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October 13, 2011
ESPN Examines Scott Hall’s Descent From Wrestling Superstar To Broken Man
Scott Hall’s struggles with alcoholism and drug addiction will be profiled on next Wednesday’s episode of E:60 on ESPN. A preview clip has been released featuring comments from Eric Bischoff.
The Wrestler – Scott Hall
At the height of professional wrestling in the 90′s, Scott Hall was adored by millions, his name chanted by loyal fans. Today, he has hit rock bottom. E:60 follows his descent from superstar to a broken man battling alcoholism and drug addiction, but still trying to hold onto the glory he once found in the ring.
Jeff Hardy Finishes his 10-Day Jail Sentence
TNA star Jeff Hardy has served his 10-day jail sentence following a plea agreement from his drug charges in September of 2009. Hardy started his sentence last Monday and tweeted today, "HailFreedom!"
Rumor Mill - Vince's Health & Recent RAW Script Details
According to The Wrestling Observer, Vince McMahon has been showing signs of his age recently that has had some people concerned. Recently McMahon was suffering from the flu and was not hiding it which in the past everyone knows if Vince is sick he doesn't show it or allow it to effect work.
It appears the October 3rd RAW that contained the superstars walking out was a last minute decision after six to eight scripts had been written and McMahon kept changing his mind. It seems even after the walkout angle was approved, many questioned it because of the problems it presented such as the next nights Smackdown tapings, live events and how to write for the next week. Arn Anderson is reported to be the agent/producer who suggested Jim Ross be the last person to walk out as he was brought back to commentary by Triple H.
This past weeks RAW on October 10th seemed to also featured a lack of knowledge as reported in the past the script was re-written last minute. It seemed the only thing that was a certain according to the report is that Vince McMahon would return and John Laurinaitis would replace Triple H as the authority figure for RAW.
This Day in Wrestling History
Professor Toru Tanaka defeats WWWF(WWE) World Champion Bruno Sammartino in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania when the match is stopped due to Sammartino's excessive bleeding. However, Tanaka was not awarded the title, since the champion was not pinned or forced to submit.
October 13, 1967
Harley Race defeated Gene Kiniski for the Missouri State Heavyweight title.
October 13, 1973
WWWF(WWE) World Champion Bruno Sammartino defends his title against Ivan Koloff, the man who ended his first title reign in 1971, at the building where the loss took place, Madison Square Garden in New York City. The match ended in a draw after a 20-minute brawl when the referee ruled that both men were bleeding too heavily to continue. A slew of wrestlers had to come out to separate the two. This was the first of three straight MSG shows headlined by the two, culminating a few months later in the first steel cage match ever held at Madison Square Garden.
October 13, 1975
NWA Heavyweight Wrestling title held up when Steve Corino was unable to continue against Shinya Hashimoto.
October 13, 2001
October 12, 2011
Ring of Honor Comes to Baltimore
Ring of Honor is excited to announce that in 2012, for the first time in almost 8 years, we will be making our return to the great state of Maryland! On Saturday night January 7, 2012, the greatest pound-for-pound professional wrestling on the planet comes to the Du Burns Arena in the heart of Baltimore, MD.
Check back right here at ROHWrestling.com for more details regarding the on-sale date, talent announcements, and matches as the information becomes available. One thing we can tell you for certain is not only will this be a live event, but it will be our first SBG TV Taping of 2012! So don’t miss out as ROH brings the best wrestling in the world to Maryland on 1/7/12!
Ring of Honor Wrestling
January 7, 2012
Du Burns Arena
1301 South Ellwood Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21224
www.rohwrestling.com
WWE Promotes Bully Prevention In Stamford and Abroad
World Wrestling Entertainment and The Creative Coalition are two of many companies within the Be a STAR (Show Tolerance and Respect) Alliance, founded in Apr. 2011, which will work against school bullying during October's National Bullying Prevention Month.
"WWE co-founded the Be a STAR program with the Creative Coalition," WWE Creative Executive VP Stephanie McMahon said. Besides Be a STAR, WWE's best known philanthropic effort may be its support of American troops, often doing shows overseas and providing free tickets in the U.S. for those currently serving.
The Creative Coalition is run by Robin Bronk and Tim Daly, formerly of "The Sopranos" and "Wings".
"We became more aware of the bullying problem in America and especially the world when we produced a film called 'That's What I Am', which had a message of tolerance and of anti-bullying," McMahon said. "We wanted to do something to make a difference."...More?
source: stamford patch
