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Post by Red Dragon on Jan 28, 2015 14:13:56 GMT -5
Be the Best Update
And it’s over, for the first time in SNW history there are no tiebreakers. We know all the Block winners. Here’s the run down:
BLOCK A
Jordan Devine [4]
Cody Rejero [3]
Daniel Sinn [3]
Matt Spade [2]
Summary: A crafty Devine held Rejero to a draw to take BLOCK A with four points. Cody and Sinn come second on three points. While Spade shockingly pinned the FUSE Champ to earn himself two points.
BLOCK B
Ace Bennett [6]
Jet Jaguar [2]
Matt Joseph [2]
Jason Williams [2]
Summary: Ace Bennett won BLOCK B unchallenged. Jason and Jaguar had a chance to take the block to a tiebreaker but both lost, so they come joint second alongside Matt Joseph.
BLOCK C
Jack Powers [5]
Safu [4]
Dave Demento [3]
Jack Joseph [0]
Summary: Despite going into the final nght with two wins out of two, Safu managed to miss out on becoming Block leader after a loss to Jack Powers. Powers advances, with Safu in second, Demento’s win over Joseph puts him second and Joseph last.
BLOCK D
Kevin Hart [6]Mike Bockwinkel [4]
Carson Clark [2]
LyNN [0]
Summary: Hart is only the second competitor to finish undefeated, he did so beating Mike Bockwinkel into second place. Clark picked up his only points with a final night win over LyNN, leaving the RevX man winless in last place. |
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Post by Ace Bennett on Jan 29, 2015 1:04:05 GMT -5
Props for keeping this up despite no replies. I've been reading, but was pretty lazy before (I'm sure you could've figured that out with my inconsistent posting of ISW). I'm honestly surprised to see Ace do so well in Be the Best this year, seems like he's been in a bit of a slump. I honestly don't think it will matter who comes out of this tournament, Shamrock will probably be champion for a good while, and rightfully so. He was built up so well. Nice to see Cantrell also pick up a win, even if it was just as a focus on a women's feud. It's great to see this still going, I remember signing up for it all that time ago, I believe it was Ace's first sign up.
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Post by Planet Charisma on Feb 4, 2015 16:35:41 GMT -5
Props to you for keeping this diary going, considering I remember it from my tenure here. I wanted to drop you a reply, especially since I know that you'll end up replying to my diary. A little hard for me to follow, especially after so long. But I like how you have standings in divisions that almost make it like "sports". But kudos to you for going strong for this long. Since I think this has been around for so long that the only other diary I maybe remember of yours was a Paul London one (if I'm not mistaken?).
Edit: Yup, I see that you replied to mine. Right on cue, haha.
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Post by Red Dragon on Feb 13, 2015 9:08:50 GMT -5
Alt: Pro – Tag Team Mayhem
The show opened with Alt:Pro owner Zachary Miller coming out to announce a tag title tournament. Four teams would battle it out then the winners will go onto the main event with the winning team becoming champions. Miller being a heel character picked Arthur Williams and Rory Wiseman to win the titles.
The first semi-final match pitted Miller’s picks to win against youngsters Tobias Black and Nate Ryan. The Brit’s isolated Ryan before he made the hot tag out. Black came in on fire, even hitting the flip piledriver. But the boys from Detroit fell after the Excalibur.
The second semi-final match had the Blaze Brothers facing Alt:Pro’s resident Mexicans, Pablo 'Speedy' Gonzalez and Antonio Benitez. This was a lively affair with some good spots. The Blaze bros won after the T-Bone Suplex/Corkscrew Moonsault Leg Drop.
In a six-man tag at the last Alt:Pro show talented youngster Dane Warron pinned DJ Hughes. This time they faced off one-pn-one. Warron is the one to watch in Alt:Pro, he is seriously impressive and continued with the rolling cutter he calls the DeathStrike.
Twisted Assassin continued his undefeated streak in Alt:Pro over Jake Swindell. The youngster tried to deal some damage to the masked man but Assassin dropped him on his head with the Assassin’s Fury.
Two pairs of rivals clashed in six man tag as the rivals of Everson / Crockett and Havok / CKJ were thrown on separate sides of the ring with the added addition of Matt and Big Bob respectively. The match was a bit strange but did well to continue both feuds. Matt got the win with the Double Underhook Powerbomb on CKJ.
Phenom battled Tom Felix and killed the former rapper. No content with a beating Phenom got himself DQ’ed for a chair shot. He beat down Felix further before calling out his rival Alexander Kuleshov. Other wrestlers came out to pull them apart.
Vincent Fury bounced back from not winning the World title by defeating Vincent Valintino. The highflyer put up a fight but a distraction from Johnny Arsenic allowed Fury to pick up the win with the Fury Strike.
For the first time the Alt:Pro World title was defended as A.J Matthews put his title on the line against Falcon. Falcon wasn’t much competition and it wasn’t that good of a match. AJ put Falcon away with the Fijiwara Armbar.
The final of the tournament was an excellent encounter to between the two best teams in Alt:Pro. The two teams have been rivals since the first show but this was their best match. It helped that this was put on last. All the finishers were teased or and a second T-Bone Suplex/Corkscrew Moonsault Leg Drop to give the Blaze Brothers the titles much to the annoyance of Zachary Miller who pouted at ringside.
Quick Results:
1) SEMI: Arthur Williams and Rory Wiseman def. Tobias Black and Nate Ryan
2) SEMI: Blaze Brothers def. Pablo 'Speedy' Gonzalez and Antonio Benitez
3) Dane Warron def. DJ Hughes
4) Twisted Assassin def. Jake Swindell
5) Matt, Patrick R. Everson and Kris Havok def. Ron Crockett, Christopher Kennedy Jones and Big Bob
6) Tom Felix def. Phenom
7) Vincent Fury w) Johnny Arsenic def. Vincent Valintino
8) WORLD: A.J Matthews def. Falcon (Defence 1)
9) FINAL: Blaze Brothers def. Arthur Williams and Rory Wiseman (New Champions)
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Post by Red Dragon on Feb 13, 2015 9:25:01 GMT -5
Lullaby to the Fallen
A tombola is set up in the ring for the Be the Best draw. “Knights of Cydonia” hits and World Champion Riley Shamrock comes out. He announced the Block winners, Devine, Bennett, Powers and Hart, who come out in turn. Riley spins the tombola and announces the match-ups for the iPPV:
BLOCK D Winner Kevin Hart vs. BLOCK C Winner Jack Powers
BLOCK B Winner Ace Bennett vs. BLOCK A Winner Jordan Devine
All the competitors square-up to one another and Shamrock watches on then “Children of the Revolution” hits. Chris Hammers walks out and gives his prediction on the matches, saying Powers and Devine will win but it won’t matter since Hammers is taking the title at the iPPV. Riley says he thinks Hart and Ace will advance then he suggested a match later on involving all six men. Everyone agrees, then leaves.
1) Joseph Brothers vs. Joseph Stone and Ken Slayer: This was a bit of a DUD. As soon as these two got going Cameron Stone and Baby J Jamerson attacked both teams. Stone dumped the Joseph’s out of the ring and then he beat down his son while Baby J beat up Slayer. Fans hated it, especially after a long opening segment.
2) Axel Parkland vs. Steven Kagemann: The first actual match of the night was a little lopsided. Axel is still green and that really shows when in a singles match. However, Kagemann is a pro and lead him through a good match. Thomas and Duke were at ringside but didn’t get involved. Kagemann hit the DeathDrive for the win.
FUSE Champion Daniel Sinn makes his way out and he talks about how the SNW officials have told him his next challenger is Matt Spade, since Spade beat Sinn in BtB qualifying. Sinn told Spade if he can beat him again he can have a title shot at the iPPV.
3) Daniel Sinn vs. Matt Spade: Sinn rushed into his match last time and got caught out. He was wary of this in the rematch. The two locked up and had some good exchanges. Then when they went to kick it into the next gear, Spade caught Sinn out with another quick roll up.
Sinn was livid but Spade made his exit. The challenger high fived a few fans on the way out and smiled while he posed with an imaginary FUSE Championship.
4) Dave Demento vs. Tom Gerard: Pretty plain match, Gerard tried to highfly while Demento brought him back down with his shoot style. Demento caught the Englishman with a spinning backfist which led to him hitting him with the F***tard.
Jason Williams made his way out and took a mic. He did the basic tactic of earning heat by slagging off the city where the event is held before moving onto Jet Jaguar. He said he would rid himself of Jaguar tonight. The lights went off and when they came back on Jag was behind Jason. Jag went for the headkick, Jason ducked and went for a low kick, Jag jumped out the way and kicked Jason to the outside. Jason swore revenge, saying he’ll see him later.
5) WOM: Beast Kong vs. Amy Lee vs. Taliah Winters vs. Red Fire: The title was on the line here but the focus was on Amy and Winters who have been feuding recently. They took each other out here leading to Kong dropping Fire with the Sitdown Powerbomb.
6) Duke Parkland vs. Bret Thomas: In the second of the two Duos Champions vs. challengers matches, Axel’s brother Duke took on the big powerful Thomas. Duke showed potential to be a good singles star here, playing a brilliant underdog to Thomas’ monstrous power. Despite this, Duke fell to the Fall.
Not content with the wins, Thomas and Kagemann beat down Duke. Axel entered and ended up being hit the with Ball and Chain. The Squad then posed with the belts before leaving the championships with the fallen champions.
7) Mike Bockwinkel vs. Travis Cantrell: Again, another one sided match which seems to be a common theme of tonight’s show. But in this one Cantrell didn’t stand a chance. Bock beat him pillar-to-post. Fans expected Nick Jacobs to show up but he didn’t. So Bock won with the Bockwinkel Special.
Nick Jacobs did show up but only after the bell, brawling with Bock before dumping him over the barricade. Jacobs went to follow but was hit with an eye rake which allowed Bock to exit.
Intermission. The final three matches were announced, Dave Demento came out at the break and lived up to his character. He made fun of everyone. Lots of fun interactions with the audience.
8) Mockingbird vs. Cody Rejero and El Hijo de Angel Custodio: Simple enough tag action to welcome the fans back from the break. Cody and El Hijo made a fun team, they worked well together but the MBirds were just better and got the win with a Frogsplash.
9) Jet Jaguar vs. Jason Williams: Jason attacked Jaguar before the bell and brawled around ringside before the match actually started. It was good to see two mid-carders battle it off so high up the card, this could easily have been chucked on the iPPV. The pace was fast but both men hit hard when needed. Jason missed a 630 and was caught by a head kick. Jag followed it up with a TTM for the win.
10) Riley Shamrock, Ace Bennett and Kevin Hart vs. Chris Hammers, Jordan Devine and Jack Powers: Big blockbuster main event pitting three Be the Best iPPV matches in one huge match. The World title competitors and the two Semi Final Be the Best tournament competitors. The match was a great back and forth match that topped off a good night’s action. There was some great spots including a tower of doom and Ace hitting a rana off the top onto everyone below. The finish had a great flurry of finishers, ending up with Hammers catching out the World Champ yet again with a Lariat.
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Post by Red Dragon on Feb 13, 2015 9:40:05 GMT -5
Be the Best 2016
Live from the Nutter Center in Dayton, OH only on SNW Player
 
SNW World Championship
Riley Shamrock vs. Chris Hammers
This is the big one. Riley Shamrock is closing in on one year as champion. It’s been a successful reign with the ‘Young Gun’ learning and improving whist holding off all comers. His only problem has been an old rival. Riley previously served under Hammers in Revolution X. Riley later left RevX and battled against his old leader. However, Riley never beat Hammers one-on-one. Riley put aside his battle with Hammers and RevX to find singles success. He quickly rose up the ladder and won the World title last July. But Hammers has re-emerged as a problem. Recently, Hammers has had Riley’s number in every type of situation. Can Riley finally overcome his old leader? Or will Hammers become a three-time World Champ?
 
 
Be the Best Semi Finals
Kevin Hart vs. Jack Powers
Ace Bennett vs. Jordan Devine
First there was 16, now there’s only 4. There will be two semi-finals with the winners facing off later on in the evening. The winner of Be the Best 2015 will not only get a shiny gold trophy but also a title shot for the SNW World Championship for SNW’s biggest event of the year, Riot Act IX.
   
SNW Duos Championships
Parkland Bros (Duke and Axel Parkland) vs. Fatality Squad (Bret Thomas and Steven Kagemann)
At Clash of the Duos, the Fatality Squad were looking to become the first ever three time Clash of the Duos winners. However, the Parklands scored shock win after shock win, managed to get to the finals and ended the record breaking reign of Kagemann and Thomas. Now can lightening strike twice?
 
The Gentlemen’s Club Explode
Mike Bockwinkel vs. Nick Jacobs
Before the Fatality Squad’s record breaking reign, Bockwinkel and Jacobs were the Gentlemen’s Club. They were formerly the longest reigning Duos Champions in SNW. But then Bock got Nick kicked out of SNW. Years later, Nick returned. Now the match we’ve been waiting for, the Gentlemen’s Club clash.
 
SNW FUSE Championship
Daniel Sinn vs. Matt Spade
“Team Bennett’s” Matt Spade was the only man to score a win over Daniel Sinn in Be the Best Qualifying. He managed to repeat the feat with a win at the last show. Can Spade win his first singles title in Eight years.
 
Women Rivals
Amy Lee vs. Taliah Winters
Taliah Winters has made an impression since debuting on the main roster. And has caught the eye of the first Women’s Champion Amy Lee. Can Amy put down the talented youngster?
Clash of the Stones
Cameron Stone and Baby J Jamerson vs. Joseph Stone and Ken Slayer
Six-Man Tag Action
AirDevils (Carson Clark, Tom Gerard and Travis Cantrell) vs. Dave Demento and Mockingbird (Dean Caufield and Elliot Reid)
Countdown to BtB
Be the Best iPPV pre-show
‘Fans Choice’ rematch
Jet Jaguar vs. Jason Williams
SNW Women’s Championship
Beast Kong vs. Kourtney Love vs. Red Fire
Revolution X (Safu and LyNN) vs. Joseph Brothers (Jack and Matt Joseph)
Cody Rejero vs. Cain Jackal
El Hijo de Angel Custodio vs. Jacob Ryler |
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Post by Red Dragon on Feb 25, 2015 12:39:25 GMT -5
Countdown to BtB
Be the Best iPPV pre-show
Drew Parkland was hosting the pre-show and was joined by Cameron Stone and Petey the Pirate. Drew introduced his guests and run down the main card.
1) El Hijo de Angel Custodio vs. Jacob Ryler: A fun opener which pitted the tag team partners against each other. El Hijo hit the regular lucha spots and Ryler battled well against him. Ryler got crotched on the top rope and El Hijo hit the spectacular Spanish Fly for the win.
Afterwards, El Hijo and Ryler shook hands. Ryler then joined Drew Parkland and the pre-show panel.
2) Cody Rejero vs. Cain Jackal: This was a decent match as Cody had to deal with the little powerhouse of Cain Jackal. Rejero played the underdog and managed to dodge the Spear and use his Doctor Who jacket to roll up Jackal for the win.
The pre-show panel gave their predictions on the Duos titles match. Cam went with the Squad saying the Parkland’s win was a fluke much to the annoyance of their father Drew, Ryler went with the Parklands saying they got heart and desire and Petey said the Squad would make the better pirates.
3) Revolution X vs. Joseph Brothers: Again another good match but neither team went all out because it was just the pre-show. Safu and LyNN isolated Matt from tagging out to his brother. The hot tag was made and Jack came in flying. The Joseph’s lead was short lived as they were put away with the Samoan Drop/Neckbreaker combo.
The panel were back, this time predicting the World title bout. Cam said Riley is a young guy who he has seen in training and he really wants to win this one and will. Ryler went with Hammers, saying he has Riley’s number and is determined to win the belt for a third time. Petey went with Riley saying he would be the one he’d pick to be on his pirate ship because Hammers would cause a mutiny.
4) WOM: Beast Kong vs. Kourtney Love vs. Red Fire: Three-way women’s action and the first time a title was on the line in the pre-show. Fire and Love battled well but Kong was dominant, Fire and Love tried to double team the champ but it didn’t work. Love got thrown off the top to the floor and Kong hit the Kong Bomb for the win.
The panel then gave their views on the Be the Best tournament. Cam went for Jack Powers saying he has shown he has what it takes to be the tog dog and he’ll do it again. Ryler went for Ace Bennett explaining that he’s the best in the business. Petey predicted a Devine win saying he’ll finally step out of Hammers’ shadow and become captain.
5) Jet Jaguar vs. Jason Williams: These two had a top quality bout on the last show and they repeated it here. Lots of high flying and hard kicks. Jason hit a corkscrew Asai Moonsault for a highlight of the match. Jason actually hit the 630 this time round but Jag got his foot on the rope. Jason then went for the Physcho Driver but got hit with a head kick and Jag followed it up with the TTM,
Be the Best 2016
Live from the Nutter Center in Dayton, OH only on SNW Player
A video package opened the show, showing highlights from the BtB tournament. Then it showed some history behind Hammers versus Riley.
1) BtB Semi: Kevin Hart vs. Jack Powers: A good technical bout to start, both men went all out from the bell which made for an interesting contest. They wrestled all about the ring but the turning point was Powers suplexing Hart into the corner which damaged Hart’s knee. Despite the injury, Hart won with the Sharpshooter but looked hurt afterwards.
As per usual at this time in the night we saw the World champion and challenger arrive. Hammers arrived with RevX in a four-by-four while Riley turned up in a silver Audi.
2) BtB Semi: Ace Bennett vs. Jordan Devine: The great action continued with the second and final semi-final. This match was longer and worked less like a sprint. Both men were hesitant to lock up to begin with then when they did they put on a good contest. Ace hit a brainbuster on the apron but missed the follow up suicide dive. Devine then dumped Ace into the crowd and attempted a countout win but Ace got back in at 19. Both men worked over each other’s injuries, Ace's shoulder and Devine’s neck. This led to the finish, Ace missed the Syracuse Drop landing on his shoulder allowing Devine hit the Last Minute Orders and the Devinity for the win.
Joseph Stone and Ken Slayer were backstage cutting a promo on their opponents Baby J and Joseph’s dad Cameron. They run down what happened to them so far in the feud.
3) Cameron Stone and Baby J Jamerson vs. Joseph Stone and Ken Slayer: This never officially started, in TCW style Joseph Stone turned on Ken and sided with his father and Baby J. The trio beat down Slayer and then posed together. Fans boo’ed this segment, it was such a let down from the great openers.
Mockingbird were backstage, they acted cockily, bragging about their achievements. Then their partner for tonight Dave Demento walked in. Mockingbird were rude to him so Demento verbally abused them, calling them Burt and Earnie. Then walked out.
4) Amy Lee vs. Taliah Winters: These two were tasked with picking up a crowd who were hot then disappointed. They had to work hard but they earned the crowd’s respect, especially Taliah who has shown in this program with Amy that she is a future Women’s Champ. Winters couldn’t get the Cloverleaf locked in which was her downfall as Amy hit the Downward Spiral to retain her pride.
Nick Jacobs was backstage, he cut a very good promo about how everything has led to this. Getting revenge on the man who got him kicked out of SNW. He talked about his time away from SNW saying he was in a dark place and tonight he will introduce Bock to it.
5) AirDevils vs. Dave Demento and Mockingbird: All three AirDevils Clark, Gerard and Cantrell were in action against the mix-match team of Demento, Caufield and Reid. Demento seemed nonplussed about teaming up with the MBirds while the Devils obviously got along just fine. Despite their differences, Demento managed to work with his partners and isolate Gerrard from tagging out. But the Englishman eventually got the double hot tag sending Clark and Cantrell flying in. Clark and Gerrard then hit stereo moonsaults from the top rope to the floor. Cantrell then hit the SSP in the ring to get the win.
The Parkland’s siblings were backstage, they cut a jokey promo similar to that of the Briscoe Brothers. They’re just trailer trash boys who won gold.
6) Mike Bockwinkel vs. Nick Jacobs: Like the earlier match with the Stones, this never got started. Bock attacked Jacobs during his entrance with a crowbar. Bock carried on the beating until staff came out to stop him. Bock then went back to Jacobs and hit a piledriver on the metal ramp. Jacobs had the full stretcher job.
The Fatality Squad were backstage cutting a promo. Thomas did all the talking while Kagemann sat brooding in the background. Thomas said the Parkland’s win was a fluke and the dreams over tonight.
7) FUSE: Daniel Sinn vs. Matt Spade: The story of this match was that when these two met recently Spade has had Sinn’s number on both occasions, catching him with a quick pin. Sinn scouted this and tried to slow the pace in any way possible. Spade went for the quick pins but Sinn always kicked out or reversed into his own pin. Sinn lifted Spade in a Crucifix on the outside and went to drive him into the turnpost but Spade slipped out and Sinn went headfirst into the steel. Back in the ring Spade nearly got the win with a running knee. Spade then went for a back-to-back roll up but Sinn countered into a Crucifix lift and hit the Original Sinn to retain.
Intermission. The AirDevils were out at the break, they’re always a fan favourite both inside and outside the ring.
8) DUOS: Parkland Bros vs. Fatality Squad: The great night of action continued after the break with the Duos title match and rematch of the finals of the 2016 CoD. The Parkland’s showed more fight than last time these two met and the brothers worked over Kagemann early on. Only for Thomas to illegally come in and beat down both men. Kagemann then tagged out and from there the Squad controlled the match, they wore down Duke. Duke fought back and eventually got the hot tag after a Tornado DDT/ head kick. Axel came in and took down both men. Then the Parkland’s went for dives: Axel tried for a Suicide Dive only to be met with a german suplex/monkey flip style counter from Kagemann, while Duke dived over the top onto Thomas who caught him and dumped him into the crowd. The Squad then went for the win with the Ball and Chain but Duke recovered holding Kagemann’s leg allowing Axel to hit a dropkick counter to the pop up powerbomb and send Thomas into Kagemann crotching him on the ropes. The Parklands then shoved Kagemann onto Thomas’ shoulders and hit a doomsday device using Kagemann’s own partner. Axel knelt behind Thomas to take him off his feet, then Axel took Thomas to the outside with a crossbody. This allowed Duke to lock in the Confederacy Choke on Kagemann in the middle of the ring. With nowhere to go, Kagemann had to tap, the Parkland’s retained.
We were taken backstage to interviews with Kevin Hart and Jordan Devine. They both said it was their year to win Be the Best and go onto win the SNW World Title.
9) BtB Final: Kevin Hart vs. Jordan Devine: This match was heavily effected from the Semi-finals earlier. Both men came into his match with injuries: Hart’s knee and Devine’s neck and both came into play in this one. The match started evenly before Hart went for a lift and his leg buckled. Devine then took advantage working over the leg but Hart refused to give in. Hart then fought back with a Superkick to send both men down. On the apron Hart hit a Air Raid Crash which really did the damage to Devine’s neck. Back in the ring Hart somehow hit the 450 Splash for a close count. But his Sharpshooter was just too weak and Devine reversed it into a Figure-Four. Devine then went for the Last Minute Orders only for Hart to reverse it into a DDT. The two battled off once again with Hart rolling up a small package and then going for the Maple Leaf Revenge but Hart’s leg gave way. Devine then hit the Devinity and then locked in the Figure Four. With the injured leg, Hart had to tap.
Devine celebrated winning the 2016 Be the Best. He now is guaranteed a SNW World title match at Riot Act IX.
A long video packaged aired of the history between Riley and Hammers, Starting with Hammer’s first winning the belt back in 2008 and picking up where Hammers brought Riley into Revolution X. The package also showed how Riley has never beaten Hammers. There were comments from both men, Hammers saying Riley can’t beat him. Riley said he knows this will be his toughest challenge yet but he knows he can beat him.
10) SNW: Riley Shamrock vs. Chris Hammers: What a match, MOTN and a MOTYC. Fans were fully behind Riley, he never gets the loudest pops when he enters but at the end of the match everyone is cheering. There was so much bad blood between these two that they started by just knocking chunks out of one another. Hammers’ has always been one of the best brawlers in SNW but he met his match with Riley whose low kicks caught Hammers hard. Riley caught one of Hammer’s strikes and converted it perfectly into an armbar. Hammers got out of it but mounting the ‘Young Gun’ and striking him till he let go. Hammers took control but Riley managed to turn the tides with the Mui Tai Knees. The “Irish Doomsday” Hammers countered with a Spinebuster takedown and more strikes. Riley rolled to the apron and caught an advancing Hammers with a head kick. He then hit the Mui Tai Knees through the ropes but had to stop before the count of 5. This brief pause allowed Hammers to hit a Lariat and Riley hit a sick bump on the ring apron before falling to the floor. Despite the bump, Riley fought back, throwing Hammers into the crowd then using a chair to springboard over the barricade with an AJ Styles type flying fist. Riley got the RevX leader back in the ring and went for the Springboard Dropkick only to be hit with a Lariat for a close count. Hammers called for the end and went for the Last Minute Order only for Riley to counter with a headlock with his legs around Hammer’s waist. Riley then converted it into a modified Kimura lock. Hammers struggled in the hold before powering to his feet and smashing Riley on the floor. The two men lay exhausted but got up before the 20 count. The two then squared off in the typical SNW style with the crowd yaying and booing each strike. Hammers went to finish this strike fest with a Lariat but it was easily blocked since Riley had worked over the arm all match. Riley then hit the Irish Welcoming II for a close count. The champ looked in full control of Hammers as he hit the triple German suplexes ala Henry Edwards. The Irish Welcoming was next but Hammers rolled off the shoulders and hit a Lariat. Hammers lifted Riley and hit the Last Minute Orders but Riley powered out of the pin count. Hammers lifted Riley again and hit another LMO which this time kept Riley down for the count!
The fans were shocked into almost silence. Hammers had become the 14th SNW World Champion and in doing so he becomes a three time SNW World Champ. Hammers ends Riley’s 10 month reign and continues his winning ways over Riley, as Riley remains winless over Hammers. Riley was being checked on by the referee and a stretcher was brought to ringside. After, Riley was taken to the back RevX came out to celebrate with their leader, Safu and LyNN lifting the new champ onto their shoulders. |
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Post by Red Dragon on Mar 2, 2015 8:40:16 GMT -5
Alt:Pro - Light ‘Em UpFour-way action opened the show as Vincent Valintino defeated Mexican Antonio Benitez and youngsters Tobias Black and Nate Ryan in a fun energetic opener. Patrick R. Everson ran though Pablo 'Speedy' Gonzalez in relative ease. The youngest member of the roster didn’t stand much of a chance against the ‘Ultimate Jock’. Everson seems hell bent on facing Crockett in another encounter. Is there any stopping Twisted Assassin? It doesn’t seem so, his victim was DJ Hughes, Who ate all the usual Assassin offence like the rope walk and the Yakuza kick. The fans still love Assassin who put his opponent away with the Assassin’s Fury. ‘Gentleman’ Arthur Williams put on a good technical bout against youngster Jake Swindell. The match ended on a sour note after a distraction from Arthur’s tag partner, Rory Wiseman allowed the Englishman to roll Swindell up for the win. From England to Russia, Alexander Kuleshov had his first match in Alt-Pro against jobber Tom Felix. The towering Russian toyed with Felix before Phenom got payback on Kuleshov by attacking him causing a DQ. The two brawled into the crowd and to backstage. An excellent technical encounter followed as the self-proclaimed ‘Submission Specialist’ Ron Crockett took on promising youngster Dane Warron. Warron is a future star, he’s putting on the best matches of the show and is still in his teens. Warron put up one hell of a fight but fell to Crockett’s German suplex hold. Alt:Pro owner Zachary Miller came out to talk about the tag titles. He said he chose Williams and Wiseman as his picks to win titles at the tournament but was wrong. He then brought out Falcon and Robert the Bodyguard and announced they would be challenging for the titles now. The tag titles were defended for the first time in Alt:Pro as the Blaze Brothers defended against Falcon and Robert the Bodyguard. Miller stayed at ringside to support his team but they were pretty sucky. The Blaze’s won after the T-Bone Suplex/Corkscrew Moonsault Leg Drop. Miller was pissed. In the semi-main event rivals Kris Havok and Christopher Kennedy Jones faced off. They probably shouldn’t be so high up the card and they were given too much time. Fans turned against them especially when it ended in a double countout. They tried brawling in the crowd to get the crowd back into it but it’s such a Alt:Pro cliché. The main event saw Arsenic and Fury re-team as the Fire and the Fury taking on the two biggest faces in the company, A.J Matthews and Matt. This won the crowd back round after two bad matches and was the second best match on the show (after Crockett/Warron). The former SNW Duos Champions beatdown Matt before the World Champ received the hot tag and cleaned house. But Matt and AJ had some miscommunication which led to Arsenic pinning AJ.
Quick Results:
1) Vincent Valintino def. Antonio Benitez, Tobias Black and Nate Ryan
2) Patrick R. Everson def. Pablo 'Speedy' Gonzalez
3) Twisted Assassin def. DJ Hughes
4) Arthur Williams w) Rory Wiseman def. Jake Swindell
5) Alexander Kuleshov def. Tom Felix
6) Ron Crockett def. Dane Warron
7) TAG: Blaze Brothers def. Falcon and Robert the Bodyguard (Defence 1)
8) Christopher Kennedy Jones def. Kris Havok
9) The Fire and the Fury def. A.J Matthews and Matt
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Post by Red Dragon on Mar 2, 2015 8:52:48 GMT -5
Shocker
The show opened with the championship celebration of the new SNW World Champion, Chris Hammers. Hammers arrived with Safu, LyNN and Amy Lee. But was interrupted by his own music. It was stablemate Jordan Devine. Devine told Hammers that that as the 2016 Be the Best winner he will be challenging for the title at Riot Act IX. Hammers accepted this and they shook hands. Amy Lee then interrupted saying the two have a chance to win the Duos titles tonight, so they can edge closer to achieving their goal of holding all three male titles in SNW.
1) Fatality Squad vs. Joseph Brothers: Hot opener to welcome in the fans after the opening segment. Fans were very vocal but were kind of wondering what this match was for, as both teams have no current storylines. Despite their highflying the Joseph brothers bad luck continued after they fell to the Ball and Chain.
Thomas got on the mic post match and cut a promo saying that they may have been beaten twice but they were the longest reigning champions for a reason. Fans started hating this because they thought it was setting up the Squad challenging for the titles for a third time. Thomas was cut off at “and another thing...” by the return of Zakk Static and his regular tag partner Cain Jackal. Knife Fight marched down to the ring and cleared it of the Squad. These two teams were meant to meet 10 months ago, now it looks to be finally happening. Fans were hot for the Knife Fight re-union.
2) Baby J Jamerson vs. Ken Slayer: Basic match, a let down after the hot opener. The fans are very harsh on Slayer who is still very young. Slayer came close on various occasions, he looked the better man. Joseph Stone was at ringside and caused a DQ by attacking Slayer after the son of the legend hit the legend hit a Sling Blade.
Joseph Stone and Baby J beat down Slayer post match until El Hijo de Angel Custodio ran down for the save. Fans chanted “Let them finish” as they just wanted the heels to beat up Slayer, very harsh.
Safu and LyNN made their entrance to “Children of the Revolution”, then it was time for Your Mom to appear. Keeping with his current gimmick, Cody entered to the Doctor Who theme in a jacket similar to that of worn of Peter Capaldi. But his tag partner refused to come out from the back. Cody eventually pulled him which revealed Baz was dressed as Dr Who’s companion Clara Oswold.
3) Revolution X vs. Your Mom: Safu and LyNN battled against Cody Rejero and his semi-regular partner Baz Hepburn. Although this was a decent enough match, it was just a filler that served no purpose. Fans loved Cody and Baz but the cheers wasn’t enough. A Samoan Drop/neckbreaker gave the RevX team the win.
4) Taliah Winters vs. Rose Parkland: Winters has impressed since debuting on the main roster and continued to do so against Rose. Drew Parkland’s daughter put up a good fight and has improved a lot since she first stepped in the ring but she is still only decent. Winters won with the Cloverleaf.
5) Jet Jaguar vs. Jason Williams: This was the third meeting between these two and the last two matches have been surprise classics. Sadly the previous matches were given more time, so this was a lesser match. The match still had good spots and a new story where Jason was on top form not wanting to lose a third match to the masked warrior. But he did, once again with the TTM.
Jaguar celebrated post match but was attacked by Jack Powers. Powers locked him in the Choke Out until Jaguar passed out. Loud boo's for Powers and chants of "F*** you Powers"
6) Beast Kong and Red Fire vs. Amy Lee and Kourtney Love: Decent tag female tag match. The champion Kong looked dominant as always but she was caught out when she went to Kong Bomb Love and Amy hit a diving sunset flip to pin the champion!
7) Mike Bockwinkel, Daniel Sinn and Dave Demento vs. Nick Jacobs, Kevin Hart and Carson Clark: Fun but random tag match, the only feud in this match was Bock/Jacobs but they were kept away from each other. Despite its random participants this was a very good match to lead into intermission. The heels are the best heels to draw heat from a crowd while the faces especially Clark wowed the crowd. Clark hit a dive to take out everyone leaving Sinn and Hart in the ring. Hart rolls out of the Crucifix hold and rolls the FUSE Champ up. Sinn kicks out but eats a Superkick and a Maple Leaf Revenge to give the faces the win.
Intermission. Although the card has been good, it has only been good, no better. It is to be expected with this being the build-up show to Riot Act.
8) AirDevils vs. Mockingbird vs. Team Bennett: Three corner tag match to welcome the fans back from the break and the perfect match to awaken a crowd who had been let down from the first half. They are three of the top teams in all of wrestling today and this was heavily hinted to be for the no.1 contendership to the Duos titles. Lots of crazy spots to end the bout. Ace put the full stop on the match with the Syracuse Drop which as ever got a mega pop.
9) DUOS: Parkland Bros vs Revolution X: The Parkland bros were put to the test here against the resolute RevX team of World Champ Hammers and his challenger Devine. Although they will be against one another at Riot Act, there was no tensions between Hammers and Devine. The RevX team beat down the Parklands from the get go. The Parkand’s played fantastic underdogs as they battled back into this one against a very physical side. Axel in particular took a nasty bump off a Lariat. Late in the match, another Lariat changed the match. Hammers went to hit it on Duke but he ducked and Hammers hit Devine. A dropkick sent the World Champ to the floor and Devine was hit with a KFC for the champs to retain.
The Duos champions made a quick escape. But then action flared up in the ring as Devine pushed Hammers. They looked like they would come to blows when “Knights of Cydonia” played and the former World Champion Riley Shamrock made his entrance with a mic in hand. He stood on the ramp and dropped a bombshell. He’s using his rematch clause up at Riot Act IX to make the World title match a three-way. |
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Post by Ace Bennett on Mar 2, 2015 12:16:07 GMT -5
And this is why I would never be able to properly mod this board. I can't even reply to the only diary that I read on a constant basis.  Anyways, another great batch of shows man. Sucked to see Ace fall in the semis, but it seems you've got him as more of a stepping stone type guy right now with the Team Bennett stuff. Really not a fan of Shamrock dropping the belt to Hammers, literally the last person on the roster that needs it at this point and it kinda felt like just a way to send a shock for the sake of sending a shock, but I will be open minded about it and see what you do with it. Not sure about Jord winning if I'm being honest, but it does set up a nice RevX feud. Would've preferred Hart I think to have a more conventional feud first and maybe build up the Devine/Hammers stuff a bit more. Nice to see Team Bennett in the tag feud, but as I said I've been seeing Ace as a stepping stone type guy. It's probably going to be a great match used to establish the Parkland Bros as legitimate tag team champions, though it would be nice to have Ace as champion again. As always, great work. |
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Post by Red Dragon on Mar 11, 2015 12:47:38 GMT -5
Riot Act IX
SNW World Championship Contract Signing
SNW posted a video on YouTube of the three competitors for the SNW World Championship signing the championship contract in Maple Leaf Gardens:
The video opens with a shot of the Maple Leaf Gardens, the venue for Riot Act IX. Then we enter into an executive box where commentator James Simmons and with part owner Red Dragon are standing behind a long table. On one side of the table is SNW World Champion Chris Hammers and Jordan Devine. On the other side of the table is Riley Shamrock.
Simmons welcomed us to the exclusive video and introduced the men in the room. Dragon then read out the rules of the match which were all the normal rules with nothing to note aside from a 60 minute time limit being set. Then the competitors were asked to sign, as they did they each spoke.
Hammers: Before I sign I want to say something. Riley, I brought you into Revolution X. I made you who you are. Without me you’d be nothing. I don’t know who you think you are interrupting this match between Devine and I. You have never beaten me Riley. I proved that in Ohio and will prove that again at Riot Act. And Jord, we go way back. You’re a friend and a brother. It will be an honour to face you. But take these words as a warning. If you slip up and let Riley beat you, giving him my title. You’re out.
Hammers then signed the contract and put the title back over his shoulder. Both Devine and Riley looked a little shocked over Hammers warning to Devine. Next up was the former champion using up his rematch clause.
Shamrock: Ham(mers) you can talk all you like about “making” me but saying it more doesn’t make it the truth. I admit, you taking me into RevX was a huge. But it wasn’t what made me who I was. What made me was fighting against you. RevX was a step in my career. Just like being champion was until recently. But I got a next step, that’s beating you Hammers. I’ve always set goals and I’ve always overcome them. Riot Act will be like all the others. Jord, you being involved just makes this revenge even sweeter. It means I can take out two birds with one stone.
Riley signed the contract. Then the 2016 Be the Best Winner spoke.
Devine: Riley, oh Riley. So young and so naive. Hammers beat you once but you’re just too dull to realise when you’re beat. Maybe it’s that head injury. Yeah, you didn’t look so good when Hammers dumped you on your head did you? You had to cancel a few bookings didn’t you? You’re going into this match at not 100%. You’re a fool and you’re going to get yourself killed. You’ve stick your nose where it doesn’t belong. Chris (Hammers), I have nothing but respect for you. But as you know I’ve always wanted that title. This is my opportunity to win it. You’re not going to stand in my way. Ham(mers) you say that you worry about me letting you down. I will do better than that and beat you to win that title.
Devine signed the contract. Riley took exception to Devine's comments and squared up to him. Hammers then poked himself in between them as Red Dragon and Simmons tried to calm down the situation. |
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Post by Red Dragon on Mar 11, 2015 12:48:19 GMT -5
Riot Act IX
Live from Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto, Canada only on SNW Player
SNW World Championship:
Chris Hammers vs. Jordan Devine vs. Riley Shamrock
Hammers enters into the match as champion having recently beaten Riley Shamrock for the belt. Devine became No.1 Contender by winning Be the Best. But just as we expected a one-on-one bout between the RevX Leader and his second in command, the former champion Riley announced he was using his rematch clause. Now we have a three way, with plenty of history as Riley was previously in RevX serving under both Hammers and Devine. Who will come out on top in this blockbuster main event?
SNW Duos Championships:
Parkland Bros (Duke and Axel Parkland) vs. Team Bennett (Ace Bennett and Matt Spade)
The young Parkland Bros shocked everyone by winning the 2016 Clash of the Duos. Now they face one of the best teams around. Bennett and Spade constantly put on matches of the night in SNW but can they win the Duos titles?
SNW FUSE Championship:
Daniel Sinn vs. Kevin Hart
In his native Canada, can the second ever Triple Crown Champ capture the FUSE title for a second time? Standing in his way is the “Widdowmaker” who hopes to upset the crowd and retain the belt.
No Rules:
Mike Bockwinkel vs. Nick Jacobs
These old rivals will clash in a match made for blood rivals. The Gentlemen’s Club explodes within the confines of a bout that has no rules. Will it be Bock or Jacobs leaving Toronto with the win?
 
The Match You’ve Been Waiting For:
Fatality Squad (Bret Thomas and Steven Kagemann) vs. Knife Fight (Zakk Static and Cain Jackal)
10 months ago, the Squad were Duos Champions and were set to take on Knife Fight but an unfortunate injury to Zakk caused the match to be cancelled. Now Kagemann will finally ace his former protégées.
SNW Women’s Championship:
Beast Kong vs. Amy Lee
Beast Kong has been a dominant champion so far, taking on every challenger thrown in her way. The first ever champion will get another chance, can she end Kong’s reign.
The First Ever Warfare+
Cody Rejero vs. Jason Williams vs. Carson Clark vs. Safu vs. LyNN vs. Dave Demento
For the first time in years, Warfare isn’t apart of Riot Act. So SNW has a new concept, Warfare+. Six men enter the steel cage and only one will exit.
Revenge:
Joseph Stone and Baby J Jamerson vs. Ken Slayer and El Hijo de Angel Custodio
The son of Cameron Stone turned his back on the son of Ken Slayer and has now sided with the former protégée of Mike Bockwinkel, confused? There's also an added Mexican.
Inter-promotional Tag Action:
Mockingbird (Dean Caufield and Elliot Reid) vs. Matthew Anderson Racing Club (Chase Bryant and Kevin Craig) [TCW] vs. Jamerson Brothers (Nick and Kieran Jamerson) [ISW]
Replicating the main event, there will be a three way. The twist being it will be a three way tag match. The other twist being that there will be a team representing TCW and another representing ISW.
Young Blood vs. Old Guard:
Jet Jaguar vs. Jack Powers
The former SNW World Champion, Jack Powers attacked youngster Jet Jaguar at the last event. Many see a bright future for Jet Jaguar. Knocking off Powers would be a massive achievement.
Countdown to the Riot
Pre-show to Riot Act IX
(Featuring talent from ISW)
ISW Television Championship
Brydan Stylix [ISW] vs. Samir Yusuf [ISW]
ISW invades SNW! For the first time in SNW, the ISW Television title is on the line as the cocky young Brydan Stylix takes on ISW's Turkish competitor Samir Yusef. It's a big match that you won't want to miss, so order Riot Act IX now and get the Pre-show free!
AirDevils (Tom Gerard and Travis Cantrell) vs. Joseph Brothers (Jack and Matt Joseph)
Rose Parkland vs. Red Fire
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Post by Red Dragon on Mar 16, 2015 16:07:00 GMT -5
2016 Awards CeremonyThe awards ceremony this year is being held in a bar in Toronto, where SNW’s Riot Act is being held this year. It’s only a small place but only the wrestlers and staff are invited. It’s being filmed later release on the Riot Act IX DVD. It is being hosted by commentator James Simmons. The ceremony starts with our host walking out onto the stage. He thanks everyone for turning up and talk about how tonight we give thanks to the wrestlers of SNW and also the staff. We start off with some quick awards which will be announced in the form of videos. Each winner comes up onto the stage to accept the award and give a short speech.
KeyAward Title1. Winner, first placed 2. Runner Up, second place 3. third place - Previous year's winnersBest Highflyer1. Jason Williams 2. Jet Jaguar 3. Carson Clark - 2009: Jason Williams, 2010: Ace Bennett, 2011: Jason Williams (2), 2012: Carson Clark
2013: Jason Williams (3), 2014: Carson Clark (2), 2015: Jet JaguarMost Improved1. Parkland Bros 2. Jason Williams 3. Jet Jaguar - 2009: Evan Pagano, 2010: Kevin Hart, 2011: Mike Hogan, 2012: Riley Shamrock
2013: Carson Clark, 2014: Knife Fight, 2015: Dave DementoBest on Mic1. Dave Demento 2. Chris Hammers 3. Mike Bockwinkel - 2009: Mike Bockwinkel, 2010: Mike Bockwinkel (2), 2011: Mike Bockwinkel (3). 2012: Mike Bockwinkel (4)
2013: Mike Bockwinkel (5), 2014: Ace Bennett, 2015: Mike Bockwinkel (6)One to Watch1. Jet Jaguar 2. Dave Demento 3. Taliah Winters - 2010: Mike Hogan, 2011: Jack Joseph, 2012: Riley Shamrock, 2013: Riley Shamrock (2)
2014: Carson Clark, 2015: Dave DementoBest Woman1. Beast Kong 2. Amy Lee 3. Red Fire - 2015: WaspBest Finisher1. Irish Welcoming (Riley Shamrock) 2. Ball and Chain (Fatality Squad) 3. F***tard (Dave Demento) - 2009: Fire Tornado (Steven Kagemann), 2010: Syracuse Dropped (Ace Bennett), 2011: The Fall/Double Stomp Combo (Fatality Squad), 2012: The Hammers Finisher Combo (Chris Hammers/ Jordan Devine)
2013: Maple Leaf Revenge (Kevin Hart), 2014: Back to the Future (Mike Hogan), 2015: Ball and Chain (Fatality Squad)Most Memorable Moment1. Hammers wins World title (Be the Best 2016) 2. SNW in Korakuen Hall (Tokyo 2015) 3. Fatality Squad become first champions to enter CoD and leave as champions - 2009: Mike Bockwinkel turning on Chris Hammers, 2010: Henry Edwards 10 month reign ending via injury, 2011: Ace Bennett wins the SNW World Championship (Brain Grenade), 2012: Masked Attackers / United Front (The Rapture)
2013: Edwards leaves SNW (The Rapture 2012), 2014: Hogan’s entrance in London (One Night in London), 2015: Dave Demento F***tard (Glasgow, Scotland)Best Feud1. Riley Shamrock vs. Chris Hammers 2. Mike Bockwinkel vs. Nick Jacobs 3. Dave Demento vs. Jet Jaguar - 2009: Chris Hammers vs. Henry Edwards, 2010: New Age Lady Killers vs. Youth Culture, 2011: Mike Bockwinkel vs. Red Dragon, 2012: United Front vs. rest of SNW
2013: Edwards vs. ‘the doubters’, 2014: Daniel Sinn vs. Drew Parkland, 2015: Riley Shamrock vs. Revolution X
Best Show1. Riot Act 8 2. SEVEN 3. Tokyo 2015 - 2009: Riot Act, 2010: Riot Act 2, 2011: Riot Act 3, 2012: Riot Act IV
2013: The Rapture 2012, 2014: FIVE, 2015: Riot Act VIIThere is a break before Simmons introduces Drew Parkland, former three time Duos Champions. He gets up on stage. He talks for a little bit about tag wrestling before reading out the nominees and winner. Best Tag Team1. The Fatality Squad- Bret Thomas and Steven Kagemann 2. Mockingbird- Elliot Reid and Dean Caufield 3. Parkland Bros- Duke and Axel Parkland 4. Team Bennett- Ace Bennett and Matt Spade 5. AirDevils- Carson Clark, Tom Gerard and Travis Cantrell - 2009: New Age Lady Killers, 2010: New Age Lady Killers (2), 2011: New Age Lady Killers (3), 2012: Ace Bennett and Kevin Hart
2013: Fire and the Fury (Johnny Arsenic & Vincent Fury), 2014: AirDevils- Carson Clark, Tom Gerard and Travis Cantrell, 2015: Team Bennett- Ace Bennett and Matt SpadeKagemann and Thomas get up on stage and talk about their time in SNW. They thank SNW for everything it has done for them. Thomas said being the longest reigning champions was such a great time and it was an honour to hold the titles for so long. They said that they hope to continue putting on such good matches for years to come.
Jacob Ryler got up on stage to announce the best wrestler. Best Wrestler1. Riley Shamrock 2. Ace Bennett 3. Kevin Hart 4. Chris Hammers 5. Jordan Devine - 2009: Jack Powers, 2010: Ace Bennett, 2011: Kevin Hart, 2012: Henry Edwards
2013: Kevin Hart (2), 2014: Ace Bennett (2), 2015: Riley ShamrockRiley Shamrock got up on the stage, he becomes the first man to win the title two years running. He speaks about his progress in SNW. And says that winning the World title was his proudest achievement. He says the challenge previously was to establish himself, the challenge now is to maintain the high standards he has set. He thanked the crowd for taking him in as what he called “SNW’s second son”.
Red Dragon was the final person to hand out an award. He reminded everyone of the difference between the ‘Best Wrestler’ and ‘MVP’ award. Dragon explained that the ‘Best Wrestler’ award is for the wrestler who puts on the best matches, while the ‘MVP’ is for the wrestler who the company couldn’t have done without in the last year. He broke down the nominations: Although Hart and Bennett haven’t been in the big main events they have been putting on top quality matches, Ace goes ahead of Hart because he’s main evented more most notably in India. Hammers has looked strong all year, capping off the SNW year with the World title win. The Squad have held the Duos titles up until recently and were indispensable. But Riley takes the award for his reign as champion, constant great matches and crowd reactions. MVP1. Riley Shamrock 2. Fatality Squad 3. Chris Hammers 4. Ace Bennett 5. Kevin Hart - 2009: Chris Hammers, 2010: Henry Edwards, 2011: Ace Bennett, 2012: Henry Edwards (2)
2013: Kevin Hart, 2014: Mike Hogan, 2015: Mike BockwinkelRiley Shamrock got back on stage. He becomes only the third athlete to win both “Best Wrestler” and “MVP” in the same year. Riley thanked his trainers, his fellow athletes and his family (Brian and Kevin both in attendance). He thanked Dragon and Ryland for showing faith in him to be champion so early on in his career and vowed to repay the faith shown in him.
A short video then played to end the evening showing an updated list of the top 25 matches in SNW history. UPDATED: TOP 25 MATCHES IN SNW HISTORY1. Ace Bennett vs. Henry Edwards ‘Riot Act IV’ 2. Kevin Hart vs. Ace Bennett vs. Mike Hogan ‘Riot Act VI’ 3. Riley Shamrock vs. Chris Hammers ‘Be the Best 2016’ 4. Steel Cage: New Age Lady Killers vs. Youth Culture ‘Return of the Steel Cage’ 5. Kevin Hart vs. Henry Edwards ‘The Rapture 2012’ 6. Ace Bennett vs. Evan Pagano ‘The Showdown III’ 7. Fatality Squad vs. Parkland Bros ‘Clash of the Duos 2016 Night 3’ 8. Dog-collar: Daniel Sinn vs. Drew Parkland: ‘Five’ 9. Mike Hogan vs. Ace Bennett ‘One Night in London’ 2’ 10. Mike Bockwinkel vs. Chris Hammers vs. Henry Edwards ‘Riot Act’ 11. Ladder: Kevin Hart vs. Ace Bennett vs. Mike Hogan ‘Five’ 12. Mike Bockwinkel vs. Riley Shamrock ‘Riot Act 8’ 13. Jack Powers vs. Kevin Hart ‘Four’ 14. Team Bennett vs. Mockingbird ‘One Night in India’ 15. Henry Edwards vs. Jack Powers ‘London, England’ 16. Mike Bockwinkel vs. Red Dragon ‘Riot Act IV’ 17. AirDevils vs. Ace Bennett and Matt Spade ‘Be the Best 2014’ 18. Henry Edwards vs. Riley Shamrock ‘Global Mourning’ 19. Mike Hogan vs. Mike Bockwinkel ‘Riot Act VII’ 20. Fatality Squad vs. AirDevils ‘One Night in Holland’ 21. Riley Shamrock vs. Jack Powers ‘SEVEN’ 22. NY Street Fight: The Gentlemen’s Club vs. Red Assassins ‘Be the Best 2011’ 23. Ace Bennett vs. Henry Edwards ‘The Showdown II’ 24. Ace Bennett vs. Mike Quackenbush ‘Brain Grenade’ 25. Steel Cage: Henry Edwards vs. Chris Hammers 'The Showdown' Notes on Match list: SNW were reportedly very happy with the last year of matches. Their main aim over the last few years was to get more tag matches into the list. The record breaking reign by the Fatality Squad improved on this record. The Parkland's win that broke the record setting reign was ranked the second best tag match in SNW history. Some critics say this is just promoting by SNW. The main event of SNW's India debut Team Bennett versus Mockingbird also makes the list as the third best tag match in SNW. The highest new match was the Be the Best 2016 main event where Hammers won the title which is ranked the 3rd best match in SNW history. It's interesting to note that while other older matches slip down the rankings, the best match in SNW history is still Edwards versus Bennett. The Riot Act IV main event celebrates it's five year Anniversary this week. Many within SNW feel that the only match that will top this is a five star match. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 16, 2015 17:55:51 GMT -5
Your Mom got screwed in Tag Team of the Year.
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Post by Red Dragon on Mar 17, 2015 9:41:57 GMT -5
Riot Act Special
RIOT ACT IX
-FULL CARD-
SNW: Chris Hammers vs. Jordan Devine vs. Riley Shamrock
FUSE: Daniel Sinn vs. Kevin Hart
DUOS: Parkland Bros (Duke and Axel Parkland) vs. Team Bennett (Ace Bennett and Matt Spade)
No Rules: Mike Bockwinkel vs. Nick Jacobs
Fatality Squad (Bret Thomas and Steven Kagemann) vs. Knife Fight (Zakk Static and Cain Jackal)
WOM: Beast Kong vs. Amy Lee
Warfare+: Cody Rejero vs. Jason Williams vs. Carson Clark vs. Safu vs. LyNN vs. Dave Demento
Joseph Stone and Baby J Jamerson vs. Ken Slayer and El Hijo de Angel Custodio
Mockingbird (Dean Caufield and Elliot Reid) vs. Matthew Anderson Racing Club (Chase Bryant and Kevin Craig) [TCW] vs. Jamerson Brothers (Nick and Kieran Jamerson) [ISW]
Jet Jaguar vs. Jack Powers
Countdown to the Riot
ISW-TV: Brydan Stylix [ISW] vs. Samir Yusuf [ISW]
AirDevils (Tom Gerard and Travis Cantrell) vs. Joseph Brothers (Jack and Matt Joseph)
Rose Parkland vs. Red Fire
Taliah Winters vs. Kourtney Love
Riot Act is always SNW’s biggest show of the year, last year’s even was no different. We rewind a year to have a look where some of the stars of Riot Act IX were at Riot Act 8.
Chris Hammers
This year at Riot Act IX: Enters as Champion
Last year at Riot Act 8: Defended RevX as the best stable in SNW
What he had to say: Year after year people challenge me, people question me. They question whether Revolution X is the best stable and each year we prove why we are the longest reigning stable in SNW, why we have won all the titles we have won. This year I didn’t have this… distraction. That allowed me to concentrate on myself for a change and I showed everyone that I am still the best in SNW. This is my year, nobody will stop me, I will prove that at Riot Act IX.
Kevin Hart
This year at Riot Act IX: Challenging for the FUSE Championship
Last year at Riot Act 8: Challenged unsuccessfully for the Duos Championships
What he had to say: Last year was disappointing, let’s just get that out of the way early on. But the Squad were a tough team and the Parkland’s deserve all the plaudits in beating them. But onto this year, the FUSE title is very important to me. It's the title that allowed me to become who I am today. I won the title after teaming for years with my brother. It made me truly believe that I could achieve something. It pushed me on and aided me. I’m fully focused. I haven’t held gold in coming up to 3 years. It’s time for me to break that trend and break Sinn in the process.
Bret Thomas
This year at Riot Act IX: Battling the returning Knife Fight
Last year at Riot Act 8: Successfully defended the SNW Duos titles
What he had to say: Last year we were champions. We know it won’t be long until we hold those titles again. Knife Fight are just a pair of kids standing in our way. Static and Jackal worked under Kagemann, he taught them everything, so it will just be a matter of picking them apart. They are a couple of punks, talented punks, I'll give them that. But they're not as talented as the longest reigning SNW champions of all time. Kagemann and fought a lot of fights and travelled down a lot of roads to get where we are today. Those punked nose snotty kids haven't earned anything. Just because the fans now cheer for them, it don't mean nothing. They will fall like all the rest at Riot Act and we will begin our march back to the titles that are rightfully mine.
Dave Demento
This year at Riot Act IX: Competing in the first ever Warfare+
Last year at Riot Act 8: Retired Drew Parkland
What he had to say: Ha, what a great year it was last year eh? I mean kicking Drew so hard in his hillbilly head that he had to go crying back to his trailer, how great is that? He actually left with less brain cells than he entered with, how is that possible? But Drew is the past and onto the future, me. Warfare+ is built for me, this is my chance to show everybody what I can do. I can have all the awards and all the praise but what matters is in the ring. It's about getting those "W's" and those gold belts. It's only a matter of time before "The Social Misfit" sits atop of his iron throne and becomes THE man in SNW. You may not like it but hey, when have I ever cared about you.
Riley Shamrock
This year at Riot Act IX: Won the SNW World Championship
Last year at Riot Act 8: Challenging for the SNW World Championship
What he had to say: You know, it’s a pain that I’m not entering Riot Act as champion. I was really looking forward to it. Every time we perform in Canada we get a great crowd and I was really excited about showing the belt off. Sadly, that wasn’t to be. But I’ll give the crowd something else to shout about, Riley Shamrock two-time SNW World Champion. The fans know how hard it was for me to win that title. I poured blood and sweated tears to get there. Now it's time to do it all again. And I couldn't ask for nicer opponents. You know, sometimes it's hard fighting. It's hard looking across the ring and seeing a friend or a man you consider family, then moments later battering your knee over his head. It's hard. But at Riot Act it's not going to be. I'm going to enjoy every punch, every kick, every scratch, every knee, every single bit of damage I do. Because standing opposite me will be Chris Hammers and Jordan Devine. I know this is tough challenge, it's essentially two against one. And one of those men, the World Champion, I've never beaten before. (Pause). Now, Jord has questioned my health. I suffered a concussion in Ohio at Be the Best. I may not be fully fit, I may not be 100%, I know that. But this is a risk I am willing to take. I will fight, I will put it all on the line. Because this is what SNW means to me, this is what wrestling means to me. My daddy and my granddaddy taught me how to fight, they told me to never back down from a fight. And at Riot Act... I'm regaining my title. For my family, for myself, for the fans. |
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Post by Red Dragon on Apr 2, 2015 13:40:37 GMT -5
Countdown to the Riot
Riot Act IX Pre-show
James Simmons hosted the Riot Act pre-show. His guests on the panel were Cameron Stone, Jacob Ryler and Drew Parkland. Simmons ran down the card before sending it over to ringside for the first match.
1) Taliah Winters vs. Kourtney Love: Decent opener for the women to kick off the big show’s pre-show. Both are future stars of the women’s division. This was kept short with the Lovesault earning the win for Kourtney.
The panel talked about the three way interpromotional tag team match which pits Mockingbird of SNW against teams from TCW and ISW. The trio were making their predictions when ISW Television Champion, Brydan Stylix walked on the set. He demanded the camera man focus on him. He then told the panel that all eyes should be on him later. On in the pre-show tonight he defends his title against Turk Samir Yusuf.
2) Rose Parkland vs. Red Fire: This match was worse than the first match. Fire controlled the match and Rose built up the crowd but the audience didn’t care. Fire hit the Moonsault for the win.
The panel then made their predictions on the SNW FUSE Championship. Stone said it’s tough for him since Sinn is a friend of his but he supported Hart saying he is “Canada’s greatest export”. Ryler said Sinn knows what it takes to retain despite Hart having the home advantage. Parkland spoke about his former partner Sinn, speaking of his hatred of him. But admitted he knows how to win and tonight would be a huge win for him. However, Parkland sided with Hart since you can’t count out the home advantage,
3) AirDevils vs. Joseph Brothers: Excellent match, too good to be on the pre-show. Lots of highflying which got the fans fired up. Cantrell got the biggest cheers being from Canada. Cantell and Gerrard isolated Matt from making the tag but there was some dissention in the Joseph brother ranks. Jack got fed up and entered illegally but got taken out, leading to the Bombs Away on Matt.
The panel were back for their final predictions. This time guessing who would walk out the World Champion. Stone said it was Jordan Devine’s time. Stone said Jord knows it’s “now or never” and will do anything to get that win, even if it means beating Hammers. Ryler went with Hammers. Ryler called Hammers “the complete package” and questioned that if he walks out tonight, it will show there is no-body who can stop him. Drew made sure all three competitors were backed by a panellist by predicting that Riley will walk out as champion. Drew said Riley is a “special talent” who has come back from concussion early to win back his belt.
4) ISW-TV: Brydan Stylix [ISW] vs. Samir Yusuf [ISW]: The stars of ISW took over the pre-show of SNW’s biggest show of the year. And what a show they put on. Stylix, a member of the Agents of the Apocalypse won the TV title at Epidemic. While the Turkish born wrestler Yusuf is a promising young athlete. The fans in attendance loved the match as Stylix brought the heel heat and Yusuf played the face in peril well. Yusif fought into a comeback hitting a dive to the floor and a small package which earned him a very close call. However, Stylix showed his class putting down the youngster with the Facial Reconstruction to retain.
Stylix celebrated his win on the top rope while Yusuf crawled to the corner. As the music died down the fans chanted “Please come back”. ISW has made a huge impression on the SNW fans tonight.
Riot Act IX
Live from Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto, Canada only on SNW Player
We cannot be sure of having something to live for unless we are willing to die for it
- Che Guevara
The show opened with a video package, highlighting some of the matches we will see tonight. But the video focused mainly on the main event. Showing all three men’s history in SNW and they’re interactions within SNW. It ended with the contract signing where Hammers delivered a warning to Devine.
We then cut to the jam-packed arena where our announcers James Simmons and Edward ‘The Genius’ Colgate run down the card. They are hyping up the main event when the crowd get all excited, the camera pans to Nick Jacobs in street gear, arriving through the crowd with a steel chair and a trash can full of weapons. Looks like these two are going to open.
1) No Rules: Mike Bockwinkel vs. Nick Jacobs: What a way to open the show. Bock made his entrance in normal gear but was caught by Jacobs who ran up the ramp and smashed him with the trash can. The match was like an old school WWF hardcore brawl. Spots included a superplex onto the trashcan, a powerbomb on an upright chair and a Singapore cane damaging Jacobs back. The match climaxed as the two battled on the apron with a table set up below them. Bock teased the Piledriver but Jacobs reversed it lifting the two time SNW World Champion onto his shoulders for the Jacobs Drop through the table for the win.
As Jacobs celebrates as we cut to scenes from earlier today as the World Champion and his challengers arrive in the building. First up is Chris Hammers in a limo, he was with Safu and LyNN. Riley showed up in his Audi and signed some autographs. Devine pulled up in a black BMW with Amy Lee.
2) Mockingbird vs. Matthew Anderson Racing Club [TCW] vs. Jamerson Brothers [ISW]: It was going to be hard to follow the hot opener but this delivered. This was your classic SNW opener, fast pace, plenty of competitors and the dive-after-dive spot which SNW squeezes into every opener match. Both outsider teams did well, Kevin Craig and Chase Bryant have impressed in SNW before but this was SNW’s first glimpse of the Jamerson Brothers (who are the older brothers of SNW athlete Baby J). Nick ducked a big boot from Craig and hit a suicide dive to Chase, Kieran then went to roll-up Craig but MBirds broke it up and scored the win with the Sunset Flip / Dropkick combo.
Afterwards both the Racing Club and the Jamerson’s were shocked the match ended. MBirds made a quick getaway but before they left they motioned for the belts. As both outsider teams left the fans chanted “Please come back”.
The first interview of the main events was with challenger Jordan Devine. Alicia Bennett interviewed him which was awkward since they were involved in a love angle a few years back. Devine talked about his Be the Best win and about “stepping out of the shadow”. Quite a face promo from Devine, it will be interesting how the fans react.
3) Jet Jaguar vs. Jack Powers: A surprise treat as the youngster Jet Jaguar took on the former SNW World Champion. The masked warrior has been on a roll this year as he looks to make 2016 his breakout year. He put on a great underdog performance against Jack. Powers kept Jag grounded with what he does best, submissions but Jag broke out in style. Jack’s submissions work came into the finish, he hurt Jet’s foot which led to Jack locking in the ankle lock for the win.
After the match, Powers gloated about his win to get more heel heat. He went to attack Jag more and went to lock in the ankle lock. However, Jet had loosened the boot so Powers flew across the ring. Being left red-faced Powers went to inflict some more damage but Jaguar caught him with the Asian Mist! Powers stumbled about before Jag limped to his feet and hit a head kick to put the former United Front leader down. This isn’t over.
Another interview from Alicia Bennett, this time with the former SNW Duos Champions, the Fatality Squad. Thomas calls Alicia a “skank” and dismisses her. He then cuts a promo on Knife Fight. It’s nothing he hasn’t said before, about how they are the most successful champions ever and how Knife Fight were trained by Kagemann.
4) Joseph Stone and Baby J Jamerson vs. Ken Slayer and El Hijo de Angel Custodio: The action hit a bit of a lull as the Stone/Slayer feud debuted at Riot Act. Sadly, Slayer got slated by the fans yet again but he is performing decently well, if he keeps it up they’ll soon stop. Cam Stone was at ringside supporting his team and was a factor at ringside. Cam got most of the chants directed at him as he tried to draw heat for his team. Stone tried to interfere which led to El Hijo hitting a step up senton over the ropes to take him out. This left Slayer to hit the Sling Blade on Baby J but was caught off guard by Stone who blasted him with a brainbuster for the win.
Backstage we see Mike Bockwinkel walking with an icepack on his neck and him checking out his smart phone. He bumps into Red Dragon who tells him “to look where he is going”. Dragon goes to move on when Bock calls him back. Bock says he’s been checking the SNW Twitter feed and it says Jacobs’ win has put him in position for a SNW World title bout. Dragon confirms this and Bock replies that it is “unfair”. Dragon answers that “you should have won then, shouldn’t you?” Dragon walks off and Bock comments “I am so going de-push you in TCW”. Seemingly a nothing segment to put over Jacobs as next challenger, SNW Twitter and a small interaction between two old rivals.
5) WOM: Beast Kong vs. Amy Lee: Fun match, two of the best female athletes in SNW today. But sadly, nothing we haven’t seen before. Kong has had a dominant reign in SNW but at the expense of the rest of the division. Amy put up the best fight against Kong we’ve seen since Kong faced Wasp. But she fell like all the rest to the Kong Bomb. Who will stop Kong?
The second of three main event interviews with Alicia Bennett and the former SNW World Champion Riley Shamrock. The “Young Gun” said everything up until tonight has been about proving himself and living up to his potential. But now he’s got to show that he isn’t just a flash in the pan, he’s the real thing, the “Gunslinger” Riley Shamrock.
6) Fatality Squad vs. Knife Fight: With rivals like these this was always going to be a brawl and that’s extaly what it was. The match didn’t start as the Squad were met ringside by Knife Fight and the two teams brawled into the crowd, the big men Bret Thomas and Cain Jackal faced off while Zakk Static took on his former mentor Steven Kagemann. The brawled all around the arena before finally getting into the ring for the match to begin. Knife Fight were in control and were great at cutting off any momentum the former Duos Champions built up. But then Kagemann brought in a chair and smashed his former protégées over the head to cause a DQ.
Kagemann and Thomas continued the beat down post match to boo’s. They brought in a table and went for a Doomsday Device on Jackal. However, Static grabbed Kagemann’s leg, Jackal dropped off Thomas’ shoulders and lifted Thomas, then Static pushed Kagemann into Thomas to cause their own Doomsday Device through the table. Fans weren’t happy with the match result but the table spot soon won them round.
Intermission. Mockingbird were out at the break to sign autographs and take photos. They stayed in character being incredibly cocky.
7) Warfare+: Cody Rejero vs. Jason Williams vs. Carson Clark vs. Safu vs. LyNN vs. Dave Demento: This mad six-man elimination cage match was a great bout to welcome the fans back from the break. Demento and Clark opened. Clark used his speed and agility to get the best of the cocky youngster before Demento powerbombed him into the cage and sandwiched his head with a kick. LyNN was out next, he and Demento picked on Clark before they turned on each other. Jason was next to join in, springboarding in causing plenty of mayhem. Cody was out next, in Doctor Who inspired gear. Jason stole the show by climbing up top and hitting a 630 from the top of the cage onto all below. The final entrant was Safu, who immediately picked off Clark with the Samoan Drop. Jason was next to go with a Samoan Drop / neckbreaker combo. Cody battled and took out LyNN with a Pepsi Cutter while keeping Safu at bay with a lung blower. Demento then caught Cody off guard with the F***tard, But then Demento’s stamina came into play as he fell to Safu’s Samoan Drop.
The third of three interviews with our main eventers was held with Chris Hammers by Alicia Bennett. Hammers was very confident he could deal with the “boy” Riley Shamrock. But has doubts over whether Devine has his back. Alicia asked if Hammers expects Devine to lie down for him and Hammers said that as leader of RevX he should take the preverbal “finger poke of doom”.
8) DUOS: Parkland Bros vs. Team Bennett: The brothers Duke and Axel had a big challenge as they went up against Ace Bennett and Matt Spade who were hungry for the belts. Ace and Matt have challenged for the titles many times but come up short. They always put on one of the highlights of the night and this was just the same. This was possibly the Parkland’s best match, they didn’t resort to default playing underdogs, they stood up and fought against the Original 16 member and the first ever Triple Crown Champion. Lots of fun spots including the Syracuse Drop being turned into a tower of doom, duelling stereo dives and valet’s fighting as Rose took on Alicia. Team Bennett missed out on the titles yet again in another top quality bout after Spade fell to the KFC.
Intermission. Some of the crowd are a little burnt out by so much good action. Others didn’t want a second break, they thought it was breaking up the action too much. Both teams from the last match stayed out for the break, the teams shook hands after the match. Ace and Spade left early but the Parkland’s stayed out for the entire break.
9) FUSE: Daniel Sinn vs. Kevin Hart: There was a lot of pressure on this match to perform, since the FUSE title isn’t usually this high on the card, especially at SNW’s biggest event. Add in the rowdy crowd who had already seen some great action. SNW put all their faith in Hart. Not only is he the hometown hero but he can have a great match with everybody. But it all paid off in this +20 minute match. This was a excellent match, Sinn really stepped it up when it matted. This was easily Sinn’s best singles match in SNW which is massive considering he’s been with the company since the beginning. There was some brilliant technical exchanges between the two with some great counters and reversals. Despite Sinn’s great performance, the hometown hero was the star. Anytime Sinn was in control the crowd chanted for Hart and he worked a slow build to get back into it. Hart brought out all the party tricks: multiple Superkicks, the 450 Splash and even the Sharpshooter that got an almighty roar. Sinn responded with the Original Sinn, however Hart kicked out to an even louder cheer. The fans cheered Hart onto till the end and truly believed Hart would win the belt. Sinn went for the Original Sinn but Hart hit one of the greatest reversals in SNW history. Instead of slipping out back of the crucifix Hart grabbed the neck and went over the top, he rolled it straight into a small package but didn’t go for the pin, instead he deadlifted Sinn straight into the Small Package Driver Hart calls the Maple Leaf Revenge. The fans counted along and roared the loudest cheer of the night as the bell run.
A video package aired highlighting the history of Revolution X, with Shamrock leaving and the recent tension between Hammers and Devine.
10) SNW: Chris Hammers vs. Jordan Devine vs. Riley Shamrock: This match was under a lot of pressure, like the last match. After a night of great action, this had to put the icing on the cake. But with three top talents like Hammers, Devine and Shamrock, SNW was in safe hands. What set this match apart was the storytelling. Big entrances to start, Devine entered to new music and new gear. He was accompanied by Amy Lee but she left at the entrance. Riley was out next, living up to his new nickname as he was followed by two men bearing bazooka’s which shot out fireworks. Followed by Hammers who entered in a Game of Thrones inspired entrance with Hammers sitting on the throne with large banners next to him. After the championship introductions, Riley came out fighting. He blasted Hammers then jumped at Devine. Riley then took Hammers to the floor and worked over Devine in the ring. The newly nicknamed “Gunslinger” hit an early Irish Welcoming but it was broken up by the Champion. Hammers then worked over Riley while Devine rolled to the floor. However, Riley fought back against his former leader and hit and Irish Welcoming II only for Devine to break it up. Devine and Hammers then double teamed Riley until the inevitable. Devine assisted Hammers in a Last Minute Orders then the two stood over the former champ. They had a stare down before Hammers shouted “Don’t be stupid Jord”. Hammers bent down to go for the pin but Devine grabbed him by the shoulder, Hammers returned upright and the two continued their intense stare-down. However, before anything could happen Riley grabbed both men’s legs and smashed their heads together. Riley took Devine out of the ring and worked over Hammers. But the champ showed his fight, his brawling earnt him the advantage and he hit a stiff Lariat and went for the pin. But the pin was broken up as Devine pulled Hammers to the outside! The two argued but were caught off guard with Riley diving over the top. Shamrock then threw both men into the crowd and hit a diving fist ala AJ Styles over the barricade. The crowd were now red hot and they sensed another title change. The former champ brought Devine back into the ring and hit a springboard dropkick for a near fall. Riley called for the end and locked in the Ode to Shamrock. But the Champ broke it up before his RevX stablemate could tap. Hammers and Riley then squared off in the spot which is in every SNW main event, the brawl. They punched and kicked each other with each strike earning a “Yay” or “Boo” then Devine joined in. All three were striking each other and it only ended when Shamrock hit a head kick on Hammers, Devine then caught Riley with a European uppercut. Devine followed it up with the Devinity only for it to be broken up by Hammers. Then it really kicked off with Hammers and Devine, brothers in RevX squaring off. The two battled it off with Devine ducking a Lariat and hitting a Devinity on the champ! But now it was Riley’s turn to make the save. However, Riley was feeling the effects from the earlier two-on-one beatdown and was looking groggy. He took a Lariat and a Last Minute Orders which allowed Hammers to hit a Lariat on Devine and kick him from the ring. Hammers then returned to the downed Riley, he lifted him up and hit another LMO. With Riley was beaten and Devine was on the outside, Hammers got the win.
Standing ovation for all three men in Maple Leaf Gardens. There was no post match confrontation between Hammers and Devine, Hammers exited up the ramp and posed at the top to end the iPPV. A dejected Devine then left. But Riley had to be helped to the back, he looked a little dazed. |
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Post by Red Dragon on Apr 2, 2015 13:40:58 GMT -5
SNW News
Riot Act reaction, injuries, schedule update, subliminal messages
Riot Act IX was a great success and many felt it was one of SNW’s best ever shows. The main event took the plaudits as a main event classic. Although SNW hasn’t confirmed where it is in their rankings, it is suspected that it is in the top 5 matches of all time. The FUSE and Duos title matches also impressed, while the two brawls (Bock v Jacobs / Squad v Knife Fight) went down well with the live crowd. Warfare+ was also a success and is expected to be used as an alternative to the standard Warfare when there isn’t warring factions.
There are a few injuries following Riot Act IX. The most high profile being former SNW World Champion, Riley Shamrock. According to SNW, the “Gunslinger” is suffering from concussion and will miss some shows. It is unknown whether this is a work or not. He was injured after Be the Best but returned at Riot Act. Although he looked fine during the match, afterwards he looked pretty dazed. Mike Bockwinkel injured his shoulder but it is unknown whether he will miss any events. And former FUSE Champion Daniel Sinn revealed via Twitter that he tweaked his knee but is not expected to miss any action.
Ace Bennett was apparently furious at Bret Thomas backstage at Riot Act. The anger comes from Thomas calling Ace’s sister a “skank” during an interview he held with her. Ace apparently confronted Thomas and had to be calmed down by Kevin Hart and others backstage. Thomas didn't help the situation as he was apparently unapologetic.
With Kong's win at Riot Act, she becomes the most dominant women's champion with 8 defences. Wasp previously held the title of most defences at 7. it is unknown who will take the title off Kong as she has been made to look so unstoppable. Youngsters, Kourtney Love and Taliah Winters are possibilities but it would be a huge shock. Meanwhile, Kevin Hart won the FUSE title for a second time. Hart is only the second man to do this after Jack Joseph. Hart becomes the 16th holder of the belt, when he first won the title he was the fifth holder of the belt. Contrary to some news reports, Hart was not given the title just because Riot Act was held in Canada. Hart was given the belt to raise the title, it shouldn't be seen as a step down for Hart, who SNW still considers one of their top talents.
SNW have announced the destination for their end of year tour. SNW will be visiting Mexico. This will be the first Mexican tour since 2011. SNW confirmed there will be a Battle of Mexico held. The name of the tour will be “Viva La SNW”. SNW also announced that there will be an extra previously unannounced iPPV to close out the year. SNW will hold “The Showdown IV” in December. The previous Showdown events have been held in 2009, 2011 and 2013 and usually contain a shock such as Bock turning RevX on Hammers and the United Front’s first appearance.
Before Riot Act IX a selection of people who pre-ordered the show were sent a mysterious email. The message on the email was just numbers. Many SNW fans thought this was just a mistake by SNW but it was on purpose. Some SNW fans got in contact saying they spotted subliminal messages during the show and the times the subliminal messages matched the numbers (which were timings during the show). Fans on SNW’s message board slowed down the video and spotted this at four occasions during the show. The image (below) is a Japanese symbol, what could this mean?
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Post by Ace Bennett on Apr 2, 2015 22:12:36 GMT -5
Another good Riot Act man, you're just pumping the years out like nothing haha. Team Bennett not winning the tag belts wasn't really a surprise since The Parkland just won them pretty much. Same with Hammers winning in the main event, though I wouldn't be surprised if Devine ends up being the one to dethrone him one day in the future. Glad to see the ISW competitors put on some good matches and get the please come back chants. Warfare+ was also an interesting twist on the normal Warfare match, would've preferred Demento to go over as this is the perfect type of event to get an less established guy a bit more recognition, but you're likely going the slow burn route with Demento, so Safu winning is fine. I don't really like Hart winning the FUSE belt, but I'm sure you can prove me wrong there. He just seems too good for the belt if I'm being honest and Sinn was a perfect champion for the current time in my opinion. I like how you incorporated the Thomas/Bennett stuff into a backstage storyline, sure that means a Fatality Squad/Team Bennett feud is on the horizon.
Also, is defense spelled "defence" in British English or something? That has always thrown me off and I'm genuinely curious. Great work with this as always.
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Post by Red Dragon on Apr 9, 2015 13:13:18 GMT -5
Synergy Issue #163rd Anniversary Show
1) Red Fire vs. Taliah Winters vs. Rose Parkland: Decent three way women’s bout. Although Rose is the worse athlete out of the three, her flaws were hidden well. Red won with the moonsault.
2) Cody Rejero vs. Simon Glockerburg: Cody had a fun comedy match with new student Glock. There were some funny spots at the expense of the youngster which particularly amused the younger fans in attendance. Cody won with a roll-up.
3) Jacob Ryler vs. Carl Simmons: Another member of the fifth class was in action, big Carl Simmons. Ryler evaded him well and sold for him well when the youngster was on the attack. Ryler used the speed to wear down Simmons and got the win with the sunset flip.
4) The Parkland’s vs. “El Hijo Nature Boy” Pedro Flair, Justin Allusion and Masked Marvel: We saw the debut of a new Parkland brother, Rex. He didn’t get to do much, he mainly stood on the apron. The fans always love the Parkland boys in their home promotion and it helped them earn the win. After stereo dives from Rex and Duke, Axel earned the win with the KFC.
5) Mockingbird vs. Jet Jaguar and Liam Hendrick: A good tag match led to the break. Hendrick is another youngster, he had a good partner in Jaguar. Liam played the hot tag well, tagging out to Jaguar to a loud reaction. Despite this, the MBirds got the win after a diving senton from Caufield.
Intermission. El Hijo de Angel Custodio was out at the break, even though he wasn’t in action (*wink wink*).
6) Knife Fight vs. Joseph Stone and Baby J Jamerson: Another good tag match. Stone and Jamerson now seem a regular team and are building up their experience. Meanwhile, Knife Fight are getting back into the swing of things after their tag push was halted by injury. The match ended with a Spear on Stone.
7) SYN: Dave Demento vs. Ken Slayer: The main event had another young star in action. Demento is still young but is starting to break out in SNW. While Slayer has just debuted on the main roster. Demento may have stiffed Slayer at times but the “Son of the Icon” showed heart and fought back. Demento hit a back drop and it led to the running punt kick to retain. |
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Post by Red Dragon on Apr 9, 2015 13:13:44 GMT -5
Alt:Pro – Through the Looking GlassThe show opened with two sets of men who faced off at the last show squaring off in tag team action. Dane Warron and Kris Havok took on Ron Crockett and Christopher Kennedy Jones. Good booking by Alt:Pro since Havok/CKJ sucked last time but pairing them with Warron and Crockett got the crowd interested in them. Warron still looks awesome and is a stand out athlete from Alt:Pro. CKJ hit Havok with a chair leading to Crockett winning with the German Suplex pin on Warron. Cue the boo's. The Blaze Brothers successfully defended their tag titles against DJ Hughes and Tom Felix. The match was pretty one sided but the Blaze Bros made it work. The Blaze’s won with the T-Bone Suplex/Corkscrew Moonsault Leg Drop. Twisted Assassin continued his mean streak, this time against Vincent Valintino. However, Valintino was the first person to do some damage to Assassin after a jumping kick. The fans actually wowed at the sight of Assassin stumbling back. It was short lived as Assassin then went in full control and squashed him with the Assassin’s Fury. Last time out, Arthur Williams beat Jake Swindell thanks to his tag partner Rory Wiseman. On tonight’s show, Wiseman faced Swindell. The match was noticeably worse, Williams is a better worker. The story of the match was Swindell trying to deal with both men. The match ended with the same result, a distraction from outside led to Swindell being rolled up. In an attempt to make up for the one sided tag titles bout Tobias Black and Nate Ryan took on Antonio Benitez and Pablo 'Speedy' Gonzalez. This was a fast and fun affair between the boys from Detroit and the Mexicans. Fans got really into it especially during the closing stages where the match turned into a spotfest. A Spanish Fly from Benitez got the win, commentators put over them as future challengers to the tag titles. But fans seem to prefer Black and Ryan. ‘Hollywood’ Vincent Fury took on Matt. This could have main evented a show but they followed the break tonight and so were given less time. There was no Arsenic at ringside, as he has a title bout tonight. The match went back and forth until some cheating tactics gave Fury the edge. An exposed turnbuckle led to the Fury Strike and the win. Wiseman and Williams came out and said they were ready for a tag team title shot. Alt:Pro owner Zachary Miller came out and said he didn’t want the title on a ‘reckless’ team like the Blaze Brothers but said Wiseman and Williams have already failed. He gave the British twosome one more chance and announced a 2/3 falls tag title match for the next show. It was a war up next as rivals Alexander Kuleshov and Phenom faced off in a match dubbed ‘Anything Goes’, It was a good brawl which suited both men. The Russian towers over Phenom but Phenom is much more at home with weapons. There were some good spots including the finish where Phenom went to elbow drop Kuleshov through a table but the Russian got up, hit a kitchen sink kick and double hand chokeslamed Phenom through the table for the win. A good bout albeit a little basic for the rivalry blow-off. The World title was on the line in the main event as champion A.J Matthews took on challenger Johnny Arsenic. This match came about after Arsenic pinned AJ in tag action at the last show. There was lots of stalling early on which caused the fans to get tired about midway through the match. They managed to get the crowd back for the final few minutes but the match went to a 30 minute time limit. Fans hated the finish and blamed the owner, chanting "F*** you Miller!"
Quick Results:
1) Dane Warron and Kris Havok def. Ron Crockett and Christopher Kennedy Jones
2) TAG: Blaze Brothers def. DJ Hughes and Tom Felix (Defence 2)
3) Twisted Assassin def. Vincent Valintino
4) Rory Wiseman w) Arthur Williams def. Jake Swindell
5) Tobias Black and Nate Ryan def. Antonio Benitez and Pablo 'Speedy' Gonzalez
6) Vincent Fury def. Matt
7) Anything Goes: Alexander Kuleshov def. Phenom
8) WORLD: A.J Matthews drew Johnny Arsenic (Defence 2) |
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