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IWA Mid-South News for 09.07.04
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by Stacy McMackin, Moderator
First off, for fans who have been having trouble accessing the web site, the iwamidsouthwrestling.com domain is in the process of being transferred. However, you can still access the web site and all of its content at the following location...
http://www.freewebs.com/iwamidsouth/
The web site should be back to normal shortly.
Also, don't forget the weekly Tuesday night IWA chat at the Official IWA Mid-South Yahoo Group tonight at 8pm Central/9pm Eastern. Visit http://groups.yahoo.com/group/iwamidsouth to participate.
We are just over a week away from the biggest week in IWA Mid-South Wrestling during 2004, featuring an Indiana quadruple shot of events in Evansville, New Albany, and Highland. Below is all of the information on the 24 wrestlers competing in this year's Ted Petty Invitational tournament, as well as lineup information and driving directions concerning all four shows.
The 2004 TPI tournament will take place on Friday & Saturday, September 17th & 18th, at the Lincoln Center (2450 Lincoln Street) in Highland, IN. Bell time each night is 7:30pm. Tickets are available in advance as weekend passes covering both nights. Weekend passes are available at $50, $40, and $30. The two night passes will be available at the door on Friday until 7pm. Single night tickets will also be available at the door each night, while they last. Venue capacity is 380 fans. This will be the fifth installment of the former Sweet Science Sixteen tournament, renamed to honor a master of many wrestling styles, the late "Flyboy Rocco Rock" Ted Petty. Previous years saw...
2000 - Chris Hero Below is a recap of the 24 wrestlers announced for TPI participation.
1. AUSTIN ARIES. The first wrestler invited for TPI participation by Ian Rotten, after a match against Matt Sydal on 4/17 in Lafayette. Went to the finals of the ECWA Super 8 tournament this year, while also frequently competing for ROH and IWA. This will be his first SS16/TPI appearance.
2. MATT SYDAL. Former IWA Light Heavyweight Champion; was also invited for TPI participation on 4/17 in Lafayette. Made his IWA debut in November 2003, and quickly established himself, winning the Light Heavyweight Title in January 2004, and having a Match of the Year contender against AJ Styles during April. This will be his first SS16/TPI appearance.
3. "Spyder" NATE WEBB. Was invited by Ian Rotten after their bout in the first round of the 2004 KOTDM tournament. Former IWA Light Heavyweight Champion. Will likely be the only wrestler to compete in both the KOTDM and TPI tournaments during 2004. This will be his third SS16/TPI appearance.
4. BJ WHITMER. Winner of 2002 Ted Petty Invitational tournament, defeating CM Punk in the finals. Former multiple time IWA World Heavyweight Champion. This will be his fourth SS16/TPI appearance.
5. RODERICK STRONG. Trainer at NWA Florida's wrestling school. Made his IWA debut in April 2004 and made an immediate impact over the April Bloodshowers/Simply The Best 5 weekend. Has made great strides across the independent wrestling scene this year. This will be his first SS16/TPI appearance.
6. CHRIS HERO. Co-trainer at Chikara Wrestle Factory in Allentown, PA. Winner of 2000 Sweet Science Sixteen tournament, defeating Harry Palmer in the finals. Former multiple time IWA World Heavyweight Champion. Made it to the finals last year against Alex Shelley and Danny Daniels. This will be his fifth SS16/TPI appearance.
7. PETEY WILLIAMS. Current IWA World Heavyweight Champion, after defeating BJ Whitmer on 5/8 in Highland, IN. Strongly considered for TPI participation last year, this Canadian athlete is a prominent member of the current TNA roster, representing Team Canada in competition. This will be his first SS16/TPI appearance.
8. "Soul Assassin" RAINMAN. This NWA Wildside based athlete made his IWA debut on 7/23 in Lafayette, impressing IWA management with his performance. This will be his first SS16/TPI appearance.
9. TODD SEXTON. Trainer at NWA Wildside's wrestling school. Had a strong first round match last year against AJ Styles, and has been invited to return to TPI competition again this year. This will be his second SS16/TPI appearance.
10. CHRIS SABIN. This star of TNA's X Division appeared for IWA before building his name on TNA PPV, and has continued to compete for the company ever since. Went out first round last year to Alex Shelley. This will be his second SS16/TPI appearance.
11. "American Dragon" BRYAN DANIELSON. This international superstar, trained by Shawn Michaels, regularly competes for New Japan Pro Wrestling as well as Ring of Honor. Made his way to IWA in July of 2004, falling to Arik Cannon in his debut match. Returned in August with a submission victory over Chris Hero. This will be his first SS16/TPI appearance.
12. ALEX SHELLEY. Currently a featured competitor in TNA as well as ROH, this Baby Bear gained a great deal of his early experience in IWA rings, particularly during a series of matches against Jimmy Jacobs. Went to the finals last year against Chris Hero and Danny Daniels. This will be his second SS16/TPI appearance.
13. JIMMY RAVE. This Georgia based athlete has competed in NWA Wildside, ROH, and CZW rings as of late, while making appearances every so often for IWA as well. Made it to the second round of the past two TPI tournaments. This will be his third SS16/TPI appearance.
14. HALLOWICKED. Star of the first graduating class at Chikara Wrestle Factory, this masked competitor, trained by Reckless Youth and Mike Quackenbush, is largely considered to be the best all around singles wrestler produced by the school. This will be his first SS16/TPI appearance.
15. "Anarchist" ARIK CANNON. After making his IWA debut on July 4, 2003, this Minnesota based grappler went on to have a strong first round match last year against Chris Hero. In the time since has had memorable bouts against the likes of Delirious, Ian Rotten, Samoa Joe, Tracy Smothers, and Hero (in rematches). Earned an impressive victory against "American Dragon" Bryan Danielson on 7/31. This will be his second SS16/TPI appearance.
16. "Double C" CLAUDIO CASTAGNOLI. The current Westside Xtreme Wrestling Heavyweight Champion. This member of Swiss Money Holding trained under Chris Hero, as well as in clinics with the likes of Dave Taylor, Tony St. Clair, and Skayde. Made his IWA debut in July of 2002. This will be his first SS16/TPI appearance.
17. DANNY DANIELS. Winner of the 2003 Ted Petty Invitational tournament, defeating Chris Hero and Alex Shelley in the finals. This former IWA World Heavyweight Champion had the longest reign of any IWA World Champion in recent memory. This will be his second SS16/TPI appearance.
18. NIGEL McGUINNESS. This British grappler debuted in IWA during 2003, with impressive bouts against the likes of BJ Whitmer and Chris Hero, among others. Went to the second round of last year's tournament, scoring a first round victory over Brad Bradley. Also competes for HWA, NBWA, and ROH when not appearing for IWA. This will be his second SS16/TPI appearance.
19. "Lightning" MIKE QUACKENBUSH. Co-trainer at Chikara Wrestle Factory in Allentown, PA. Mixes American pro wrestling style with lucha libre and puroresu influences. Debuted in IWA in the 2001 SS16 tournament, and made return appearances during each year that followed. This will be his second SS16/TPI appearance.
20. SAMOA JOE. This international star is currently undefeated in IWA singles competition, and is the reigning ROH World Champion. Made his way to IWA in April of 2004, defeating (at the time) IWA World Champ BJ Whitmer in a non-title bout. Scored victories against Arik Cannon, Steve Stone, Chris Hero, and Homicide in subsequent appearances. This will be his first SS16/TPI appearance.
21. SALVATORE RINAURO. Frequent wrestler for NWA Wildside. Made his IWA debut at the 2003 TPI, falling to Jimmy Jacobs in first round competition. Returned to IWA ranks during 2004, and has been invited back for this year's tournament. This will be his second SS16/TPI appearance.
22. AJ STYLES. Former NWA World Heavyweight Champion and TNA X Division Champion. Largely regarded as one of the best lighter weight wrestlers in the world today, with a dynamic high flying repertoire. Debuted in IWA during the 2002 TPI tournament, falling to Christopher Daniels in the first round. Returned for more TPI action in 2003, defeating Todd Sexton in the first round, and being eliminated by Danny Daniels in the second. This will be his third SS16/TPI appearance.
23. SUPER DRAGON. This masked wrestler frequently competes on the California independent scene. Appeared for IWA during the 2002 TPI weekend, being eliminated in the first round by Ace Steel, and competing in a four-way non-tournament match during the second night. This will be his second SS16/TPI appearance.
24. CM PUNK. Former multiple time IWA World Heavyweight Champion, as well as Light Heavyweight Champion. Debuted in IWA during 2000. Made it to the finals of the 2002 TPI tournament against BJ Whitmer. His resume includes ROH, MLW, TNA, and Japan's Zero-One promotion, among others. Returned to IWA during May 2004 after a ten month hiatus. This will be his fourth SS16/TPI appearance. Let's take a look at the lineups for all four events TPI week...
2001 - Ace Steel
2002 - BJ Whitmer
2003 - Danny Daniels
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WEDNESDAY - SEPTEMBER 15th
National Guard Armory - 3300 Division Street - Evansville, IN
7:30pm - All seats $15
***IWA World Heavyweight Title Match***
[Champion] PETEY WILLIAMS vs. CM PUNK
***Rematch From Simply The Best 5***
"The Phenomenal" AJ STYLES vs. MATT SYDAL
***Two out of Three Falls/Rematch From 8/21***
CHRIS HERO vs. "American Dragon" BRYAN DANIELSON
***Tables Match Between Death Match Kings***
[2002 KOTDM] THE NECRO BUTCHER vs. [2003 KOTDM] MAD MAN PONDO
***Women's Division Four-Way Match***
DAIZEE HAZE vs. TRACY BROOKS vs. MsCHIF vs. MICKIE KNUCKLES
"Spyder" NATE WEBB vs. "The New Age Punisher" B-BOY
"The Notorious 187" HOMICIDE vs. RODERICK STRONG
ALEX SHELLEY vs. "Double C" CLAUDIO CASTAGNOLI
Plus CASH FLO, CORPORAL ROBINSON, and more.
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THURSDAY - SEPTEMBER 16th
National Guard Armory - 2909 Grant Line Road - New Albany, IN
7:30pm - All seats $15
***IWA World Heavyweight Title Match***
[Champion] PETEY WILLIAMS vs. "The New Age Punisher" B-BOY
***Special Attraction***
"The Phenomenal" AJ STYLES vs. "American Dragon" BRYAN DANIELSON
***Three-Way NWA Midwest X Division Title Match***
[Champion] MATT SYDAL vs. "Spyder" NATE WEBB vs. DELIRIOUS
***Tag Team Challenge Match***
"Generation Next" ALEX SHELLEY & RODERICK STRONG vs. CHRIS HERO & NIGEL McGUINNESS
CM PUNK vs. "Double C" CLAUDIO CASTAGNOLI
"The Notorious 187" HOMICIDE vs. IAN ROTTEN
TRACY BROOKS vs. MICKIE KNUCKLES
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17th
Lincoln Center - 2450 Lincoln Street - Highland, IN
7:30pm - $50, $40, $30 for Fri/Sat weekend long passes
***First Round Matches***
CHRIS HERO vs. "Lightning" MIKE QUACKENBUSH
"American Dragon" BRYAN DANIELSON vs. ALEX SHELLEY
JIMMY RAVE vs. "The Phenomenal" AJ STYLES
DANNY DANIELS vs. TODD SEXTON
"Anarchist" ARIK CANNON vs. SUPER DRAGON
NIGEL McGUINNESS vs. "Double C" CLAUDIO CASTAGNOLI
"Spyder" NATE WEBB vs. HALLOWICKED
SALVATORE RINAURO vs. MATT SYDAL
PETEY WILLIAMS vs. BJ WHITMER
CHRIS SABIN vs. "Soul Assassin" RAINMAN
AUSTIN ARIES vs. CM PUNK
SAMOA JOE vs. RODERICK STRONG
Plus, in non-tournament bouts...
***Ladder Match For Vacant IWA Light Heavyweight Title***
JIMMY JACOBS vs. DELIRIOUS
***IWA Mid-South/NWA Midwest Women's Title Match***
[Champion] LACEY vs. MERCEDES MARTINEZ
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th
Lincoln Center - 2450 Lincoln Street - Highland, IN
7:30pm - $50, $40, $30 for Fri/Sat weekend long passes
***Final Rounds Of The Tournament***
Plus, in non-tournament bouts...
***Three-Way IWA World Tag Team Title Match***
[Champions] BRAD BRADLEY & RYAN BOZ vs. EDDIE KINGSTON & BLACK JACK MARCIANO vs. TANK & ICEBERG
***Non-Sanctioned/Falls Count Anywhere/Anything Goes***
IAN ROTTEN vs. "Metalhead" STEVE STONE
***IWA Women's Division Six-Way Special Attraction***
LACEY vs. MsCHIF vs. MERCEDES MARTINEZ vs. DAIZEE HAZE vs. RAIN vs. MICKIE KNUCKLES
Plus more non-tournament action on Saturday night!
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The official hotel of the Ted Petty Invitational weekend is the AmeriHost Inn, 7813 Indianapolis Blvd, Hammond, IN 46324. Their telephone number is 219-845-4678. Mention that you are with IWA, and you will receive a discounted room rate ($69 per night). Rooms available while they last, so make your reservations ASAP if you're planning on coming in from out of town to catch the TPI.
We are happy to inform the fans that Smart Mark Video will be in to shoot all four events for VHS and DVD releases!
Additionally on 9/18 from 11am to 2pm at the Lincoln Center will be a training seminar with former NWA World Heavyweight Champion "The Phenomenal" AJ STYLES! If you've ever wanted to get in the ring yourself and get a taste of what it's like to be a professional wrestler, this is your "fantasy camp" opportunity to learn about what it takes to physically perform in the ring from one of the very best in the business today. The seminar is open to fans with no pro wrestling experience, as well as those who may have some training under their belt already who would like to learn hands-on from AJ. The three hour seminar is limited to 25 people, and is available on a first come, first served basis. Cost is $75, and must be paid in full on Friday, 9/17. Only a few spots still remain. If you are interested in participating, please E-mail Patti at RottenWife@... to reserve your spot.
As soon as the training seminar concludes at 2pm, we will conduct a fan Q&A session for the remainder of the afternoon, with many of the wrestlers appearing during the weekend's events. Admission to the Q&A is free of charge to all fans, but seating will be limited. The Q&A, as always, will be filmed by Smart Mark Video for a future VHS release.
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DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO THE VENUES
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Lincoln Center - 2450 Lincoln Street - Highland, Indiana
Coming from the south (Louisville)...
Merge onto I-65 N.
Merge onto I-465 W via exit number 106.
Merge onto I-65 N via exit number 20- on the left- toward CHICAGO.
Merge onto US-30 W via exit number 253B toward MERRILLVILLE.
Turn RIGHT onto INDIANAPOLIS BLVD/ US-41.
Turn RIGHT onto LINCOLN ST.
Coming from the north (Chicago)...
Merge onto I-94 E toward INDIANA.
Merge onto CALUMET AVE S via exit number 1, on the right.
Turn LEFT onto RIDGE RD.
Turn RIGHT onto INDIANAPOLIS BLVD/ US-41.
Turn LEFT onto LINCOLN ST.
Coming from the southwest (Evansville)...
Merge onto US-41 N.
Merge onto I-64 W.
Take I-57 N toward CHICAGO.
Merge onto I-80 E via exit number 345A toward INDIANA/I-294 (Portions toll).
Merge onto CALUMET AVE S via exit number 1, on the right.
Turn LEFT onto RIDGE RD.
Turn RIGHT onto INDIANAPOLIS BLVD/ US-41.
Turn LEFT onto LINCOLN ST.
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National Guard Armory - 3300 Division Street - Evansville, IN
Coming from the north (Chicago)...
Merge onto I-57 S via exit number 63 toward MEMPHIS.
Take I-64 E toward LOUISVILLE.
Merge onto US-41 S via exit number 25A toward EVANSVILLE.
Take the IN-62 W/IN-66 E/LLOYD EXPWY. ramp toward ROBERTS STADIUM/UNIV. SOUTHERN INDIANA.
Turn LEFT onto IN-62 E/IN-66 E. Continue to follow IN-66 E.
Turn LEFT onto VANN AVE.
Turn RIGHT onto E DIVISION ST.
Coming from the east (Louisville)...
Merge onto I-64 W toward NEW ALBANY/ST LOUIS.
Merge onto I-164 S via exit number 29A toward EVANSVILLE/HENDERSON KY.
Merge onto IN-66 W via exit number 7B.
Turn RIGHT onto VANN AVE.
Turn RIGHT onto E DIVISION ST.
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National Guard Armory - 2909 Grant Line Road - New Albany, IN
Coming from the south (Louisville)...
Merge onto I-64 W toward NEW ALBANY/ST LOUIS.
Merge onto IN-62 E/I-265 E/LEE H HAMILTON HWY via exit number 121.
Take the IN-111/GRANT LINE RD exit- exit number 3.
Turn RIGHT onto GRANT LINE RD/IN-111.
Merge onto I-65 S.
Merge onto I-265 W/LEE H HAMILTON HWY via exit number 6B toward I-64/NEW ALBANY.
Take the IN-111/GRANT LINE RD exit- exit number 3.
Turn LEFT onto GRANT LINE RD/IN-111 S.
Coming from the west (Evansville)...
Merge onto US-41 N.
Turn RIGHT onto IN-57/SWOPE RD. Continue to follow IN-57.
Merge onto I-164 N/IN-57 N.
Merge onto I-64 E via exit number 21A toward LOUISVILLE.
Merge onto IN-62 E/I-265 E/LEE H HAMILTON HWY via exit number 121- on the left- toward I-65.
Take the IN-111/GRANT LINE RD exit- exit number 3.
Turn RIGHT onto GRANT LINE RD/IN-111.
Again, if you'd like to help IWA Mid-South distribute flyers for any of the TPI week events in your area, send an e-mail to dave_prazak@... with your contact information and availability.
Call the IWA hotlines at 502-569-1701 in Louisville and 630-585-3958 in Chicago.
Hotline Friends of IWA Mid-South
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The Ringside Report with Dwight & Andre
(based in Chicago)
847-604-3769
The Gerweck Report Hotline
(based in New York)
212-502-6636
IWA MID-SOUTH LIVE EVENT SCHEDULE
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(Event dates and locations subject to change)
09.15.04 Evansville, IN @ National Guard Armory (3300 Division Street)
09.16.04 New Albany, IN @ National Guard Armory (2909 Grant Line Road)
09.17.04 Highland, IN @ Lincoln Center (2450 Lincoln St.) "2004 Ted Petty Invitational"
09.18.04 Highland, IN @ Lincoln Center (2450 Lincoln St.) "2004 Ted Petty Invitational"
09.24.04 Lafayette, IN @ National Guard Armory (5220 East 200 South)
10.22.04 Lafayette, IN @ National Guard Armory (5220 East 200 South)
10.23.04 Highland, IN @ Lincoln Center (2450 Lincoln St.) "8th Anniversary Show"
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(502) 569-1701 Louisville
(630) 585-3958 Chicago
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