Happy New Year to all of you…
As 2011 ends and 2012 begins, it’s time for the 15th annual AS I SEE ITYear-End Review. As usual, I should note that my selections are based on whatI’ve actually seen this year, either live, online, on TV, or via tape/DVD;which primarily means North American wrestling.
Written by Darbie Gatorade
When I am bored I often have to deal with an unsuspecting flow of creative juices. Someone recently challenged me to come up with some fantasy booking ideas and I sometimes get carried away. What started out as a fun little game ended up being a 42-match marathon. When you read down this list of matches, please remember that wrestlers are assumed to be in their prime.
In my mind this is the ultimate wrestling show (which would end up being a full blown weekend of incredible matches). In fact I have split the madness up into three nights, with three strategically booked cards, each with multiple epic main events. I took a lot of time organizing the cards so the shows would flow in a manner that would keep the fans attention. It’s not as easy as it looks, considering I set a rule that I could only use a wrestler once for the entire weekend. This my attempt at fantasy booking.
Look at each match, close your eyes, and imagine how the match would play out in your head. You might find your own creative juices flowing. You’re encouraged to leave comments at the bottom of the page. Please use your imagination when you read this article and enjoy yourself!
If you missed the Tuesday October 18th edition of the Online World of Wrestling Radio with host Alan Wojcik with weekly contributor Spug. Here are the highlights:
The 1st interview of the evening came courtesy of our friends at Crossfire Wrestling who will hold “A New Beginning” on November 5th in Nashville, TN. Former ECW/WCW/WWE/TNA superstar Stevie Richards granted only the 4th interview since he departed WWE!!! During his time with Alan & Spug, Stevie covered a wide array of subjects including being mentored by Raven & Paul Heyman, going to WCW and eventually the WWE, the best video game release of 2011, assisting Spug with his new iPhone and much more Log onto www.crossfirellc.vze.com for the entire lineup heading to the TN State Fairgrounds! Stevie has an amazing website of his own and you can check it out at www.t4show.com or www.youtube.t4show.com
A drunken clown once told me “WRESTLING…. In Canada, it’s a Tradition… in Mexico, it’s a Religion…. in Japan, it’s a Sport… in America…. It’s a Joke.”
Now he told me he read that on a message board so if I’m ripping somebody off, I humbly apologize, but this is the most genius statement I’ve ever read! Its level of truth is unlimited..
A friend of mine purchased a travel package to go to New York for five days to watch WrestleMania XX and take in all the festivities. Now THAT’S a mark! No, I take that back, THAT’S a WWE-mark! I’m not saying it’s a bad thing, I’m glad you enjoy the WWE that much. Vince McMahon’s accountant says you’re not alone. But what I do take offense to is when you call yourself a “Wrestling Fan”……. Uhhhhh, stop the music, no, you are NOT a wrestling fan, you are a WWE fan! A “Wrestling Fan” or “Wrestling Mark” has seen all forms of the sport; Lucha Libre, Puroreso, Independant, and from its purest form back in the early 1900s, until the 1970s, BEFORE it was transformed into “Sports Entertainment”.
If you missed the Tuesday September 20th edition of the Online World of Wrestling Radio with host Alan Wojcik with weekly contributor Spug. Here are the highlights:
Our first 100% free to the listener’s interview was with WSU roster member and the leader of the Midwest Militia, Jessicka Havok! This interview had been in the works for several months and Jessicka does not disappoint. She covers a gamut of topics ranging from the formation of the group, why she chose Sassy Stephanie & Allysin Kay, her feud with Alicia, her desire to kick people like Spug in the face, why she loves Resident Evil and so much more. If you are a WSU fan or have seen Jessicka wrestle throughout Ohio, this is a must listen!! Follow Jessicka on Twitter @J_Hav
Superman don’t bleed.
After an exchange of punches, Jay Briscoe plummeted to the canvas in a heap of bloodied flesh leaving Kenny King to claim what was certainly and rightfully his – a guaranteed World Tag Tea Championship match for him and his partner, Rhett Titus, collectively known as the All Night Express. It was a surreal sight to see as Titus smiling triumphantly while he donned the “crimson mask”. Before the partners’ gave each other a congratulatory embrace, King made sure to carve this night to memory by “signing” the contract’s envelope in Jay Briscoe’s blood. At long last, ANX would get their title shot. King’s climb of the ladder not only won ANX the match, but served as a turning point in their career and forever changed their image as we know it. Kenny King and Rhett Titus have reached the main event. They are ready to become champions.
If you missed the Tuesday September 13th edition of the Online World of Wrestling Radio with host Alan Wojcik with weekly contributors Spug, Mase & Kevin Scott as Jamal. Here are the highlights:
Our 100% free to the listener’s interview was with former ROH World champion Eddie Edwards who spoke on his career in ROH, his matches with Roderick Strong, his American Wolves tag partner Davey Richards, his love of all the Boston sports teams and his match this Saturday with Strong at Death Before Dishonor IX on iPPV. Follow him on Twitter @TheEddieEdwards
If you missed the Tuesday September 6th edition of the Online World of Wrestling Radio with host Alan Wojcik with weekly contributors Spug. Here are the highlights:
Our 100% free to the listener’s interview was with former FIP & ROH World champion “the Messiah of the Backbreaker” Roderick Strong who fielded questions on his career in FIP, ROH, Pro Wrestling Noah, the many uses of the backbreaker he incorporates in his matches plus the best rib he has ever witnessed & much more. Follow him on Twitter @RoderickStrong
Host Alan Wojcik is joined weekly by Spug & Mase along with national contributors like Scott Fishman & Jim Varsallone of the Miami Herald, Phil Strum of the Poughkeepsie Journal, Graham Cawthon of the History of the WWE website, Jackie Fiest of Triple Talk Wrestling Radio, Anthony Castellano of Newsday (NY), Kevin K. Scott, Sarah & Ari Daigen of “In This Very Ring” & Lekisha Oliver of Examiner.com.
HUGE INTERVIEW ALERT!!!
ROH Star Adam Cole Discusses: ROH Under Sinclair, Morale, Tag Wrestling, CM Punk and More
On Episode #31 of the WNS Podcast, WrestlingNewsSource.com had the pleasure of interviewing ROH Star, Adam Cole ahead of Ring of Honor’s big taping under the Sinclair Broadcasting Era, this Saturday which is due to air Saturday September 24th, when ROH debuts on the SBG Stations. Cole discusses a full range of topics such as ROH’s purchase, tag team wrestling, CM Punk and CZW.
