Weekend Report - Part 1

Friday, April 21

Southern Thunder Pro Wrestling in Devine

Pro Wrestling came to Devine Texas as Southern Thunder Pro Wrestling put on a show at Ric's South Texas at 603 Hondo (Hwy 173) Friday night. Six entertaining matches featured several wrestlers familiar to San Antonio fans and several others new to the area. Among the highlights were the return of Lemus II following his tour of duty in Operation Enduring Freedom, a six-man cruiserweight elimination match won by Dragon X, and new Texas Heavyweight Champion in Devine native Johnny Rage.

In the first match, Lemus II faced Ozzy Manson. Lemus II was unable to win either the fan support or the match as Ozzy Manson was able to pull out the victory over the veteran (literally) luchador. In match two, Quinten Allen was able to overcome the unconventional style of Blaine Steele for the win. The third match was for the Southern Thunder Cruiserweight Invitational Trophy. Dragon X was able to outlast a field of five other wrestlers including Gato Jr., Rolando Rios, Berry of the Neon World Order, Mr. B and Raiden of the Neon World Order. This match was fast paced and included countless high spots which thrilled the local crowd.

Following the intermission, The Classic Superstar Spiro faced Vega in a very hard hitting match. Vega put up a good fight, but in the end Spiro was able to grab the victory. Former tag partners Rudy Russo and El Latino continued their feud in a special match set up by Commissioner Stan Callahan of Indywarz Radio fame. (www.indywarzradio.com) Rudy Russo cheated throughout the match, bringing a foreign object into the ring which Referee Shawn O'Malley Brown (S.O.B.) was unable to find despite a rather strange shaped lump which moved around Russo's tights. El Latino was finally able to wrestle the weapon away from Russo, but at that moment the referee was distracted. Russo took the opportunity to take a page from the Eddie Guerrero playbook and fell to the mat grabbing his face, when Brown turned around he found El Latino with the weapon and Russo writhing on the mat in pain. When Brown called for the bell, disqualifying the bewildered El Latino, Russo scurried rapidly from the ring, grabbing his mirror and boa on the way.

The Main Event was for the Southern Thunder Texas Heavyweight Belt and was fought under no disqualification rules. Champion Tito Sanchez took full advantage of this provision, bringing a length of chain to the ring and using it to pound repeatedly on the head of challenger Johnny Rage who was performing for the honor of his hometown crowd. The fighting spilled out of the ring and into the crowd as both men used the chain to choke and to open up the heads of their opponent. In the end however, Johnny Rage was able to win the match and the title to the delight of the fans in attendance.

All in all, it was a solid evening of wrestling for the fans from the small town south of San Antonio who didn't feel the need to drive 50 miles to attend the opening night of Fiesta. Southern Thunder returns to Ric's (www.rics-online.com) Friday May 19th. San Antonio fans planning on attending should leave in time to make the 8 pm opening match.

Southern Thunder Pro Wrestling
Friday, March 21
Ric's South Texas
603 E. Hondo (Hwy 173)
Devine, Texas

Match 1 - Lemus II vs. Ozzy Manson (win)
Match 2 - Blaine Steele vs. Quinten Allen (win)
Match 3 - Cruiserweight Invitational (order eliminated)
Gato Jr, Rolando Rios, Berry, Mr. B, Raiden & Dragon X (win)
Match 4 - Spiro (win) vs. Vega
Match 5 - Mr. Beautiful Rudy Russo (win-DQ) vs. El Latino
Match 6 - Texas Heavyweight Championship
Champion Tito Sanchez vs. Challenger Johnny Rage (win and new champion)

Saturday, April 22

River City Wrestling "Step into RCW's World"

I was unable to attend the entire card and will post detailed match synopses when they are made available by River City Wrestling. There were several newsworthy items revealed during the evening. The most significant is the details of 3 matches all ready scheduled for the May 7th show at Tiffany Billiards. Tag Champions The Nerdy Boys (Johnny Ender and Kris Kronie) will face the number one contenders The Hardbodies (Andrew Dalton and JT LaMotta.) The Hawaiian Smashing Machine Ikaika will face Don Juan of The Texas Treats. The Main Event will feature none other than TNA's Latin American Xchange (LAX) - Konnan, Homicide and RCW Champion Hotstuff Hernandez against the newly formed alliance of the "International Power Station" (IPS) - Texas Treats' Chris Marval, Fast Eddie Vegas & Spiro accompanied by their manager Commissioner Yebisu. This card promises to be a huge event. Expect the largest indoor crowd at a wrestling event in San Antonio thus far this year. Get your ticket early and arrive early to assure good seating. For more information check out the webpage - www.rcw-wrestling.com

In other RCW news coming from the show, Johnny Ender lost his #1 contender status to Fast Eddie Vegas, setting up a third match between Fast Eddie and Hotstuff Hernandez. This rivalry has been very contentious with Hernandez able to hold off the furious challenge thus far. Will the third time be the charm for Fast Eddie?

An upcoming event was also announced. River City Wrestling will be presenting matches at a car show at the Airport Convention Center (Broadway outside 410) on Sunday, May 28. The
bell time has not been announced but will be posted soon. This event is the day after RCW's return to The Hope of Glory Church on May 27th.

River City Wrestling
April 22
Arts of the Scholar Warrior Gym
1126 Hildebrand

Match 1 - Showtime Summers (win) vs. Martin Styles
Match 2 - Chris Marval (win) vs. Spiro
Match 3 - Don Juan (win) vs. Kris Kronie
Match 4 - Tag Team Match
The Hardbodies - JT LaMotta & Andrew Dalton (win) vs. Azteca de Oro & Rayo de Plata
Match 5 - Mike Dell (win) vs. Quinten Allen
Match 6 - #1 Contender's Match
Fast Eddie Vegas (win) vs. Johnny Ender
Match 7 - Main Event - "Texas Treats Challenge" Iron Man Gauntlet Match
Ikaika (win) vs. Rudy Russo, Ikaika (win) vs. Nathan Sin, Ikaika (win) vs. Tesla, Ikaika vs. Don Juan (win)
+++ Thanks to Justin Bissonnette for match results +++

Sunday, April 23

American Championship Wrestling New Champion Jacob Ladder

ACW returned to The Venue on 800 Lexington Sunday afternoon with their best show thus far this year. A rowdy crowd was treated to 6 very entertaining matches. Ring announcer Jeff Houston called the action and incited the crowd. Referees Jay Magnum and Shawn Brown shared the duty of controlling the wrestlers.

In the first match, New Texas Champion Darin Childs defended his belt for the first time in San Antonio since winning a Battle Royal last month in Kerrville to fill the vacated title which had recently been stripped from Scott E. Charms. Darin's challenger was One Man Mike Dell who had to deal with both Childs and his manager/fan/groupie/bride Rachel. Dell was up to the challenge as he gave the champion all he could handle, forcing the lovely but dangerous Rachel to interfere on behalf of her man. Dell picked up the victory but was denied the belt as titles do not change hands on a disqualification.

The next match featured Raiden of the Neon World Order and Dragon X. These two high flying cruiserweights thrilled the crowd with their high risk moves until Dragon X was able to hit the pin for the victory. The third match was for the #1 contendership to the Texas Heavyweight Championship and featured Cobra vs. Titan Quinten Allen. The two performed a classic match shaking hands before and after the bout. In the end it was Titan who scored the victory.

The next match was for the ACW Tag Team Championship. The champions, The Ragin' Renegades - Johnny Rage and The Texas Renegade faced the challenge of newly formed team of Virus and Vega. Although the challengers put up a great fight they were unable to overcome the double team tactics of the champions.

Following the intermission, the action started up again with a match featuring former tag team partners Tito Sanchez and El Latino. Sanchez did not seem to be too worried about the challenge of his former student and actually took a break mid-match to enjoy a snack of a banana and some bottled water. When the match continued the action went back and forth with both men holding an advantage. Latino could never seem to get the pin and Sanchez actually seemed to be toying with him when Tito's earlier actions came back to haunt him. Running full speed to slam into Latino, Sanchez slipped on the banana peel which El Latino had tossed onto the mat in the middle of the ring. El Latino took advantage of the stunned Sanchez and grabbed the 1-2-3.

In the main event, ACW Heavyweight Champion Prince ran into Jacob Ladder who seemed to be fighting with a renewed enthusiasm. Prince was clearly not used to fighting someone who could virtually match his power moves. Eventually however, the Champion grabbed control of the match, giving Ladder the pounding of a lifetime when from the back, Rachel Putski rushed to the ring. While the referee was distracted, Darin Childs ran in and tried to attack Prince. The Champion was able to avoid the attack, but the distraction gave Jacob Ladder the opportunity he needed. When Prince turned his attention back to the challenger, he was met with a huge ball of fire to his face. Ladder quickly grabbed the pin on the stunned Prince and won the Title. While Jacob Ladder celebrated with his Children of Pain partners, help from the back rushed to the aid of the injured former champion. In the span of 5 weeks, the Children of Pain were able to grab both singles titles in ACW. Only time will tell how long this domination of the titles will last.

ACW's next event at The Venue is scheduled for May 21st at 4 pm. Look for information on the webpage www.princefontenot.com/wrestle/index.htm

American Championship Wrestling
April 22
The Venue
800 Lexington

Match 1 - Texas Heavyweight Championship
Challenger One Man Mike Dell vs. Champion Darin Childs w/ Rachel (win)
Match 2 - Raiden vs. Dragon X (win)
Match 3 - #1 Contender for Texas Heavyweight Title
Cobra vs. Titan (win)
Match 4 - Tag Team Championship
Challengers Virus & Vega vs. Champions The Ragin' Renegades - Johnny Rage & The Texas Renegade (win)
Match 5 - El Latino (win) vs. Tito Sanchez
Match 6 - Main Event - ACW Heavyweight Championship
Challenger Jacob Ladder (win & new champion) vs. Champion Prince

PWE Matches at Fiesta

Professional Wrestling Entertainment presented matches Friday and Saturday at Jac's Lounge on San Pedro. Results will be posted as soon as made fully available.

RCW Fans of the Week

For Immediate Release
Thursday, April 20, 2006
For Information Contact:
Brandon Oliver
(210) 842-8398


New "Fans of the Week" announced for April 20
Full card announced for next live event on April 22

River City Wrestling, a San Antonio-based professional wrestling organization, has announced its new "Fans of the Week" for its website, http://www.rcw-wrestling.com/. The new "Fans of the Week" are two guys that are seen at most shows sporting RCW shirts and chanting "R-C-W, R-C-W" --- Tommy and Steve.
RCW wishes to thank Tommy and Steve for their support, and RCW continues to give back to its fans in every way possible.
RCW "Fans of the Week" will be entered into a drawing to see who will become "Fan of the Month." The "Fan of the Month" will receive four free tickets to a RCW event.
In order to become a RCW "Fan of the Week," send a photo of yourself by yourself, with a group of friends, or with RCW wrestlers at a RCW event or function. Please be sure to wear RCW official merchandise as well.
Please send photos to http://mail.yahoo.com/config/login?/ym/Compose?To=rcwprez@rivercitywrestling.net, or to:
RCW
4319 Medical Dr.
San Antonio, TX
78229
Once again, thanks for the support and get creative!

RCW Card Set

River City Wrestling sent out the following press release yesterday:

Wednesday, April 19, 2006

Card set for April 22 "Step Into Our World"

River City Wrestling will hold an event on Saturday, April 22, 6:30 p.m., at the Arts of the Scholar Warrior Gym, located at 1126 W. Hildebrand. Tickets are $5 in advance or at the door. Seating is limited so make sure you purchase in advance and get there early! For more information, visit http://www.rcw-wrestling.com or call (210) 842-8398.

The event is called "Step Into Our World." The gym is the training ground for RCW. The building will be gritty, the temperature will be hot, and the wrestling will be smash-mouth! The card is set!

A Battle to Determine a #1 ContenderJohnny Ender vs. Fast Eddie Vegas
Johnny Ender of the Nerdy Boys put his status as the #1 contender to the RCW Championship on the line against the newest member of the Texas Treats, Fast Eddie Vegas. On April 1, Ender won an impromptu battle royal to become the #1 contender, a match placed on the spot by RCW Promoter Brandon Oliver. The Treats manager -- Commissioner Yebisu -- was away on business in Japan, and upon learning about Ender becoming the #1 contender, signed a match between Ender and Vegas. Vegas has had two opportunities at the RCW Championship -- and both times, the champion "300-pound Tex-Mex T-Rex" Hotstuff Hernandez was successful in his title defenses. Eddie vows to win back the #1 contender status and will go on to face Hernandez and not receive a "strike three." Meanwhile, Ender's success story -- as he and injured partner Kris Kronie are RCW's current Tag Team Champions -- could continue to grow, as a nerd could go on to face a monster on May 7 at Tiffany's Billiards.

Ikaika in a Texas Treats Challenge
Yebisu was further enraged that Ikaika stepped in for Kris Kronie and helped Ender defeat The Texas Treats back on April 1. After a conference with the Treats, Yebisu has signed "The Smashing Machine" to a "Texas Treats Challenge." What does this mean? Find out on April 22!

Martin Styles vs. Chris Marval
This could be a night to remember for the Texas Treats, or it could be a nightmare. "Cocky" Chris Marval will take on the high-flying graduate of the Shawn Michaels Wrestling Academy, Martin Styles. Can Marval ground the aerial feats of Styles?

Don Juan issues an open challenge
Don Juan is on top of the world right now. The Texas Treat was recently on WWE's Heat against Matt Striker, and now has issued an open challenge to anyone in RCW. Who will accept?

Spiro vs. Showtime Summers
Spiro has been up-and-down recently. After a hot start, his match against Hotstuff Hernandez in November never materialized due to outstide interference, and after bowing out in the first round of the Tag Team Championship Tournament back in February (which he blamed on his tag partner), Spiro lost to Quinten Allen in a Lumberjack Fan Strap Match at Breaking All of the Rules. After a tour in England, "The Classic Superstar" is back. Meanwhile, Showtime has been on the injured shelf after a bloodbath Street Fight against Ikaika at Breaking All of the Rules. Showtime proved how much it will take to keep him down. What will happen on April 22?

"One Man" Mike Dell vs. Quinten Allen
This is the battle of the Natural Athletes. On April 1, Allen denounced his tag team partners, while Dell seems to have found some "new teammates" with the fans. Allen wants to prove he was the leader of the Athletes, while the cocky Dell is not one to back down.

The Hardbodies in action!
"Juicy" J.T. Lamotta and Andrew Dalton return to RCW. On April 1, they won a #1 Contender's Match over Hallowmass. With Kronie on the injured list, who will The Hardbodies face?

You can buy tickets online at http://www.rcw-wrestling.com or at Arts of the Scholar Warrior Gym! Call (210) 842-8398 in advance!

Lemus II Returns Home.

Lemus II sent out the following press release today. If the location and time of the Devine event can be determined in time, they'll be posted here.

PRESS RELEASE: After A recall To Active Duty In July 2005 In Support Of "Operations Enduring Freedom" "Noble Eagle" Indy Pro Wrestler And Luchador "Lemus II" Returned Safely Home To San Antonio Texas. Lemus II Was Stationed In San Diego California And Then In The Middle East "Manama, Bahrain. Currently Lemus II Has Posted His memoirs At http://www.lemusdos.com/

In This Month Of April "Lemus II" Has Also Begun To Resume His Wrestling career Where He Was Seen In Corpus,Christi And Eagle Pass Tx The Next Show Featuring Lemus II Will Be This Friday In Devine Tx For "Southern Thunder Pro Wrestling"

As Of July 2005 Lemus Was Part Of The TWE Family And Was Also Doing A Stint With The Lucha Libre Promotion "Div Del Norte" In Nuevo Laredo, Mex Lemus II Will Be Appearing In Nuevo Laredo This Weekend

RCW Announces Fan of the Week

River City Wrestling posted the following press release today:

Thursday, April 13, 2006

RCW announces its RCW Fan of the Week for April 13, 2006!
For Immediate Release
Thursday, April 13, 2006
For Information Contact:Brandon Oliver
(210) 842-8398


River City Wrestling announces its Fan of the Week for April 13
Congratulations to RCW "Sign Guy" Sam!

River City Wrestling, San Antonio's professional wrestling organization, has announced its Fan of the Week for April 13, 2006. The Fan of the Week is "RCW Sign Guy" Sam! Congratulations Sam!

Fans of the Week have their picture posted on the official RCW website, http://www.rcw-wrestling.com, both in the Fan of the Week section as well as throughout the site.

In addition, fans of the week will be entered into a drawing to determine a Fan of the Month. The person selected as a Fan of the Month will win four free tickets to a RCW wrestling event.

To become a RCW Fan of the Week, submit a picture to rcwprez@rivercitywrestling.net, or visit RCW's myspace page.

Pictures must be of a fan or group of fans at a RCW event, or with RCW official merchandise. So get creative, and send in those pictures and thank you for supporting RCW!

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RCW Announces 3 Upcoming Dates

River City Wrestling sent out the following press release today:

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
For Information Contact:
Brandon Oliver
(210) 842-8398

New shows announced for River City Wrestling
Next show is April 22; two shows in May

River City Wrestling, San Antonio's professional wrestling organization, has announced three new live events. The schedule is as follows:

"Step Into Our World"
Saturday, April 22
6:30 p.m.
Arts of the Scholar Warrior Gym
1126 W. Hildebrand
Tickets are $5 in advance or at the door, and may be purchased online at http://www.rcw-wrestling.com/, or at Arts of the Scholar Warrior Gym (please call ahead - 210-842-8398).
Limited seating!

"RCW Rampage"
Sunday, May 7
Time TBA
Tiffany's Billiards
Ticket information TBA

"RCW returns to where it all started..."
Saturday, May 27
6:30 p.m.
Hope of Glory Church
339 W. Hutchins
Tickets are $5 in advance, $7 at the door
Tickets may be purchased online at http://www.rcw-wrestling.com/, at Arts of the Scholar Warrior Gym, or at Hope of Glory Church (210) 865-9091.
This event sells out fast, so be sure to buy your tickets in advance!

The next live event is Saturday, April 22, at Arts of the Scholar Warrior Gym, 1126 W. Hildebrand. The doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the show begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 in advance or at the door, and can be purchased online at http://www.rcw-wrestling.com/, or at Arts of the Scholar Warrior Gym (please call ahead at 210-842-8398. There will be limited seating, so be sure to buy your tickets in advance or get there early!

This event is where RCW invites fans to "step into our world." This is where the RCW wrestlers train, as well as boxers and martial artists. Proceeds for this event go to support these training programs, which help kids stay off the street and enroll into boxing and martial arts programs.

Make no mistake about it -- this show won't be as "comfortable" as the friendly-confines of the YWCA or Hope of Glory Church. It will be gritty, the temperature will be hot, and fans will get an idea of what the fighters endure daily in their training. It's an opportunity for the fans to "step into our world," and see what daily life is like for RCW and the fighters of Arts of the Scholar Warrior Gym.

On the card will be:

Battle for the #1 Contendership
Johnny Ender of the Nerdy Boys, 1/2 of RCW's Tag Team Champions, puts his #1 Contender status on the line against Fast Eddie Vegas of the Texas Treats

Commissioner Yebisu was upset that RCW promoter Brandon Oliver made an impromptu Battle Royal for the #1 contender spot at the April 1 event. During that Battle Royal, Ender scored the upset and won the right to face RCW Champion Hotstuff Hernandez on May 7 at Tiffany's Billiards.

Fast Eddie, meanwhile, took the newest TNA star and LAX member to the limit, but ultimately, the 300-pound Tex-Mex T-Rex Hernandez was able to successfully defend his title. Vegas wants another shot -- which would be his third attempt -- and Yebisu happily obliged, ordering this match and forcing Ender to put his #1 contender status on the line.

Ikaika in a special challenge match

Apparently, The Texas Treats are not finished with "The Smashing Machine," and have convinced Yebisu to sign Ikaika for a special challenge match that will be revealed on April 22.

More matches to be announced!

For more information about RCW, or for press photos, please contact Brandon Oliver at (210) 842-8398 or at rcwprez@rivercitywrestling.net

Brandon Oliver
Owner - River City Productions, est. 2002
Promoter - River City Wrestling, est. 2002
Phone - (210) 842-8398
Fax - (210) 615-8832
E-Mail - rcwprez@rivercitywrestling.net
Web - http://www.rivercitywrestling.net/, http://www.rcw-wrestling.com/
4319 Medical Drive, #131-126
San Antonio, TX 78229

San Antonio Upcoming Wrestling Shows

April 22 -RCW - Arts of the Scholar Warrior Gym - 1126 W. Hildebrand - 6:30 p.m.

April 23 - ACW - The Venue - 800 Lexington - 4:00 p.m.

May 7 - RCW - Tiffany's Billiards - 7011 San Pedro - Time TBA

May 14 - TWE - Bellaire Baptist Church Gym - 116 Clovis - 7:00 p.m.

May 21 - ACW - The Venue - 800 Lexington - 4:00 p.m.

May 27 - TWE - Splashtown - 3600 IH 35 N - 5:00 p.m.

May 27 - RCW - Hope of Glory Church - 339 W. Hutchins - 6:30 p.m.

June 11 - TWE/ROH - Bellaire Baptist Church Gym - 116 Clovis - 7:00 p.m.

June 24 - TWE - Splashtown - 3600 IH 35 N - 5:00 p.m.

July 2 - TWE - Car Show -Braunig Lake - 10:00 a.m. (bell time not announced)

July 29 - TWE - Splashtown - 3600 IH 35 N - 5:00 p.m.

Royal Rumble Returns to San Antonio

Although not technically dealing with independent wrestling, it should come as interesting to San Antonio Wrestling fans that the World Wrestling Entertainment has announced that the 2007 Royal Rumble is set to take place at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas on Sunday, January 28, 2007.

As usual, the winner of the thirty man Rumble will win himself a title shot at either the WWE Champion or World Heavyweight Champion at WrestleMania 23.

San Antonio hosted the 1997 edition of the Royal Rumble, headlined by Shawn Michaels regaining the WWF Championship (now WWE Championship) from Sycho Sid in the Main Event. The Rumble was won by Stone Cold Steve Austin and the entire card featured several wrestlers from south of the border.

TWE Show News & Results

Texas Wrestling Entertainment presented an entertaining show at the Bellaire Baptist Church Gym Saturday April 8th. Despite a questionable decision to issue an open challenge to The Texas Treats by way of announcing an appearance and the abscences of star Milano Collection AT, who was competing at the Super 8 Tournament in Delaware, and of announced guest Sika, who ran into transportation problems, the show became more about who was there rather than who wasn't. (long sentence, huh?) The surprise return of newlyweds Darin and Rachel Childs along with the revealing of Tito Sanchez as El Latino's mystery partner were among the many highlights of the show. On top of this, the TWE Texas Tag Team Titles were up for grabs and ended up being won by a team that didn't even start the event as a team.

The show began with an appearance by Darin Childs and his new bride Rachel who were greeted enthusiastically by the crowd. Darin came out with the line of the night. "I'm here tonight for two reasons: It's an hour from my home and I need the paycheck." Great line Darin. The two then joined the crowd to watch former Rock-n-Roll Nightmare partner Spector in his match with Chris Cody. Spector did not seem interested in exchanging pleasantries with his ex-partners. Unfortunately for Spector he was not able to put on his finishing move as Cody was able to force the submission.

In the second fight, Cowboy James Claxton was able to get the pin on Hector Navarro in a match where the crowd seemed evenly divided on whom to support. In the final match before intermission, Rudy Boy Gonzalez defeated Sika's Protege Bulldozer Graham. After the match, Graham called out RBG and said that next time Graham wouldn't be coming alone. Rudy responded by pointing out several fans who would be able to back RBG at the next event. The most promising prospect was a young man known only as "The Natural."

After the intermission was the scheduled Texas Tag Team Title Match. However the Texas Treats had made it clear that they had no intention of appearing at this or any TWE event. Referee Rick Porter and TWE CEO Rudy Gonzalez declared the titles vacated. As the challengers, Skitzo and Brett Thunder lobbied to be given the belt, the Children of Pain, Darin Childs and Jacob Ladder made their way to the ring accompanied by Rachel. Rudy agreed to make the match. All the competitors were at the top of their games and the fans were treated to a classic. Unfortunately Brett Thunder was injured when he was thrown from the ring and had to be helped to the back, leaving Skitzo to battle alone. The veteran duo of Ladder and Childs spent several minutes pounding on Skitzo until it seemed the youth would have to give in the quest for gold. Suddenly Hector Navarro emerged from the back and took the position in Skitzo's corner hollering for the tag. Referee Rick Porter allowed the match to continue and eventually Skitzo made the tag and Navarro unleashed a furious attack on Ladder and Childs. In the end, Navarro and Skitzo gained the victory. As the Children of Pain took their anger out on the pair, Brett Thunder returned to help clear the ring. Afterwards, Thunder tried to take the belt from Navarro, claiming that the title was his since he started the match. Skitzo and Navarro disagreed and left with their new title belts. Brett Thunder was left alone in the ring to wonder about the chain of events.

In the Main Event, a tag team grudge match, Big Dogg and "Mr. Beautiful" Rudy Russo faced Russo's old partner El Latino and a "mystery partner." Latino revealed his partner to be 20 year veteran Tito Sanchez, the man who had originally trained El Latino in the sport. Russo avoided his former Latin Alliance partner for most of the match. Eventually the frustration for Sanchez and Latino became too much for the pair to handle and Referee Rick Porter was knocked to the mat. Porter declared the team of Big Dogg and Russo the winners by DQ. This did not sit well with El Latino who had only managed to get in 3 punches on Russo during the match. Latino demanded that RBG come out and make a match where Russo could not run. Gonzalez agreed to make a Lumberjack Match for the next event.

In all, the card was a very entertaining night. The Tag Title Match had everything needed to be considered a match of the year contender. the next Gym Wars Event was announced for May 14th at the Bellaire Baptist Church Gym. In observance of Mother's Day, there will be special admission for mothers who attend. The main event Lumberjack Match between El Latino and Rudy Russo and an appearance by former WWE Superstar Wild Samoan Sika have already been announced. Check the TWE webpage for updates. www.texaswrestlingentertaiment.com

Full Results
Texas Wrestling Entertainment
April 8, 2006
Bellaire Baptist Church Gym
116 Clovis

1. Chris Cody (win) vs. Spector
2. Hector Navarro vs. Cowboy James Claxton (win)
3. Rudy Boy Gonzalez (win) vs. Bulldozer Graham
4. TWE Texas Tag Team Championship
Skitzo & Brett Thunder vs. The Children of Pain - Darin Childs & Jacob Ladder
winner and new champions Skitzo & Hector Navarro
5. Main Event Tag Team Grudge Match
Big Dogg & "Mr. Beautiful" Rudy Russo (win-DQ) vs. El Latino & Tito Sanchez

TWE Date Removed From Schedule

Rudy Boy Gonzalez of Texas Wrestling Entertainment confirmed that the LowLow Car Show Date originally on the schedule for this Sunday April 9th was originally a back up rain date for the March Show. The promoters of the car show have decided not to use the date, therefore there will be no TWE wrestling event on that date. The San Antonio Independent Wrestling Scene apologizes to anyone who was inconvenienced by the listed date.

Texas Treats Announcement

The webmaster for the Texas Treats (Don Juan and Chris Marval) sent this press release today:

The Texas Treats (Don Juan & Chris Marval) will NOT be at the April 8th T.W.E.Show
They have NOT been scheduled and will NOT be in attendance. All real Texas Treat appearances will be posted every Wednesday on Their only official web site www.texas-treats.com

RCW Breaking All of the Rules Details

River City Wrestling has issued the following details concerning the previous press release:

Apr 5, 2006 2:44 PM

RCW's Breaking All of the Rules now for sale on DVD

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, April 5, 2006
For Information Contact:Brandon Oliver (210) 842-8398

Breaking All of the Rules DVD's Now ON SALE!
Breaking All of the Rules, RCW's hardcore event back on March 18, is now on sale on DVD. DVD's from past events are also coming out soon. Check out http://www.rcw-wrestling.com for more details.
Keep in mind that this was a hardcore wrestling event, and a parental advisory has been issued for this video.
All orders include free shipping!

Matches include:

RCW Championship - No Holds Barred
champion Hotstuff Hernandez vs. "Homeless" Hugh Rogue
The 300-pound Tex-Mex T-Rex takes on the hardcore vagrant in a match where anything goes! Thumbtacks, staples, barbed wire baseball bats, tables, chairs and more! Case manager Steve Moody serves in Rogue's corner.

RCW Tag Team Championship - Three-Way Ladder Match
The Texas Treats (Don Juan & Chris Marval) vs. The Nerdy Boys (Johnny Ender & Kris Kronie) vs. The Natural Athletes ("One Man" Mike Dell & Hector Montoya
RCW crowns tag team champions for the first time in the only way it knows how... with a ladder match! Four ladders are used and destroyed as each team tries to climb the ladder and reach the title belts! Commissioner Yebisu in the Treats corner, Ray the Voice in the Athletes' corner.

Street Fight
"The Smashing Machine" Ikaika vs. an opponent selected by Aguila Negro
Watch the wildest match in RCW history! Blood, tables, and chairs! If Ikaika gets by Aguila's mystery opponent, then "The Smashing Machine" has five minutes alone with the man who turned his back on him!

Lumberjack Fan Strap Match
Spiro vs. Quinten Allen
"The Classic Superstar" takes on the leader of the Natural Athletes in a lumberjack match, however, this is no ordinary lumberjack match... 12 lucky fans were picked from the audience to serve as lumberjacks! Not only that, but each lumberjack is armed with a leather strap!

Best Two Out of Three Falls
Masada vs. Fast Eddie Vegas
First Fall = All rules enforced (pinfall, submission, countout or disqualification)
Second Fall = Submissions Only
Third Fall (if necessary) = Last Man Standing
Masada, fresh off his tour with Big Japan, wants to go hardcore against a man who he has quite a past with -- Fast Eddie Vegas. However, Masada must go through two falls -- one with all rules in place and another with submissions only -- to get to the Last Man Standing.

For more information about RCW, or for press photos, please contact Brandon Oliver at (210) 842-8398 or at rcwprez@rivercitywrestling.net

TWE Announces Matches for Saturday 4-8

Texas Wrestling Entertainment has updated its webpage (www.texaswrestlingentertainment.com) with the following information:

Gym Wars

Saturday April 8th 7 pm

Bellaire Baptist Church Gym

116 Clovis

Main Event

Tag Team Grudge Match

Beautiful Rudy Russo / Big Dogg

vs

El Latino / Mystery Partner

Texas
Tag Team Title Match

Champions

Texas Treats

vs.

Skitzo / Brett Thunder

5 Big Matches

Family Entertainment

Tickets - Adult $7 / Kids 10 Under $5

Special Appearance By Former WWE Superstar...

Sika The Wild Samoan

Card subject to change

Breaking All of the Rules DVD Released

River City Wrestling released the following announcement today:

Tuesday, April 04, 2006

Breaking All of the Rules now available on DVD!
Breaking All of the Rules -- RCW's hardcore event from March 18 -- is now available on DVD, and can now be ordered in the Merchandise section at http://www.rcw-wrestling.com.

RCW Press Release

River City Wrestling president Brandon Oliver sent out this press release today:

For Immediate Release
Monday, April 3, 2006
For Information Contact:Brandon Oliver(210) 842-8398

Hotstuff Hernandez successful in title defense

RCW thrills more than 250 fans at the YWCA
River City Wrestling held a professional wrestling event on Saturday, April 1, at the YWCA, 503 Castroville Rd. More than 250 fans were in attendance for this event just two short weeks after Breaking All of the Rules.

1. The Texas Treats - Chris Marval & Don Juan (win) vs. The Crusaders - Pop 'n Lock
The Texas Treats were without Commissioner Yebisu, who is currently in Japan, but came to the ring with fellow Treat and ..1 contender, Fast Eddie Vegas. After a heated discussion with RCW Promoter Brandon Oliver, Oliver sent Eddie to the back and gave the Treats an impromptu match against a team that "could dance better than the Treats." Dancing skills aside, this was a great match, but The Treats got the better of the Crusaders who made a nice showing in their RCW debut.

2. No DQ MatchMartin Styles (win) vs. Quinten Allen
This was Styles' first match in RCW. Quinten Allen, meanwhile, has been on an impressive streak, including fighting through an injury and defeating Spiro in a Lumberjack Fan Strap Match at Breaking All of the Rules. Before the match, Allen said he is the only genuine natural athlete, degrading his running mates Mike Dell and Hector Montoya who together comprise the Natural Athletes. A big-time highlight included Styles, a graduate of the Shawn Michaels Wrestling Academy, diving off of the top rope, over the guardrail, and onto Quinten Allen who was standing out in the crowd.

3. Tag Team Championship ..1 Contenders Match
The Hardbodies - Andrew Dalton & JT LaMotta (win) vs. Hallowmass - Joseph & Logan
Both teams make their return to RCW put forth an incredible tag match. Despite the "questionable" antics of the Hardbodies, Dalton was able to roll up Logan and capture the win and the ranking as the ..1 contenders to the tag titles.

Mr. Showtime Summers made his way to the ring, still suffering from the effects of the Street Fight he had with Ikaika back at Breaking All of the Rules. Summers, who lost 3 pints of blood and required 16 staples to his head two weeks ago, came out and thanked the fans. Then he revealed it was April Fool's Day and proceeded to abuse the fans in attendance.

4. Rudy Russo vs. One Man Mike Dell (win)
"Mr. Beautiful" came out to the ring and of course was telling everyone how "beautiful" he is, when a football came flying over the curtain and landed in the ring, signalling the entrance of "One Man" Mike Dell. The crowd imitated the "football pose" of Dell as he came to the ring. A back-and-forth contest ensued, but Dell scored a "Touchdown" and pinned Russo for the win.

5. The Texas Treats vs. Johnny Ender & Ikaika (win)
"The Smashing Machine" filled in for Ender's partner Kris Kronie. This was an incredible tag team match, with back and forth action. Eventually, Ikaika hit the "Burning Hammer" on Marval and Ender followed with a Nerd-Factor for the win. After the match, Oliver attempted to interview Ender about his injured friend, but Ender was attacked once again by the Treats. Ikaika and Martin Styles made the save, which led to Oliver making a new match....

6. Battle Royal to name ..1 Contender to RCW Heavyweight Championship:
(in order eliminated) Don Juan, Chris Marval, Quinten Allen, Andrew Dalton, JT LaMotta, Ikaika, Martin Styles, Rudy Russo, Mike Dell, & Johnny Ender (win)
Oliver decided to make an impromptu Battle Royal to determine a ..1 contender for the next RCW show. The Texas Treats quickly eliminated themselves by jumping over the top rope, avoiding any conflict. Meanwhile, Ender battled through Russo and Dell, and won the Battle Royal. After the match, Ender celebrated the win with his new-found friend, Ikaika.

7. Main Event - RCW Heavyweight Championship
Challenger Fast Eddie Vegas (with Texas Treats) vs. Champion Hotstuff Hernandez (win & retains title)
The 300-pound Tex-Mex T-Rex, and now part of NWA-TNA's LAX group with Konnan, had incredible odds to face in this title defense. This was a rematch from their Match of the Year candidate back in February. This time, however, Eddie had the Treats in his corner, and they interfered throughout the match. The trio even hit the champion with a triple superplex, and then Eddie bloodied Hernandez' nose with a knee to the face. However, the Tex-Mex T-Rex UNBELIEVABLY hit a sunset flip powerbomb OFF THE TOP TURNBUCKLE and scored the victory.
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Breaking All of the Rules DVD's Now ON SALE!
Breaking All of the Rules, RCW's hardcore event back on March 18, is now on sale on DVD. DVD's from past event are also coming out soon. Check out http://www.rcw-wrestling.com for more details.

For more information about RCW, or for press photos, please contact Brandon Oliver at (210) 842-8398 or at rcwprez@rivercitywrestling.net

Weekend Report

Saturday April 1st
RCW Show News & Results

River City Wrestling returned to the YWCA on Castroville Road, the site of "Breaking All Of The Rules," with a more traditional show Saturday. It may have been more traditional, but it was no less memorable. The San Antonio crowd was slow arriving and slow to warm to the action, but it wasn't long before a crowd of more than 250 fans were screaming at the wrestlers in the ring. A new tag team debuted in the first match in the form of the masked team "The Crusaders." "Pop 'n Lock" faced the Texas Treats in the match and seemed to confuse the Treats and the Crowd at times with their antics. Martin Styles made his return to San Antonio Wrestling in a match against Quinten Allen. New number one contenders to the Tag Titles (currently held by the Nerdy Boys) were named in a match pitting Joseph and Logan of Hallowmass against The Hardbodies Andrew Dalton and JT LaMotta. Dalton & LaMotta will face the Nerdy Boys at an upcoming event.

Before the Intermission, Showtime Summers, who lost 3 pints of blood and required 16 staples to his head two weeks ago, came out and thanked the fans. Then he revealed it was April Fool's Day and proceeded to abuse the fans in attendance. Rudy Russo faced One Man Mike Dell in a very good match in which Dell fought with the full support of the crowd. The Texas Treats fought a second match of the night against Ikaika and one half of the Nerdy Boys Johnny Ender. Kris Kronie is expected to make his in ring return soon following his internal injuries at BAOTR.

Before the main event, a Battle Royal was held to decide the #1 contender to the RCW Championship. In a fast paced match, Johnny Ender emerged victorious and will face the champion at the next show. The Main Event was a rematch of the incredible match from last February between Champion Hotstuff Hernandez and Challenger Fast Eddie Vegas. This time Eddie had the assistance of the Texas Treats who gave Hernandez (and Referee Alex Marrozos for that matter) all he could handle. In the end, Hotstuff was able to hold on and win the match.

The date for the next RCW show has not been announced but will be posted on the River City Wrestling webpage soon. www.rcw-wrestling.com

Full Results
River City Wrestling
April 1, 2006
YWCA
503 Castroville Road

1. The Texas Treats - Chris Marval & Don Juan (win) vs. The Crusaders - Pop 'n Lock
2. No DQ Match
Martin Styles (win) vs. Quinten Allen
3. Tag Team Championship #1 Contenders Match
The Hardbodies - Andrew Dalton & JT LaMotta (win) vs. Hallowmass - Joseph & Logan
4. Rudy Russo vs. One Man Mike Dell (win)
5. The Texas Treats vs. Johnny Ender & Ikaika (win)
6. Battle Royal to name #1 Contender to RCW Heavyweight Championship:
(in order eliminated) Quinten Allen, Andrew Dalton, JT LaMotta, Ikaika, Martin Styles, Rudy Russo, Mike Dell, & Johnny Ender (win)
7. Main Event - RCW Heavyweight Championship
Challenger Fast Eddie Vegas (with Texas Treats) vs. Champion Hotstuff Hernandez (win & retains title)

Sunday April 2nd
TWE News & Show Results

San Antonio wrestling fans who attended Fatso's Sports Bar's showing of WWE PPV Wrestlemania were treated to a Pre-Game Slam from Texas Wrestling Entertainment. TWE presented 5 solid matches. Brett Thunder submitted Cowboy James Claxton in an entertaining first match. Vicki & Spector beat Simply Luscious & Skitzo in an intergender tag match. Windwalker returned from his injury last February in a Tag match with partner Hector Navarro against Bigg Dogg & Rudy Russo who spoiled the return. Spector managed to beat Skitzo a second time in one day in a singles match. The Main Event was for the TV Title and pitted Challenger Jared Steele against Champion Milano Collection AT (who will compete in the Super 8 Tournament next Saturday for ECWA in Delaware.) In an outstanding match which went both ways, champion Milano was able to hold onto his belt. The next TWE event was announced for next Saturday, April 8 at the Bellaire Baptist Church Gym at 116 Clovis at 7 pm. Check out www.texaswrestlingentertainment.com for card details.

Full Results
Texas Wrestling Entertainment
April 2, 2006
Fatso's Sports Bar
1704 Bandera Road

1. Brett Thunder (win) vs. Cowboy James Claxton
2. Intergender Tag Team Match
Simply Luscious & Skitzo vs. Vicki & Spector (win)
3. Tag Team Match
Windwalker & Hector Navarro vs. Bigg Dogg & "Mr. Beautiful" Rudy Russo
4. Spector (win) vs. Skitzo
5. Main Event - TWE TV Title Match
Challenger Jared Steele vs. Champion Milano Collection AT (win & retains title)

End of Month Comments & Rankings

March has proven to be another banner month for fans of independent wrestling in San Antonio. Wrestling Hero Al Snow appeared in town to run a one-day clinic for the Texas Wrestling Academy and the ensuing show several high points for Texas Wrestling Entertainment. River City Wrestling showed San Antonio what hard-core is all about with their “Breaking All Of The Rules” show which presented matches using not only tables, ladders and chairs but trash cans, thumb tacks, staple guns and a barb-wire wrapped baseball bat. American Championship Wrestling moved into a new home which will help open up the action in that promotion.

Top indy stars from around the state continue to come into town for shows, many of them promise to return for future events. On top of this, both TWE and ACW took their shows on the road, hitting Del Rio and Kerrville respectively.

Wrestlers from both TWE and RCW appeared on the WWE Raw show broadcast live from Beaumont. Don Juan of the Texas Treats competed on WWE Heat taped that same night. Milano Collection AT was announced as a participant in the prestigious Super 8 Tournament with more great things in his future. Hotstuff Hernandez signed a contract with TNA wrestling and will be appearing with Konnan’s Latin American Exchange on future TNA Impact Broadcasts. Local fans needn’t worry however; Hotstuff will still be able to defend his RCW heavyweight belt in San Antonio. Congratulations go out to all the wrestlers gaining national recognition.

Thoughts on SA Indy Wrestling Scene

After nearly three months of publishing the blog on the website and in this, the third Newsletter recap some points have arisen concerning this publication. First of all, The Scene is not about me. I am not an insider involved in any wrestling organization. I have no desire to become part of the show beyond that of the typical vocal fan. Nor do I feel qualified to tell any promotion how to run their shows. I just want to be a fan and mark out as much as possible. I publish this as much for my own entertainment as for the service it may or may not provide. If some fan looking for a show in San Antonio comes across my blog and is able to make a live event, then the main purpose has been served.

I will never publish anything overly negative about any promotion or wrestler despite any personal feelings I may have. I am not interested in the personality conflicts that exist behind the scenes and between individuals from rival promotions. I think the typical fan probably feels the same way. We are just interested in seeing an entertaining show. Out of respect for those individuals who run the shows, I will not be aggressively distributing the printed newsletter at any shows. Since the Scene promotes all wrestling, it might be a conflict of interests for one organization to allow advertisements for another at their shows. I usually will have copies on hand if approached by an individual. To receive a newsletter in the mail, email me to arrange postage and printing costs. Bayou_926@hotmail.com As always, include the word “wrestling” in the subject line of any email.

March Rankings

Further congratulations go out to Milano Collection AT who earns the top spot on this month's list by earning maximum points for 2 successful main event title defenses. 14 points is by far the most earned by any San Antonio wrestler in the 3 months that the San Antonio Independent Wrestling Scene has been tracking results.

14 Milano Collection AT
7 Hotstuff Hernandez
7 Prince Fontenot
6 One Man Mike Dell
6 El Latino
6 Rudy Russo
5 "Titan" Quinten Allen
5 Bigg Dogg
5 Spector
5 Brett Thunder
5 Skitzo
5 Rudy Boy Gonzales
4 Johnny Ender
4 Kris Kronie
4 Texas Renegade
4 Fast Eddie Vegas
4 Ikaika
4 Jared Steele
4 Hector Navarro
4 Homeless Hugh Rogue
4 Cowboy James Claxton
4 "New Style" Ben Galvan
3 Don Juan
3 Chris Marval
3 Scott E. Charms
3 Hector Montoya
3 Masada
3 The Virus
3 Tito Sanchez
3 Mr. Prestigious
3 Vicki
3 Jeff Galvan
2 Vega
2 Cobra
2 Jacob Ladder
2 Aguila Negra
2 Spiro
2 Showtime Summers
2 Brett Barnes
2 Roxy
2 Papi C
1 Wind Walker
1 Martin Styles

TWE Show Notes & Results

TWE Entertains at Car Show

Texas Wrestling Entertainment presented a card of five matches Sunday March 26th at the LowLow Car Show. Hundreds of car enthusiasts were able to catch these matches as part of an all day event at Camargo Park. All five matches were solid and storylines for upcoming events were advanced. In the main event, TWE TV champion Milano Collection AT withstood a challenge from Rudy Boy Gonzalez. In other matches Rudy Russo bested Cowboy James Claxton who continues to impress. Brett Thunder beat Hector Navarro. Spector was able to prevail over Big Dogg after the match was restarted following an appearant victory by Big Dogg. Referee Windwalker had counted Spector pinned but El Latino intervened and pointed out that Big Dogg had cheated to get the pin. Later El Latino faced Skitzo getting the pin. After the three count Rudy Russo & Big Dogg ran in and began beating on Latino. The beating didn't last long as Cowboy Claxton, Spector and Navarro all came to his aid. This helps set up the tag match scheduled for April 8th where Russo & Big Dogg face El Latino and a Mystery Partner.

TWE Show Results

1. Cowboy James Claxton vs. Rudy Russo (win)
2. Spector (win) vs. Big Dogg
3. Brett Thunder (win) vs. Hector Navarro
4. El Latino (win) vs. Skitzo
5. Main Event - TWE TV Championship
Challenger Rudy Boy Gonzalez vs. Champion Milano Collection AT (win & retain title)

OTHER TWE News

TWE To Present Wrestlemania Pre-Game Slam

Texas Wrestling Entertainment will be out in full force Sunday April 2nd at Fatso's Sports Bar 1704 Bandera Road. Live wrestling begins at 3 pm followed by the PPV. Tickets are only $10

TWE Announces Tentative Date For Bryan Danielson Appearance

Texas Wrestling Entertainment has updated its website including a tentative date for the previously announced match between Milano Collection AT and American Dragon Bryan Danielson. The date is set for June 11th. At this time no location or start time has been announced. This should be top notch event as Danielson is the current cornerstone for Ring of Honor and Milano continues to be rumored for a WWE deal and is already set to participate in ECWA's Super 8 tournament April 8th.

TWE & RCW News

TWE Announces Splashtown Events

Texas Wrestling Entertainment has added 3 dates to its calander for Splashtown Water Park located at 3600 IH 35 North. The dates are:
Saturday May 27
Saturday June 24
Saturday July 29

All dates have a 5 PM start time and all events are co-produced with Splashtown Water Park and 99.5 Kiss radio Station.

RCW Commercial Available Online.

River City Wrestling has produced its second commercial which is now online at rcw-wrestling.com

The commercial is promoting the April 1st event at the YWCA 503 Castroville Rd. and mentions the scheduled title fight between Hotstuff Hernandez and Challenger Fast Eddie Vegas. Also mentioned in the commercial is the scheduled match pitting the Texas Treats against Ikaika & Johnny Ender of the Nerdy Boys

To view the commercial, click on the myspace link from the RCW main page.

RCW Press Release

River City Wrestling sent out this press release today:

Monday, March 20, 2006

RCW News: April 1 news, March 18 results, and a statement about Breaking All of the Rules
For Immediate Release
Monday, March 20, 2006
For Information Contact:
Brandon Oliver
210-842-8398 or fax: 210-615-8832

RCW Update
RCW returns to live action April 1 at YWCA; March 18 results; statement regarding Breaking All of the Rules; plus more

The next River City Wrestling event has been announced for Saturday, April 1, 2006 at the YWCA, 503 Castroville Rd.

Tickets are $5 in advance, or $7 at the door.

Fans may purchase tickets at:
YWCA
503 Castroville Rd.
(210) 433-9922
Or through PayPal at rcw-wrestling.com.
A new alliance has been made, and this time it's revenge!

Matches include:

RCW Championship
Rematch from the Match of the Year Candidate
The "300-pound Tex-Mex T-Rex" Hotstuff Hernandez defends his title against Fast Eddie Vegas of the Texas Treats w/ Commissioner Yebisu

Ikaika (filling in for Kris Kronie) & 1/2 of RCW's Tag Team Champions Johnny Ender take on Don Juan & Chris Marval, The Texas Treats, w/ Commissioner Yebisu

The Hardbodies (J.T. Lamotta & Andrew Dalton) versus Hallowmass (Joey Corman & Logan)

Martin Styles makes his RCW debut against Mr. Beautiful Rudy Russo

Plus Quinten Allen, "One Man" Mike Dell, and much more!

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River City Wrestling presented a hardcore night of action called "Breaking All of the Rules" on Saturday, March 18, at the YWCA. Almost 300 fans were in attendance, and new record was set for RCW for advance ticket sales. It was a wild, unpredictable, and incredible night of action that proved why RCW is gaining in popularity and why the in-ring (and sometimes out of the ring action) is unparalled in San Antonio.

When the crowd was settling into their seats, "Mr. Beautiful" Rudy Russo & Aguila Negro attacked Ikaika from behind with a chair as the "Hawaiian Warrior" was signing autographs.

In the opening contest, "Mr. Beautiful" Rudy Russo w/ Aguila Negro pinned Roxy in an inter-gender match. After the match, Russo continued to attack Roxy until Martin Styles made the save.

The second match had Ikaika defeat Mr. Showtime w/ Aguila Negro and Rudy Russo in a Street Fight. Words cannot describe this incredible match. Both men were beaten and taken to the limit, with Showtime bleeding profusely after a shot with a trash can. Chairs and tables were also involved. Ikaika pinned Showtime outside the ring after a frog splash through the table, and Ikaika was awarded five minutes per pre-match stipulations with Aguila Negro. Ikaika destroyed Aguila, then hit a Burning Hammer from the top turnbuckle all the way to the outside on Rudy Russo who was laying on a table.

The third match was the Lumberjack Fan Strap Match where Quinten Allen defeated Spiro. 12 lucky fans served as lumberjack, complete with leather belts. In the end, Allen scored the pin.

The Nerdy Boys (Johnny Ender & Kris Kronie) defeated The Texas Treats (Don Juan & Chris Marval w/ Commissioner Yebisu) and The Natural Athletes ("One Man" Mike Dell & Hector Montoya w/ Ray The Voice) in a Ladder Match to retain the RCW Tag Team Championship. This match was a half-hour of brutality and incredible aerial feats. Again, words cannot describe how great this match was. In the end, Kronie ascended the eight-foot ladder and grabbed the belts that hung from the ceiling. After the match, The Texas Treats and Yebisu attacked the Nerds, and insulted the crowd. Kronie was injured due to the attack.

Fast Eddie Vegas defeated Masada in a Best Two Out of Three Falls Match. Vegas and Masada went 45 minutes. Eddie captured the first fall with regular rules, then Masada got the second duke during a Submissions Only Fall. The third fall -- Last Man Standing -- saw chairs and ladders decimated. One highlight included Vegas hitting a huracarana from the top rope to the floor and Masada crashing through six chairs. In the end, Vegas scored the win, thanks to his newfound friends, The Texas Treats.

In the main event, Hotstuff Hernandez retained the RCW Championship in a No Holds Barred Match over "Homeless" Hugh Rogue w/ his case worker, Steve Moody. After exchanging chairshots, both men used thumbtacks, staples, and more tables. In the end, Hotstuff missle dropkicked Rogue while Rogue was inside of a garbage can. After the match, The Texas Treats attacked Hernandez and Fast Eddie issued a challenge. Ikaika and Ender made the save.

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Quick note about "Breaking All of the Rules"....

For those of you with a faint heart and used to RCW's family-entertainment, Breaking All of the Rules was once in awhile deal where all of the rules were laid to rest. All of the athletes of RCW proved their heart... determination... and toughness. For that, I thank each and everyone of them.

Beginning with the April 1 show, we will return to our family-entertainment format. We apologize if anyone was upset with the brutality of the event, and RCW's family-friendly events will return April 1.

Breaking All of the Rules will happen again someday for those of you who enjoy hardcore, but will be with fair warning to those who may be offended.

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River City Wrestling -- a San Antonio-based pro wrestling promotion -- is in the March 17 issue of Rumbo Magazine. This magazine is in Spanish, and is distributed through the Alamo CIty area.

To access the article, visit http://www.diariosrumbo.com/rumbo/articulo.asp?idart=360714&idcat=3796

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River City Wrestling's Don Juan of the Texas Treats will apear on the upcoming WWE Heat Webcast. Don Juan wrestled Matt Striker at the WWE Monday Night RAW tapings this past Monday in Beaumont, Texas. He was the only Texas wrestler to receive a match. The match will be viewed at http://www.wwe.com.

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River City Wrestling's Champion -- Hotstuff Hernandez -- also made headlines this week at NWA-TNA's TV tapings. "The 300-pound Tex-Mex T-Rex" will continue to make appearances for TNA.

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For more information, including press photos, contact Brandon Oliver at (210) 842-8398, or visit rcw-wrestling.com. Card is subject to change.

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Upcoming San Antonio Wrestling Events

Texas Wrestling Entertainment - Lowlow Car Show - Camargo Park, 5738 HWY 90 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (bell time not announced)
Saturday April 1st - River City Wrestling - YWCA, 503 Castroville Rd. 6:30 pm
Sunday April 2nd - Texas Wrestling Entertainment - Wrestlemania 22 Pre-Game Show - Fatso's Sports Bar, 1704 Bandera Rd. 3:30 p.m.
Saturday April 8th - Texas Wrestling Entertainment - Bellaire Baptist Church Gym, 105 Clovis 7 p.m.
Saturday April 9th - Texas Wrestling Entertainment - Lowlow Car Show - Camargo Park, 5738 HWY 90 11 a.m.-7 p.m. (bell time not announced)
Sunday April 23rd - American Championship Wrestling - The Venue, 800 Lexington 4 p.m.
Sunday May 21st - American Championship Wrestling - The Venue, 800 Lexington 4 p.m.

Weekend Report: RCW & ACW Shows Results & News

ACW Premieres in New Location!

American Championship Wrestling opened a new era Sunday March 19th presenting a show in an exciting new location. The Venue at 800 Lexington is a very nice location with multi-level seating, a smoking section, higher ceilings, excellent lighting and a fully stocked bar. The location just off Main Street about a mile or so from SAC should attract an new crowd of college-aged fans to the sport. ACW has already booked two additional dates at The Venue; April 23rd and May 21st. Both events are on Sundays at 4 pm so younger fans are sure to feel welcome as well as those wishing to enjoy an alcoholic beverage while they holler at the in-ring action.

ACW's latest show continued thier tradition of bringing in top independant talent from throughout Texas as the Galvan brothers, "New Style" Ben and Jeff traveled from Corpus Christi with Papi C to participate in the show along with Mr. Prestigious from the DFW area. Many of these wrestlers worked last night either at the ACW show in Kerrville or the RCW show here in San Antonio. Several wrestlers had lingering aches and pains but that did not prevent those who were able to wrestle from giving the fans best card of matches that ACW has had in San Antonio so far this year.

Texas Heavyweight Champion Scott E. Charms was injured but he still allowed his belt to be defended by The Texas Renegade in a match against challenger Jeff Galvan. Tito Sanchez and former partner Vega continued there feud. Former Tag-Team Partners "Titan" Quinten Allen and "One Man Mike Dell put on the "Match of the Night." Virus had little trouble with Papi C and demanded stiffer competition. Mr. Prestigious was very impressive against Cobra. In the Main Event, "New Style" pushed Champion Prince to the limit before Scott E. Charms inadvertantly knocked out "New Style" while attempting to interfer on his behalf.

ACW Show Results
March 19th
The Venue

1. Virus (win) vs. Papi C
2. Cobra vs. Mr. Prestigious (win)
3. Texas Heavyweight Title.
Challenger Jeff Galvan vs. Texas Renegade (win) - Defending title for injured Scott E. Charms
4. Tito Sanchez (win) vs. Vega
5. Titan vs. One Man Mike Dell (win)
6. ACW Heavyweight Title Match
Challenger New Style vs. Champion Prince (win & retains title)

(Thanks to ring Announcer Jeff Houston for help identifying all the wrestlers)

RCW Presents Breaking All Of The Rules

In a night of special stipulation matches that left the crowd of nearly 300 paying customers almost as worn out as some of the wrestlers, River City Wrestling returned to the YWCA at 503 Castroville Road Saturday March 18th. In attendance at the match was Martin Styles who will be making his in-ring debut with RCW in the near future. Fans were treated to 6 matches which included an intergender match (Rudy Russo vs. Roxy,) a bloody streetfight (Ikaika vs. Showtime Summers,) an audience participation Lumberjack Strap Match (Spiro vs. Quinten Allen,) a Triple-Threat Tag-Team Ladder Match (Nerdy Boys defending against The Natural Athletes and The Texas Treats,) a Two Falls out of Three match with special special stipulations in each fall (Fast Eddie Vegas vs. Masada,) and a Main Event No Holds Barred RCW Championship Match (Hotstuff Hernandez defending against "Homeless Hugh Rogue.)

Before the night was over, RCW owner Brandon Oliver had to pay for at least 3 tables, 3 ladders and more than 8 chairs which were destroyed during the various matches. On top of that, Oliver pitched in mopping up the blood that spilt when Showtime Summers inadvertantly received a 6 inch gash in his forehead from the handle of a trashcan. Despite the injury which occured early in the match, Summers continued the fight with Ikaika. When Ikaika finally put Summers down to stay, Ikaika was able to earn 5 minutes in the ring with Aguila Negro. Many fans were not prepared for the bloody and violent nature of this match. Summers wasn't the only wrestler who received injury during the night. Quinten Allen suffered a neck injury which left him numb for several minutes and had to be helped from the ring following his match. Kris Kronie of the Tag Champion Nerdy Boys was so seriously injured in the Ladder Match that he is not expected to be cleared to participate when RCW returns to the YWCA in 2 weeks. Ikaika will join forces with Johnny Ender at that time to battle the Texas Treats who turned heel during the course of the night.

The 2 falls out of three match between Fast Eddie Vegas and Masada was an incredible test of endurance for the two wrestlers who split the first two falls and had to compete in a Last Man Standing Match for the final fall. The match appeared over several times following particularly violent moves but the two kept at it until finally Fast Eddie prevailed. The Main Event was the No Hold Barred match between Hotstuff Hernandez and Homeless Hugh Rogue who was accompanied by his "Case Worker" Steve Moody. This final match featured tables, chairs, trash cans, a barb-wire wrapped baseball bat, a staple gun and a can full of thumb tacks.

RCW Show Results
March 18th
YWCA

1. Inter-gender Match
Rudy Russo (win) vs. Roxy
2. Street Fight
Showtime Summers with Aguila Negro & Rudy Russo vs. Ikaika (win -Ikaika earned 5 minutes in the ring with Aguila Negro)
3. Audience Participation Lumberjack Strap Match
Quinten Allen (win) vs. Spiro
4. Triple-Threat Tag-Team Title Ladder Match
Challengers The Natural Athletes - Hector Montoya & One Man Mike Dell with Ray The Voice vs. Challengers The Texas Treats - Don Juan & Chris Marval with Commissioner Yebisu vs. Champions The Nerdy Boys - Johnny Ender & Kris Kronie (win & retain titles)
5. Best 2 out of 3 falls:
Fall # 1 win by pinfall, submission, countout or disqualification
Fall # 2 submission match
Fall # 3 Last Man Standing Match
Fast Eddie Vegas (win fall #1 & # 3. win match) vs. Masada (win fall # 2)
6. Main Event - No Hold Barred Heavyweight Title Match
Challenger Homeless Hugh Rogue with Steve Moody vs. Champion Hotstuff Hernandez (win & retain title)

RCW News

River City Wrestling has posted the following information on its myspace page:

Friday, March 17, 2006

RCW News: Rumbo; Don Juan on WWE Heat; Hernandez in TNA; RCW show March 18
For Immediate Release
Friday, March 17, 2006
For Information Contact:
Brandon Oliver
210-842-8398 or fax: 210-615-8832

RCW Update
River City Wrestling appears in Spanish newspaper; Don Juan on WWE Heat; Hernandez in TNA; show on March 18

River City Wrestling -- a San Antonio-based pro wrestling promotion -- is in the March 17 issue of Rumbo Magazine. This magazine is in Spanish, and is distributed through the Alamo CIty area.

To access the article, visit http://www.diariosrumbo.com/rumbo/articulo.asp?idart=360714&idcat=3796

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River City Wrestling's Don Juan of the Texas Treats will apear on the upcoming WWE Heat Webcast. Don Juan wrestled Matt Striker at the WWE Monday Night RAW tapings this past Monday in Beaumont, Texas. He was the only Texas wrestler to receive a match. The match will be viewed at http://www.wwe.com.

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River City Wrestling's Champion -- Hotstuff Hernandez -- also made headlines this week at NWA-TNA's TV tapings. "The 300-pound Tex-Mex T-Rex" will continue to make appearances for TNA.

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The next River City Wrestling event has been announced for Saturday, March 18, 2006 at the YWCA, 503 Castroville Rd. This is a larger facility than previous events which have been "Standing Room Only." The February RCW event had 200 paying fans overflowing the room, so it might be a good idea for fans to take advantage of RCW's advance ticket program available through their webpage www.rcw-wrestling.com.

Tickets are $5 in advance, or $7 at the door.

Fans may purchase tickets at:
YWCA
503 Castroville Rd.
(210) 433-9922
Or through PayPal at rcw-wrestling.com.
Promoter Brandon Oliver and Commissioner Yebisu have agreed that this event will "Break All of the Rules" as each match will have a special stipulation.

Matches include:

Best Two Out of Three Falls:
Fast Eddie Vegas vs. Masada
First Fall = Win by pinfall, submission, countout or disqualification
Second Fall = Submission Match
Third Fall (if necessary) = Pinfalls Count Anywhere Match

Lumberjack Strap Match
Where select fans will serve as the lumberjacks!
Spiro vs. Quinten Allen

RCW Championship Match - No Holds Barred
Hotstuff Hernandez defends against "Homeless" Hugh Rogue

RCW Tag Team Championship - Ladder Match - Three-Way Contest
The Nerdy Boys defend against The Texas Treats and the Natural Athletes

Street Fight
Ikaika vs. an opponent to be named by Aguila Negro
If Ikaika wins, he has five minute in the ring with Aguila
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Upcoming RCW Events:
Saturday, March 18 - YWCA, 503 Castroville Rd. 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 in advance, $7 at the door.

Saturday, April 1 - YWCA, 503 Castroville Rd. 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 in advance, $7 at the door.

For more information, including press photos, contact Brandon Oliver at (210) 842-8398, or visit rcw-wrestling.com. Card is subject to change.

http://www.rcw-wrestling.com
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RCW Press Release

River City Wrestling president Brandon Oliver sent out this press release today:

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, March 14, 2006
For Information Contact:
Brandon Oliver
210-842-8398 or fax: 210-615-8832

Texas wrestlers appear at WWE Monday Night RAW
Don Juan wrestles Matt Striker in a match to be shown on WWE Heat

Three grapplers from the Lone Star State appeared at WWE's Monday Night RAW (March 13 episode) tapings in Beaumont, Texas. Don Juan, Chris Marval, and Fast Eddie Vegas were at the event.

Don Juan faced Matt Striker in a match that will be shown on WWE Heat, which is webcast through the Internet this week at http://www.wwe.com.

Marval and Vegas were on the live nationally-broadcast RAW as security guards during the Big Show/Kane/Triple H/John Cena segment.

River City Wrestling congratulates all three of these athletes. This opportunity is well-deserved, and look for more bright things ahead for The Texas Treats and Fast Eddie Vegas!

For more information, including press photos, contact Brandon Oliver at (210) 842-8398, or visit rcw-wrestling.com.

http://www.rcw-wrestling.com
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WEEKEND REPORT

TWE Al Snow Show Tremendous Success

Texas Wrestling Entertainment and the Texas Wrestling Academy presented a show March 11th at the Bellaire Baptist Church Gym following an all-day clinic run by WWE Talent Agent Al Snow. Six matches entertained the vocal crowd. The show marked the return of Vicki to the TWE ring in her intergender match with Spector. The Texas Wrestling Academy crew were all impressive with the youngsters continuing to grow as in-ring performers and the veterens showing off their skills. All the matches were solid. The battle of the Bretts, Barnes vs. Thunder was particularly impressive as was the Main Event pitting challenger Jared Steele against TV Title Champion Milano Collection AT.

TWE Coming Event Announced.

Texas Wrestling Entertainment announced their next local event scheduled April 8th at the Bellaire Baptist Church. Details will be forthcoming at the TWE website. www.texaswrestlingentertainment.com

TWE Show Results
March 11th
Bellaire Baptist Church Gym

1. Vicki (win) vs. Spector
2. Skitzo (win) vs. Cowboy James Claxton
3. El Latino (win) vs. Jacob Ladder
4. Hector Navarro vs. Bigg Dogg (win)
5. Brett Barnes (win) vs. Brett Thunder
6. Main Event TV Title Championship
Challenger Jared Steele vs. Champion Milano Collection AT (win-retain title)

KISS-FM Car Show Cancels Wrestling

The wrestling matches advertised to occur at the KISS-FM "Best Damn Car Show" Sunday March 12th at Sam's Burger Joint were appearantly cancelled as no ring was set up and none of the workers selling tickets were able to provide further information.

TWE Press Release

Texas Wrestling Entertainment sent out the following press release.

Texas Wrestling Entertainment, Texas Only Major League Wrestling, continues its 2006 trend of bringing the very best Wrestling to the state of Texas, has a show sceduled for Del Rio Texas featuring 1/2 of a former WWE Tag Team Champion, the Wild Samoan Sika. TWE has recently come to terms on a talent trade with Sikas promotion out of Florida, and on 3/17, The Wild Samoan meets TWE head man Rudy Boy Gonzalez. Also, Sikas protege Bullldozer meets AA superstar Mr Texas.
Also, the Main Event features a rematch of a San Antonio match up between El Latino vs Big Dogg in a Mexican Street Fight. Also, Super 8 contender Milano Collection AT meets Brett Thunder for the TWE TV title, and Spector will issue an open challenge to ANYONE that wants to get in the ring with him. Plus, Vicki returns to TWE action.

Del Rio Civic Center
1915 Veterans Blvd.
Doors open 6:30.
Tickets
$5 Kids and Advance sales.
$7 at the door.

RCW Press Release

River City Wrestling sent out this press release.

For Immediate Release
Saturday, March 11, 2006
For Information Contact:
Brandon Oliver
210-842-8398 or fax: 210-615-8832

River City Wrestling News
RCW's commercial, new matches announced for March 18, and April show announced

River City Wrestling, San Antonio's Pro Wrestling organization, has a commercial that premieres tonight -- Saturday, March 11 -- during the broadcast of NWA-TNA. The commercial will also be shown on Monday. To see the commercial, visit http://www.rcw-wrestling.com.

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Upcoming RCW Events:
Saturday, March 18 - YWCA, 503 Castroville Rd. 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 in advance, $7 at the door.

Saturday, April 1 - YWCA, 503 Castroville Rd. 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 in advance, $7 at the door.
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New Matches for March 18!

The next River City Wrestling event has been announced for Saturday, March 18, 2006 at the YWCA, 503 Castroville Rd. This is a larger facility than the Hope of Glory Church which has been "Standing Room Only" since RCW moved in. The February RCW event had 200 paying fans overflowing the room, so it might be a good idea for fans to take advantage of RCW's advance ticket program available through their webpage www.rcw-wrestling.com.

Tickets are $5 in advance, or $7 at the door.

Fans may purchase tickets at:
YWCA
503 Castroville Rd.
(210) 433-9922
Or through PayPal at rcw-wrestling.com.
Promoter Brandon Oliver and Commissioner Yebisu have agreed that this event will "Break All of the Rules" as each match will have a special stipulation.

New matches include:

Best Two Out of Three Falls:
Fast Eddie Vegas vs. Masada
First Fall = Win by pinfall, submission, countout or disqualification
Second Fall = Submission Match
Third Fall (if necessary) = Pinfalls Count Anywhere Match

This is going to be an incredible match on a night filled with stipulation matches. Fast Eddie has had a match of the night candidate for every contest he has had in RCW. His last match against RCW Champion Hotstuff Hernandez had everyone on their feet for 20-plus minutes, with alternating chants of "Let's go Hotstuff" and "Let's go Eddie!" Despite the loss, Eddie impressed a lot of RCW fans, and they have demanded a high-profile match.

Masada, meanwhile, made his Texas return after touring with Big Japan pro wrestling on February 25. Masada faced Quinten Allen, a pure fight that went outside the building and into the parking lot. Masada is a tough-as-nails, a true hardcore athlete.

The first two falls may favor Vegas, and he will try to put away Masada early. If the match does indeed go to a third fall, then it become a Pinfalls Count Anywhere match, which is right up Masada's alley. Who knows where they may end up.

Match Change
Lumberjack Strap Match
Where select fans will serve as the lumberjacks!
Spiro vs. Quinten Allen

Changed from a bullrope match, once again RCW proves that it is interactive with its fans, and what better way than by making them lumberjacks. Not only that, but each lumberjacks will have a belt! Here's how it works... during the show, RCW will hold a raffle. Ten fans will be selected. Bring your own belts! As a wrestler leaves the ring... voluntarily or by being thrown out... the lumberjacks will whip the wrestler until he re-enters the ring! It's going to be insane!

Spiro has been on a bit of a downturn. With a poor showing in the Tag Team Championship Tournament, he took out his frustrations by shoving his partner to the mat. And Spiro has been vocal about wanting a title shot as his match with Hernandez never took place due to plenty of outside interference.Meanwhile, Allen has been impressive. With Dell and Montoya by his side, this trio has captured the attention of plenty of RCW fans. Despite their cocky and arrogant attitude, you have to give the credit when it's due -- Allen's an athlete. His recent outright brawl with Masada proved that he does have the dedication.This is a must-win situation. Both Oliver and Yebisu look at these two combatants as a future #1 contender for the championship.
The line-up also features:

RCW Championship Match - No Holds Barred
Hotstuff Hernandez defends against "Homeless" Hugh Rogue

On February 25, Hernandez successfully defended his title over Fast Eddie in a spectacular match. However, the "Tex-Mex T-Rex's" victory celebration was cut short when "Homeless" Hugh Rogue entered the ring and attacked Hernandez with a chair and challenged him to a "No Holds Barred" match. While the "powers that be" do not agree with this match, Hernandez demanded it... and pretty much, it's hard to argue with a 300-pound monster.Not much is known about Rogue. The mystery man came out of nowhere, and apparently goes from territory to territory, attempting to take out each company's top guy. Rogue finds himself in RCW -- but did he bite off more than he can chew? With the rulebook thrown out, anything... ANYTHING... will come into play.

RCW Tag Team Championship - Ladder Match - Three-Way Contest
The Nerdy Boys defend against The Texas Treats and the Natural Athletes

An incredible Tag Team Championship Tournament took place at February's show in which The Nerdy Boys wrestled three times, as well as The Texas Treats. In the end, The Nerds scored the upset over The Treats to become RCW's first Tag Team Champions. On the way to the victory, The Nerds scored a victory over their most hated opponents -- The Natural Athletes, comprised of "One Man" Mike Dell and Hector Montoya.Commissioner Yebisu also became the manager of the Don Juan and Chris Marval, and immediately issued a title shot for his newfound team. Oliver, however, has decided to up the ante by throwing the Athletes into the mix. Furthermore, this match is a Ladder Match, and with these three teams, this has the potential to steal the show!

Street Fight
Ikaika vs. an opponent to be named by Aguila Negro
If Ikaika wins, he has five minute in the ring with Aguila

Ever since Aguila turned his back on his friend and mentor, he has been out to put Ikaika on the shelf. Last show, Aguila attempted to bring in a "ringer" in the form of Slam Shady. However, Ikaika got the best of Aguila's hired gun, and issued a challenge to Aguila to find anyone he can for a Street Fight -- come as you are in this no-rules contest.Who will Aguila bring in to face the Hawaiian Warrior? Aguila will make a careful selection, as if Ikaika wins, he has to stay in the ring for five minutes with the most intense fighter in RCW!
More matches to be announced! Keep checking back!

For more information, including press photos, contact Brandon Oliver at (210) 842-8398, or visit rcw-wrestling.com. Card is subject to change.

http://www.rcw-wrestling.com
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ACW News Show Dates and Venue Announced.

Prince Fontenot was able to clear up the dates and venues for next weekends shows in an email response. American Championship Wrestling will be in Kerrville Saturday March 18th at the Notre Dame Auditorium at 7 pm. On Sunday March 19th, ACW will be back in San Antonio at The Venue at 800 Lexington doors open at 3 pm, bell at 4 pm. This is a new location for ACW and 3 dates have already been announced. Future events are April 23rd and May 21st. Get $1 off admission with a flyer available at TheVenueSA.com

Upcoming San Antonio Events

Saturday March 18th - River City Wrestling - YWCA, 503 Castroville Rd. 6:30 p.m.
Sunday March 19th - American Championship Wrestling - The Venue, 800 Lexington 4 p.m.
Sunday March 26th - Texas Wrestling Entertainment - Lowlow Car Show - Camargo Park, 5738 HWY 90 11 a.m.-7 p.m. (bell time not announced)
Saturday April 1st - River City Wrestling - YWCA, 503 Castroville Rd. 6:30 pm
Sunday April 2nd - Texas Wrestling Entertainment - Wrestlemania 22 Pre-Game Show - Fatso's Sports Bar, 1704 Bandera Rd. - (start time to be announced)
Saturday April 8th - Texas Wrestling Entertainment - Bellaire Baptist Church Gym, 105 Clovis 7 p.m.
Saturday April 9th - Texas Wrestling Entertainment - Lowlow Car Show - Camargo Park, 5738 HWY 90 11 a.m.-7 p.m. (bell time not announced)
Sunday April 23rd - American Championship Wrestling - The Venue, 800 Lexington 4 p.m.
Sunday May 21st - American Championship Wrestling - The Venue, 800 Lexington 4 p.m.

TWE & RCW Press Releases and Uncomfirmed Match Dates

TWE Star to Super 8 Tourney

Texas Wrestling Entertainment sent out the following press release today:

HUGE TWE NEWS

Add Milano Collection to the list of former Rudy Boy Gonzalez trainees to be invited to SUPER 8, a tournament held every year by ECWA. this years event will be held April 8, 2006 at the Greater Newark Boys' & Girls' Club in New Jersey, 109 Glasgow Drive.
Past individuals have been Paul London, Spanky(2), and American Dragon, with London winning the tournament in 2003.
The list of participants this year are as follows.....

CHARLIE HASS

MILANO COLLECTION AT

DANNY DANIELS

ANDRE LYONS

BRYAN LOGAN

JOSH DANIELS

SCOTT LOST

DAVEY RICHARDS


Congratulations to all involved, and a HUGE congratulations to Milano Collection AT and good luck.FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS HUGE EVENT, AND THE PARTICPANTS, PLEASE GO TOwww.ecwaprowrestling.com/super8.html

RCW Show Details

River City Wrestling Sent out the following press release today:

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
For Information Contact:
Brandon Oliver
210-842-8398 or fax: 210-615-8832

San Antonio's Pro Wrestling to Hold Next Event March 18 at the YWCA

The next River City Wrestling event has been announced for Saturday, March 18, 2006 at the YWCA, 503 Castroville Rd. This is a larger facility than the Hope of Glory Church which has been "Standing Room Only" since RCW moved in. The February RCW event had 200 paying fans overflowing the room, so it might be a good idea to take advantage of RCW's advance ticket program available through their webpage www.rcw-wrestling.com.

Tickets are $5 in advance, or $7 at the door.

Fans may purchase tickets at:
YWCA
503 Castroville Rd.
(210) 433-9922
Or through PayPal at rcw-wrestling.com.
Promoter Brandon Oliver and Commissioner Yebisu have agreed that this event will "Break All of the Rules" as each match will have a special stipulation.

The line-up features:

RCW Championship Match - No Holds Barred
Hotstuff Hernandez defends against "Homeless" Hugh Rogue

On January 28, Hernandez successfully defended his title over Fast Eddie in a spectacular match. However, the "Tex-Mex T-Rex's" victory celebration was cut short when "Homeless" Hugh Rogue entered the ring and attacked Hernandez with a chair and challenged him to a "No Holds Barred" match. While the "powers that be" do not agree with this match, Hernandez demanded it... and pretty much, it's hard to argue with a 300-pound monster.Not much is known about Rogue. The mystery man came out of nowhere, and apparently goes from territory to territory, attempting to take out each company's top guy. Rogue finds himself in RCW -- but did he bite off more than he can chew? With the rulebook thrown out, anything... ANYTHING... will come into play.

RCW Tag Team Championship - Ladder Match - Three-Way Contest
The Nerdy Boys defend against The Texas Treats and the Natural Athletes

An incredible Tag Team Championship Tournament took place at January's show in which The Nerdy Boys wrestled three times, as well as The Texas Treats. In the end, The Nerds scored the upset over The Treats to become RCW's first Tag Team Champions. On the way to the victory, The Nerds scored a victory over their most hated opponents -- The Natural Athletes, comprised of "One Man" Mike Dell and Hector Montoya.Commissioner Yebisu also became the manager of the Don Juan and Chris Marval, and immediately issued a title shot for his newfound team. Oliver, however, has decided to up the ante by throwing the Athletes into the mix. Furthermore, this match is a Ladder Match, and with these three teams, this has the potential to steal the show!

Street Fight
Ikaika vs. an opponent to be named by Aguila Negro
If Ikaika wins, he has five minute in the ring with Aguila

Ever since Aguila turned his back on his friend and mentor, he has been out to put Ikaika on the shelf. Last show, Aguila attempted to bring in a "ringer" in the form of Slam Shady. However, Ikaika got the best of Aguila's hired gun, and issued a challenge to Aguila to find anyone he can for a Street Fight -- come as you are in this no-rules contest.Who will Aguila bring in to face the Hawaiian Warrior? Aguila will make a careful selection, as if Ikaika wins, he has to stay in the ring for five minutes with the most intense fighter in RCW!

Stipulation to be announced
Spiro vs. Quinten Allen

Spiro has been on a bit of a downturn. With a poor showing in the Tag Team Championship Tournament, he took out his frustrations by shoving his partner to the mat. And Spiro has been vocal about wanting a title shot as his match with Hernandez never took place due to plenty of outside interference.Meanwhile, Allen has been impressive. With Dell and Montoya by his side, this trio has captured the attention of plenty of RCW fans. Despite their cocky and arrogant attitude, you have to give the credit when it's due -- Allen's an athlete. His recent outright brawl with Masada proved that he does have the dedication.This is a must-win situation. Both Oliver and Yebisu look at these two combatants as a future #1 contender for the championship. More matches to be announced! Keep checking back!

For more information, including press photos, contact Brandon Oliver at (210) 842-8398, or visit rcw-wrestling.com. Card is subject to change.

http://www.rcw-wrestling.com
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Brandon Oliver
Owner - River City Productions, est. 2002
Promoter - River City Wrestling, est. 2002
Phone - (210) 842-8398
Fax - (210) 615-8832
E-Mail - rcwprez@rivercitywrestling.net
Web - http://www.rivercitywrestling.net, http://www.rcw-wrestling.com
4319 Medical Drive, #131-126
San Antonio, TX 78229

Uncomfirmed Match Dates

After reporting yesterday that ACW is planning two shoes in March I began searching for confirmation of these dates and locations. The official ACW site is still not updated and makes no mention of any future dates. The schedule page at www.jacobladder.net reports that Ladder will be in San Antonio 3 times in March. Ladder is scheduled to appear at the March 11th TWE show at the Bellaire Baptist Church 105 Clovis. Ladder also lists two ACW appearances. On March 12th, Ladder will be at an ACW show at Sam's Burger Joint 330 E. Grayson. No bell time is mentioned and the webpage for Sam's Burger Joint does not mention any wrestling on this date, instead listing a carshow sponsored by Kiss-FM Radio. The KISS webpage entry on the carshow does mention "wrestling matches" under the "More Attractions" heading but does not credit ACW or any other related information.

Jacob Ladder also lists a scheduled appearance for ACW on March 18th. There is no mention of venue or bell time. This date conflicts with the report filed yesterday that ACW will be doing a show March 19th. "Sam's Burger Joint" has a scheduled night of music on the 18th and nothing announced for the 19th. It is likely that the venue will be the Apollo Playhouse, but the date is up in the air. If Jacob Ladder's page is correct, then Quinten Allen would be scheduled to compete for two shows in one day. With the 4 pm start time that ACW regulary follows at the Apollo Playhouse, it would be possible for Quinten to make both shows, but it would be very challenging. If Quinten Allen is correct in telling me the date is the 19th, that would make Jacob Ladder wrong. I'm just not comfortable telling Jacob Ladder that he is wrong. If I can confirm the details of these shows, I'll report them post haste. I apologize for my error in reporting the shows earlier without confirmation.

One other wrestler lists an upcoming San Antonio appearance on his webpage. Andrew Dalton of the Hardbodies has recently updated his webpage http://adalton.vze.com to include an RCW appearance on April 1st. River City Wrestling has not officially announced a show on this date so no venue is known at this time. Hopefully this isn't some sort of cruel April Fool's trick perpetrated by the Second Generation Wrestler.

Details of these and other shows will be published as soon (if not sooner) as they are made public.

March Shows Updates

San Antonio Wrestling fans should be thrilled to learn that there are 5 opportunites in the next 3 weeks to enjoy wrestling matches. While in Corpus Christi I attended a free Lucha Libre show and ran into Quinten Allen in the crowd. Quinten tells me that ACW will be running shows on the next two Sundays, March 12th and March 19th. The ACW webpage has yet to post the updates, but ACW shows generally start at 4 pm at the Apollo Playhouse 1216 West Avenue.

The schedule for the next three weeks:
March 11 TWE Bellaire Baptist Church Church Gym 105 Clovis 7 PM
March 12 ACW Apollo Playhouse 1216 West Avenue 4 PM
March 18 RCW YWCA 503 Castroville Road 7 PM
March 19 ACW Apollo Playhouse 1216 West Avenue 4 PM
March 26 TWE at the Lowlow Car Show 5738 Hwy 90 11 AM-7 PM

TWE Announces Matches for March 11th

TV Title Match Announced

Rudy Boy Gonzalez, owner of Texas Wrestling Entertainment posted the following information on the TWE Website:

Thursday, March 02, 2006

1st Match signed for March 11th
On 2/15 TWE TV Champion Milano Collection was supposed to meet Texas Superstar Jared Steel in a title match fir the TV belt. Milano was held up in his native country of Japan, and was not able to get to San Antonio in time for the scheduled match with Steel.
Both individuals have agreed to a match on 3/11 at the Bellaire Baptist Church gym, located at 116 Clovis drive. Also, Former Shawn Michaels Wrestling Academy graduate Martin Styles returns to TWE to face Texas Wrestling Academy's Brett Thunder.
Scheduled to take part in the clinic that will be held earlier in the day will be Specter, Brett Barnes, Skitzo, and others from around the state.
For more information go to http://www.texaswrestlingentertainment.com/

Al Snow Clinic Information

Gonzalez also posted the following information concerning the Al Snow Clinic being run that day.

Friday, March 03, 2006

AL SNOW PRO WRESTLING CLINIC - Come Prepared Category: Sports
On Saturday March 11th, WWE superstar and Tough Enough head trainer Al Snow comes into San Antonio, Texas to run a special one day Pro Wrestling clinic. To date there have been several inquiries about what he's looking for, what is going to happen, etc, etc, etc. Hopefully this wil answer some of those questions.
Doors will open at 9am. The sooner everyone gets signed in, the sooner training starts. The fee is only $50. Please have exact change.
One of the main emphasis in being in the developmental program is training. The clinic will cover training. Cardio, Drills, Holds, etc, etc, etc. there will be a Question and Answer session set aside, but at anytime if you have a question....ask.
What are we looking for. Not neccassaryly the biggest guy or the fastest, or the guy with the coolest moves. The clinic has an emphasis on the fundamentals, and basics. Working your way through a match and making it entertaining while being safe to you and your opponent is #1.
Who has potential. You cant judge potential by just looking at some on in a match. Theres more to it. Training habits, attitude, and reaction all follow under that umbrella. Do you have an attitude? Do you think your better than the next guy? Is this clinic an inconvenience to you? Those are all atitudes that exist in the Indy enviroment, and why? If you were really that good you wouldn't be in the Indiesworking at a bingo hall for $25. Everyone that is at this level could use a little nudge.
After the clinic there will be a Tough Enough event. This is scheduled to start at 7pm. This is where you will be able to show that what ever was talked about, or demonstrated, you will put to use. Therefore, this event will be open to only those that participated in the clinic.
Do you have a tape..picture????? Bring it. This is something that a lot of Indy boys completely overlook. How can someone remember you after seeing a thousand others just like you in the course of a week. A picture gives you a sense of 'professionalism'. Sort of a business card. Make sure you introduce yourself. Dont assume you are known throughout the wrestling world. Your not.
Don't sit at home and say, 'why go, it won't happen to me'. Who told you that. Not me. It won't happen if you don't give it a chance to happen. If you have any kind of potential, you will get noticed.
Come prepared to sweat. learn and listen and entertain.


SA Indy Wrestling Scene Comments on March 11th show

Don't miss this show. Steele and Milano are top-rate talents. A title change could happen. Al Snow is one of the most entertaining personalities ever involved in professional wrestling. The "Tough-Enough" aspect of this show will provide an incredible range of talents striving to impress perhaps the most respected talent scout in the business. Get there early because this show should be standing room only no matter how large the gym at the Bellaire Baptist Church may be. Check out the TWE Webpage. Since the renovation, the page is being updated regularly. www.texaswrestlingentertainment.com

TWE ON THE ROAD

TWE at Ricky Morton Invitational Tag Tournament

The wrestlers of the Texas Wrestling Academy and TWE continue to travel and compete in events outside San Antonio and outside Texas. Several wrestlers familiar to San Antonio fans recently made the trip to Tulsa, Oklahoma to compete in the Ricky Morton Invitational Tag Tournament. Hector Navarro & El Latino defeated Spectre (sic) and Se7en in the quarterfinals and met up with the team of Brett Thunder & Skitzo in the Semi-Finals. Thunder & Skitzo advanced to the finals, eventually losing to the team of Ricky Morton & Aaron Armor. (results courtesy of www.oklafan.com)

More TWE Events announced

The calendar of events at the Texas Wrestling Entertainment web page lists several upcoming events, both locally and outside the Alamo City. Wrestlers from TWE will be appearing in shows in Del Rio and Cornelia, Ohio during March. Additionally there is the Gym Wars/Tough Enough show March 11th with Al Snow which has been reported earlier. TWE also has entered into a relationship with the LOWLOW CARSHOWS. Two dates have been listed for shows at Camargo Park 5738 Hwy 90. The shows are March 26 and April 9. TWE wrestling is only a small part of the activities which will take place at those shows. The shows run from 11 am to 7 pm and cost $10 with a flyer available at the website www.nextcarshow.com) $12 without the flyer. Details concerning what matches, how many matches and match times are not currently available. Hopefully TWE will provide some information on their webpage.

RCW Webpage Update

River City Wrestling has released the promotional poster for their upcoming show March 18th. The Poster features RCW Champion Hotstuff Hernandez with the Headline "Breaking All Of The Rules" and the words "Streetfight Tables! Ladders! Chairs!" which clearly refer to the two matches already announced. Hernandez faces Homeless Hugh Rogue and Ikaika is facing a mystery opponent chosen by Aguila Negro with the stipulation that if Ikaika wins he gets Aguila Negro in the ring for 5 minutes. Both matches are no disqualification matches.