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Posted: Jan 29th 2007 By: mikeiles

News:
Former WCW & WWE Superstar and former WWE World Heavyweight Champion Bill Goldberg makes his prime time television debut, guest starring on NBC's "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" Tuesday, February 6th at 9pm central time. Goldberg guest stars as Cupid, a crazed convict.

On Monday January 22nd, WWE RAW wrestlers Jim Duggan and Ron Simmons visited the seventh graders in Kimberly English's class at Paul Breaux Middle School as part of their Get R.E.A.L. program.

In the new WWE magazine with John Cena on the cover, there is an interview with the Bull of the Woods, Dusty Rhodes, and the age old mystery is finally been solved... That's right, WWE magazine asked Dusty about the big splotch on his stomach, and he states that it has been with him since he left his "Momma's womb". It's a birth mark.

Chicago Bears guard Ruben Brown distributed T-shirts the first week of January and on the back were the words "Space Mountain". It was originally thought that the message was as long as the Bears will be in Florida to play in the Super Bowl, they plan on taking the winner's trip to Disney World. As it turns out, Ric Flair is the real reason behind all of the "Space Mountain" talk in the Bears locker room. Brown and the rest of the linemen are wrestling fans. Flair has been known to call himself Space Mountain because he claims it?s "the oldest ride in the park, but it's still got the longest line." Flair was on the Bears sidelines during their 39-14 win over the New Orleans Saints in the NFC Championship Game.

It is interesting to note that both Charlie Haas and Joey Mercury were not entered in the Royal Rumble but their respective tag team partners (Shelton Benjamin and Johnny Nitro) both were entered.

WWE posted an article noting that Raw commentator Jerry "The King" Lawler will draw Superman for an upcoming web project at DCComics.com. In the story, The King states that its ?the fulfillment of a lifelong fantasy.?

"Born to Controversy: The Roddy Piper Story" debuts on WWE Fanatics PPV on February 1st. "The Spectacular Legacy of AWA" debuts on March 1st.

Mick Foley was voted the 2006 Wrestling Observer Newsletter Best on Interviews. He edged out Edge, and Konnan. WWE champion John Cena was voted the Most Charismatic.

It is interesting to note that WWE's developmental feds has more than a few wrestlers that have some sort of local ties on their rosters. Deep South Wrestling has Ray Gordy (son of Terry Gordy) and Afa Jr. (son of Afa of The Wild Samoans). Ohio Valley Wrestling has Beth Phoenix (originally billed as Brent Albright's cousin), Cody Runnels (son of Dusty Rhodes), and Jake Hager (native of Perry, OK and a former heavyweight wrestler at the University of Oklahoma).

The sons of Ted DiBiase, Mike & Ted Jr., are on their way to the Pro Wrestling NOAH dojo in Japan.

TNA has been wanting to do Team 3D (Brother Ray & Brother Devon) vs. The Steiner Brothers (Rick Steiner & Scott Steiner) for a long time, but due to Scott's contract issues the timing has never worked out.

Dutch Mantel, Vince Russo and Jeff Jarrett have asked Mike Tenay to rejoin the booking committee. They have also asked Jim Cornette to join the committee and Cornette has agreed in principle but they haven't come to a deal over money yet.

Morale is down again in the TNA locker room. There is now a real divide between the star group (Kevin Nash, Sting, Kurt Angle, Christian Cage, Jeff Jarrett) and the rest of the roster. The star group not only gets more money, but also has a seperate dressing room from the rest of the workers

Hector Guerrero was seen backstage at TNA's "Final Resolution" pay-per-view on January 14th. Also seen backstage were Romeo Roselli & Antonio Thomas formerly known as The Heart Throbs in WWE. Roselli & Thomas were seen speaking at length with Terry Taylor, Vince Russo, and Jeff Jarrett.

Bam Bam Bigelow's death was mentioned on the ticker at the bottom of CNN Wednesday night. Phil Mushnick in the New York Post briefly mentioned the death of Bam Bam Bigelow and noted that in the end, nobody will care.

WWE has a tribute video to Bam Bam Bigelow on their website. You can view it at www.wwe.com/content/media/video/superstars/bam_bam_bigelow/bambamtribute

There is a slideshow on WNBC.com of 18 deceased wrestlers. The list ranges from Bam Bam Bigelow to Andre The Giant and includes Miss Elizabeth, Eddie Gilbert, Kerry Von Erich, Rick Rude and others with their age and cause of death listed. Dave Scherer of PWInsider.com guessed the slideshow was supposed to be making a point of how young they were (all were under the age of 50 at the time of their passing), but he didn't see how you can make any connection when you are including auto accidents (Junkyard Dog), freak incidents (Owen Hart) and health issues (Andre The Giant) with drug overdoses. You can see the slide show at www.wnbc.com/slideshow/news/5354493/detail.html

Oklafan would like to extend congratulations to NWA-U co-owner Christopher Fox on the birth of his daughter Alexandra on January 22nd. She weighed 7 pounds 7 ounces.

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Recent Results:
January 5th
Matt Riviera (w/ Boyd Bradford) vs. Gary Gram ended in a 15 minute draw at the NWA Mid-South event in Humboldt, TN. Later in the card, Riviera tagged with The Cowboys (w/ Boyd Bradford & Jim Casey) and wrestled Gary Gram, Rodney Grimes, & Blackbird Jazz to a Double DQ in a 2 out of 3 falls 6-Man Tag Team Match

January 18th
Tracy Smothers & Shane Williams defeated Donovan Daniels & Scotty McKeever for United Wrestling Association in Alcoa, TN

January 19th
Dingo def. Jeremy Wyatt, Kraig Keesaman and Mark Sterling in a Fatal 4-Way Match for the vacant NWA Missouri Title for NWA Central States Wrestling in St. Joseph, MO

January 20th
Cryme Tyme (Shad & J. T. G.) defeated The World's Greatest Tag Team (Charlie Haas & Shelton Benjamin) in New Orleans, LA

Kraig Keesaman def. Darrien Sanders in a First Blood Match for NWA Central States Wrestling in Lawrence, KS.

Kafu def. Jim Neidhart by DQ for All Pro Wrestling in Bakersfield, CA

January 21st
Cryme Tyme (Shad & J. T. G.) defeated The World's Greatest Tag Team (Charlie Haas & Shelton Benjamin) in Biloxi, MS

ICW Tag Team Champions Reckless Abandon (w/ Big E) def. Anthony Wayne & Randall Shane for Independent Championship Wrestling in Bowling Green, KY

January 22nd
The World's Greatest Tag Team (Charlie Haas & Shelton Benjamin) defeated The Highlanders (Rory McAllister & Robbie McAllister) during the WWE Heat tapings in Lafayette, LA

January 24th
Victoria Crawford & Serena defeated ODB & Beth Phoenix in a dark match at the Ohio Valley Wrestling TV taping in Louisville, KY. In a match taped for TV, Jake Hager defeated Mike Toler.

January 25th
La Resistance (Sylvain Grenier & Rene Dupree) defeated The World's Greatest Tag Team (Charlie Haas & Shelton Benjamin) for Pro Wrestling Alliance in Pasadena, TX

Jake Hager defeated Pat Buck (w/ Roni Jonah & Melody), and John Bolen & Ariel defeated Idol Stevens & Beth Phoenix at the Ohio Valley Wrestling house show in Muncie, IN

January 26th
Brent Albright, Jimmy Jacobs & Lacey def. Colt Cabana, B. J. Whitmer & Daisee Haze in a No DQ Mixed Tag Team Match for Ring of Honor in Braintree, MA

Jim Neidhart def. Bison Bravado for National Wrestling Superstars in Woodbridge, NJ

Chase Stevens vs. Jerry Lynn ended in a No-Contest for United States Wrestling Organization in Nashville, TN

January 27th
Colt Cabana & Sara Del Ray def. Brent Albright & Lacey for Ring of Honor in Edison, NJ.

Beau James vs. Bobby Eaton was declared a Double DQ when both men pulled out chains in front of the referee for Championship Wrestling in Kingsport, TN

Pat Buck & Johnny Bunch defeated Chris Rombola & Jake Hager, and Mary Sousay, Serena, Victoria Crawford & OVW Women's Champion Katie Lea defeated Beth Phoenix, Jennifer, Melody, Roni Jonah, & Charlene in a Divcas tug-of-war at a Ohio Valley Wrestling house show in Elizabethtown, KY

Jim Neidhart & Rogue def. Bison Bravado & Danny Damento for National Wrestling Superstars in Brick, NJ

Trailer Park Heat def. Major DeBeers for Gimmicks Only Underground Grappling Entertainment in Roxboro, NC

The Honky Tonk Man def. Doink the Clown for Impact Zone Wrestling in Sacaton, AZ

January 28th
Ric Flair was the first entrant in WWE's Royal Rumble and was eliminated 1st by WWE RAW Tag Team Champion Edge in San Antonio, TX

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Upcoming Matches:
February 1st
Matt Riviera will be facing Don Bass in the feature bout for Rampage Pro Wrestling in Metropolis, IL

February 2nd
Jake Roberts is scheduled for the Full Impact Pro event in Melbourne, FL

Bobby Eaton & Scott Sterling vs. Ricky Morton & Bullet Bill is scheduled for NWA All-Star Wrestling in Haysi, VA

The Naturals vs. Chris Michaels & Shawn Schultz is scheduled for United States Wrestling Organization in Nashville, TN

Matt Riviera is among the stars scheduled for NWA Mid-South in Humboldt, TN

February 3rd
The Steiner Brothers (Rick Steiner & Scott Steiner) will face Team 3-D (Brother Ray & Brother Devon) for United Wrestling Federation in Wilmington, NC

Jake Roberts will take on Larry Sweeney in a Grudge Match for Full Impact Pro in Crystal River, FL

Spoiler 2000 is among the superstars scheduled for Anarchy Championship Wrestling in Marshall, TX

Kraig Keesaman will face Darrien Sanders is scheduled for Central States Wrestling in Ottowa, KS

B. J. Turner vs. Action Jackson is scheduled for Professional Championship Wrestling's weekly show "Full Throttle" in Arlington, TX

February 9th
AWA World Champion Steve Corino will defend the title against Greg Valentine at the AWA-Brew City event in Waukesha, WI

Jake Roberts vs. James Storm is scheduled for NWA Wrestle Birmingham. Also on scheduled to appear are Dennis Condrey, Brad Armstrong, Robert Fuller, and Brickhouse Brown.

February 10th
Ted DiBiase is scheduled for NWA Upstate in Henrietta, NY

King Kong Bundy is among the stars scheduled when Stars & Stripes Wrestling returns to Clifton, NJ

Ricky Morton is scheduled for the AWA World-1 South event in Cordele, GA

Kamala & Koko B. Ware are scheduled for Championship International Wrestling in Adrian, MI

February 11th
Sting will take on Abyss (w/ James Mitchell) in a Prison Yard Match at TNA's "Against All Odds" pay-per-view event in Orlando, FL. Also scheduled is A. J. Styles.

Greg Valentine & Jason Bane will face Tracy Smothers, J. T. Lightning, & Gypsy Joe in a Handicap Match for Cleveland All-Pro Wrestling in Cleveland, OH

February 16th
Brent Albright is scheduled for Ring of Honor in New York, NY

February 17th
Brent Albright will face Ricky Reyes for International Wrestling Cartel in Elizabeth, PA

Asylum Championship Wrestling will present its first card in their new home in Colorado Springs, CO. Matches set so far include a 4-Way Elimination Match for the newly reinstated ACW Cruiserweight Title. Particpants will include J. T. LaMotta, Matt Garza, Cade Sydal, and Rob Ryzin. Plus ACW Hardcore Champion Rexx Reed will face Carnage. Also on the card, a 10-Man New Blood Asylum Royale where the winner gets a shot at ACW Heavyweight Champion John O'Malley.

February 23rd
Brent Albright is scheduled for Ring of Honor in Dayton, OH

February 24th
Jake Roberts will take on Raven at the UXW event in Orlando, FL

Brent Albright is scheduled for Ring of Honor in Chicago, IL

The Honky Tonk Man will face Helter Skelter is scheduled for Pro Wrestling Press in Philadelphia, PA

Bobby Eaton (w/ Rob Knight) will face Beau James (w/ Josh Crawford) in a Chain on a Pole Match for Championship Wrestling in Kingsport, TN

Mid-States Wrestling & All-Star Wrestling Unified Heavyweight Champion Kevin Lovejones will defend the title against Michael Barry in the main event of Mid-States Wrestling's first show of the new year in Harrison, AR. Also on the card Jack Dalton teams with Lexington Starr to take on Bubba Hall & Sassy Merlot in an Intergender Tag Team Match. Also scheduled to appear are Jason Jones, Jake Boulder, Cast-Iron Cothern (w/ Boss Campbell), Gary Gram, Kenny Campbell, Mike Iles, and many more.

March 2nd
The Naturals (Andy Douglas & Chase Stevens) are among the stars scheduled for United Wrestling Federation in Gainesville, GA

March 10th
Gary Gram takes on Prince al-Farat at Mid-South Wrestling's "Booneville Brawl" in Booneville, AR. Also scheduled to appear are Danny Hodge, Tom Jones, Dexter Hardaway, Cody Jones, Shane Rollings, Eric Rose, Krusher Kanine, and Reckage & Romance (Matt Riviera & Jeff Jett)

March 16th
A. J. Styles will face Samoa Joe at the Northeast Wrestling show in Danbury, CT

March 24th
Abyss will face A. J. Styles at the International Wrestling Cartel show in Franklin, PA. Plus, Greg Valentine will face Tito Santana in a match with special referee Ivan Putski.

March 31st
A. J. Styles is scheduled for 1PW in Doncaster, England

Jack Dalton, Mitch Carter, Kenny Campbell, Jason Jones, Michael Barry, Sassy Merlot, and many more are scheduled for the Mid-States Wrestling show in Harrison, AR

April 2007 (exact date to be announced)
World Impact Wrestling & XXXChurch.com are teaming together for a professional wrestling event in April 2007 at the legendary Center Stage Theater in Atlanta, GA. In the main event, XXXChurch.com founder Craig Gross will face legendary adult film star Ron Jeremy. Plus, Greg Valentine takes on Jimmy Snuka. Also Elix Skipper faces Johnny Ova (w/ Bobby Riedel) in a Ladder Match. Also scheduled to appear are Ted DiBiase and Brutus Beefcake, and many more. Tickets will be on sale via Ticketmaster in early February. For more info visit www.Unscripted2007.com

April 5th
Jerry Lawler takes on Kamala in the main event of the West Virginia Mountaneer Championship Wrestling event in Hamlin, WV. Plus, Ricky Morton & Don Bass take on Buddy Landell & Tracy Smothers. Also, Matt Riviera faces Rodney Grimes.

April 14th
Bobby Eaton takes on Tom Pritchard at the Championship Pro Wrestling event in Romney, WV

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Autographs & Appearances:
February 2nd
Sgt. Slaughter will be signing autographs during Military Night at the Arizona Sundogs hockey game at the Prescott Valley Convention & Events Center in Prescott Valley, AZ. For more info call (928) 772-5555.

February 3rd
Sgt. Slaughter will be signing autographs at the RICOH Coliseum in Toronto, Ontario, Canada during the Toronto Marlies hockey game. For more info call (416) 263-3900.

February 10th
Ted DiBiase will be conducting a camp in Henrietta, NY before the NWA Upstate show at Minnett Hall. It will be 3-4 hours and you can sign up at hellcat@kayfabedojo.com

Greg Valentine will be holding a clinic for Cleveland All-Pro Wrestling. The cost is $30 and spaces are limited so book your opportunity now for your chance to be in the ring with a WWE Hall of Famer. Call (440) 734-3034 or (216) 536-2969 or by e-mail at jtlightning30@aol.com. This is open to all promoters, workers, and promotions.

K&S Wrestlefest Promotion in association with Carson's Pro Wrestling World is proud to present "UWF Ringside Reunion" featuring Steve Williams, Buddy Roberts, Missy Hyatt, and John Tatum at Carson's Pro Wrestling World in Allentown, PA. The festivities start at 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM for the autograph session. A Question and Answer session will follow the autograph session. For more info you can contact Ken or Steve of Wrestlefest at (516) 473-4944. You can contact Bud Carson about his Pro Wrestling World at (610) 770-7314.

February 17th
Mick Foley will be signing autographs at the RICOH Coliseum in Toronto, Ontario, Canada during the Toronto Marlies hockey game. For more info call (416) 263-3900.

Sgt. Slaughter will be signing autographs at Lee & Woo Optometry in San Francisco, CA from 2 to 4 PM. For more info call (415) 452-8320.

Kamala the Ugandan Giant will be appearing at the Eschelon Mall in Voorhees, NJ from 2 to 4 pm. For more info call (856) 772-1950.

February 24th
Mick Foley will be signing copies of his new book "Hardcore Diaries" at "Comic Con" at the Javits Center in New York, NY from 2 to 3 pm.

Angelo Mosca will be signing autographs at Omega Sports at Summit Mall in Niagara Falls, NY from 6 to 8 pm. For more info call (716) 605-0985

February 24th & 25th
Johnny Lee Clary (AKA Johnny Angel) will be preaching at Erindale Christian Centre in Canberra, Australia

March 10th
The Honky Tonk Man will be appearing at The Wrestling Universe in Whitestone, NY from 1 to 3 pm. For more info call (718) 746-0010.

March 23rd through 25th
Roddy Piper will be signing autographs and will be on a panel for his new movie "Sin-Jin Smyth" at the "Texas Fear-Fest 2007" (Texas Largest Horror Convention) to be held at the Mesquite Hampton Inn in Mesquite, TX

April 1st
King King Bundy, The Iron Sheik, Tito Santana, and Demolition (Ax & Smash) at the Ciociaro Club in Windsor, Ontario, Canada for "Wrestling's Living Legends Fan Fest"

April 21st
Mick Foley will be appearing at The Wrestling Universe 2 at the Tri-County Flea Market in Levittown, NY from 2 to 4 pm. For more info call (718) 746-0010 or (516) 520-5290

Jerry Lawler will be signing autographs at Omega Sports at The Summit Mall in Niagara Falls, NY from 6 to 8 pm. For more info call (716) 605-0985

April 28th
"Legends of the Ring IV" Pro Wrestling Fanfest,Autograph,and Merchandise show. Co-promoted by 3 Count Promotions, Legends of the Ring returns on April 28th at 9:00 am to The Radisson Hotel and Conference Center in Carteret, NJ. A Star-Studded lineup of wrestlers and wrestling merchandise dealers featuring many Jakks Classic Superstar figures to get signed that day! Confirmed Guests Include: Greg Valentine, The Nasty Boys (Brian Knobbs & Jerry Sags), The Voodoo Kin Mafia (B. G. James & Kip James), Mike Barton (AKA Bart Gunn), Sherri Martel, Jacques Rougeau (AKA The Mountie), Steve Lombardi (The Brooklyn Brawler), Harvey Wippleman, Ernie Ladd, Bad News Brown, Corporal Kirschner, Bill Eadie (AKA Ax of Demolition), Barry Darsow (AKA Smash of Demolition), Big Bully Busick, and many more to be announced soon. For More Info please visit www.LegendsOfTheRing.com

May 16th
Sgt. Slaughter will be signing autographs at the Charleston Riverdogs baseball game at Joseph P. Riley Park in Charleston, SC. For more info call (843) 723-7241

May 18th
Mick Foley will be signing autographs at Nutley High School in Nutley, NJ at an evening appearance. It is a charity event for the Senior Class. For more info call (973) 661-8824

May 19th
Sgt. Slaughter will be signing autographs on Armed Forces Day at Susquehanna Valley Harley-Davidson in Harrisburg, PA. from 12 Noon to 2 pm. For more info call (717) 810-1993.

May 26th
King Kong Bundy will be signing autographs at the Lakewood Blueclaws baseball game at First Energy Park in Lakewood, NJ. For more info call 828-322-3000.

June 16th
Sgt. Slaughter will be signing autographs at Military Appreciation Night at the Arkansas Twisters Arena Football game at the Alltel Arena in North Little Rock, AR. Call (501) 975-5425 for more information

July 4th
Sgt. Slaughter will be attending Military Night at the Mobile Baybears baseball game at Hank Aaron Stadium in Mobile, AL. For more info call (251) 479-2327

July 4th through 8th
Sting will be one of the guest speakers on board Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines' Sovereign of the Seas during the "Cruise With a Cause" Bahamas Missions Cruise sponsored by PraiseFest Ministries

July 7th
Mick Foley will be signing autographs at the Binghamton Mets baseball game at NYSEG Stadium in Binghampton, NY. For more info call (607) 723-6387.

July 14th
Sgt. Slaughter will be signing autographs at Military Night at the Bossier-Shreveport Battle Wings Arena Football game at the CenturyTel Center in Bossier City, LA. For more info call (318) 746-8755.

July 26th
Sgt. Slaughter will be signing autographs at Military Night during the Hickory Crawdads game at L. P. Frans Stadium in Hickory, NC. For more info call (828) 322-3000.

October 5th through 7th
Greg Valentine, Tony Atlas, The Honky Tonk Man, Dutch Mantel, Steve Williams, Col. Rob Parker (AKA Robert Fuller), Tim Brooks, Tommy Rich, Chavo Guerrero Sr., Bobcat, Koko B. Ware, Pat Tanaka, Dylan Knight, Tito Santana, and many more are among the talent scheduled for "Dream Reunion - Return of the Legends #2" in Kokomo, IN. For more info call (765) 319-0322.

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Upcoming Birthdays:
February 1st - Dennis Condrey
February 3rd - Kerry Von Erich
February 4th - Cousin J. W.

News compiled from various sources including Gerweck.net