The move to MyNetworkTV has brought down viewership for "Smackdown," however, and will affect the revenue the show generates from ads for WWE. Show had been averaging a 2.5 rating this year on the CW.
But WWE execs aren't worried.
"It's not about where you start, it's where you end up," says Geof Rochester, executive VP of marketing. "We've seen this movie before. We've done this with other brands. This was week one. We're going to keep the pressure on this launch."...More?
source: variety.com
October 10, 2008
MyNetworkTV pins hopes on WWE
Jerry Lawler Tribute
Wrestlezone.com is reporting that a special event called "Celebrating 35 Years Of Wrestling - Jerry 'The King' Lawler Tribute" will be held at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds' Sports Arena in Nashville (formerly known as the TNA Asylum) on November 7th, 2008. Ringside tickets cost $15 and general admission is $10. Visit TennesseeStateFair.org for more info.
Another WWE Suspension
In accordance with its Talent Wellness Program, WWE® has suspended Nick Nemeth (Dolph Ziggler™) for 30 days for his first violation of the company’s policy.
October 9, 2008
Wrestling's bottom line is no soap opera
World Wrestling Entertainment is spreading the American wrestling phenomenon abroad and raking in international revenue, in one of various attempts to make the sport appeal to a wider audience...More?
source: ftd.de
Stone Cold Steve Austin shooting new movie
Insight Film announced action movie star and wrestling legend, Steve Austin is starring in the company’s latest action film, “Damage.” Directed by Jeff King (“Ruslan”, “Kill Switch”) and written by Frank Hannah (“Cooler”), Steve Austin takes on the role of John Brickner, a recently paroled ex con, forced into the illegal world of underground fights.
“Damage” is currently prepping in Vancouver, with principal photography set for October 17th. Kirk Shaw (Insight Film Studios) and Jack and Joe Nasser (Nasser Entertainment Group) will produce, with Insight Film Releasing handling the World Wide Distribution.
President of Insight Film Releasing, Tim Brown, “Insight is extremely excited to be joining with Steve Austin to bring “Damage” to the screen. With edge of the seat excitement, thrilling fight sequences and minute to minute on screen action, “Damage” is the ideal showcase to highlight Steve Austin’s fighting style.”
Former WWE pro wrestler Bobby Lashley joins ATT
Former WWE pro wrestler Bobby Lashley has joined the American Top Team.
Lashley, 32, carries with him a strong base in amateur wrestling. The Kansas-born big man won three national amateur wrestling championships while attending Missouri Valley College from 1995-1998. He is also a former National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) wrestling champion.
Lashley joins a camp that includes UFC competitors Thiago Alves, Thiago Silva, Wilson Gouveia, Cole Miller and Ben Saunders. Lashley signed in June to compete for the upstart American Fight League.
source: mmafighting.com
WWE stock takes major hit
WWE's stock fell to a new 52-week low today hitting $12.80 per share. The stock closed today at $13.00.
Mordetzky Mastering indy wrestling
As a diehard "little warrior" Chris Mordetzky was influenced enough to dream of one day being a wrestler himself. He succeeded, as Chris Masters in the WWE. You would think the chance to work a show with his childhood hero would be a dream come true. Think again.
"Man if you wanted to turn this into a shoot, I will shoot on the Warrior for you. He is from this day forward the Ultimate Asshole." Mordetzky told SLAM! Wrestling...More?
source: slam.canoe.ca
Oderint Dum Metuant: Let Them Hate As Long As They Fear
