needs, lower prices, and portability. Sen. Obama would like for all Americans to have access to a new affordable public health plan, as well as quality private health care plans, through a National Health Insurance Exchange.

As for the war in Iraq, Sen. McCain believes the U.S. cannot walk away from the Iraqi people in a “reckless, irresponsible, and premature withdrawal.” Sen. Obama favors a 16-month strategic withdrawal of troops directed by military commanders on the ground and done in consultation with the Iraqi government.

“Since the 2000 Presidential election, we have seen a steady rise in the number of young adults voting in national elections. We thank the candidates for taking the time to engage America’s younger voters by addressing the issues that concern them most,” said Gary Davis, Executive Director of Smackdown Your Vote! “This year, with the added attention the candidates are now giving this demographic, we expect turnout among this constituency to be even higher.”

Media Contacts: Gary Davis, 203-353-5066

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IFL, SportsGist Form Strategic Partnership For Online Social Media Capabilities

Courtesy of the International Fight League:

Leader in sports social media and one of the world’s leaders in Mixed Martial Arts join forces to enhance IFL.tv

NEW YORK, May 29, 2008 – The International Fight League (OTC.BB: IFLI) and SportsGist.com, a leading sports social media site, today announced a strategic relationship whereby IFL will add SportsGist social media functionality to its Website (www.ifl.tv) and enable athletes, coaches and fans to build a robust community around their passion for the sport of Mixed Martial Arts.

“SportsGist.com is delighted to collaborate with the IFL on a dynamic new way for athletes and fans to engage with each other,” said SportsGist Chairman Brian Donaghy. “Given the passion of the followers of the sport of Mixed Martial Arts, and the affinity that the demo has for online communication, we anticipate spirited dialogue and the very rapid development of this vibrant community.”

“We are always looking for new avenues in the digital space to connect our fans with our legendary coaches and our group of young, emerging athletes, and partnering with a leader like SportsGist is the next logical step,” said IFL CEO Jay Larkin. “This will give everyone the tools that will make publishing content, sharing information and communicating with each other simple.”

IFL athletes will be able to create their own individual profiles and open up direct athlete-fan communications to make the sport even more immediate and personal. Individual fan groups will have the option of maintaining group privacy or being open to each other. The site will allow for the posting of video, photos, audio clips, blogs, articles and other information.

SportsGist.com provides a social media extension for sports league, association and team Websites. SportsGist is building an online community where athletes, fans and experts share ideas, insider information, video, digital photos, and audio clips which enhance the sports experience. (www.sportsgist.com)

This is the latest in a series of landmark online partnerships that the IFL has forged for the brand and the sport of Mixed Martial Arts. Other groundbreaking partnerships include IFL content and programming share deals with YouTube, Break.com and PalTalk, among other industry leaders. IFL content is among the most viewed original MMA content in the new media space.

About the IFL

International Fight League™ (IFL) has its headquarters in New York and offices in Las Vegas. For more information about IFL, please see: www.ifl.tv.

An Open Challenge From Tex Benedict

Courtesy of Stephen Ashfield:

Tex Benedict has held the British Welterweight title for over two years so is there anyone who can take the title away from him?

In an interview with Piledriver-Online, Benedict was asked who he considered to be his main rivals for the title he’s held so long and he came up with this answer.

“In terms of my main rivals for this belt, the one thing that the British wrestling scene is flooded with is guys within the weight range of the welterweight title, I could list a bunch of names who are challengers, but how about instead of me doing this I just lay out an open challenge. Anyone who wants a shot at the British Welterweight title all you need to do is make a public challenge, name a time, name a place and I'll respond in the same manner that you made the challenge “

Will anyone challenge Tex for the title? More news when we get it. To read the full three page interview go to Courtesy of http://www.piledriver-online.co.uk/issues/piledriver9.pdf

Steven also included the following:

On July 5th in Morecambe, Johnny Phere will finally become the XWA British Heavyweight Champion. Well that’s what he says anyway in an interview just carried out with Piledriver Online.

2007 was the self-named ‘Year of the Phere’ and an unbeaten streak was, in Phere’s opinion, destined to end with his winning the title from Jonny Storm. However all didn’t go to plan and Storm retained his title. An angry Phere claims that “Storm has stolen my title and I want it back!.”

Now on July 5th he faces not just Storm but Sam Slam and Stevie Knight in a Final Four match at ‘Vendetta’ and he has this to say to his rivals for the title. “I’m pleased XWA have realised they can’t have a main event without me, but Stevie and Sam have no rights to be there! This is between me and Jonny Storm, so if I have to go through Stevie and Sam to get my hands on Jonny Storm then so be it. At ‘Vendetta’ I will prove once and for all who the real champion is... and that’s me!”

To read the whole interview and to find out more about the situation in GPW where Phere is in dispute with Dirk Feelgood over their title, go to http://www.piledriver-online.co.uk/issues/piledriver9.pdf More about XWA at www.xwawrestling.com

FIP Headlines For 5.29.09!!!

Courtesy of Full Impact Pro:

Jerry Lynn In FIP This Weekend - Big World Title Match Signed

Former ECW World Champion Jerry Lynn is a last minute addition to this weekend's Full Impact Pro events in Crystal River, FL and Arcadia, FL. Lynn brings credibility and a veteran presence to the shows. Lynn knows the competition is tough and he is reaching for the top. Jerry Lynn wants the FIP World Heavyweight Title.

FIP World Heavyweight Champion Roderick Strong won't back down from a challenge and has accepted. However, Austin Aries, who was robbed of the FIP Title a couple of months ago, wants another shot. There is only one solution. An old school Three Way Dance has been signed for this Friday in Crystal River. It is elimination rules and the FIP World Heavyweight Title is on the line in Crystal River when you will witness Roderick Strong vs. Austin Aries vs. Jerry Lynn.

"I'm looking forward to this one," Strong said. "There will be no doubt I'm the best champion in all of wrestling when I pin Austin Aries and then make Jerry Lynn tap out in the same match. Get ready for greatness Crystal River because you will witness it this Friday."

Grudge Match Signed For Crystal River

The last year has been filled with ups and downs for Erick Stevens. Some of those hard time have been caused by Davey Richards. In fact, Richards even injured Stevens and knocked him out of ROH last year. Now Stevens will finally get his chance at a singles match against his nemesis. It will be Stevens vs. Richards this Friday in Crystal River.

"Davey Richards better be ready for a war this Friday," Stevens said. "I'm counting down the hours. For all the pain he's caused me I'm going to pound his face in. You are going to see a fight in Crystal River when I get in the ring against Davey Richards."

Third Anniversary DVD Out

FIP's Third Anniversary Show is now out on DVD at www.ROHwrestling.com and ready for immediate delivery. See the stars of Dragon Gate in FIP with a dream tag team bout as BxB Hulk & Yamato take on Roderick Strong & Jay Briscoe. Black Market & Heartbreak Express become unlikely allies as they battle The YRR plus a loaded undercard including: Erick Stevens defends the FIP Florida Heritage Title vs. Jack Evans; Delirious vs. Larry Sweeney; Necro Butcher vs. Gran Akuma; Sara Del Rey vs. Lacey vs. Daizee Haze; Kenny King vs. Seth Delay; Jason Blade vs. Jigsaw plus more!!! Check out this DVD now at ROHwrestling.com.

Much More To Be Signed For Arcadia

FIP will pull out all the stops in Acadia, FL this Saturday at the beautiful Turner Agri-Civic Center. You will see it all from legends to the best talent going today to tomorrow's future superstars. Many of the matches for Arcadia will be determined after the events of this Friday in Crystal River. When you look at the talent roster that has not yet been signed to matches you know you will see some great bouts in Arcadia.

"The Age Of The Fall is coming to Arcadia," Jimmy Jacobs said. "Arcadia is the perfect place to open up a chapter of The Age Of The Fall. You know about hardship. You know about pain. Now we will show you the way this Saturday. We are going to look for The YRR and their day of reckoning will be in Arcadia after we win the FIP Tag Team Titles in Crystal River."

The Skinny On This Weekend

FIP returns to action with two huge events this weekend. There will be tickets available at the door on both nights. Here is the skinny on both shows:

Friday, May 30, 2008
National Guard Armory
8551 W. Venable St., Crystal River, FL 34429
Doors open at 7:30 pm and show starts at 8 pm
Tickets are $20 Ringside, $15 GA & Kids 13 and under $10 GA
Advance tickets - $12 GA & Kids 13 and under $8 GA
To purchase advance tickets call (352) 422-4582 or go to www.FullImpactPro.com

FIP World Heavyweight Title Match - Three Way Dance
Roderick Strong defends vs. Austin Aries vs. Jerry Lynn

FIP Tag Team Title Match
Jason Blade & Kenny King defend vs. Jimmy Jacobs & Tyler Black with Rain

Anything Goes Match
Black Market vs. Dark City Fight Club

Grudge Match
Erick Stevens vs. Davey Richards

Plus more with:
Former WWE Superstar Scotty Too Hotty
FIP Florida Heritage Champion Sal Rinauro of The YRR
Delirious
Chasyn Rance of The YRR
Heartbreak Enterprises of Damien Wayne w/ Sean Davis, Phil Davis & Baby Doll
Portia Perez
Dingo
Daizee Haze
Chris Jones
Plus much more!

Saturday, May 31, 2008
Turner Agri-Civic Center
2250 NE Roan Rd., Arcadia, FL
Doors open at 7:30 pm and show starts at 8 pm
Tickets are $25 Front Row, $20 Golden Cirlce, $15 Floor, $10 Adult G.A. & $5 Kids 13 and under GA
FREE DVD or T-Shirt with purchase of Front Row or Golden Circle ticket - while supplies last
To purchase advance tickets call (863) 993-4807 or go to www.FullImpactPro.com

Special Challenge Match
Scotty 2 Hotty vs. Davey Richards

Battle Of The Legends
Greg "The Hammer" Valentine vs. Screamin' Norman Smiley

Plus more with:
Former ECW World Champion Jerry Lynn
Former WWE stars The Gemini w/ Ron Niemi
FIP Tag Team Champions Kenny King & Jason Blade of The YRR
FIP Florida Heritage Champion Sal Rinauro of The YRR
Austin Aries
Delirious
Erick Stevens
The Age of the Falls' Tyler Black & Jimmy Jacobs w/ Rain
Chasyn Rance of The YRR
Black Market
Dark City Fight Club
Heartbreak Enterprises of Damien Wayne w/ Sean Davis, Phil Davis & Baby Doll
Portia Perez
Dingo
Daizee Haze
Chris Jones
Plus much more!

Wednesday, May 28, 2008

If You Were Worried That WWE Didn't Already Have Enough Convicted Criminals On Their Roster (And Who Isn't, Really?) ...

Have no fear, because one more may be on the way!

According to New Zealand's 'Stuff,' Reon Mahima, after recently having his day in court (where he admitted to brutally assaulting three men, as they waited at a McDonald's drive-thru), will still be allowed to travel abroad, specifically, to Pennsylvania's Wild Samoan Training Center, so he can continue to pursue his dream of working for World Wrestling Entertainment.

Come August, Mahima, an accomplished amateur, is scheduled to officially begin his journey into the pro ranks, and I'm sure he'll be on his best behavior, because there's no way we'd ever put up with that type of crap in the US (wink, wink).

GEORGIA WRESTLING NEWS, NOTES, AND NOSTALGIA: 05/28/2008

Courtesy of GeorgiaWrestlingHistory.com:

NEWS

World Wrestling Entertainment results from the World Arena in Colorado Springs, CO, on May 27: Big Show over Tommy Dreamer; Kofi Kingston over Mike Knox; Chavo Guerrero, Jr., over CM Punk; and Kane over John Morrison and the Miz by disqualification. For SmackDown spoiler results from the same event to be broadcast on May 30, click here. (Rich Tate)

Total Nonstop Action spoiler results from Orlando, FL, on May 27, to be broadcast on June 5, click here. (Rich Tate)

Prime Time Pro Wrestling will be at the Community Center in Manchester, GA, on May 31, with an event and a festival for kids. The ninety-minute “Kids Fest”, featuring clowns, games, and prizes, begins at 5:30 PM. Bell time for the matches is 8:00 PM, and doors open at 7:00. Advertised: Chris Stevens versus Mr. Hughes; Ron Stalker versus Thomas Britain; A.J. Steele versus Big Beef Simmons; Colt Derringer versus Brokishi; Ash & El Loco, Jr., versus the Southside Trash; and Dustin Powers versus Chick Donovan. Call (706) 570-3978 for more information. (Rich Tate)

Power Pro Wrestling will be at the Recreation Center in Bremen, GA, on May 31. Bell time is 7:30 PM, and doors open at 6:30. Children 5 and under are admitted free, while children 6-12 get in for $3. Front row tickets are $10. All other seating is $8. Advance tickets will be discounted by $2, and can be purchased up to 6:00 PM on May 30 by calling (770) 883-1064, (770) 823-5044, or (404) 805-6666. Advertised: Frankie Valentine, J-Rod, Bulldog Raines, Chris Lightning, Cameron Valentine, Billy Knight, Lamar Phillips, Chris Ganz, Josh Stone, and Brian Alexander. (Rich Tate)

Rob Roy McCoy returns for the Showtime All-Star Wrestling television taping on June 6. Also scheduled for the taping are the Naturals, Kid Kash, and Cassidy Riley. Jerry Lynn will be in for the June 20 taping. The TV show is back online again with episode 42 here along with other exclusive footage. It's also back up at the SuperStation. (Larry Goodman)

DISCLAIMER: GWH is not liable for any card changes, cancellations, etc. We can only report what is reported to us. As always, we suggest you check with the promotion within 24 hours to verify information posted here.

NOTES

In Your Head will feature Brian Danovich on its show tonight at 8:00 PM ET. (Rich Tate)

Cheap Heat Radio will feature Olly Bradford on its show on May 29 at 11 PM ET. (Rich Tate)

Our own Dan Masters traveled to Texas with Vordell Walker over the holiday weekend, where Walker appeared for various promotions. He had a match with Mike DiBiase for the Professional Wrestling Federation Heavyweight Title, and thanks to Michael Durden, you can click here for the first of a three-part video series of the match. Masters appears as the ring announcer. (Rich Tate)

Matthew Beasley is looking for work as an announcer for promotions in west Georgia and surrounding areas. He can be contacted via email at matthew.beasley@yahoo.com. (Rich Tate)

GWH wishes a happy birthday to Barry O, who turns 50 today.

Today in Memoriam: Johnny Rougeau (54, 1983), Dientes Hernandez (79, 1988), and the Spider (22, 2005)

NOSTALGIA

MAY 28, 1934 (MONDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – FAIR STREET ARENA (Jason Thompson – Promoter) > Spike O’Brien defeated Ronnie McDuffie > Son Almand defeated Jack Russell

MAY 28, 1937 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – WEST END ARENA (Frank Bettis and Cleve Roby – Promoters) > Wayne Coleman versus Chippewa Charlie > Don Rainey versus Bulldog Mallory > Joe Ferona versus Paddy Nolan / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 28, 1940 (TUESDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – PONCE de LEON BALL PARK (Bill Hartman and Thad Holt – Promoters / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Jim Wright and Jim Henry wrestled to a draw > Don McIntyre and Dorv Roche wrestled to a draw > NWA World Heavyweight Title Match: Ray Steele* defeated Cowboy Luttrall / Notes: Ray Steele had been the reigning NWA World Heavyweight Champion since he defeated Bronko Nagurski in St. Louis, MO, on March 7, 1940. This version was the one recognized by the National Boxing Association as the National Wrestling Association. Tiny Ruff was credited as being a referee on this card.

MAY 28, 1943 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – ATLANTA MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM (Sammy Friedman – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Jack McAdams defeated Bob Crutchfield > John Grandovich defeated Rudy Strongberg > Cowboy Luttrall defeated Roland Kirchmeyer

MAY 28, 1949 (SATURDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – ATLANTA MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Don McIntyre versus Tom Mahoney > Bill Collins versus Lester Welch > Al Massey versus Rex Mobley > Man versus Animal Handicap Match: Ginger the Bear defeated Joe Kirkland & the Green Shadow > Boxing Match: Nick Carter defeated Lozano Martinez by KO in sixth round / Notes: Aside from the match between Nick Carter and Lozano Martinez, as well as the match between Ginger the Bear and Joe Kirkland & the Green Shadow, no documented results for the remaining matches on this card have been found.

MAY 28, 1962 (MONDAY) – AUGUSTA, GA – WILLIAM BELL AUDITORIUM (Steve Manderson – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Tony Barbetta versus Bulldog Lawley > Pedro Godoy versus Andre Drapp > Women’s World Title Match: the Fabulous Moolah* versus Fran Gravette > Lenny Montana versus Chief Little Eagle / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. The Fabulous Moolah had been billed as Women’s World Champion since she defeated Judy Grable on September 18, 1956, in Baltimore, MD. However, she was not considered the undisputed champion until June Byers retired with her title, won in Atlanta on August 20, 1954, in a win over Mildred Burke, until Byers retired in 1964.

MAY 28, 1963 (TUESDAY) – MACON, GA – MACON CITY AUDITORIUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Chief Little Eagle defeated Tito Kopa > George Harris & Lenny Montana defeated Bob Eisenburg & Silento Rodriguez > World Heavyweight Title Match: Tarzan Tyler* defeated Bill Dromo / Notes: Tarzan Tyler had been the reigning World Heavyweight Champion since he defeated Dick Steinborn on May 10, 1963, in Atlanta.

MAY 28, 1965 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – PONCE de LEON BALL PARK [P] (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Tony Baillargeon defeated Pedro Zapata > George Harris & Bob Dalton defeated Jerry Miller & Jesse James > Women’s Match: Barbara Galento defeated Millie Zec > Chief Little Eagle defeated Kurt Von Steiger > World Tag Team Title Match: Kurt & Karl Von Brauner* defeated Ray Gunkel & Lester Welch > Frankie Cain & Greg Peterson versus the Corsicans > Georgia Heavyweight Title Match: Buddy Fuller defeated Mario Galento* to win title / Notes: Frankie Cain & Greg Peterson and the Corsicans were scheduled to wrestle each other, but no results were reported after the card. Saul Weingeroff managed Kurt & Karl Von Brauner. The Von Brauners had been billed as World Tag Team Champions since May 18, 1965. Rocky Marciano was the special referee for the match between Buddy Fuller and Mario Galento. Mario Galento had been the reigning Georgia Heavyweight Champion since he defeated Sputnik Monroe on November 13, 1964, in Atlanta. It was reported that Stanley Weston and Bob Verlin of Wrestling Illustrated magazine would be in attendance. It was announced that Joe Scarpa and Tony Borne, the latter with manager Leo Newman, would be wrestling on the card on June 4, 1965.

MAY 28, 1966 (SATURDAY) – MARIETTA, GA – LARRY BELL BALLPARK (Elmo Chappell – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Tony Nero versus Chief Crazy Horse > Ken Yates versus Louie Tillet > Bobby Shane & Dick Steinborn versus the Mysterious Medics / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found.

MAY 28, 1968 (TUESDAY) – MACON, GA – MACON CITY AUDITORIUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Bob Armstrong and Oki Shikina wrestled to a draw > Women’s Match: Patti Neilson defeated Joyce Grable > Jim Wilson defeated Tank Morgan > Louie Tillet defeated El Mongol / Notes: Gentleman X (1) managed El Mongol.

MAY 28, 1969 (WEDNESDAY) – COLUMBUS, GA – COLUMBUS MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Dennis Hall defeated Tony Nero > Women’s Tag Team Match: Bette & Rita Boucher defeated Vivian Vance & Toni Rose > El Mongol defeated Professional #2 by disqualification > Bill Dromo defeated the Professional by disqualification

MAY 28, 1971 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – ATLANTA MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM [P] (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Kubla Khan defeated Billy Spears > Women’s Tag Team Match: Vicky Williams & Sharon Joyce defeated Toni Rose & the Black Venus > Georgia Heavyweight Title Match: El Mongol* defeated Guillotine Gordon > Dick Steinborn, Klondike Bill & the Professional defeated Buddy Colt & the Assassins / Notes: Sharon Joyce substituted for Donna Christianello to team with Vicky Williams in the match with Toni Rose & the Black Venus. El Mongol had been the reigning Georgia Heavyweight Champion since he defeated Nick Bockwinkel in a tournament final on February 5, 1971, in Atlanta. Homer O’Dell managed Buddy Colt. It was announced that Freddie Blassie and Bobo Brazil would be wrestling in Atlanta soon. Vicky Williams participated in an autograph session for fans.

MAY 28, 1974 (TUESDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – LAKEWOOD FAIRGROUNDS (Ann Gunkel – Promoter / All-South Wrestling Alliance) > Ted Oates versus Wayne Cowan > Charlie Cook & Ron Pritchard versus Crusher Verdu & the Mighty Yankee > El Mongol versus the Missouri Mauler > Thunderbolt Patterson & Assassin #2 versus the Royal Kangaroos / Notes: No documented results for this card have been found. Rock Hunter managed Crusher Verdu, the Missouri Mauler, and the Mighty Yankee.

MAY 28, 1974 (TUESDAY) – MACON, GA – MACON COLISEUM (Fred Ward – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Bob Sweetan defeated Steve Keirn > Bob Armstrong defeated Doug Somers > Ole & Gene Anderson defeated Pat O’Connor & Dennis Stamp > US Junior Heavyweight Title Match: Louie Tillet* defeated Pat Patterson > Southeastern Heavyweight Title Match: Art Nelson defeated Jerry Brisco* to win title > Macon Heavyweight Title Match: Mr. Wrestling #2* defeated the Great Malenko > Handicap Tag Team Match: Robert Fuller & Andre the Giant defeated Ron, Terry & Jimmy Garvin / Notes: Jerry Oates was the special referee for the match between Robert Fuller & Andre the Giant and Ron, Terry & Jimmy Garvin.

MAY 28, 1976 (FRIDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – ATLANTA MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM [P] (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Skip Young defeated Yasu Fuji > Jerry Oates and Ron Bass wrestled to a draw > Ted Oates versus Wayne Cowan ruled a no contest > Dean Ho defeated Greg Valentine > Ken Mantell defeated Stan Stasiak > Gary Hart, Abdullah the Butcher & the Spoiler defeated Mark Lewin, Dusty Rhodes & Mr. Wrestling #2 / Notes: Gary Hart managed Abdullah the Butcher and the Spoiler.

MAY 28, 1977 (SATURDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – WTCG STUDIOS (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Dick Slater defeated Terry Gibbs > Mr. Wrestling #2 defeated Charlie Fulton > Tape: Dusty Rhodes versus Dory Funk, Jr. > Waldo Von Erich defeated Wayne Rogers > Thunderbolt Patterson defeated Bill Howard > Tape: Jack & Jerry Brisco versus Angelo Poffo & the Great Mephisto / Notes: This was taped for the “Georgia Championship Wrestling” television program hosted by Gordon Solie. Bearcat Wright managed Dick Slater.

MAY 28, 1979 (MONDAY) – AUGUSTA, GA – WILLIAM BELL AUDITORIUM (Charlie Harben – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Jerry Stubbs defeated Carl Fergie > Mike Stallings defeated Frank Monte > Ray Candy defeated Doug Somers > Mr. Wrestling #1 defeated the Masked Superstar by disqualification > Tommy Rich & Wahoo McDaniel versus Ole Anderson & Ivan Koloff ended in a double disqualification / Notes: Bobby Heenan managed the Masked Superstar.

MAY 28, 1979 (MONDAY) – TATE, GA (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) Notes: A card was scheduled for this date, but no details have been found.

MAY 28, 1981 (THURSDAY) – COPPERHILL, TN – COPPER BASIN HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Jimmy Powell and Pat Rose wrestled to a draw > Ted Oates defeated Gypsy Joe > Ricky & Robert Gibson defeated Bobby Eaton & Bryan St. John > Steve O defeated Ken Patera by disqualification

MAY 28, 1982 (FRIDAY) – GAINESVILLE, FL (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Brad Armstrong and Tom Prichard wrestled to a draw > Leroy Brown versus John Studd ruled a no contest > Michael Hayes & Brad Armstrong defeated Ray Stevens & the Super Destroyer > Tommy Rich versus Buzz Sawyer ruled a no contest

MAY 28, 1983 (SATURDAY) – ATLANTA, GA – “WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING” (Paul Jones – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > Paul Orndorff versus Larry Zbyszko ruled a no contest > National Television Title Match: the Iron Sheik defeated Ron Garvin to win title / Notes: During the match between Paul Orndorff and Larry Zbyszko, both Tommy Rich and Killer Brooks interfered, bringing an end to the match. Paul Ellering managed the Iron Sheik.

MAY 28, 1983 (SATURDAY) – CINCINNATI, OH – RIVERFRONT COLISEUM (Les Thatcher – Promoter / Georgia Championship Wrestling) > The Iron Sheik defeated Brett Wayne > Ron Garvin defeated Bob Roop > Ray Candy & Pez Whatley defeated Destruction, Inc., by disqualification > Dick Murdoch and Buzz Sawyer wrestled to a draw > Tommy Rich & Paul Orndorff defeated Larry Zbyszko & Killer Brooks / Notes: Paul Ellering managed the Iron Sheik and Destruction, Inc.