Proving Ground Pro Wrestling debuts February 9th, 2013 !!

“PROJECT 1″
Three titles will be decided

February 9th 2013
Bogart’s banquet hall
2142 Old State Road
Jacksonville, IL 62650
General Admission $10
Doors open at 6:30 PM
Show starts at 7:30 PM

TaDarius Thomas

TaDarius Thomas comes to Proving Ground Pro from Detroit, MI.
Since his High School wrestling days, TaDarius has been a dedicated student to a wide variety of mixed martial arts disciplines. Along with wrestling , TaDarius is also an accomplished Golden Gloves boxer (Michigan’s 2005 outstanding boxer of the year) and practitioner of Brazilian jujitsu and Capoeira (African-Brazilian martial art) that incorporates gymnastics,dance and an ability to strike from almost any position.
TaDarius has exploded onto the independent wrestling scene, becoming a major player in promotions around the world. He now brings those skills and experience to the Proving Ground .

Mr. 450 Hammett

Mr. 450 makes his way to Proving Ground Pro from Hormigueros, Puerto Rico. He is trained by Puerto Rican legend Invader III, taking that education to it’s highest levels.
Mr. 450 is a true international wrestling star who has won titles in multiple countries already in his wrestling career. His high flying, hard hitting style could take him to the top of Proving Ground Pro.

Dysfunction

Dysfunction comes to Proving Ground Pro from Milwaukee,WI., where he has made quite a name for himself on the professional wrestling circuit. A big favorite where ever he preforms, including many high profile appearances for Juggalo Championship Wrestling and Pro Wrestling Blitz.
Dysfunction is as comfortable swinging chairs and breaking tables as he is doing classic mat wrestling. His big match experience and unusual combination of skills will make him hard to beat in the Proving Ground.

Ruff Crossing

Ruff Crossing makes his way to Proving ground Pro from Sweet Grass, MT. Ruff has blazed a trail for himself in true cowboy fashion, drinkin’ beers, punchin’ steers, and kickin’ ass all the way from Sweet Grass.
True grit and heart will be on display each time out. Ruff Crossing will prove to be that classic pro wrestler who has every skill it takes to win a championship!

Derek St Holmes Esq.

Derek St Holmes Esq. , a true blue blood of independent wrestling. As his name refers, esquire is a candidate for knighthood..giving Derek a very regal air about him.
His European based submission grappling and old school stretching are to be respected and avoided if possible. St Holmes, “Entitled by Birth” for championships, will be difficult to beat in the Proving Ground.

Marion Fontaine

Marion Fontaine makes his way to the Proving Ground from Las Vegas, NV. Fontaine brings one of the best all around games and best all around mustaches in wrestling today.
Marion Fontaine is tearing up the indy circuit all over the country. Poised to be a breakout star, Fontaine will attempt to take it to the next level in Proving Ground Pro.

Chase McCoy

“Psycho” Chase McCoy is a man with a growing reputation across the northern Midwest indy circuit. That reputation is winning matches and hurting opponents. Competitors across MN,WI,IL and MI have felt the wrath of “Psycho” Chase. Expecting to be in a title hunt, Chase now brings that unpredictable intensity to the Proving Ground.

Blake Steel

Blake Steel is a true home grown superstar in the making. Dedication and hard work have taken Blake into the title picture at several independent promotions across the Midwest. Expecting to take his career to the next level, Blake has entered the Proving Ground.

“The Business” Bobby Houston

The Business is exactly that..All Business.Bobby is a true Blue Chipper..plying his trade across the Virginia’s and Carolina’s, as well as the Midwest, Bobby Houston is a contender for any title. Singles gold has been his…but Bobby is also a Tag Team expert.so expect the best from Bobby Houston on any night against any opponent.

Dan Lawrence

Dan Lawrence has proven his worth mainly in Chicago area promotions. Dan is a multi-time title holder for several of the the larger promotions in Illinois (and upper Midwest). Whether he was a singles competitor or a tag team member , Dan Lawrence has proven to be a competitor with all the tools to win gold in the Proving Ground.

Christian Rose

Christian Rose, “The Bitter Lunatic’, is really putting himself on the map. Winning singles matches against a who’s who of wrestling was the hallmark of Rose’s 2012. Will this year prove as successful?..Be it tag team or Singles, expect Christian Rose to rise to the top of Proving Ground Pro in 2013.

Matt Cage

Matt cage is a true “see him now” independent star. Fans and promoters alike have taken notice of Cage’s talent and dedication. As both a singles and tag team star, Matt Cage will be a mover and shaker in the Proving Ground.

Alex Castle

Alex Castle is an independent powerhouse on the rise. Alex has gained attention across the central and southern Midwest indy circuit, winning matches and titles along the way. Castle even squared of for the NWA title, an impressive accomplishment for such a young rising star. Castle now looks to make his mark in the Proving Ground.

Bobby Valentino

Bobby Valentino is as smooth as they come in the ring. A true technician who combines aerial abilities with an impressive mat game. Singles or Tag, Bobby has the skills and acumen to be a real player in the Proving Ground.

Mario Crivello

Mario Crivello comes to Proving Ground Pro from the northern Midwest circuit. Mario is athletically gifted, with all the tools. Strength,speed and endurance are all in Crivello’s arsenal. A true on the rise performer, keep an eye on Mario Crivello in the Proving Ground.

Tony Scarpone

A veteran powerhouse from Chicago. There’s no gimmicks needed with Tony, he’s classic old school style. A solid mat game with plenty of power to back it up. He will parlay this combination into a recipe for success. Scarpone Plans to do big things in the Proving Ground.

Zero Gravity
CJ Esparza and Brett Gakiya truly live up to the name Zero Gravity. They have redefined Tag Team Wrestling in the independent ranks. Making a name from coast to coast, the high flying Zero Gravity looks to land Tag Team gold in the Proving Ground.

Cookies & Cream

“Fabulous” Jason V and CC Cerveza are no doubt the most flamboyant team in the Proving Ground. But don’t let the antics fool you, this duo has the skills, psychology and technique to upend any team on any given night. Cookies & Cream look to rise to the top of Proving Ground.

Renaldo Piven
Renaldo Piven is part agent, part manager, part mouthpiece. With unmatched business skills, a keen eye for talent and a razor sharp tongue, Piven consistently keeps his charges in the title hunt wherever he goes. Proving Ground Pro is Renaldo Piven’s next stop.

The Kentucky Buffet receives their 2011 MWR Tag Team of the Year plaques.

By Brian Kelley

2011 MWR Tag Team of the Year The Kentucky Buffet Alex Castle and Matt Cage- Photo Credit Brian Kelley

Missouri Wrestling Revival caught up with Alex Castle and Matt Cage at New Midwest Wrestling recently as they look to continue their stranglehold over the Midwest. Cage and Castle better known as the Kentucky Buffet had a phenomenal year last year as they twice captured the IWAU Tag team titles, and though tensions heated up between the two leading into a match between friends turned ugly at times.

Still the KYB was able to make headlines with great matches against some of the best talent of the Midwest.

It was a great honor that we were to present their 2011 MWR Tag Team of the Year plaques.

Yet what did the 2010 MWR Tag team of the year Attitude Inc. have to think about the KYB winning the award for 2011?

Let’s find out.

Ring of Honor electrifies ST Louis, then party like rock stars with Party Animal Radio and MWR.

Ring of Honor Stars, Party Animal Radio and the fans are all smiles at the 5th Bar and Grill. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

By Brian Kelley

On the way to cover the red hot promotion in Kansas City Saturday to cover Metro Pro Wrestling I received a call from our good friends at Party Animal Radio. If anything that I have learn from the past is that when I hear from them, good times are just around the corner.

With Ring of Honor returning to ST Louis at the Collinsville Gateway Center, Dubray and I was already planning on checking out the hard hitting action with our good friend promoter Herb Simmons, Keith Smith and many other friends.

After hearing, the good news that there was going to be a special MEET/GREET/AND EAT!!! With the stars from Ring of Honor! I was on the road so I got on the wire to get ahold of my good friend Kari Williams to post the news straight to MWR. For a measly ten dollars fans could have a cheeseburger and fries with the stars from Ring of Honor!

Still the fans were treated to a Sunday matinée of Ring of Honor wrestling. My friends know I love wrestling but for me to miss Sunday NFL football, the show will have to be a guaranteed good time. With ROH World Champion Davey Richards announced to be in action that was all the info I need to know that the TIVO would have to tape the Denver Bronco game.

Steve Corino and Louie

Pro Wrestling Phoenix crew made the trip from Council Bluffs Iowa to check out the red hot ROH action.

Fans have fun before the ROH show.

Ring of Honor brings to the ring no nonsense, hard hitting action the way it is supposed to be. Filled with an awesome roster including the ROH Champ Shelton Benjamin & Charlie Haas formally of WWE fame as well as former TNA star and current ROH TV Champion Jay Lethal mixed in with the likes of MsChif , El Generico, Jimmy Jacobs, Steve Corino, Future Shock, Michael Elgin, and Tommaso Ciampa including a killer main event as the All Night Express (Rhett Titus and Kenny King) proved that they were real when they defeated The American Wolves (Davey Richards and Eddie Edwards).
A frog splash from Rhett Titus and a shooting star press from Kenny King that allowed King to pin Edwards for the victory. Mutual respect all around after the match, but Edwards told his partner “See you at Final Battle” iPPV on December 23, 2011 – 7:30pm Manhattan Center (Hammerstein Ballroom) , New York , New York.

The 2011 Cauliflower Alley Club 2011 Red Bastein Friendship Award recipient Darla Staggs was in attendance for her very first ROH experience. Darla has been a fan and supporter of pro wrestling for many years, when I asked her what she thought of the show she quickly replied “I Haven’t seen wrestling like this in a long time….fantastic show!!!”

Darla Staggs is in the clutches of 25 year wrestling vet Keith Smith and his lovely wife Michelle.

This coming from a woman who was live for many of the great Wrestling at the Chase shows in ST Louis’s golden era of pro wrestling is quite a compliment.

I was happy to run into “ECW Original” Angel after the show, Angel is looking in awesome shape and ready to run over the competition and a ROH run for the King of the Streets would be one that I would be very interested in seeing myself.

Young rising local star Aiden Young may not have a title yet but still has a beautiful women to come check out ROH with.

SICW Promoter Herb Simmons was on hand to check out ROH. Fans can check out SICW this Saturday in East Carondelet Il along with CWC Champ Ron Powers.

Also in attendance was one of the top tag teams today the Kentucky Buffett of Alex Castle and Matt Cage, Aiden Young former GCW Star Mike Sharona and the Manager of Champions Travis Cook.

Then it was off for ROH –Party Animal Radio after party 2011, if you missed the last ROH after party click here for all the great times from 7-23-2010.

This time the party was at the 5th Quarter Bar & Grill and as usual, we got there early and sat with our friends Drew, Gary and Ben while waiting on the ROH Stars to show up as they showered and if they were like us, got lost in the big streets of Collinsville Illinois.

While we waited the waiter and waitress worked hard to take the fans orders and drinks. I was stunned to hear that their special on that night was Natural Light for only $1.00, so for $22.00 I got Dubray and I 2 hamburgers and a beer, and though some of you may be thinking that “oh yuck” Natty light but I actually like it so the night was starting off right.

These fans traveled from Quincy Illinois for Ring of Honor and take in the after party afterwards. Here they get an awesome picture taken with the top women wrestler ever , (Of course we are 100% biased as well as correct :)) MsChif.

The first ROH star to make her way to the bar was MsChif, who was game for some food herself with some friends. I spoke to some really cool fans that had driven from Quincy Illinois to check out ROH and was interested in getting their picture taken with Your Soul’s Tormentor – MsChif. Before She left she was more than happy to take her photo with the group of friends who made their way to check her out in another win in her hometown of St Louis against Mia Yim(w/ Prince Nana, Robert Evans, & Ernesto Osiris) via Desecrator.

The wrestlers takes their seats to sign autographs and take photos with some of the very best in the world today.

Fans could line up for pictures and autographs with the stars such as Kenny King, Eddie Edwards, Charlie Hass and Rhett Tittus.

The service was awesome at the 5th Quarter Bar & Grill and the food was maybe the best that I have ever had at a small bar. When I asked the waitress who they would choose a wrestler to have their picture taken with, they quickly giggled and chose the former ROH World Champion Eddie Edwards.

My friend Darla Staggs asked me last week at a show if I could build a promotion around one wrestler today who would it be. My answer Eddie Edwards. Edwards has the talent charisma and skills for many years to come along with one great match after another . Here he gets all the love from the girls in the house.

GOOD TIMES!!!

Has Edwards met his match???

Edwards had been smiles all night with the  girls,Edwards the number one contender for the ROH title played around with funny poses along with the girls for MWR.

Awesome friends of MWR along with Ricky Cruz, International superstar (on the far right), see Cruz in action in East Carondelet Illinois for SICW this Saturday.

At one table was our friend Keith Smith with family and friends along with rising star in the Midwest Ricky Cruz chilling out with laughs and great food.

While walking around I noticed a couple that were just enjoying a beer, so I introduced myself and asked if they had ever heard of MWR. The couple stated they didn’t even know wrestling was in town and really wasn’t a fan but was kind enough to take part in the MWR Photo recap of the party. Her friend wasn’t interested in taking photos but she was able to get a photo with Charlie Hass and Delirious. Hopefully, the next time ROH comes to town, they will check out the show to see just how talented these guys were.

Dubray and POO DOO

MWR’S Dubray Tallman was even able to find local wrestling legend Poo Doo the Cow, coming out of the farm to get his drink on.

CHEERS

I am not going to lie to you; I was amazed that there were so few fans that took the opportunity to come to this event, , but I can understand when there was such short notice on the event but it was easily the best value for your money all year. The ROH Stars even after a show the night before in Louisville, KY and less than 24 hours made their way to STL only to give a 110 percent in the ring then make their way to be kind to each and every one of the fans in that bar giving them memories that will last a lifetime.

Let’s take a look at the rest of this awesome night of meet and greet with the ROH Stars and fans.

Fans party with Charlie Hass

Kenny King is a name you will soon not forget, as he seemed to enjoy the fans as much as they did him. Here he poses along with one half of the party animals themselves the Briscoe Brothers.

Eddie Edwards ,Rhett Titus poses with a fan in good fun.

You can see comedian Louie open up for the Iron Sheik’s comedy show this Saturday. My suggestion to Louie is a T-shirt would have been cheaper, and a MWR logo would have been a hell of a lot cooler.

Louie and the tatoo of the World Title.

Fans could have seen Tommaso Ciampa at Harley Race's WLW in the past, now he is one of top young stars at ROH.

Party Animal Radio's Mike Gordon.

ROH T.V. Champion Jay Lethal with the hottest girl at the bar that night, Dubray Tallman.

Shelton Benjamin and one of my friends Drew.

Nobody parties like Briscoe Brothers and Party Animal Radio Mike and Cody.

Dubray Tallman and Kenny King.

The hard working ladies of the 5th Bar and Grill.

I wished this photo would of came out better sorry guys.

ROH superstar Delirious

Gary, St Louis ring announcer Ben Simon and Dubray Tallman.

Not a wrestling fan but she was open for a lot of fun.

Rhett Titus

When you need to get great service , these three bartenders are the champs.

For the fans that missed this weekend’s events, you will not want to miss next Saturday as Party Animal Radio and ROSS ANTHONY PROMOTIONS have a fun filled weekend planned for you with former WWE World Champion the IRON SHIEK. For only $55.00 fans can have dinner with the Iron Sheik, fans will receive autographed photos from prior guests Tony Atlas and Harley Race free. Fans can also get a discount to the “Iron Sheik Stand up Show”, with the purchase of a “DWTL3″ ticket (you will still get the free autographs from Atlas & Race).For tickets call-314-669-4727 or 573-270-7218 or for more information visit the website at http://www.stlouiswrestling.webs.com.

Throughout the night fans were able to purchase raffle tickets for a chance at free tickets to these events as well as Party Animal Radio t-shirts. So please join us this Saturday for the Iron Sheik meet and greet dinner. A night you will never forget.

Do not forget to check out the Ring of Honor website to find out more on the ippv, events, DVDS and results by clicking here

17) The Kentucky Buffet (Matt Cage and Alex Castle)

If you like your teams with a lot of pizazz then the team of Matt Cage and Alex Castle is the team for you.

They currently host one of the top internet wrestling talk shows named “All you can eat”  at Youtube while looking for top competition to defeat.

One expert told me in confidence that “ The Kentucky Buffet, appeared to many as a joke tag team but that notion is long gone, Cage is in the best shape of his life and Alex Castle has been getting better by the day. Back to back wins against the F1rst family this year solidifies them as one of the top tag teams today.”

The Kentucky Buffett has came out of nowhere in 2011 and have quickly moved up the ladder, look for them at a show near you soon.

New Midwest Wrestling photo recap from Springfield, IL 1/29/2010

All photos from Brian Kelley unless otherwise marked and all of the Young Thriller vs Tyler Priegel by Jon Edgecomb….We would like to thank NMW for a great time and we hope you enjoy these photos.

Ryan Phoenix Starts the night off at New Midwest Wrestling (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

The Ref catches Bobby Houston in the act to try to cheat (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Bobby Houston pinned Ryan Phoenix

The Feature Presentation pinned CL Slick & Randy Ray

Truk Thompson pinned Tony G

Photos Courtesy of Jon 'Skippy' Edgecomb

Photos Courtesy of Jon 'Skippy' Edgecomb

Photos Courtesy of Jon 'Skippy' Edgecomb

Photos Courtesy of Jon ‘Skippy’ Edgecomb

NMW CI Champ Tyler Priegel pinned Young Thriller

Billy Morgan pinned Christian Rose

Photos Courtesy of Jon 'Skippy' Edgecomb

Benz & Mississippi Madman beat The Full Metal Jackals by countout

End the party of Attitude INC

Scott Keyes pinned Eric Logan

Photos Courtesy of Jon 'Skippy' Edgecomb

NMW Heavyweight Champ Jon Magnus pinned Dan the Man

Ref Ricky Brewer prays not to be the next victim of Jonathan Magnus (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

NMW Heavyweight Champ Jon Magnus pinned Lucious P. Cotrain

 

Photos Courtesy of Jon 'Skippy' Edgecomb

Ryan Phoenix pinned Jon Magnus to win the NMW Heavyweight title

2010 Missouri Wrestling Revival Award winners

What a great year 2010 was for pro wrestling in the Midwest. Shows throughout the Midwest showed a steady growth in an economy that is struggling.

The biggest companies in the World, WWE and TNA both had pay per views in the Midwest. Fans were able to meet the stars at TNA’S fan fest. The ST Louis Wrestling Hall of Fame honored Dory Funk JR, Bobby the Brain Heenan and Baron von Raschke with their inductions to the hall of fame during the celebration.

Wrestling returned to Kansas City in a big way when Metro Pro Wrestling debut at the historic Memorial Hall with special guest Tommy Dreamer and a TV deal on Metro Sports. Led by former WWE Superstar Trevor Murdock, the Metro roster has to step up their game if they are to be the best if they are to stand out of the 3 time WWE Tag Team Champions shadow.

We were happy to add New Midwest Wrestling to our coverage area.At MWR we have seen some of the NMW talents in past in Dan the Man and Ryan Phoenix but we quickly saw that Bobby Houston, Eric Logan and NMW Champion Jonathan Magnus are just a few that are worthy of seeing in action as well.

Once again we were able to enjoy another great PWE show at the Lincoln Balloon Festival. PWE later in the year saw Donovan Ruddick and Mason Beck go up against the fun lovin former WWE Star U-Gene and the Mississippi Madman.

We were able to see PWP get out of the grasp of the Murder Militia in a classic War Games match while on the other side of the state 3XWrestling continued their standard of providing the fans with great wrestling and an up and close look at their great website including the monthly Outside the Ring program.

In ST Louis MMWA-SICW was the 2009 MWR Promotion of the Year, but they did not rest on their laurels. They continued to train young wrestlers while bringing in some of the very best in Mark Sterling and Mike Sydal, fans where also  thrilled to see old favorites return like Danny Boy and Ron Powers.

AAPW had one of the very best feuds in the Midwest with Shane Rich turning his back on his good friend Edmund “Livewire” McGuire.

NWA Dynamo has brought back some of the GCW flavor and packed the house in a great show in the summer with Pete Madden and Mike Sharona going to war with Nikki Strychnine and Makaze in the main event.

HVW had a slow year but was proud to boast that HVW Original Santana G had made her way to Florida with a great opportunity to valet on Spike TV for TNA with Orlando Jordan.

World League Wrestling is primed to be at their very best with the young talent training at the Harley Race Wrestling Academy. Don’t be surprised to see the talents of Jason Jones, the Cancun Kid, Lucy Mendez, Jack Gamble, Brian Breaker and Ethan Wright hold titles throughout the Midwest and beyond in the near future.

IHW proved that they were one of the best with entertaining shows that grew more and more fans each time. Brandon Aarons has turned into the one of the biggest fan favorites in all of the Midwest. Eric Allen and Sean Vincent would test the skills of the rising young star.

MECW mixed hometown flavor with a dose of Windy City Wrestling, including former WWE Star Mike Anthony and the one and only Bailey Mannix along with teen heart throb Evan Money.

IWA Unlimited provided the fans of Olney Illinois with free wrestling each Wednesday. High flying and hard hitting action gave the wrestlers a chance to improve their skills in a great environment.

IWA Productions packed the house with special guest The Honky Tonk Man but it was the local fans that stole the show when Christian Rose and Danny Cannon tore the roof off the place.

NWA Supreme shows may not have that many shows but the ones they did have where filled with some of the best stars locally and nationally.

MWR wrestlers have been active working to get to the top. Mike Sydal was announced as the 2009 PWI Rookie of the year while Midwest stars Mark Sterling, Ace Hawkins, Brandon Espinosa all made appearances with Ring of Honor.

The fans and friends of Barry Ryte showed their support for their guy after he was diagnosed with cancer causing him to back out of the 2010 ECWA Super 8 tournament. Barry has shown in the ring that he has the heart of a champion, and that fighting spirit has helped him It has been announced that he has been cleared to wrestle in 2011. If we had an inspirational wrestler of the Year he would have won hands down.

Fans were blessed to have the Champion of the World Tyler Black make their way to their hometown as Tyler Black met Jeremy Wyatt at 3Xwrestling in Des Moines Iowa, while in Illinois Black went one on one with Brandon Aarons.

This fall word got out that the Future Donovan Ruddick had made his way to Florida with a developmental contract for WWE. He joined the before mentioned Black who has since lost his title to Roderick Strong but we all know the best is yet to come for Tyler Black.

I hope that you have enjoyed the coverage of all of your favorite promotions. It is with the hard work of Dubray Tallman, Mike Van Hoogstraat, Bill Smith, Gary Giaffoglione, Matt Murphy, Greg Anthony , Dartallion Allen, Mark Campos, Josh Ray and Rob Schamberger that makes the site what it is today.

We would like to thank the promoters and wrestlers that support the site for the past three years.

Last but not least thank you so much to the fans of pro wrestling in the Midwest. Take the time to see a wrestler before they become the next Superstar.

On January first we were proud to announce that Mike Chapman was named as the 2010 MWR Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. For more info on Mike Chapman click here.

Now with further ado I give you the 2010 MWR yearly awards.

2010 Wrestler of the Year

Mike Sydal-

Mike Sydal (Photo Credit Scott Finkelstein)

The wrestler of the year was a close vote this year as the surge of Mark Sterling coming within votes to be named for the second year in a row for MWR Wrestler of the Year. Meanwhile Donovan Ruddick had a great push thanks to great performances in 2010 against Dave Vaughn, Mephisto, and the Mississippi Madman. Hard work would pay off for Ruddick as the opportunity that many felt was long overdue, came to pass when he was signed to the WWE developmental contract late this fall. Jeremy Wyatt and Trevor Murdock both garnered several votes thanks to what many voters voiced their respect for each of these men. Last but not least just on the outside of the voting range was Brandon Aarrons who and his former tag team partner Brandon Espinosa .

Mike Sydal toured the country in 2010 wrestling in matches each and every week. Promoters loved him, fans cheered him and the country noticed. His hard work and dedication combined with a true desire to improve earned made him the second wrestler that took part in the WLW/Noah camp that won the PWI Rookie of the Year.

Sydal was just getting started, during Wrestlemania weekend he was in California wrestling with Ring of Honor. He would continue wrestling with Ring of Honor training at their training center before making appearances on Direct TV’S HDNET against Tyler Black, Christopher Daniels and more.

In the fall Sydal returned to much fan fare. At Metro Pro Wrestling, Rock and Roll Mike Sydal was once again on TV with Metro Pro Wrestling against the former WWE Tag Team Champion Trevor Murdock.

At 3XW he was involved in one of the most emotional matches of the year when he was force to face “The Unbreakable” Zach Thompson. Thompson defeated his High Flyers’ partner Mike Sydal following a Dublin Driver in a very emotional and hard fought Loser Leaves 3XWrestling match set up by 3XW Commissioner Todd Countryman in May. Fans rejoiced when Thompson overcame the odds to defeat Brian Ash in November to allow Sydal to once again return.

Throughout the year of 2010 Sydal popped up just about everywhere good wrestling could be found.

Sydal has earned the respect of his peers and promoters and it showed in the 2010 in the final vote. Out of 14 awards committee voters the lowest Sydal got were 16.

We would like to congratulate Mike Sydal as the 2010 MWR Wrestler of the Year.

First Runner up- Mark Sterling
Second Runner up- Donovan Ruddick
Third Runner up- Jeremy Wyatt

2010 MWR Tag team of the Year

Attitude Inc. (Guy Smith, Spencer Powers, and Michael Shard)

New Midwest Tag Team Champions : Attitude Inc – Spencer Powers, Michael Shard and Guy Smith

Attitude Inc is a flashy tag team that has electrified the ring at New Midwest Wrestling for the past year. All three men are former NMW Heavyweight Champions who have come together and found success. Like the Freebirds, Attitude Inc have mixed partners to their advantages. Their success and talent has won over the awards committee.

At the start of the year they dismantled the faction the Sin Club of Steve Bishop, Dave Parker and Dareian Frost in impressive fashion.

In July the they outlasted the tag teams of Logantyre (Eric Logan and Justin McEntyre) , The New Immolare (Tom Arson and Ryan Phoenix) and the Full Metal Jackals( Danny Cannon and Alex Castle) in an exciting four way match to win the NMW Tag Team titles.

In consecutive months of October and November they defeated the up and coming tag team the Full Metal Jackals (Danny Cannon and Alex Castle) to retain the NMW Tag Team Titles.

Though Attitude Inc has their hands full with the tag team of the Uninvited (Rip Mystic and Tom Arson) heading into 2011, the team can hold their head up high that MWR has named them the 2010 MWR Tag Team of the Year.

First Runner up- Gentleman’s Club- Devin Carter and Casanova
Second Runner up- Steve Fender and Mark Sterling
Third Runner up – The Hooligans -Devin and Mason Cutter

2010 MWR Female of the Year

Amy Hennig

Amy Hennig (Photo Credit Bill Smith)

The current World League Wrestling Women’s champion has been dominate in 2010. Hennig has trained at the Harley Race Wrestling Academy and has all the tools to make it to the top of the wrestling world.

Matches with Lucy Mendez, Santana G and Angelus Layne were must see matches in 2010.

You can catch her brother Joe every Monday night on WWE, do not miss the chance to see her in the Midwest while you still can.

First Runner up -MsChif
Second Runner up- Santana G
Third Runner up- Lucy Mendez

2010 MWR Promotion of the Year

3Xwrestling

3XW’s fifth year proved to be the best yet, featuring a mix of incredible wrestling, packed crowds, strong business relationships within the community, and a continuing commitment to charitable efforts.
Despite the common perception that interest in wrestling is on the decline, 3XW enjoyed consistently growing crowds throughout the year, routinely packing the Des Moines Social Club each month for events thanks to a loyal – and growing – following and strong television, radio, print and word-of-mouth advertising, not to mention the most talented roster of wrestlers in the entire Midwest.

This past July, 3XW also had the honor of being the last wrestling promotion to hold matches in historic Veterans Memorial Auditorium, a building with 55 years of wrestling history. The athletes of 3XW competed in the same building that NWA affiliates, particularly Central States, held matches years ago, not to mention some major WWE/WWF/WCW moments.

3XW’s webshow, Outside the Ring, enjoyed an increasing number of views, as did 3XWrestling.com, which was visited by thousands of fans each month.

First Runner up- Independent Hardcore Wrestler
Second Runner up- MMWA-SICW
Third Runner up- Metro Pro Wrestling

2010 MWR Match of the Year

Jeremy Wyatt vs. Tyler Black – 3XW – April 2, 2010

Spring Showdown at 3Xwrestling was a monumental night of pro wrestling featuring one of the top wrestlers in the Midwest proving to the world that he could hang with the Champion of the World.

The two wrestled to a 30-minute time limit draw in an incredible wrestling match that earned a standing ovation from the crowd after the final bell. The last minute of the match saw referee Jeromy Robb inadvertently get crushed in the corner by both men and fall to the canvas. Black quickly nailed Wyatt with a tremendous reverse brainbuster and covered him for the pin, only there was no ref to count the pin. As Black was checking on the ref in the corner, Wyatt slowly rose to his feet and grabbed Black from behind, slamming him hard with his patented Kansas Tumbleweed (Lightning Spiral) and covering him for the pin with 20 seconds remaining, only for the ref to still be out. Wyatt screamed and pleaded for the ref to get up to no avail and he even counted the pin himself. The time then ran out before a winner could be determined but the fans gave a standing ovation.

First Runner up- MECW November 20, 2010 – Bailey Mannix vs. Eric Allen – 30 Minute Ironman Match

Second Runner up- The Mississippi Madman vs. The Future Donovan Ruddick with MR Late Nite at Pro Wrestling Epic August 28th, 2010 Lincoln, Illinois

Third Runner up- Danny Cannon vs Christian Rose ladder match from IWA Productions OCC show in January 2010

For a complete list of nominations sent from fans, promoters and wrestlers around the Midwest click here.

Part one of Brian Kelley’s New Midwest Wrestling photo recap from October 23, 2010

By Brian Kelley

MWR returned to New Midwest Wrestling On October 23 for their biggest battle Royal of the Year and talk about ramifications in just one night.

So I decided to have our very first ever 2-Part recap where we will highlight the first set of matches and then we will find out who would earn a chance at the NMW title on November 20th at November Reign.

Enjoy

Ring Announcer Jimmy "The Bruiser" Osborne starts the night for New Midwest Wrestling. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

NMW Champion Jonathan Magnus with his manager Stephanie King. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

MWR Wrestler of the Night , Rising star Christian Rose. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

DA Morrison and Christian Rose feel each other out. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Matty Montcalm holds onto an arm bar of Christian Rose. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

From downtown Matty Montcalm drills Christian Rose. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

DA Morrison is knocked out cold with Matty Montcalm reeling with Christian Rose standing tall looking to get a victory from the champion Jonathan Magnus. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Christian Rose goes toe to toe with the champ. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Michael Shard distracts the Champion Jonathan Magnus costing him the match. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Christian Rose beat NMW Heavyweight Champ Jon Magnus, Matty Montcalm & DA Morrison (fatal four-way, non-title)

The Champions Michael Shard and Spencer Powers with their fellow Attitude Inc Member Guy Smith. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Spencer Powers starts off strong for his team. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Full Metal Jackals Danny Cannon Soars (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

A bloody up Cannon goes for the suplex on the champion.(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Alex Castle tries to take the fight out of Michael Shard. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Danny Cannon can hit you at a moments notice. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Double Team from the champs. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

The beginning of the end as the champs earn a hard fought victory.(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Michael Shard relinquish the NMW Tag belt to partner Guy Smith while he sets his sights on the NMW title currently held by Jonathan Magnus. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

NMW Tag Champs Spencer Powers & Michael Shard pinned Alex Castle & Danny Cannon

Was this the chop that sent Guy Smith on the mission to take out Tom Arson? (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Guy Smith used his power to be able to work the leg of Tom Arson (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

MWR was shocked to see Smith so methodical and vicous in his attack on Tom Arson leg in this match (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Smith was relentless in his attack of Arsons leg. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

The ref was right there to see if Arson would give up. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Tom Arsons new tag team partner is……RIP MYSTIC !!! (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Tom Arson pinned Guy Smith

Now a word from the NMW Tag Team Champs.

Keyes uses his speed to get an edge on Matt Cage. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Matt Cage looked to make a name for himself at NMW by beating the exciting Scott Keyes. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Matt Cage shows off his punting skills if there were any NFL scouts in attendance much to the chagrin of Keyes . (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Out of no where Keyes can explode on you . (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Scott Keyes delivers a killer kick on Matt Cage. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Scott Keyes pinned Matt Cage

A hand full of Ryan Phoenix’s hair from that pun--- I mean Eric Logan. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Eric Logan misses and eats the turnbuckle. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Over the top Ryan Phoenix goes to get at Eric Logan. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Sleeper hold (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Eric Logan takes out Ryan Phoenix with a DDT onto the floor and is quite proud of himself. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Eric Logan beat Ryan Phoenix by countout

This month on November 20th  Benz returns to action!!

Look for part 2 of this recap and an exclusive interview with “The Business Man” Bobby Houston

We will also have words from the NMW Champion Jonathan Magnus and his manager Stephanie and his challagers to his NMW title this month.

A New Midwest Wrestling tradition RETURNS! It’s the biggest BATTLE ROYAL of the year!

This is our CAN’T MISS EVENT as we lead into NOVEMBER REIGN!!

LIVE! LOCAL! LEGENDARY! Pro Wrestling done RIGHT!
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Announced for the Brawltoberfest Battle Royal, so far (in random order, order for entry yet to be chosen):

1- CL Slick
2- Blake Steel
3- Bobby Houston
4- Sage Ramsey
5- Dan The Man
6- Guy Smith
7- Eric Logan
8- The Young Thriller
9- Rip Mystic
10- Kyle Cassidy
11- Danny Cannon
12- Randy Ray
13- Scott Keyes
14- Tom Arson
15- Spencer Powers
16- Alex Castle
17- The Dixieland Destroyer
18- Tyler Priegel
19- Matt Cage
20- Bucky Collins
21- DA Morrison
22- Matt Cage

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Also on the card:

“Zero Hype” Guy Smith vs Tom Arson

After his questionable loss to Rip Mystic, Guy Smith felt as if the New Midwest Throwback Match was tarnished, and vowed to try it again. When approached by officials Tom Arson was delighted to take on Smith, after being challenged.

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New Midwest Wrestling Tag Team Championships
(c)Attitude Inc’s Spencer Powers and Michael Shard vs The Full Metal Jackals (Danny Cannon and Alex Castle)

The Jackals have impressed recently, especially with their showing in July’s big Tag Scramble. Now, they have the opportunity to prove themselves once more as the current champions look to establish their reign.

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Scott Keyes vs Matt Cage

Scott Keyes was impressive in his debut last month at CUTTING EDGE. However, he came up just short of winning. The New Midwest Wrestling Office took note of the crowd’s immediate acceptance and decided to give Keyes another opportunity. Matt Cage is a traveled Midwest wrestling star, who has always wanted a crack at New Midwest Wrestling. It’s put up or shut up time for these two new faces in New Midwest!

IWA Unlimited Photo 9-12-10 photo recap

By Brian Kelley

Missouri Wrestling Revival debuted at Onley to check out IWA Unlimited for the very first time on September 12 for a fun filled show.

Every Wednesday IWAU gives the local fans a FREE show filled with some of the best young talent in the Midwest. Danny Cannon and Matt Cage had a great match up to go along with a very solid card, that made me wish that this promotion was a little bit closer.

If you live in the STL area take the drive one evening, and though it is around a hour and half to two hour show, you will never know who will be making their way to the ring at IWAU.

Playboy Paul Rose made quick work of AT Brooks. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Playboy Paul Rose d. AT Brooks

Christopher Jade leans on Gunner Franks. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

To the top Gunner Franks went, it would not be long Franks would have his hand raised. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Gunner Franks d. Christopher Jade

Rose hammers home a fist to the lighter Advent. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Tony Flood and his team did a good job of cutting the ring off in to their favor. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Jay Spade taunts the crowd while keeping Advent grounded. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

A devastating suplex from Flood. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

All hell breaks loose and the big boys of Rose and Scotty Hostass meet.(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Not a good day to be Jay Spade.(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Spade ran but there was no place to hide from Homicidal Steven Davis Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Davis was impressive when he threw Spade onto Rose then speared him for the 1-2-3Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Tony Flood, Jay Spade & Playboy Paul Rose d. Scotty Hostass, Austin Advent & Homicidal Steven Davis

The exciting Joey O’Riley is fast but Alex Castle would have none of his kicks to the mid section. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Referee David Switzer asks O’Riley if he wants to quit as Castle has him in a painful move. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Showing true heart O’Riley fights back. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Out of nowhere O’Riley struck and got the victory. WOW(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Joey O’Riley d. Alex Castle

Matt Cage can wrestle but Danny Cannon used his speed to his advantage. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Cage was frustrated and went full force but Cannon wisely used his opponents momentum against him, leaving him crumbling to the outside. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Cannon set Cage on a chair for a big move on the outside.(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

A hard hitting affair between Cage and Cannon.(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Cannon Explodes on Cage on the way to a win. (Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Just like his tag team partner Castle earlier in the night, Cage finds himself on the short end of the stick.(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

“Dynamite” Danny Cannon d. Matt Cage

Rose attacks the champ Scott Parker .(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Scott Parker was reeling in the corner .(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Rose pulled out all stops to get the win.(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

Parker lifts Rose up like a rag doll .(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

The champ put the boots to Rose in the corner.(Photo Credit Brian Kelley)

IWAU Heavyweight Champ Scott Parker d. Christian Rose

Missouri Wrestling Revival to debut in Olney for IWAU Free show on Wednesdays.

Wrestling fans if you have not heard you can check out FREE shows in Olney Illinois with IWA Unlimited. The Doors open at 6:00 with the show starting at 7:00

Featuring Christian Rose, “Dynamite” Danny Cannon, Zebracakes (Scotty Hostass & Austin Advent), Scott “the Rookie” Parker, “Homicidal” Steven Davis, Donovan Cain, Damien Thorne, Markus Crane, Joey O’Riley, D.A. Morrison, Kentucky Buffet (“Original Recipe” Matt Cage & “Extra Crispy” Alex Castle), the “Fabulous One” Jason V, Canadian Kidd Tony Flood, Brandon Espinosa, Sean Chambers, Referee Switzer, the “Intimidator” Josh Totten, Jimmy Karryt, and Jay Spade.

I am going to school in St Louis for the next few weeks and hope to make my first look at this exciting promotion . I hope to see you there !!!

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531 S Whittle Ave, Olney IL, 62450

IWA U will have a paid show this weekend that you will not want to miss where Champion Christian Rose defends the title against Scott “The Rookie” Parker plus Alex Castle , Scotty Hostass, Donovan Cain and Joey O’Riley.