WWE NXT Results: Left in the Dust

Week Nine results:

NXT Rookie Diva Challenge: Kaitlyn won the Arm Wrestling Contest
A.J. def. Nikki Bella
NXT Rookie Diva Challenge: A.J. won WWE High School Photo Challenge
Naomi def. Aksana

NXT Rookie Diva Records:

A.J.: Challenge wins: 1, Win/Loss record: 4-2
Aksana: Challenge wins: 0, Win/Loss record: 1-4
Kaitlyn: Challenge wins: 1, Win/Loss record: 1-2
Naomi: Challenge wins: 0, Win/Loss record: 4-2

Photos: Jean Paul Levesque

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WWE Studios Direct to DVD Strategy Paying Off

Press Release: WWE Tribute to the Troops 2010

World Wrestling Entertainment®, in conjunction with NBC, will honor the United States Armed Forces with its third annual telecast of its holiday special, "WWE Tribute to the Troops." This year, top WWE Superstars and Divas will travel to Fort Hood, Texas to entertain the nearly 350,000 military personnel, family members, and civilians that make up the largest active duty armored post in the United States Armed Services. Thousands of men and women from Fort Hood have served in Iraq and Afghanistan. The hour-long special will air Saturday, December 18 (9-10 p.m. ET / 8-9 p.m. CT) on NBC.

"WWE Tribute to the Troops" will chronicle WWE Superstars and Divas visiting Fort Hood to meet with the troops and their families this holiday season, culminating with a special live in-ring performance in front of thousands of military personnel. In the grand tradition of Bob Hope, this year's show will feature appearances by The View's Sherri Shepherd and Miss USA, Rima Fakih, and performances by special musical guests and a comedian to be announced in the upcoming weeks.

In keeping with the spirit of "Tribute to the Troops" of bringing a little piece of Americana to our men and women overseas, WWE Chairman and CEO Vince McMahon along with WWE Superstars Kelly Kelly®, Big Show®, and Eve™ will also head to Afghanistan on a goodwill tour in early December. This tour will be highlighted on the special.

This trip marks the eighth consecutive year that WWE will bring its one of a kind entertainment to our service men and women to thank them for their commitment to the country and recognition of their sacrifices. "WWE Tribute to the Troops" has become a holiday tradition and is considered TV's most patriotic and heartwarming show of the year.

Linda McMahon Speaks On "Stand Up For WWE" Campaign, Her Future

It’s been over a week since Connecticut voters did what everyone expected them to do and made Richard Blumenthal their next Senator. But chances are, you’re probably wondering how soon we can get WWE CEO Linda McMahon back into a political race, such was her dynamism. Well, good news, everyone — this morning, McMahon takes to the Connecticut Post’s CT Elections blog so that she can be tellllling yoooou, she is not gooooooing:

“So I don’t regret any of that, at all,” McMahon said in a phone interview from her pad in Boca Raton, Fla. “I was making an investment to serve and I think that’s a really good thing. I think you have to go into any kind of endeavor knowing what your downside is when you get into it.”

While her $50 million did not translate to a victory, McMahon said it did buy her name recognition that she can parlay if she decides to run for office again.

“I do not think I would have to spend anywhere near that amount of money,” McMahon said. “No one knew who I was. I made an investment and I certainly would not have to do that again.”

What may be lost on McMahon — live from Boca Raton, Florida — is that the $50 million she was willing to spend on her own behalf was her biggest selling point with the state and national GOP. But nevermind: McMahon is giving another run some unspecific consideration:

“McMahon made it no secret that she is eyeing public office, though she wouldn’t specifically say which direction she will go.

“Sure. I’ll be moving forward this next year,” McMahon said. “I have a couple (of avenues) to pursue. You’ll have to stay tuned.”

Might this mean some sort of cage match with incumbent Senator Joe Lieberman, who would be up for re-election in 2012?

source: the huffington post

Interview with Serena Deeb

This Day in Wrestling History - The Montreal Screw Job

The "Montreal Screwjob" remains one of the most high-profile double-crosses in the history of the business and the first heavily publicized professional wrestling double-cross since Wendi Richter lost the WWF Women's Championship to a masked Fabulous Moolah following a money dispute on November 25, 1985...More?

"Vince McMahon didn't screw Bret Hart. Bret screwed Bret."

This Day in Wrestling History

Happy Birthday to Chris Jericho
November 9, 1970

The infamous "Montreal Screwjob" occurs as Vince McMahon, Shawn Michaels, Earl Hebner and others, screwed Bret Hart out of the WWF title. Bret Hart immediately spat in Vince McMahon's face and later knocked him out backstage with a punch.
November 9, 1997

Steve Austin defeated Owen Hart for the WWF(E) Intercontinental title.
November 9, 1997

WWF(E) filed suit against the Parents Television Council for harassment.
November 9, 2000

NECW Closing Its Doors After 10 Years

NECW Closing For Now - Words from Sheldon Goldberg

After 10 years of continuous operation, New England Championship Wrestling is closing its doors in its current form.

The company leaves behind a legacy of great talent, great moments and innovations that have altered the landscape of our industry.

While it's with great sadness that I am leaving New England Championship Wrestling behind for now, I am extremely proud of all we have done and the lives that have been touched and changed for the better by something we did as a company.

Most importantly, I want to thank you - our fans, our friends and our colleagues - for sharing with us in this decade long adventure called New England Championship Wrestling.

I can still be heard as host of the Mouthpiece Wrestling Show, Saturday nights at 10 PM EST on AM 1510 WWZN Boston, as well as the other stations along our network.

The NECW Television show will continue with original episodes through the end of the calendar year on Comcast On Demand and online. Our web site will continue to offer DVDs of some of the great action we've presented in the past and some new content in 2011.

Thank you for supporting New England Championship Wrestling. Please continue to follow our site for more information and exclusive features.

www.necwwrestling.com

Media Life Magazine on WWE and its Advertisers

The WWE's audience skews young and male, but another attractive thing about its audience is its diversity. It's very popular among Hispanics and Blacks, where it ranks among the top 20 on TV and draws a big audience at live events.

That makes those WWE events a good place for advertisers who want to reach young, diverse crowds.

Though advertisers have voiced concerns about raunchiness in the past, over recent years the entertainment company has made a conscious effort to keep its content PG to appease both parents and advertisers...More?

source: medialifemagazine.com

WWE Board Member Resigns

On November 5, 2010, Michael Solomon resigned as a member of the Company’s Board of Directors and its Audit and Compensation Committees.

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This Day in Wrestling History

Nick Bockwinkel defeated Verne Gagne for the AWA Heavyweight title.
November 8, 1975

Scott Hall defeated Bret Hart, Sid Vicious & Goldberg for the WCW US Heavyweight title.
November 8, 1999