"What Memphis Watches"

Not a very good week for wrestling ratings here in Memphis. TNA’s Impact drawing less than a 1 rating overall was surprising. Their numbers had been a little low the past few weeks, but not that bad. Smackdown has not regained the 5.0ish ratings it used to consistently get when on CW-30 but its Ch.50’s highest rated show so they have to be happy. The 4.5 quarter hour is a sign that people may be finding what channel Smackdown is on. Memphis Wrestling’s rating was atrocious. I saw Corey sitting courtside at last night’s Memphis Grizzlies game, maybe I should have asked him “ What’s up with that shit??? ” Hahahaha!
Finally, RAW’s numbers dropped considerably too. I found out why: Monday Night Football’s game between the Titans and Colts pulled a 15.4, 22 share. I already knew that was going to happen especially since RAW hasn’t exactly been the most compelling television as of late. Nothing on TV the entire day beat MNF. That 15.4 doubled-up a good majority of what was on TV Monday. That 15.4 also doubled-up every World Series game’s numbers locally. That’s impressive!

Note: The ratings for RAW is listed as 2 separate hours. I will round off, to the highest number, the averages of both hours for the final rating.

If you have any questions or comments just email me at: rpg187@gmail.com.

Thanks and enjoy!!!


TNA Impact ( Thursday ) 10-23-08

Final Rating: 0.9 ( 14,585 viewers ) 1 share

Quarter hours:

1st hour: 0.8 ( 12,964 viewers )

1.0 ( 16,205 )

0.8 ( 12,964 )

0.7 ( 11,344 )

2nd hour: 1.1 ( 17,826 )

1.1 ( 17,826 )

1.1 ( 17,826 )

0.7 ( 11,344 )


WWE Friday Night Smackdown 10-24-08

Final Rating: 3.0 ( 48,615 viewers ) 5 share

Quarter hours:

1st hour: 1.9 ( 30,790 viewers )

2.7 ( 43,754 )

2.5 ( 40,513 )

2.8 ( 45,374 )

2nd hour: 2.7 ( 43,754 viewers )

3.2 ( 51,856 )

3.7 ( 59,959 )

4.5 ( 72,923 )


Memphis Wrestling 10-25-08

Final Rating: 0.1 ( 1,621 viewers ) 0 share

Quarter hours: 0.4 ( 6,482 )

0.0

0.0

0.0


TNA Impact Replay @ 8 a.m. 10-25-08

Final Rating: 1.0 ( 16,205 viewers ) 2 share


WWE A.M. 10-26-08

Final Rating: 1.3 ( 21,067 viewers ) 3 share


WWE RAW 10-27-08

Final Rating: 3.8 ( 61,579 viewers ) 5 share


1st hour: 3.6 ( 58,338 viewers ) 5 share

Quarter hours: 4.1 ( 66,441 viewers )

3.0 ( 48,615 )

3.7 ( 59,959 )

3.4 ( 55,097 )


2nd hour: 3.9 ( 63,200 viewers ) 5 share

Quarter hours: 3.9 ( 63,200 viewers )

3.5 ( 56,718 )

3.4 ( 55,097 )

4.7 ( 76,164 )

Overrun: 2.7 ( 43,754 viewers )


----Ron Guidry works for a Memphis TV station and provides the rating analysis every week. He was formerly known as “The Penguin” with the old Kick Ass Wrestling promotion.----

Cheap Heat Radio returns this Sunday Night w/Derrick King

Tune into www.rroradio.com this Sunday night at 11pm as host Gene Jackson and co-host Neil 'the Real Deal' Taylor will be joined by Derrick King who will discuss a number of topics including his take on the whole debate that took place on Thursday night's show about "old style rasslin" vs. the N.E.W. style of wrestling. D.K. is the scheduled guest but you never who might call in on Cheap Heat Radio so be sure to listen live or check out the download and if you've got a question, comment, or topic you'd like to discuss. Call in at (347) 838-8101!

Download the record breaking Cheap Heat Radio from 10/30! Ken Wayne vs. Leslie Jones!

WOW! Last night hosts Gene Jackson and Neil Taylor got a surprise call in from "Nightmare" Ken Wayne in what turned out to be a 170 minute show! (the absolute longest show we've ever done) All sorts of topics were covered including but not limited to: Mick Foley "changes wrestling forever", The first N.E.W. tv show, the spoof commercial that aired during N.E.W. and why it won't air on television, the passing of S.D. Jones, Gabe Sapolsky's departure as booker of Ring of Honor and should ROH try to go national?, Hulk Hogan's celebrity wrestling, Scott Hall's suicide attempt, Is Jake Roberts pro wrestling version of Wyle E. Coyote?, Is the Iron Sheik a shoot or work?, XOW's benefit show in Fulton, MS on Nov. 8th, a Michael Richards wrestling analogy, and much more!

Then about 15 minutes before the show was scheduled to end Leslie Jones (former IWF promoter/current Elvis Tribute artise) called in to inform everyone that the show was no longer streaming online. It was assumed the show had stopped recording (not the first time this has happned huh, Brian?) Anyway, thinking the show is over the four continue talking about a few things including the Iron Sheik's IWF booking and his love of KFC and "medicine", the demise of the short lived All Pro Wrestling in Mississippi, and the fun begins. Leslie and Ken have a "friendly" debate about Ken's N.E.W. show and how the "old school style" is more exciting than guys trying to "wrestle". The conversation goes all over the place including Ken playing guitar over the phone to try to get Leslie to sing a few notes (Ken told him he does a great "Fat Elvis", lol) as well as a discussion about a "heel Andy Griffith. An interesting show to say the least, check it out now but pack a lunch cause it's a long one!
(Be warned there is strong language throughout)

Happy Halloween From the RRO Family!!

----This probably will be a slow day for news as everyone is out doing their "thang". To celebrate the holiday, my oldest daughter Kayte [yes the doll is named after her and she takes a lot of photos at the shows for this site] was nice enough to get "in character" for us here at RRO!! I also had to include a photo of Gimmick of the Year 2008 front runner "The Baron" Malkenvain. Be safe for tonight!! If you don't want to give out candy - turn your lights off and pretend you are not at home!!

Show for Saturday night!!! MCW Invades Luxora, AR

----Saturday night in Luxora, AR MCW will be @ the Charles Strong Recreational Center with Lil Devil, Kid J, Big Daddy LaFonce, White Lightin, Frankie Tucker, War Machine, Hillbilly Nate, Shawn Williams, C Money, Mr. Excitement, Tank, Hambones, JT Storm, Stretch, Hamhock, "POB" [Midnight Cowboy/Ron Rage] and more!!

N.E.W. show reaches 1,000 views

FIRST N.E.W. ONLINE SHOW A SUCCESS
Promotion touts milestone number of internet views

WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. – Wrestling fans throughout the Mid-South have spoken in regard to the region’s newest wrestling operation as, earlier this week, New Experience Wrestling reached a milestone.

The company’s first online television broadcast, available at www.nightmarekenwayne.com, officially reached the 1,000 views mark this week.

“I’m overwhelmed by the response,” said “Nightmare” Ken Wayne, owner of N.E.W. “This just goes to show that wrestling fans in the Mid-South are hungry for a new type of wrestling product and we are glad that they have given us an opportunity to showcase what we have to offer. The fact that 1,000 people took the time out of their schedules to view the show is an accomplishment for all of us involved with N.E.W.”

The first show features four matches featuring a mixture of talent from Wayne’s school and the Mid-South. “3G” Eric Wayne, Kid Nikels, Greg King Jr., Matt Justyce, Matt Riviera, Derrick King, Tatt2 and Jeff Jett were all involved in the first show. N.E.W. has since taped two more events for future release.

In addition to reaching the 1,000 views plateau this week, N.E.W. also announced the full time additions of “Golden Boy” Greg Anthony, Stan Lee and Dustin Ring to its roster.

N.E.W. will host its next television taping on Friday, Nov. 7 at 8 p.m. at the “Nightmare Ken Wayne School of Wrestling,” located at 201 East Jefferson St., Building No. 2 in West Memphis. Tickets for the show are $5 and fans are encouraged to arrive early to be in attendance for pre-show announcements approximately 15 minutes prior to bell time.

For more information on New Experience Wrestling and Wayne’s wrestling school, visit www.nightmarekenwayne.com or call 901-831-4198.

Tune in to Cheap Heat Radio tonight at 11pm

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Shows For The Weekend 10.31.08 to 11.01.08

----CLICK HERE for my updated list [yes..finally] of shows. Make note that the NEW is not running Friday night, but will be back in action next Friday. Other big shows featured....

FRIDAY

----All Pro Productions presents “Halloween Night Havoc” in Carthage, MS at the Carthage Coliseum. As everyone knows from the “monkey” article yesterday, I am not fond of shows on holidays. But, at least Kenny Valiant seems to know what he is doing here. He is opening the doors at 6:00 PM giving out free candy to the kids and having a costume contest. He is also promoting it as a “Kids Safety Program”. And…look at the poster - Freddy Kruger is in the freakin main event!! Show also features CJ Cash, Chris Kilgore, Little Bit, Brandon Barbwire, Cameron Valentine, Neil Taylor and more.

SATURDAY

----November ” Knockout” in Hot Springs, AR at the Hot Springs High School with Ali Stevens, Tim Storm, Skandar Akbar, Matt Riviera, Frankie Valentine, Gary Gram, Rick Sweetan, Boyd Bradford, Mark Johnson and more.

---- Southern Wrestling Superstars in Parsons, TN at the Decatur County Fairgrounds Activity Building Bell Time 7:30 PM featuring Kevin White, Derrick King, Doug Gilbert, Cody Melton, Michael Gilbert, “The Agents” [Corbin & K-Hill], Albino Rhino, Su Yung, Ty Hamilton and more. Hamilton is a Parsons product and played sports at Riverside High School. Ref Kellen James is also from Parsons. Parsons is also the site of a famous match – Coach BT vs Steve Creasy. LOL

RassleResults: TLCW Ripley, TN 10.25.08

Dell Tucker over Slim Pickens with help from Dustin Starr

Bishop over Chris Lexx with spear. After the match, “Rockin” Randy comes out to bump Bishop. Randy has been on IR after 5 spears from Bishop and bleeding from mouth.

Chris Rocker over Alan Steele with roll up

Stan Lee comes to say TGB is hurt, but says he does not think it is legit. Rampage/OZ “X-3” comes out reminding him of a tag match with no partner, but Seth Knight walks out to big pop!!

Lee/Knight over “X-3”. Knight took the heat. Lee got hot tag. Lee hit Oz with “tiger bomb” – Rampage cuts Lee off – Rampage went to the top to hit Lee, but Lee was pulled away by Knight – Rampage into RKO from Seth coming off the top turnbuckle. Lee ends up beating him with “Rings of Saturn”.

Dustin Starr vs Christian Jacobs with no finish. Ref bumped and never got up. Match thrown out. Tucker and Starr “injured” CJ.

80 fans…This week Tucker vs O’Neal with CJ and Randy vs Bishop…”Thanksgiving Throwdown” scheduled Thanksgiving weekend with matches to be announced this Saturday!! RRO will be live during the big holiday event.

Credit: TLCW Marvel

----Ok, before anyone gets rumors and bs going – NBW did not have a show this past weekend due to turning the building into a Haunted House..so TLCW gave Rocker/Knight a show to work. This kind of stuff needs to happen more often, instead of the piss & moan stuff about who works where…What the hell does “X-3” mean??

RassleResults: RWA Jonesboro, AR 10.25.08

Frank martin opened the show with a rundown of last week's action. He then informed the crowd that J.D. Kerry had an injury suffered in last week’s match against Mike Anthony. J.D. will be out for 2 to 4 weeks. At this point Mike Anthony came out and asked Martin if what he heard was correct, that he did not have a fight tonight? Martin responded to Mike telling him J.D. was hurt and would not be able to work for 2 to 4 weeks. Mike then told everyone if he could not have the fight that was set up for him then he would find a fight on his own.

The Playa'z [Southside Brawler/Pimptacular] came out at the beginning of the show doing a mic spill to let POB [Ron Rage/Midnight Cowboy] know that they were ready for the no DQ match. They got the crowd ready for the evening and Southside showed his mic skills.

1st match. Rik Burton VS RWA Heavyweight Champion Rodney "Bad Dog" Mack.
Burton challenged Mack before the match started to have a handicap match with him and Classy Melton Massy. Mack accepted. Burton had Massy start the match and every time Massy made the tag Burton would work Mack for just enough time to get the tag back on Massy. Massy took most of the punishment from Mack for his team. Mack hit the spear on Massy and got the 3 count. Burton then grabbed a mic and told Massy he was a loser and he did not want anything to do with him any longer.

2nd match. Lethal VS Kid J.
Very entertaining for the fans who really liked the midget matches. Lethal could not keep Kid J down and Kid J. kept coming after Lethal. At the end of the match Lucky, Lethal's brother, came out and got in the ring to help his brother. Kid J. saw Lucky coming with a chain in his hand and he ducked and Lucky knocked his brother out. Kid J. winner.

3rd match. Lucky VS Little Devil.
Another entertaining match for the fans. Lucky seemed to have a mean streak in this match. Both Lucky and Little Devil hit some big spots and midget Power moves(if there is such a thing). Lucky pulled a chain and Lethal hit the ring to stop him. They started a fight and the ref DQ'ed Lucky. At the end they made up and as Lethal walked away Lucky spun him around and hit him with his T-Bone suplex. Dysfunctional midget brothers a sign of the second coming????

4th match. The Fabulous Luke Graham Jr. VS Pokerface.
Poker came out this week with his own note from his doctor stating he had to wear a protective neck wrap. This made Graham mad and he claimed it was fake but Martin had no choice but to accept it as he did Graham's last week. Good physical match between these two with Poker getting the best of Graham with a pin fall.

5th match.
“Asylum” [Psycho/Arnez] VS Chris Steel and Zane Richards. The Asylum came out with Rottn Randy who they seem to trust at this point. They both were really interested in his white shirt. Seems they may think he is their doctor or therapist proving they must be crazy! But I have to give credit to Randy he had the Asylum working well tagging in and out and doing some really good wrestling. Steel took most of the beating from the Asylum as Zane kept avoiding his tag. The Asylum got the 3 count on Steel. After the match Zane and Classy Meltin Massy got in the ring and put the boots to Steel. As Randy and the Asylum were leaving they turned to see Zane and Massy beating Steel. Randy then ordered the Asylum back in the ring and they attacked Zane and Massy. They showed the old crazy Asylum and the crowd loved it. Randy just may have the dominate tag team in the RWA.

The Main Event. POB VS The Playa'z in a no DQ match.
This was a match both of these teams like. As Raven came through the curtain POB came over to that side of the ring waiting for the Playa'z to come out. But the Playa'z came through the front door just like POB did and caught them from behind. It was on from there. They fought all over the arena and it wasn't long before both members of the POB were bleeding. The chair shots were very stiff and the action outside of the ring was as violent as I have seen. Even Raven got shots in on Ron Rage. At the end Cowboy had put Pimp back in the ring and set up two chairs. When he turned around Rodney Mack speared him though the chairs. Mack then picked up Pimp and threw him on top of Cowboy for the 3 count. The actions of Mack stem from the beating that POB put on him when the turned. This only adds fuel to the fire and we are heading for a show down between Mack and the POB.

Even with the Power Jam festival out at ASU and the MMA fights at Jonesboro High, the group still managed to pull 100+ It was a good show.

Credit: RWA Reporter

----So, Lethal and Lucky are going to feud?? I wouldn’t even say anything about this – but I have been around these guys when they do hardcore bouts – it is fun as hell to watch the little fuckers shoot on each other…Did Luke JR actually say the word “fake” in a wrestling ring?? You better be glad David Shultz was no where around….Think about this – four midgets, the Asylum, Cannon wrestling again, Luke Jr and Ron Rage – all that is so scary it should have been the Halloween special card.

"Flashback" Nov 1 by Mark James

This week’s flashback is a little different in that I’m covering the same date on 2 different years. With this Saturday being Nov 1, I’ve got 2 cards from that date, (from 1976 and 1982.)

Nov 1,, 1976

Back in 1976, Nick Gulas was still the owner/promoter of Memphis Wrestling. In a few short months, Jerry Jarrett would quit the promotion and start up his own company that would drive Gulas out of Memphis.

The card’s main event featured the “Soulman” Rocky Johnson defeating Jerry Lawler for the NWA Southern Heavyweight Title (and taking the King’s crown as well.) The Soulman was extremely popular in Memphis. Combine that with the fact Lawler was very hated and you had fans happy to finally see Lawler get what he deserved.

Rocky was very charismatic and it’s very apparent that his son Duane, inherited it from him. Little Duane went on to become one of the WWE’s biggest stars ever, the Rock.

The Southern Tag Champs, Phil Hickerson and Dennis Condrey, had a bad night and lost their titles to the team of Danny Little Bear and Chief Thundercloud. To say this was an upset is a huge understatement. As I’ve stated before, Hickerson and Condrey were probably the best tag team in the country to never hit it big (in the NWA, WWWF or AWA.)

Other matches… Fan favorite, Bill Dundee defeated Gorgeous George jr and continued to move up the local ranks… Former Memphis State University all-american, Mike Stark defeated Buddy Wayne… Lastly, David Schultz and Bill Ash go the win over Don Anderson and Mike Pappas.

Nov 1, 1982

Jumping forward 6 years, this card from 1982 was pretty packed and most of the headliners actually wrestled twice.

The main event featured Jerry Lawler, Bill Dundee, Steve Keirn, Stan Lane and Jackie Fargo going up against Bobby Eaton, Sweet Brown Sugar, Dream Machine, Rick McGraw and Jimmy Hart. The crazy match ended up being declared a no contest.

Earlier in the card, Keirn and Lane teamed up to defeat Eaton and Sugar… Lawler pinned the Dream Machine… Dundee whipped the Angel.Other matches that involved other wrestlers included Jesse Barr winning by dq over Mid-American champ, Dutch Mantell… Finally, the Sheepherders defeated Terry Taylor and Jacque Rougeau.

A Halloween bonus from 25 years ago!

Today, Oct 29, marks the 25th anniversary of Robert Reed and Ken Raper, winning the CWA World Tag Team Titles from the Assassins. What’s important about this is Reed and Raper were jobbers and had never won a match before this one, (or after it.) The match happened in Memphis on the Saturday morning show, on Oct 29, 1983. The Fabulous Ones (Stan Lane and Steve Keirn) were in a feud with the Assassins and interfered in the match, (on behalf of Reed and Raper.) When Jerry Calhoun made the 3 count, Reed and Raper were the new champs!
Two days later, Monday night, Oct 31, 1983, The Assassins destroyed Reed and Raper in their rematch and took the titles back.

Newspaper Clippings” Vol 1 and "Vol 2: The Programs 1972 - 1976" James also is the webmaster to the BEST Memphis Wrestling site in the area – memphiswrestlinghistory.com - Click on his site and order his books!!

RassleResults: EPW Booneville, MS 10.25.08

Dustin Burcham introduced Tysin Starr the newest member of Revolution.

Chazz w/Dustin Burcham & Tysin Starr defeated Slammer.

The Executioners (Axe & Dagger) defeated "Dangerous" David Cox & "Monkey Boy" Danny Morris.

PHAT Foundation (Justin Rhodes, Chris Fontaine, & Chris Styles) defeated "The Rock Star" Kayden Cross, "The Teenager" Xander Cross, & Cassanova Kid. This was Kayden & Xander Cross' EPW debut, and they were very impressive. I am sure they will be back.

Kross came to the ring and grabbed a mic and started running his mouth about how he & JR Mauler did not really lose the cage match the week before. Brody Hawk came out of the back and confronted Kross, wanting to know why Kross had not returned his phone calls. Brody then said he was not happy with the fact that Kross had burned his brother, Cody, several months ago. Cody came out of the back with a chair and hit Kross from behind. He & Brody gave Kross a beating until EPW Promoter Edith Poole came out and ordered them to leave the building. They ignored her until she said she was calling the law, then they left, but not before vowing to be back the following week. Edith then accompanied Kross to the hospital.

EPW Tag Team Champions, The Ghost Riders (Buzz Harley & Blade) defeated Brian SoFine & "The Future" Chris Styles.

Pain, Inc. (Izzy Rotten & Brett Michaels) w/Nathan Lee vs. Jason "J-Rock" Giovanni & "Rock Star" Kayden Cross w/Syndl was thrown out by referee KC when The Ghost Riders interfered. Jason Giovanni's debut in EPW - very impressive.

Tysin Starr w/Dustin Burcham & Chazz defeated "Prime Time" Nick Grimes w/Nathan Lee to become the new EPW Champion.

This Saturday night's EPW card will include a biker's chain match between Pain, Inc. & The Ghost Riders "to settle the situation once & for all." Tag Team belts will be on the line.

Credit: "Axeman" Randall Lewis @ www.wrestlingnewscenter.com

----They had only about 50 in the crowd after having a "standing room only" from the week before. The fans that were there last week must not have liked what they seen??

Coach's Corner - Extended OT Version - "LAW - Monkey Business"

----I worked in a factory for 10 years on an assembly line. Even though you work with the same people doing the same job, you sometimes have people that start having bad days. They put parts in wrong places, they forget to hook up wires and then they just plain screw up. It starts as a day, and then turns into a week of bad parts and then week after week. I finally got tired of getting bad parts one day and I told my co-worker – can you please start watching what you are doing? [I was not being nice] Her comment and it was her usual comment for anything she did wrong was “If you think you can do a better job, and then come do it!!” And being that I was just in “that mood” I said, “A one arm one eye peg leg monkey could do a better job!!” This all ended with her cussing me and I ended up in the office with my boss saying, “Everyone just don’t get your sense of humor Brian.” So in preparing to choose some wrestling dates for rest of the year with an area promoter, I talked the Memphis Zoo into loaning me a monkey to help me. I stress this was a healthy monkey – I didn’t want him being hindered with having only one arm, one eye or a peg leg. I also made sure I didn’t use Crackjacks from over there at Jimmy’s site either. That monkey is just too damn smart. So, I just had him randomly pick three dates and here is what he came up with..

*October 31
*November 28
*December 26

----Stupid monkey!! I think I will get a jackass to pick them next time. I mean – Halloween night, the day after Thanksgiving [biggest shopping day of the year in a bad economy??] and the freakin day after Christmas [ditto economy comment]. What was that stupid monkey thinking???

----LAW is going thru another major change with the exit of their booker Greg Anthony and Stan Lee to NEW. I look for a few more to leave – probably Christian Jacobs. I don’t look for guys like Derrick King and Flash Flanagan to work the show either. So where does the promotion go from here after another major change?

----In May, 2007 Kelly Warner left the promotion after a situation in Keiser, AR which lead to the promotion having to start over from scratch. Insert your own Kelly Warner comment here – and I have few – but Warner was hands down a better promoter than Jeff O’Dell. “The Golden Boy” Greg Anthony took over as booker and slowly the talent level went up on this show to the point I considered it a “worker’s haven” for good workers. Anthony as booker would have to be considered a failure if you just go by just the gates. And, in old school, that is all that would matter. I am not sure Bill Watts could book this town though and get a good crowd. It started out as almost a loss-liter. I cannot see how owner Jeff O’Dell has ever made money.

----I have enjoyed almost every show I have seen live there, but also at times were critical of Anthony’s booking. He did seem to help establish a promotion that was about a BELT, which is unusual in this day & age. After he lost the belt though it seem more like it was still about TGB and not the belt. Anthony may have just been grasping and trying to find something that would make it work. Maybe Anthony just wasn’t “into it” as he continued to live, eat and breathe the business – he still could not do anything to bring the gates up with no help with advertising & such. The fans grew tired of Anthony and some feel with Anthony gone it might help this group in the long run. Well, if they had spent some money on advertising – that would have helped a long time ago.

----A great angle that can be remembered in the Anthony reign is how he built a very young “Bulldog” Slim Pickens into a huge babyface leading to a chain match, which was probably the best bout Pickens has ever been in. His booking and huge credit has to be given to the performer here – Idol Bane has turned from a mediocre worker to a REAL GOOD worker. Rumors have it that Bane will take the book from this point on and it will be another role of this crazy business he can try to succeed in. I look for an influence of more ASWF talent to migrate here to work on Fridays, but only time will tell.

----Jeff O’Dell has made the decision to run three more shows this year - October 31, November 28 and December 26, 2008. LAW will then become a bi-weekly promotion in 2009. [Anthony was against this idea and he almost left the promotion a few weeks back.] I think this might be a good idea for a few of the promotions in this area, but when you are drawing 25 – 30 fans weekly it will probably will not matter. If you get 60-75 in the start bi-weekly, then O’Dell’s idea will work. If you continue to get 20 people every other week, then my advice would be to shut the doors.

----Good luck to Idol Bane and the next crew. I really do wish you success. Even you Jeff O’Dell. LOL I shared a moment earlier this year with O’Dell where he made it a point that “Brian Thompson is not even in the wrestling business”, - Thompson’s photo was in Yearbook 2007, but his photo was not in it. Funny how quickly the business changes; huh??

Some LAW history…
----LAW was formed October 2002 with Kelly Warner, Brian Thompson and Jeff O’Dell. O’Dell and Thompson were working as announcers for CCW [my promotion] and as MCW folded in June, 2001 Warner also helped CCW with Rector. The trio promoted their first show in August, 2002 in Paragould, AR. Their “crowning moment” was a huge show in January of 2003 in Popular Bluff, MO and went on to have weekly shows in Dyersburg, TN. Brian Thompson exited the promotion in October, 2003 over “creative differences” and Warner left for a few years [a job with the state], O’Dell was in charge with Derrick King as booker. Thompson also left to work as a booking agent for Bobby Eaton. Ken Wayne, who joined the promotion in July, 2003 to help Derrick King with booking, also exited during that time, noting “creative differences”. Their Dyersburg stint finally ended in 2004 because of the building being sold. The promotion settled in doing 3 or 4 shows a year in Rector, AR until the return of Warner. Warner was very aggressive in trying to get shows in various areas including a rumor of a big show in Jonesboro, AR. A new building was bought in Rector and they began to run weekly shows in early 2007.

Memphis Wrestling 10.25.08 - Ratings Breaking Show!! Watch and Vote!!

Golden Boy, Stan Lee join N.E.W. roster

GOLDEN BOY, STAN LEE JOIN N.E.W. ROSTER
Performances at Oct. 24th event impress company management

WEST MEMPHIS, Ark. – Two of the area’s most praised talents impressed everyone at last Friday’s New Experience Wrestling (N.E.W.) television taping in West Memphis. Based on their performances, both “The Golden Boy” Greg Anthony and Stan Lee have come to terms with N.E.W. to become regular members of the new promotion’s roster.

“I was very impressed with what I saw from Greg and Stan,” said “Nightmare” Ken Wayne, owner of N.E.W. “They came to the arena with a mission and accomplished that mission.”

Anthony and Lee both competed on the third television taping hosted by N.E.W. and held at the “Nightmare Ken Wayne School of Wrestling,” in West Memphis. Anthony teamed with Kid Nikels to face “3G” Eric Wayne and Derrick King while Lee went one-on-one with “The Main Attraction” Matt Justyce. Both bouts showcased the competitive nature of the two.

Anthony, who most recently served as head booker for Lethal Attitude Wrestling (L.A.W.) in Rector, Ark., has since given his notice to that promotion. The next N.E.W. event is slated for Friday, Nov. 7 at Wayne’s School, located at 201 E. Jefferson St., Building No. 2 in West Memphis.

Tickets for the event are $5 each.

In addition to Anthony and Lee, fans can expect to see N.E.W. regulars “3G” Eric Wayne, Kid Nikels, Derrick King, Greg King Jr. and Matt Justyce. Newcomer Dustin Ring also impressed N.E.W. management and fans can expect to see him with the company as well.

For more information on New Experience Wrestling and the “Nightmare” Ken Wayne School of Wrestling, visit www.nightmarekenwayne.com or call 901-831-4198.

Dusty Wolfe Book is Released!! Order Yours Today!!

----This book has been over a year in the works. I am very happy with the finished product. Dusty Wolfe does a good job telling stories that can only be told by someone that was there!! CLICK HERE to order the book. The discount will be up for a limited time today. Order now!! If you have points or something at www.amazon.com, then you can order there by typing in "Journey of Journeyman" in the search. If you are a registered Amazon.com member you can get some sample pages!! Below is a press release that was written about the book and Dusty..

WRESTLING STAR RELEASES AUTHOBIOGRAPHY
Wolfe recounts trials and tribulations of superstar life

SAN ANTONIO – For the better part of two decades wrestling fans have watched San Antonio’s Dusty Wolfe do battle with some of the biggest stars in pro wrestling. Few of those fans probably realize that at one time, walking was a tough task for the Waco native.
Such trials and tribulations of Wolfe’s life are now available for all to read as part of the wrestler’s new autobiography “Journal of a Journeyman.”

The book, more than a year in the making, is the result of a chance meeting between Wolfe and wrestling journalist Brian Tramel at a show in Arkansas.

“I sit backstage in the dressing room as Dusty waits on his payoff,” said Tramel. “Brandon (Baxter) and he started talking about World Class (Championship Wrestling), Black Bart and just the ‘old days.’ A light bulb went off in my head and I thought – this guy has been EVERYWHERE!! I approached Dusty before I left with a business card with my e-mail on it. I stressed how I thought his story was one of those that would be fun to read.”

Tramel really wanted to do the book, but was uncertain whether or not Wolfe would contact him to make it a reality.

“I wanted it to be MY project, but really felt he would probably contact someone else to do the book,” said Tramel. “To my surprise, Dusty contacted me a few weeks later and promised he would start sending material.”

While working with Tramel led to the book, the idea wasn’t an original thought as Wolfe had received previous similar offers.

“I’ve been asked to write a book for years,” said Wolfe. “I never really gave it much thought until just recently.”

Wolfe, who is still involved in wrestling, goes into detail about his life both in and out of the ring. He takes fans on a journey through the good and bad in his life, from his early years battling a disorder that threatened his mobility to his time working for the biggest promoters in wrestling history including the infamous Vince McMahon.

He credits his family for much of his success and discusses many of the wrestlers who guided him along his personal journey.

“In 25 years, I’ve met a whole lot of people in a whole lot of places,” Wolfe said. “Some changed me forever. A few aren’t with us anymore. I just hope guys like Ken Timbs, Dick Murdoch and Rufus R. Jones knew what they meant to me while they were here.”

Tramel’s friend Brian Thompson helped with the editing portion of the book and the journalist was proud to be involved with the project.

“I am so honored to have worked with Dusty and Brian on this book,” said Tramel. “Dusty certainly has a unique life that I think wrestling fans and even non-wrestling fans will enjoy reading about.”

“Dusty has had a wonderful career and life,” Tramel said. “You can’t read this book without feeling like you know Dusty personally.”

“Journal of a Journeyman” by Dusty Wolfe with Brian Thompson and Brian Tramel is available online at www.amazon.com and www.rronews.com.

RassleResults: SWS Henderson, TN 10.25.08

Neo Mfg, the company that helped put this together gave The Carl Perkins Center a check for $5200.00 Saturday night, so it was another successful show.

The Albino Rhino beat Agent K-Hill w/ Agent Corbin in his corner.

Ty Hamilton defeated Baron Malkavain. This match got rave revues from the vets.

Doug & Michael Gilbert beat Derrick King & Cody Melton [pictured with woman giving them a finger..LOL] w/ Garry White. DK got some heat by telling the crowd to chant "Obama" on the count of three. Then Corey Maclin had everyone yell "McCain".

Brian Christopher beat Kevin White w/ Garry White & Su Yung. Brian had a bunch of kids in the ring at the beginning and one kid even jumped back in the ring to do the worm.

Jerry Lawler defeated Moondog Cujo by DQ after Moondog Mange came in, Brian Christopher made the save. Lots of weapons used in this match. Lawler opened the bout by breaking a mop handle over Moondog’s back.

Everyone was pleased with the show. A lot of advance tickets holders didn't show. With the ticket sales, there should have been over 500 people in the building but they had around 350. In this type of benefit, that happens a lot. I guess the bottom line is The Carl Perkins Center got a nice check and a lot of local kids will have a happier holiday….Cory Maclin done the announcing.

Credit: SWS Shooter and SWS Studd

----Great job guys!!...Ok, I am going to leave the joke to all the visitors about Maclin voting for McCain…Still hate people doing the Moondog gimmick!!

RassleResults: SEW TV Results 10.25.08

SEW TV Taping 10/25/08 Results

The show started with an interview in which Malik The Great disrespected the fans, Bonecrusher, and The Casanova Kid. Bonecrusher chased Malik off with a crutch until General Manager GQ Jones came out to calm him down and escort him to the back.

Danny B. Good def. Iron Jake Johnson to retain the SEW Heavyweight Championship.

Soultaker & Rajah w/Pimpin' Antoin Smooth def Kross & Bonecusher by disqualification. Rajah pulled a page from the late great Eddie Guerrero's playbook and tossed a pair of brass knuckles into Kross' hands before falling to the mat. The referee turned to see Kross holding the weapon and called for the DQ.

This show can be viewed on our website at
http://www.myspace.com/southernextreme wrestling

RassleResults: USWO/ATL Nashville, TN 10.25.08

31 attended
Travis Starr b Dominator
Stevie King & Davey Wright (w/Ronnie Vegas) b Psycho Medic & Shawn Hoodrich by DQ when King tossed Medic his hard hat and fell down as ref Boogie turned around
Steven Green b Masked Superstar #69 and Cousin Jason X in a 3-way when Green pinned Superstar
Chris Norte b Anthony Wayne
Justin Spade vs Rob C went to a time limit draw. It was announced that both are leaving USWO to join the Marines.
LT Falk & Tony Falk b Richard Lowe & Kevin Dunn (w/Lekisha) when LT pinned Dunn

Credit: Jimmie Daniel

Breaking News!!!!! Memphis Wrestling ratings

Just thought you guys might wanna see these numbers early.

Memphis Wrestling 10-25-08

Final rating: 0.1 ( 1,621 viewers ) 0 share

Quarter hours:

0.4 ( 6,482 viewers )

0.0

0.0

0.0


If you have any questions or comments just email me at: rpg187@gmail.com.

----Ron Guidry works for a Memphis TV station and provides the rating analysis every week. He was formerly known as “The Penguin” with the old Kick Ass Wrestling promotion.----