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My experience has led me to usually cap at Regional so I can build up some cash reserves before jumping to Cult, but given BCG's heavy schedule, the ticket and TV/PPV income might facilitate the transition. Matsushita has been performing in the B range in my saves, but only as long as he's being a monster in matches of 10' or less. Think it's where he usually caps, can't think of him ever being a top singles competitor. I'm guessing he either got a bad destiny roll in your game or you're expecting more than what he can deliver. Likewise, I've had Takimoto get past his stamina issues in some saves and turn into a decent worker, but again it's down to his destiny roll. Torii, in my main save, has terrible chemistry wrestling almost anyone, so I had to take the belt off him and put it on Funakoshi until Yoshi Taku could carry it. Shame, because Torii is a great worker. Ikoma, on the other hand, has been disappointing, especially in singles bouts, so he's spending time as either an upper midcard gatekeeper or tag team specialist.

<p>Congratulations, you deserve every DotY award you've won, The Climb has been one of the best diaries around and you've done a great job yourself.</p><p> </p><p> North American Heavyweight Championship: <strong>Greg Keith</strong> vs. "The Supreme Star" Spencer Spade © w/ Lisa Bowen</p><p> Comments: <strong>It's happening. Greg succeeds where Matthew failed and the brothers have a prsonal feud over the title</strong></p><p> </p><p> GWC Special Challenge: <strong>"The Boss" Ross Henry</strong> vs. "Milan" Marcello Ricci</p><p> Comments: <strong>Ricci is a hot prospect in all my saves and I can only imagine he's developed much by this point. The story is about Henry though and I doubt Ricci has the pop to win here</strong></p><p> </p><p> GWC World Six Man Championship: Primus Allen & The Mission vs. <strong>The Fallen © w/ Father Grim</strong></p><p> Comments: <strong>Feud just began and everyone needs to be kept busy for a while until other opportunities are available</strong></p><p> </p><p> Grudge Match: Matthew Keith vs. <strong>"Flawless" Franklin Rush</strong> w/ Lisa Bowen</p><p> Comments: <strong>Rush is strong in his return, plus this plays into the main event</strong></p><p> </p><p> United States Championship: "The Second Generation Superstar" Cameron Vessey w/ Lisa Bowen vs. "Lionheart" <strong>Funakoshi</strong> ©</p><p> Comments: <strong>Pay the man</strong></p><p> </p><p> North American Women's Championship: Harriet Blais vs. <strong>Jaime Quine</strong> ©</p><p> Comments: <strong>Not yet there, Harriet</strong></p><p> </p><p> North American Tag Team Championship: The European Stretching Crew vs. <strong>Homegrown</strong> ©</p><p> Comments: <strong>As mentioned in an earlier narrative, Homegrown are your top (only?) face tag team, so they stay strong and face off against various heel crews</strong></p>

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Hashasheen" data-cite="Hashasheen" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="45613" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Heartening to see how much Pavel Vanzycha and Yoshinaka Taka have grown since the beginning of the year.</div></blockquote><p> Taku's growth has been pretty organic and I've enjoyed building him up to essentially replace Blast Ikoma. Vanzycha was a good fit from the start, but a tour with PGHW gave him the fine-tuning and popularity to jump to the main event. Same with Ray Snow, and before them Reynolds, Whitlock etc.</p><p> </p><p> I'm trying a new visual presentation, as you may have noticed. Also some changes to my booking style, but those should be a bit more subtle.</p>

<p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="mFQKCE8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mFQKCE8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> - The Rip Chord Invitational XV has been hailed by critics and media as the best show in the Tri-State and South East areas of the United States for the first month of 2020.</p><p> </p><p> - The show's main event and finals of the tournament between "Cool Hand" Casey Valentine vs Masked Patriot is now officially the highest rated match in the history of Piledriver Wrestling.</p><p> </p><p> - Everyone here at Piledriver Wrestling would like to extend our condolences to the family and friends of Preston Holt, who sadly passed away at the age of 76. Holt is a legendary figure in the independent scene of the United States, mainly known for his L.A. based dojo that provided CZCW, OLLIE and his own RPW promotion with talented high flyers. We all thank him for his contributions and are certain he shall be fondly remembered.</p><p> </p><p> - In the aftermath of California's Grimm SoCal Wrestling going out of business, Piledriver Wrestling has offered two of the now-defunct promotion's top wrestlers an opportunity. Hard hitters Cali Slick and Hustle Muvva will be facing each other at War for Territory #26 in an I Quit match, the winner of which will be receiving a contract with Piledriver Wrestling.</p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46150" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">War for Territory #26</span></strong></p><p><strong> Saturday, Week 2 February, 2020</strong></p><p><strong> Live from the Centerpiece Bridge, SC</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Main Event</strong></p><p><strong> COTT Women's title match</strong></p><p> "The Iron Lady" Jillian Jarvis © vs "American Woman" Lora Washington</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Semi-main event</strong></p><p><strong> Fatal Four Way match to determine the #1 contender for the Piledriver Championship</strong></p><p> Jebediah vs Jerry Lee Williams vs Riley McManus vs Syd Collier</p><p> </p><p> <strong>I Quit match for a Piledriver Wrestling contract</strong></p><p> Cali Slick vs Hustle Muvva</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Grudge Tag Team match</strong></p><p> Double Diaz vs Annihilus & Reaper</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Opening Six Man Tag match</strong></p><p> Buck Winchester & The Boys from the Yukon vs Oscar Tufnel & The Heartbreak Express</p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote>

<p>The Rip Chord Invitational XV</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Piledriver Wrestling presents:</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="y23bc3D.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/y23bc3D.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">The Rip Chord Invitational XV</span></strong></p><p><strong> Saturday, Week 4 January, 2020</strong></p><p><strong> Live from the Centerpiece Bridge, SC</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="LOGkgwU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LOGkgwU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="yJa1QGX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yJa1QGX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="2PRxgqp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2PRxgqp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="M3JEwrW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/M3JEwrW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="oSBICFE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSBICFE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="INrQQdr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/INrQQdr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FHUEpiU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FHUEpiU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uN4bdE9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uN4bdE9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Show kicks off with a video montage presenting this year's Rip Chord Invitational participants. Representing NYCW, "Cool Hand" Casey Valentine, son of Peter Valentine and trained by Rip Chord himself, the former 2 time USPW Television champion is back with a point to prove, hoping a repeat win will re-launch his career like winning the 2010 Invitational did. Representing 4C, their recently 4 time champion and former COTT World Heavyweight champion, Frankie Dee, who Piledriver fans remember thanks to his clashes with Scythe over the COTT title. "The Mighty Mayan" Itzamna will represent OLLIE, though he's also making appearances for EMLL and is a former SOTBPW standout prospect. Much like Valentine, he has a chance to prove his former big league employers wrong to let him go. Finally, for CZCW, the recently crowned COTT Junior Heavyweight champion Jackpot Jordan, hot off winning the title and looking to fare better than he did last year, when he was eliminated in the first round of the tournament. The four representatives for Piledriver Wrestling will be hotshot rookie James Diaz, veteran Jerry Lee Williams who'll be especially interesting to see if he ends up against the representative of his former NYCW employers, the decorated champion and last year's winner Masked Patriot and finally, two time Piledriver champion but never Rip Chord Invitational winner, Xavi Ferrera.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="87E3trK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/87E3trK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Rip Chord Invitational XV Quarterfinals match</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="LOGkgwU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LOGkgwU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="oSBICFE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSBICFE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> "Cool Hand" Casey Valentive vs "Return of the Monster" James Diaz</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> The fifteenth ever Rip Chord Invitational kicks off with a great contest between two extremely talented second generation competitors and seeing them go is magical: Valentine and Diaz feel like they were meant to fight each other and it isn't long before a "fight forever" chant is heard, even if the match itself is pretty short at just under ten minutes, with the 12 year veteran Valentine exploiting the inexperience of Diaz to hit him with a Deep Impact and score the pin.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winner: "Cool Hand" Casey Valentive, by pinfall</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="IqChfad.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IqChfad.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Rip Chord Invitational XV Quarterfinals match</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="FHUEpiU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FHUEpiU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="INrQQdr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/INrQQdr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Masked Patriot vs Jerry Lee Williams</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Masked Patriot has a history of facing monsters much bigger than him in Piledriver Wrestling, wrestlers like Scythe and Reaper, so being up against a man more or less his size frees him up to perform a lot more moves from his arsenal. On the opposite side, the rugged brawling of Williams and smug way he can get under people's skins to garner heat help draw fans into the match and in support of Patriot, who finally picks up the win after narrowly escaping the Devil's Crossroad to hit his own Patriot Slam finisher for the pin.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winner: Masked Patriot</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="IqChfad.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IqChfad.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Rip Chord Invitational XV Quarterfinals match</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="2PRxgqp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2PRxgqp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="yJa1QGX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yJa1QGX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> "The Mighty Mayan" Itzamna vs "White Angel" Frankie Dee</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> The only quarterfinals match to not involve any Piledriver Wrestling talent, this still keeps fans alive thanks to them being familiar with Dee as well as Itzamna's impressive ring gear. Despite his Aztec look and lucha mask, Itzamna never leaves his feet for any high flying moves, instead he's an old school rudo, keeping the match slow as he works over his opponent with big blows and punishing slams. However, Frankie Dee is not the kind of smaller opponent Itzamna is used to bullying around and he responds in kind with stiff martial arts strikes that make this a pretty physical match. Things look pretty even as the two men go back and forth but Itzamna ends up advancing and in true villain fashion, he does so by putting a foot on the ropes for extra leverage to keep his opponent down for the count.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winner: "The Mighty Mayan" Itzamna, by pinfall while illegally using the ropes for leverage</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="mwL0z0W.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mwL0z0W.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Rip Chord Invitational XV Quarterfinals match</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="M3JEwrW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/M3JEwrW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uN4bdE9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uN4bdE9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> "High Roller" Jackpot Jordan vs "The Athlete" Xavi Ferrera</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> The first round of matches wraps up with a rematch from last year's opening round, where Ferrera knocked Jordan out of the tournament. This time Jordan is out for vengeance and he's also hot off his victory over the Architect two weeks ago for the COTT Junior Heavyweight title. Of course, Ferrera is no junior and that poses a different kind of challenge, but Jordan looks hellbent on revenge, something he finally gets when he rolls through a Ferrerarana to catch his opponent in a small package.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winner: Jackpot Jordan, by pinfall with a small package</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="87E3trK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/87E3trK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="oSBICFE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSBICFE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="MzjfHKV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MzjfHKV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Backstage, James Diaz is removing the tape from his wrists when Logan walks up to him and congratulates him. James says there's nothing to congratulate him about as he lost his opening round match, but Logan puts things in perspective for him by reminding him he's barely a full year pro wrestler; even being in the Invitational is a huge success and he should consider it an honor. James nods after Logan's done with his pep talk and the two cousins share a hug.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="rCrbMWQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rCrbMWQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="n1i1cZU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/n1i1cZU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="8sEkkAa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8sEkkAa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="NuLYzbD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NuLYzbD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uwfOQSm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uwfOQSm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><strong>w</strong><img alt="aMXABmX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aMXABmX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Kick City Connection (Winters & Sato) vs Sawyer Sports Services (Bitch & Trigg, with "Playboy" Jake Sawyer)</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> For all their natural understanding of each other in the ring, Winters and Sato seem to have a significant amount of tension between them that's been escalating with each appearance, to the point where it hinders their performance in this match against two of Sawyer's clients. Though not as fluid a team, Bitch and Trigg are every bit as rough, rugged and hard hitting as their opponents, making this a smashmouth contest that ends with Bitch knocking Winters off the apron before she catches Sato with the Payback for the pin.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winners: Sawyer Sports Services, by pinfall</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="87E3trK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/87E3trK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="n1i1cZU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/n1i1cZU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="8sEkkAa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8sEkkAa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> With the winners gone, Winters climbs back into the ring as Sato is getting on her feet again. The tension between the two teammates seems to be reaching a climax as they argue over who's to blame for the loss until Sato finally snaps when she hits Winters with a Buzzsaw Kick! Winters stumbles back and collapses onto a turnbuckle, but that only sets her up for the Sato Tornado, leaving her broken in the ring as Sato yells at her before leaving the ring herself.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="ozLd3Bm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ozLd3Bm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Rip Chord Invitational XV Semifinals match</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="FHUEpiU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FHUEpiU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="2PRxgqp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2PRxgqp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Masked Patriot vs "The Mighty Mayan" Itzamna</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> This is the kind of setup Patriot thrives in, facing bullies and brutes. On top of that, Itzamna is roughly equal in size and power while fans don't take long before they fly into ye goode olde "U-S-A!" chant. Yet again, Itzamna proves that the hype surrounding his name is very real by delivering another great performance in the same night, but he's ultimately doomed to fall victim to a Patriot Slam that sends last year's winner to the finals in hopes of a back to back win.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winner: Masked Patriot, by pinfall</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="mwL0z0W.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mwL0z0W.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Rip Chord Invitational XV Semifinals match</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="LOGkgwU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LOGkgwU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="M3JEwrW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/M3JEwrW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> "Cool Hand" Casey Valentine vs "High Roller" Jackpot Jordan</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> A big moment for both men as Valentine is a step closer to repeating his 2010 Invitational win while Jordan looks to main event another Piledriver Wrestling show after War for Territory #25 two weeks ago where he won the COTT Junior Heavyweight title. On top of that, the winner of this goes on to face last year's winner in Masked Patriot, so the stakes are high and the drama adds to the match between two already great competitors. True to his monicker and the CZCW style, Jordan goes high risk from pretty early in the match and keeps things exciting with his daredevil moves while Valentine shows a more well-rounded style that keeps things from turning into a spotfest. It's this calculating, well paced approach that eventually allows Valentine to use Jordan's risky style against him and dodge a big moonsault only to kip up and catch his opponent with a Deep Impact for the pin.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winner: "Cool Hand" Casey Valentine, by pinfall</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="mwL0z0W.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mwL0z0W.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="h9A0Crp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/h9A0Crp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="2rzwtJa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2rzwtJa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="gG04bRj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gG04bRj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="yNQekBM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yNQekBM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> "American Woman" Lora Washington & Miss Atlantic Wrestling vs "The Second Generation Star" Brooke Tyler & "The Goth" Nancy Hollands</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Hollands is revealed as Tyler's teammate and as the announcing duo points out, this most likely has to do with the Second Generation Star turning down Sawyer's offer two weeks ago: Hollands was the only one available who isn't a member of Sawyer Sports Services. This of course translates into the match as well, with Patriot Power working well together while Tyler and Hollands are nothing greater than the sum of their invididual parts. The discord becomes even more apparent as the match goes on and Tyler looks disinterested, up to the point where she refuses a tag and leaves Hollands on her own to end up in the Kentucky Fried Chickenwing.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winners: Patriot Power, by submission</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="87E3trK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/87E3trK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46150" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="LOGkgwU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LOGkgwU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p> <em>"Ten years ago, I stood in this very ring. Back then, people referred to me through others. I was the son of Peter Valentine. The protege of Rip Chord. The parter of Cameron Vessey. All big names in this industry, casting long shadows and great expectations on me. Ten years ago, I became my own man when I won three matches in one night to win the 2010 Rip Chord Invitational. I moved on to the big leagues and proved myself again, winning the USPW Television title twice, but there was one thing that still wouldn't leave me and that was my last name. You see, I always wanted to prove myself in the ring, forge my own legacy without the taint of backstage politics. What I wouldn't do, others did and got ahead of me in the game. So I left, retraced my steps and here I am again, ten years later. I'm more experienced, better prepared and I've already won two of my matches. Masked Patriot, you are a great competitor and last year's winner, but this year, you stand in my way."</em></p><p> <img alt="mwL0z0W.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mwL0z0W.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="QlFf6Za.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/QlFf6Za.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p> <strong>Rip Chord Invitational XV Final match</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="LOGkgwU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LOGkgwU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FHUEpiU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FHUEpiU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> "Cool Hand" Casey Valentine vs Masked Patriot</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> By this point, everyone's familiar with the background story of the main event: Valentine's career and 2010 win on one hand, a decorated defending champion on the other. Also, two extremely talented, charismatic and popular workers, so much that neither looks like they've already fought two matches earlier in the night. Instead, they deliver an instant classic and by far Piledriver Wrestling's best match to date, a potent mix of technical prowess, physicality, drama, in-ring psychology and masterful crowd manipulation, a fitting finish to the best Rip Chord Invitational to date. By the time things climax to big sequences, false finishes and kick outs around the 15th minute mark, it not only feels like either man could win, but also that no matter who wins, both men's stock has risen after this classic. Patriot kicks out of a Deep Impact, then moments after Valentine gets a shoulder up before three after he's hit with a Patriot Slam. It takes a modified version of the Deep Impact, an elevated execution off the second rope, to finally put Patriot away for the three and Valentine joins "Mainstream" James Hernandez, Findlay O'Farraday and long time teammate Cameron Vessey in the books as a two time winner of the most prestigious tournament in the U.S. independent circuit.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winner: "Cool Hand" Casey Valentine, by pinfall</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="At6zmyr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/At6zmyr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">Show Rating:</span></strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="IqChfad.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IqChfad.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p>

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Stevens150" data-cite="Stevens150" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="45613" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>I didn’t see this coming back but nonetheless, good show!</div></blockquote><p> Thanks! Got a bunch of ongoing diaries and life's been hectic, but this one isn't dead unless I put up some notification saying I'm giving up on it. <img alt=";)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/wink.png.686f06e511ee1fbf6bdc7d82f6831e53.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="3AvNdaX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3AvNdaX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p> <strong>Saturday W3 January 2018</strong></p><p><strong> Yamanashi Athletic Stadium, Chubu</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Main Event</strong></p><p><strong> BCG Challengers Series title match</strong></p><p> Motoyuki Miyake © vs Kiyotaka</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Semi-Main Event</strong></p><p> Blast Ikoma vs Gidayu Katou</p><p> </p><p> <strong>BCG World Tag Team titles match</strong></p><p> Threepwood & Goto © vs Partnership of Pain</p><p> </p><p> Bunrakuken Torii & Yoshinaka Taku vs Animal Harker & Ray Snow</p><p> </p><p> Funakoshi & Jotaro Tanaka vs Kyuichi Matsumoto & Shuzo Utagawa</p><p> </p><p> Vanzycha, Serizawa & Itou vs Hadley, Diaz & Takizawa</p></div><p></p><p></p>

<p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><div style="padding: 15px; border: 5px solid #8B0000; margin:10px;background: #808080; max-width:75%;box-shadow: 0 6px 12px ";"></p><img alt="gI7G7Ct.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gI7G7Ct.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p> <strong>Saturday W1 January 2018</strong></p><p><strong> Hakodate Athletic Field, Hokkaido</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="YrMwg7C.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YrMwg7C.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="MzjfHKV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MzjfHKV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><strong>def.</strong><img alt="5bss42b.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bss42b.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CK053H9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CK053H9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Ray Snow and Logan Diaz defeated Yoshinaka Taku and Masao Takizawa</strong></p><p><strong> Finish:</strong> Ray Snow pinned Masao Takizawa after a Spinning Back Fist</p><p> </p><p> <img alt="4z5J7B2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4z5J7B2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dQi7xWJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dQi7xWJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><strong>def.</strong><img alt="TIiOlFj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/TIiOlFj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="BK9kiVi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/BK9kiVi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Rokuemon Matsushita and Eikichi Itou defeated Pavel Vanzycha and T-Bone Bright</strong></p><p><strong> Finish:</strong> Eikichi Itou pinned T-Bone Bright after an Itou Bomb</p><p> </p><p> <img alt="f91Xwo7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/f91Xwo7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="qudFaI6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/qudFaI6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><strong>def.</strong><img alt="8jfbhLn.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8jfbhLn.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="RV6p4Kp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RV6p4Kp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Harker & Hadley defeated Funakoshi and Jotaro Tanaka</strong></p><p><strong> Finish:</strong> Hammer Hadley pinned Jotaro Tanaka after a Lariat</p><p> </p><p> <img alt="jDRVOCy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jDRVOCy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="P2JXnpv.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/P2JXnpv.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><strong>def.</strong><img alt="PBv4Hhr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/PBv4Hhr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dlVXejX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dlVXejX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Muscle Blasters defeated Bunrakuken Torii and Shuzo Utagawa</strong></p><p><strong> Finish:</strong> Blast Ikoma pinned Shuzo Utagawa after a Northern Lights Bomb</div></p></div><p></p><p></p>

<p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="sFlfWPy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sFlfWPy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div><p></p><p></p><p> I scrolled down the 2017 End of the Year awards, barely registering who won what. Not like we'd win anything, but if any of the Modern Japan group did, it'd be interesting.</p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="45613" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><strong>Wrestler of the Year:</strong> Champagne Lover (SOTBPW)<p> <strong>Company of the Year:</strong> SOTBPW</p><p> <strong>Tag Team of the Year:</strong> Golden Kings (Pharaoh King & Multimillionario, SOTBPW)</p><p> <strong>Match of the Year:</strong> Yoshimi Musashibo def. Tetsunori Yasuda (PGHW)</p><p> <strong>Show of the Year:</strong> Super Slam (NOTBPW)</p><p> <strong>Young Wrestler of the Year:</strong> Brooke Tyler (Unemployed)</p><p> <strong>Veteran Wrestler of the Year:</strong> Owen Love (NOTBPW)</p><p> <strong>Female Wrestler of the Year:</strong> Fuyuko Higa (5SSW)</p><p> <strong>Most Improved Company of the Year:</strong> PGHW</p><p> <strong>Independent Wrestler of the Year:</strong> Thurston Darcy III (Unemployed)</p><p> <strong>Manager of the Year:</strong> Floyd Goldworthy (TCW)</p><p> <strong>Announcer of the Year:</strong> Peter Michaels (USPW)</p><p> <strong>Color Commentator of the Year:</strong> Emma Chase (SWF)</p><p> <strong>Referee of the Year:</strong> Francis Long (NOTBPW, CGC, CWWF)</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="3nSIDdW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3nSIDdW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p> <em>"My dear friend, that was an excellent year!"</em></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> Maeda was in a good mood. We had a more or less solid roster core by now, a track record of consistently good shows and a bunch of local TV deals. The economy was slowly recovering from the tsunami and he would probably want us to ride that wave, no pun intended.</p><p> </p><p> "It's been two full years since we started implementing your loyalty plan" he said with a smile of satisfaction. "Two years and it paid off already. Plus we haven't lost any fans or gotten into debt, despite the disaster that struck our islands."</p><p> </p><p> "Indeed" I responded, trying to accept the compliment without sounding boastful. "But we have yet to strike a significant blow to our enemies."</p><p> </p><p> "Patience, Kazu-san... What good is a blow if it lacks power behind it?"</p><p> </p><p> I took a moment to decipher whether he was being funny or saying something actually deep. With Maeda's deadpan delivery, you never knew. Sure, we'd avoided a negative balance sheet, but we were still bleeding money, hard. The TV deals brought some exposure and a bit of cash, but we still had to find a new balance between that and the costs of a much heavier show schedule.</p><p> </p><p> "We need to have a war chest that can finance this war," Maeda continued, as if I hadn't gotten his point and needed it explained "or we'll be driving ourselves to extinction faster. I want you to stock up. 2020 should find us debt-free and with a minimum of 250.000 in our accounts."</p><p> </p><p> I nodded and cracked my knuckles, as if I was physically going to wrestle with the finances. Time to turn in some profit...</p>

<p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="UdrbUMe.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/UdrbUMe.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> Friday W4 December 2017</strong></p><p><strong> Osaka Athletic Stadium, Kinki</strong></p><p><strong> Attendance: 5.000 (sold out)</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="3gGaTGc.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3gGaTGc.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="SetJXLQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SetJXLQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dlVXejX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dlVXejX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="25UZG0h.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/25UZG0h.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VfnB77X.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VfnB77X.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Ffwz2MA.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Ffwz2MA.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="BK9kiVi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/BK9kiVi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Double K & Shuzo Utagawa vs Threepwood, Goto & Bright</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Six man tag to open the show and two of BCG's top tag teams were involved with a chance for Double K to earn themselves a title shot if they managed to pin either Threepwood or Goto. T-Bone Bright was the one who got pinned in the end though, his somewhat sloppy performance exposing him to a decapitating Lariat from Katou who scored the pin.</p><p> <strong>In a decent match, Shuzo Utagawa and Double K defeated T-Bone Bright and Threepwood & Goto in 10:03 when Gidayu Katou defeated T-Bone Bright by pinfall with a Lariat.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="IqChfad.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IqChfad.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="MzjfHKV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MzjfHKV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CK053H9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CK053H9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="25UZG0h.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/25UZG0h.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="f91Xwo7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/f91Xwo7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="qudFaI6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/qudFaI6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Diazawa vs Harker & Hadley</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Diaz and Takizawa had a chance to showcase their natural chemistry at BCG's 6 Year Anniversary show two weeks earlier, but Harker and Hadley somehow topped that in their first ever match together. Between Harker's wild brawling and Hadley's precision strong style, those two looked like they were engineered to team up and that had them control most of the match, especially near the end where Takizawa's stamina betrayed him and Harker was able to flatten him with a Stump Piledriver.</p><p> <strong>In a bout that had good wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Harker & Hadley defeated Diazawa in 10:27 when Animal Harker defeated Masao Takizawa by pinfall with a Stump Piledriver.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="IqChfad.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IqChfad.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="jDRVOCy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jDRVOCy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="P2JXnpv.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/P2JXnpv.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="25UZG0h.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/25UZG0h.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="HHP9byq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/HHP9byq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="4z5J7B2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4z5J7B2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Muscle Blasters vs Partnership of Pain</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Chemistry isn't everything in tag team wrestling though and that's what this next match proved, as both teams had plenty of experience with each other on top of them being on the same page anyway, leading to a hard hitting bout that wrapped up the undercard.</p><p> <strong>In a bout that had good wrestling and a decent reaction from the crowd, Partnership Of Pain defeated Muscle Blasters in 9:31 when Giant Brody defeated MUSCLE Serizawa by pinfall with a Single Handed Choke Slam.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="IqChfad.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IqChfad.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="iXTaWdA.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iXTaWdA.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="7Mb9acF.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7Mb9acF.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="25UZG0h.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/25UZG0h.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="oLfE0Uv.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oLfE0Uv.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> BCG Challengers Series title match</strong></p><p><strong> Motoyuki Miyake © vs Kyuichi Matsumoto</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Not so long ago, Matsumoto stood at the very bottom of the BCG food chain, losing match after match. Few years later, he found himself in his first ever title match against fellow youngster Motoyuki Miyake. Despite a passable performance, Matsumoto seemed to break under the pressure of the big fight and Miyake had little trouble in controlling the match to mark his fifth title defense.</p><p> <strong>In a decent match, Motoyuki Miyake defeated Kyuichi Matsumoto in 10:45 by pinfall with a Knock Out Kick.</strong></p><p><strong> Motoyuki Miyake makes defence number 5 of his BCG Challengers Series title</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="pyf9Pt4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pyf9Pt4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="PBv4Hhr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/PBv4Hhr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="25UZG0h.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/25UZG0h.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="8jfbhLn.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8jfbhLn.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="25UZG0h.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/25UZG0h.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YrMwg7C.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YrMwg7C.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Three Way Elimination match</strong></p><p><strong> Bunrakuken Torii vs Funakoshi vs Ray Snow</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Three top level competitors entered the ring for the semi main event, two former BCG World champions and the PGHW battle-hardened Ray Snow who sought to prove a point, hopefully even earn himself a chance to hold the prestigious title as well. Snow's technical style helped pace the match but his in-ring psychology seemed a bit lacking so it was up to Torii and Funakoshi to hold the match together with their hard hitting blows and unyieldable fighting spirit. Funakoshi was the one to come out on top when he hit the Butterfly Backbreaker to eliminate Torii, but the fight up to that point had taken a great toll on his body and he wasn't firing on all cylinders against Snow, who scored a major win for his resume once the final bell rang.</p><p> <strong>In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Ray Snow defeated Bunrakuken Torii and Funakoshi in an Elimination match in 16:05; the order of elimination was Bunrakuken Torii first, and then Funakoshi.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="At6zmyr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/At6zmyr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="sz24Eba.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sz24Eba.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="5bss42b.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bss42b.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="25UZG0h.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/25UZG0h.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="TIiOlFj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/TIiOlFj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> BCG World title match</strong></p><p><strong> Yoshinaka Taku © vs Pavel Vanzycha</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Taku and Vanzycha have clashed several times during the recent BCG tours which may have taken some excitement off the live crowd, but they've never faced each other for the top title yet. For all their familiarity, they still paced themselves and spent the better part of the first ten or so minutes testing the waters, well aware of the extended time limit available and the importance of the match that demanded a well thought-out strategy and flawless execution. Vanzycha pushed the young champion to his limits, taking the match past the twenty minute mark, but Taku was relentless in his pursuit of a good Full Nelson hold and once he finally managed to lock it in good, he hit his finisher to win and retain.</p><p> <strong>In a bout that had superb wrestling and good heat, Yoshinaka Taku defeated Pavel Vanzycha in 21:29 by pinfall with a Full Nelson Bomb.</strong></p><p><strong> Yoshinaka Taku makes defence number 1 of his BCG World title.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="At6zmyr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/At6zmyr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">Show Rating:</span></strong><img alt="At6zmyr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/At6zmyr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p>

<p>Masayuki Shiga Retirement Match: Masayuki Shiga, Bunrakuken Torii & Tasuku Iesada vs. <strong>Funakoshi, Yoshinaka Taku & Tanyu Toshusai</strong></p><p> Comments: <strong>Shiga puts people over and takes his final bow</strong></p><p> </p><p> BCG World Junior Heavyweight Championship Tournament Quarterfinal: <strong>Frankie Perez</strong> vs. Extraordinario Jr</p><p> Comments: <strong>I have a soft spot for Perez, though WLW always signs him to an exclusive deal before I can book him. I think his style will really fit in BCG</strong></p><p> </p><p> BCG World Junior Heavyweight Championship Tournament Quarterfinal: Totoya Munakata vs. <strong>Razan Okamoto</strong></p><p> Comments: <strong>Going with the homegrown ace</strong></p><p> </p><p> BCG Generations Series Semifinal: Makioka & Miyake vs. <strong>Matsushita & Goto</strong></p><p> Comments: <strong>Monsters look strong. I'm guessing Miyake is still a young lion, so he's probably taking the fall</strong></p><p> </p><p> BCG Generations Series Semifinal: Blast & Stealth vs. <strong>Yanagimoto & Katou</strong></p><p> Comments: <strong>Blast has been underwhelming in all my saves. Stealth is good, but young lion-ish and too high flying. You've booked Yanagimoto strong and Katou is one for the future</strong></p><p> </p><p> Special Six-Man Tag Team Match: <strong>American Ambition (Greg Gauge, Big Bruiser Findlay & Bulldozer Brandon Smith)</strong> vs. Roku Sotomura, Inejiro Yoshizawa & Noritoshi Miura</p><p> Comments: <strong>Gotta make the resident gaijin look like a legit threat</strong></p>

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46150" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="SCMAy8r.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SCMAy8r.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote><p> Piledriver Wrestling regret to announce that despite winning his match at War for Territory #25, Nate "The Great" DeMarcus will sadly be unavailable to wrestle at the Rip Chord Invitational XV due to a dislocated shoulder injury he sustained. However, the rest of the participants have been made official:</p><p> </p><p> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #035096; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url(<a href="https://i.imgur.com/m81sW3t.jpg" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/m81sW3t.jpg</a>);background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"><img alt="LOGkgwU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LOGkgwU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> "Cool Hand"</td></p><p> <td><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>Casey Valentine</strong></span></p><p> <strong>Age:</strong> 31 [12 years pro]</p><p> <strong>Size:</strong> Toned Middleweight<td></tr></table></p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> "Cool Hand" Casey Valentine is the nephew of Peter Valentine, although he was actually trained by the legendary Rip Chord himself and it is Chord who has the biggest hand in guiding the youngster's career. Given his close relationship with Chord, it surprised nobody when he became a regular on the MAW roster toward the end of 2007. He became a major part of the promotion, particularly as part of the great tag team C-V-2 which he formed with Cameron Vessey. After a successful five year run with MAW Casey signed with USPW where he was quickly aligned with his uncle Peter for a short while before Peter retired. Casey continued to work for USPW until the tail end of 2019, when his contract was not renewed and former partner Cameron Vessey secured him a deal with his father's NYCW.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Career Highlights:</strong></p><p> 2019 Power 500, Ranked #103</p><p> 2x USPW Television champion</p><p> 2011 Sam Keith Classic winner</p><p> 2010 Rip Chord Invitational winner</p><p> MAW Tag Team champion</p></div><p></p><p></div></p><p> </p><p> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #8B0000; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #8B0000; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url(<a href="https://i.imgur.com/TES92dS.jpg" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/TES92dS.jpg</a>);background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"><img alt="yJa1QGX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yJa1QGX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> "White Angel"</td></p><p> <td><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>Frankie Dee</strong></span></p><p> <strong>Age:</strong> 33 [15 years pro]</p><p> <strong>Size:</strong> Ripped Lightweight<td></tr></table></p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> Frankie Dee is Canadian by birth but has strong Asian roots. He debuted in 2004 and was quick to learn how to incorporate his excellent martial arts skills into his ring work. By the end of 2006, feeling he now had the experience to express himself fully, he reinvented himself; dying his hair white and displaying several prominent (fake) tattoos, he began calling himself the "White Angel", and carrying himself as an ultra-serious and honourable fighter. Just a few months later he was signed by 4C.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Career Highlights:</strong></p><p> COTT World Heavyweight champion</p><p> 4x 4C Champion (Current champion)</p><p> 4C Tag Team champion</p></div><p></p><p></div></p><p> </p><p> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #006400; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #FF0000; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url(<a href="https://i.imgur.com/znuLsLE.jpg" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/znuLsLE.jpg</a>);background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"><img alt="2PRxgqp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2PRxgqp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> "The Mighty Mayan"</td></p><p> <td><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>Itzamna</strong></span></p><p> <strong>Age:</strong> 29 [8 years pro]</p><p> <strong>Size:</strong> Muscular Middleweight<td></tr></table></p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> "The Mighty Mayan" Itzamna is a young luchador with a fantastic memorable mask. Debuting in 2011, he quickly impressed people on the independent circuit with his power, poise, and general aura - very few people who saw him didn't come away with the impression that he was a potential major star in the making. SOTBPW clearly went along with that opinion as they signed him up in 2015 but apparently lost faith, releasing him in mid-2018. After a brief stint with Quema de las Libelulas until the promotion's bankruptcy in 2019, he signed with EMLL and OLLIE, which he will be representing in this year's tournament.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Career Highlights:</strong></p><p> 2019 Power 500, Ranked #277</p></div><p></p><p></div></p><p> </p><p> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #FFD700; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url(<a href="https://i.imgur.com/URI2mRz.jpg" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/URI2mRz.jpg</a>);background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"><img alt="M3JEwrW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/M3JEwrW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> "High Roller"</td></p><p> <td><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>Jackpot Jordan</strong></span></p><p> <strong>Age:</strong> 33 [12 years pro]</p><p> <strong>Size:</strong> Muscular Lightweight<td></tr></table></p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> "High Roller" Jackpot Jordan is from Las Vegas and was trained by Coastal Zone Championship Wrestling. He made his debut for the promotion in 2007; originally nothing more than a glorified jobber, his performances soon proved to management that he was ready for something more and by the end of the year he was working regularly alongside fellow rookie "Hollywood" Jake Idol as the tag team Rich And Famous. Since then, the team has been paying its dues and slowly working its way up the rankings, impressing many with the improvements they both have shown, and are now pretty well established as one of the best teams in the company, though Jordan recently proved he can also blaze a path as a singles competitor when he became the first ever COTT Junior Heavyweight champion.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Career Highlights:</strong></p><p> 2015 Power 500, Ranked #464</p><p> COTT Junior Heavyweight champion (Current champion)</p><p> 4x Coastal Zone Tag Team champion</p></div><p></p><p></div></p><p> </p><p> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #ADD8E6; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url(<a href="https://i.imgur.com/OUphkmR.jpg" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/OUphkmR.jpg</a>);background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"><img alt="oSBICFE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSBICFE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> "Return of the Monster"</td></p><p> <td><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>James Diaz</strong></span></p><p> <strong>Age:</strong> 18 [Rookie year]</p><p> <strong>Size:</strong> Muscular Heavyweight<td></tr></table></p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> James Diaz is the son of "The Monster" Raymond Diaz, one of the most famous foreign workers in PGHW history, a fact that has led to him being dubbed "The Return Of The Monster" by Japanese journalists who have seen his early matches. The 6'6, 290lb wrestler is very similar in style to the way his father was in his prime, using very unforgiving, brutal attacks, and simply battering his way through opponents with impressive tenacity, violence, and power. Despite his young age and inexperience, Diaz has proven himself to be a capable competitor and did so again when he and Nate DeMarcus won a three way tag elimination match to qualify for the tournament.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Career Highlights:</strong></p><p> None</p></div><p></p><p></div></p><p> </p><p> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #ADD8E6; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url(<a href="https://i.imgur.com/OUphkmR.jpg" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/OUphkmR.jpg</a>);background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"><img alt="INrQQdr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/INrQQdr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></td></p><p> <td><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>Jerry Lee Williams</strong></span></p><p> <strong>Age:</strong> 30 [9 years pro]</p><p> <strong>Size:</strong> Middleweight<td></tr></table></p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> Tennessee William is a brawler who Larry Vessey discovered working the independent scene in the southern states under his real name, Jerry Lee Perkins. Liking the youngster's fire, Vessey hired him to come and work for New York City Wrestling. He debuted in July 2012, using the name Tennessee William and working a blues musician gimmick, and soon went on to form an excellent tag team with fellow southerner Animal Harker. William looks like he has a very bright future ahead of him and he also spent a year with PSW, before also joining Piledriver Wrestling as Jerry Lee Williams, a mix of the two names he usually employs and a nod to Jerry Lee Lewis.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Career Highlights:</strong></p><p> 3x NYCW Tag Team champion</p></div><p></p><p></div></p><p> </p><p> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #ADD8E6; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url(<a href="https://i.imgur.com/OUphkmR.jpg" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/OUphkmR.jpg</a>);background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"><img alt="FHUEpiU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FHUEpiU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></td></p><p> <td><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>Masked Patriot</strong></span></p><p> <strong>Age:</strong> 32 [9 years pro]</p><p> <strong>Size:</strong> Ripped Middleweight<td></tr></table></p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> The Masked Patriot is a gimmick that has been around for decades and is reckoned by some historians to hold the distinction of not only being the longest continuously running character in wrestling, but also the gimmick to have had the most wrestlers use it. This Masked Patriot - by some accounts the twenty-first man to have donned the red, white and blue - is a youngster called Eric Lee from Boston. Patriot joined the SWF under a development deal upon turning pro and was sent to RIPW to gain experience and learn to work the "SWF style" and after a rushed run in the main roster, was released in July of 2017. Piledriver Wrestling signed him in April of 2018 and he has since been one of the company's top babyface wrestlers, including his 2019 Rip Chord Invitational victory that makes him this year's defending champion.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Career Highlights:</strong></p><p> COTT World Heavyweight Champion</p><p> Piledriver Champion</p><p> 2019 Rip Chord Invitational winner</p><p> MAW Mid Atlantic Champion</p><p> 2x RIPW USA Champion</p><p> 2015 RIPW March to Glory tournament winner</p></div><p></p><p></div></p><p> </p><p> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #ADD8E6; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url(<a href="https://i.imgur.com/OUphkmR.jpg" rel="external nofollow">https://i.imgur.com/OUphkmR.jpg</a>);background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"><img alt="uN4bdE9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uN4bdE9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> "The Athlete"</td></p><p> <td><span style="font-size:12px;"><strong>Xavi Ferrera</strong></span></p><p> <strong>Age:</strong> 25 [5 years pro]</p><p> <strong>Size:</strong> Muscular Middleweight<td></tr></table></p><p> </p><div style="text-align:left;"><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p> Xavi Ferrera is a talented youngster from Puerto Rico whose family were originally from Portugal. A track star at college where he was a nationally ranked hurdler, he is a top class athlete who can effortlessly master physical tasks that take some people years. Trained by Thom "Guide" Barrowman, his style is a blend of raw athleticism and fine technique, and even at a very young age he already seems blessed with an instinctive ability to modify his style to bring out the best in opponents. After spending a few months on the independent scene his obvious potential was enough to convince PSW to sign him onto their roster but didn't last long. Piledriver Wrestling signed him together with fellow PSW alumni Logan Diaz and they two have had an ongoing rivalry since as they attempt to prove who's better.</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Career Highlights:</strong></p><p> 2x Piledriver Champion</p><p> Piledriver United States Champion</p></div><p></p><p></div></p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="br3Un35.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/br3Un35.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div><p></p><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46150" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Piledriver Wrestling presents:</strong></p><p><strong> The Rip Chord Invitational XV</strong></p><p><strong> Saturday, Week 4 January, 2020</strong></p><p><strong> Live from the Centerpiece Bridge, SC</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Main Event</strong></p><p><strong> Tournament final</strong></p><p> Williams/Patriot/Itzamna/Dee vs Jordan/Ferrera/Valentine/Diaz</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Semi-main Event</strong></p><p> Patriot Power (Lora Washington & Miss Atlantic Wrestling) vs Brooke Tyler & ??</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Tournament Semifinal</strong></p><p> Diaz/Valentine vs Jordan/Ferrera</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Tournament Semifinal</strong></p><p> Williams/Patriot vs Itzamna/Dee</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Special Women's Tag match</strong></p><p> Kick City Connection (Winters & Sato) vs Sawyer Sports Services (Bitch & Trigg)</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Tournament Quarterfinal</strong></p><p> Jackpot Jordan vs Xavi Ferrera</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Tournament Quarterfinal</strong></p><p> Itzamna vs Frankie Dee</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Tournament Quarterfinal</strong></p><p> Masked Patriot vs Jerry Lee Williams</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Tournament Quarterfinal</strong></p><p> Casey Valentine vs James Diaz</p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote>

<p>War for Territory #25</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="OUphkmR.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OUphkmR.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">War for Territory #25</span></strong></p><p><strong> Saturday, Week 2 January, 2020</strong></p><p><strong> Live from the North Carolina Biker Museum, NC</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="SJYcxhu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SJYcxhu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="vunGiRs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vunGiRs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="INrQQdr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/INrQQdr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uN4bdE9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uN4bdE9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Riley McManus & Quentrel Garner vs Jerry Lee Williams & Xavi Ferrera</strong></p><p><strong> Members of the winning team will both participate in the Rip Chord Invitational XV</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Following the actions of Jerry Lee Williams at Night of the Champions, he is teamed up with Xavi Ferrera for this opening tag match against McManus and Garner with tickets to the Rip Chord Invitational XV on the line. Unike the clean cut, non-nonesense babyfaces, the heel team of Williams and Ferrera were not on the same page that night and they certainly aren't on this night, their egos clashing as bad as their wrestling styles. Still, a stroke of luck allows Williams to hit the Devil's Crossroad on Garner out of nowhere and score the pin, the result leaving a somewhat foul mouth on fans and losers alike.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winners: Jerry Lee Williams & Xavi Ferrera, by pinfall</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="87E3trK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/87E3trK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="MzjfHKV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MzjfHKV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="oSBICFE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSBICFE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="SCMAy8r.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SCMAy8r.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> The Diaz cousins and Nate DeMarcus are backstage, cutting a promo about their upcoming match. Logan Diaz says he'll be seconding the other two, while James and DeMarcus focus on paying back Annihilus and Reaper for their antics at Night of the Champions.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="rCrbMWQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rCrbMWQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Non title Elimination match</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="OMuDnHg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OMuDnHg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="4LTspFc.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4LTspFc.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><strong>w</strong><img alt="7rS8uzo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7rS8uzo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> The Good Ol' Boys (with Vinny Cruz)</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="oSBICFE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSBICFE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="SCMAy8r.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SCMAy8r.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><strong>w</strong><img alt="MzjfHKV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MzjfHKV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> James Diaz & Nate DeMarcus (with Logan Diaz)</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="WuYw4C6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WuYw4C6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="2FjO0qV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2FjO0qV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Annihilus & Reaper</strong></p><p><strong> Members of the winning team will both participate in the Rip Chord Invitational XV</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Probably a case of too many moving parts in this match and one of the glaring issues is seeing Logan on the corner of James. Whether because James is the bigger of two or because he's Ray's closer relative, the combination is somewhat off-putting. That and a cringe-worthy shoulder breaker from Fitzpaine that seems to take DeMarcus out of the match for good are bad news for the babyface team, but at least they're not the first ones eliminated. Instead, Reaper sees a chance and attacks the "celebrating" Fitzpaine to take him out and score the pin. This basically makes it a 2 on 1 situation and James Diaz is now the one all alone against two monsters. Though maimed, DeMarcus still does his part and lures Reaper into roughing him up, which in turn allows Diaz to catch Annihilus in a guillotine choke and get the submission for the win.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winners: James Diaz & Nate DeMarcus, by pinfall</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="87E3trK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/87E3trK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="aMXABmX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aMXABmX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="gG04bRj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gG04bRj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Backstage, Brooke Tyler is preparing for her upcoming match when "Playboy" Jake Sawyer walks in and tries to sell himself to her as the manager of champions in order to get her to join Sawyer Sports Services. Confident as ever, Tyler says she can get the job done on her own and she'll prove it again tonight, before she walks away to make her entrance.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="M4SOg7D.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/M4SOg7D.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="gG04bRj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gG04bRj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="8sEkkAa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8sEkkAa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><strong>w</strong><img alt="n1i1cZU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/n1i1cZU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> "The Second Generation Star" Brooke Tyler vs Eri "Strong Style" Sato (with "Ice Cold" Claire Winters)</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> For all her martial arts background, Sato has an underappreciated technical game and being in the ring with Brooke Tyler helps her highlight that aspect of her wrestling. Though featuring the occasional stiff strike to spice things up, the match is mostly a technical bout and Sato seems to be outclassed by both Tyler's skill and her own shortcomings. Winters has to jump in for the save more than once to the point where she risks disqualification, but once Sato ends up in the Brooke Breaker in the middle of the ring, the tap follows soon after and she's left to argue/blame Winters while Tyler has her hand raised.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winner: Brooke Tyler, by submission</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="M4SOg7D.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/M4SOg7D.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="FHUEpiU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FHUEpiU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="h9A0Crp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/h9A0Crp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="2rzwtJa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2rzwtJa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Patriot Power are on the big screen, addressing Brooke Tyler in the ring. Masked Patriot takes a back seat to Washington and Miss Atlantic Wrestling, who take turns to issue their challenge: the two of them, versus Tyler and a teammate of her choice.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="rCrbMWQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rCrbMWQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="Lw3UT9f.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Lw3UT9f.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="M3JEwrW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/M3JEwrW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="R9KIBTS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/R9KIBTS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><strong>w</strong><img alt="gDXGKOl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gDXGKOl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> COTT Junior Heavyweight title match</strong></p><p><strong> Jackpot Jordan (CZCW) vs The Architect (with "Class Act" Syd Collier)</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Not seen in Piledriver Wrestling for almost a full year since he lost to Xavi Ferrera in the opening round of the Rip Chord Invitational XIV, Jackpot Jordan returns to wrestle a title match in the main event this time. His opponent is The Architect and he uses every ounce of his mat magic to keep Jordan grounded, denying him most of his offence while working the arm to set up his Blueprint finisher. To make matters worse for Jordan, Collier is at ringside and every time he tries to get some offense going, if the Architect doesn't manage to shut it down fast, Collier is there for the assist. What the two of them did not account for though is that focusing on the arm still means Jordan can move around and kick pretty well, as evidenced by a surprize enzuguiri that takes out Collier, before Jordan finally hits an offensive sequence on the Architect that ends with the Cash In [Leaping Neckbreaker] and the pin to make him the inaugural COTT Junior Heavyweight champion.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winner: Jackpot Jordan, by pinfall</strong></p><p><strong> Jackpot Jordan wins the COTT Junior Heavyweight title</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="87E3trK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/87E3trK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">Show Rating:</span></strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="ozLd3Bm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ozLd3Bm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p>

<p>North American Heavyweight Championship: Matthew Keith vs.<strong> “The Supreme Star” Spencer Spade</strong> © w/ Lisa Bowen</p><p> Comments: <strong>Good match, close call, possible dirty finish</strong></p><p> GWC Special Challenge: <strong>“The Boss” Ross Henry</strong> vs. Jay Chord</p><p> Comments: <strong>Glad to see the monicker stuck. He's slowly getting built back up, so Jay loses this</strong></p><p> North American Tag Team Championship: <strong>The Devil’s Rejects</strong> w/ February Malaise vs. Homegrown ©</p><p> Comments: <strong>Mind says Homegrown, but heart says Rejects. Plus Homegrown can go solo too</strong></p><p> Grudge Match: <strong>Matty Faith</strong> vs. Ash Campbell w/ Lisa Bowen</p><p> Comments: <strong>Yup, time to wrap this up before the cow's been milked to death</strong></p><p> North American Women’s Championship: <strong>“The Mistress of the Backbreaker” Talia Quinzel</strong> vs. Jaime Quine ©</p><p> Comments: <strong>Not many heels who could take the strap off Quine. Talia winning here adds variety to the title scene too</strong></p><p> Grudge Match: <strong>Georgia Bulldogs</strong> vs. The Hazard Gang w/ Duke Hazard</p><p> Comments: <strong>Nostalgia aside, this feud feels like it's out of fuel already or is it just me?</strong></p><p> United States Championship: “The Omega Man” Harvey Robbinfield vs. <strong>“Lionheart” Funakoshi</strong> ©</p><p> Comments: <strong>Easy pick</strong></p>

Sgt. Bison is back, outta nowhere! Hope this means RW Vega shows up soon too and Shadaloo are reunited.

<p></p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="3B8IH1O.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3B8IH1O.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p> </p><p> <img alt="Lw3UT9f.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Lw3UT9f.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> The Confederation of the Territories is proud to announce the addition of a new title, the COTT Junior Heavyweight championship. Much like the COTT Women's title was made to showcase the female talent of not just OLLIE and Piledriver Wrestling but also AAA and QAW, the COTT Junior Heavyweight championship seeks to shine a spotlight on the smaller, faster but equally talented workers that fill the roster of member promotions such as CZCW, 4C and OLLIE. The decision has been made to crown the inaugural champion in the upcoming War for Territory event, the main event of which will feature Piledriver Wrestling's The Architect competing against CZCW's Jackpot Jordan over the belt.</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="y23bc3D.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/y23bc3D.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div><p></p><p></p><p> With the Rip Chord Invitational XV scheduled for the end of January, Piledriver Wrestling officials have decided to put participation up for grabs at their upcoming War for Territory event. According to the announcement, in both of the show's scheduled tag team matches, the members of each winning team will represent Piledriver Wrestling at the Invitational. The remaining four slots will be filled by representatives from 4C, CZCW, NYCW and OLLIE, the names of each promotion's representative however have not yet been disclosed.</p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46150" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Piledriver Wrestling presents:</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">War for Territory #25</span></strong></p><p><strong> Saturday, Week 2 January, 2020</strong></p><p><strong> Live from the North Carolina Biker Museum, NC</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Main Event</strong></p><p><strong> COTT Junior Heavyweight title match</strong></p><p> Jackpot Jordan (CZCW) vs The Architect</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Semi-main Event</strong></p><p><strong> Women's Showcase match</strong></p><p> "The Second Generation Star" Brooke Tyler vs Eri "Strong Style" Sato</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Three Way Tag Team Elimination match</strong></p><p><strong> Members of the winning team will both participate in the Rip Chord Invitational XV</strong></p><p> The Good Ol' Boys vs James Diaz & Nate DeMarcus vs Annihilus & Reaper</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Opening Tag Team match</strong></p><p><strong> Members of the winning team will both participate in the Rip Chord Invitational XV</strong></p><p> Riley McManus & Quentrel Garner vs Jerry Lee Williams & Xavi Ferrera</p></div><p></p><p></p></div></blockquote>

Rosters Accurate as of Friday, Week 1, January 2020 MEN'S ROSTER <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> The Monster</td> <td>Annihilus Age: 25 [4 years pro] Size: Muscular Super Heavyweight Finishing moves: Choke Grip [Thumb Spike Choke Hold]<td></tr></table> Overview: The giant Finnish bruiser Annihilus is a powerhouse seven-footer who came to the US from Europe in order to learn at the Piledriver School Of Wrestling (from where he graduated in 2015) and has chosen to remain in the country to find work. Very limited in his mobility, the big man has been mostly used in a tag team with George Wolfe as "The Death Squad". Career Highlights: COTT World Tag Team Championship Piledriver Tag Team Championship Piledriver United States Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> Cowboy</td> <td>Buck Winchester Age: 31 [8 years pro] Size: Light Heavyweight Finishing moves: Texas Backbreaker [Over Shoulder Backbreaker Hold] Swinging Neckbreaker<td></tr></table> Overview: "Cowboy" Buck Winchester is a bar room brawler from Dallas, Texas. There's very little refinement in Buck's work; from the moment he comes out in his usual attire of jeans, cowboy boots and a stetson, you know exactly what you're going to get, and that's fisticuffs. Although his ring work is limited, what does work in his favour is that he plays his character well, and although he rarely mumbles more than a few words, his charisma makes him a popular figure. Making his pro debut in 2011, he had found his way onto the RIPW roster within a year and had a good two and a half year run with them before being released in December 2014. Buck is a member of Piledriver Wrestling's starting roster and is known for having sent off several former members of the roster in "Loser Leaves Town" matches. Career Highlights: 2x Piledriver United States Championship Piledriver Tag Team Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> Killer</td> <td>Carl Bernard Age: 21 [2 years pro] Size: Big Heavyweight Finishing moves: Kill Switch [Double Underhook Powerbomb]<td></tr></table> Overview: "Killer" Carl Bernard is a Entertainer, trained at the Piledriver School Of Wrestling from where he graduated in August of 2017. A native of Maine with a menacing aura about him, he is 6'7 tall, 299lbs and a born heel, which he uses to portray a demented, bloodthirsty killer. Career Highlights: 2019 Golden Graduate Cup </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>Howlin' Mad Mort Age: 33 [12 years pro] Size: Bulky Big Heavyweight Finishing moves: Tree-Feller [sidewalk Slam] Tiiiiiiiiiiimber [Tag Choke Slam]<td></tr></table> Overview: Howlin' Mad Mort is the Canadian wrestler formerly known as Yukon Eric. Spotted by NYCW owner Larry Vessey on a small-time independent show while working against Whitehorse Whittaker, both men were impressive enough to be hired. Repackaged together as a lumberjack tag team called The Boys From The Yukon, Eric became Howlin' Mad Mort, the crazy powerhouse wildman of the team. Career Highlights: NYCW Tag Team Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> Return of the Monster</td> <td>James Diaz Age: 18 [Rookie year] Size: Muscular Heavyweight Finishing moves: Ray Gun [Double Underhook Piledriver] Asian Thumb Spike [Running Thumb Spike] Powerbomb<td></tr></table> Overview: James Diaz is the son of "The Monster" Raymond Diaz, one of the most famous foreign workers in PGHW history, a fact that has led to him being dubbed "The Return Of The Monster" by Japanese journalists who have seen his early matches. The 6'6, 290lb wrestler is very similar in style to the way his father was in his prime, using very unforgiving, brutal attacks, and simply battering his way through opponents with impressive tenacity, violence, and power. Career Highlights: None </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>Jebediah Age: 31 [11 years pro] Size: Flabby Big Heavyweight Finishing moves: Sundown Splash [Pump Splash]<td></tr></table> Overview: Jebediah is a big brawler who works an Amish gimmick. Standing at 6'11 and weighing over 300lbs, Jebediah is not somebody you'd want to get into a fist-fight with, but what his size (and gimmick) obscures is the fact that he's actually a very good athlete who has some great high flying moves in his arsenal when he wants to use them. His five year run with RIPW has been his most notable work thus far, with his 2013 USA title win being his career highlight, before joining Piledriver Wrestling in 2018 and winning the US title shortly after. Career Highlights: Piledriver United States Championship RIPW USA Championship RIPW Tag Team Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>Jerry Lee Williams Age: 30 [9 years pro] Size: Middleweight Finishing moves: Devil's Crossroad [Falling Face Plant]<td></tr></table> Overview: Tennessee William is a brawler who Larry Vessey discovered working the independent scene in the southern states under his real name, Jerry Lee Perkins. Liking the youngster's fire, Vessey hired him to come and work for New York City Wrestling. He debuted in July 2012, using the name Tennessee William and working a blues musician gimmick, and soon went on to form an excellent tag team with fellow southerner Animal Harker. William looks like he has a very bright future ahead of him and he also spent a year with PSW, before also joining Piledriver Wrestling as Jerry Lee Williams, a mix of the two names he usually employs and a nod to Jerry Lee Lewis. Career Highlights: 3x NYCW Tag Team Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> Jumpin'</td> <td>Johnny Needham Age: 22 [4 years pro] Size: Lightweight Finishing moves: Moonsault Heartbreak Kick [stereo Superkicks]<td></tr></table> Overview: Jumpin' Johnny Needham is from Washington DC and was trained in the Mid Atlantic Boot Camp, graduating in 2015. He is best known as one half of The Heartbreak Express tag team alongside Ralph Liotta. Career Highlights: Piledriver Tag Team Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> The Sandman</td> <td>Jules Knight Age: 22 [3 years pro] Size: Muscular Middleweight Finishing moves: Time for Bed [Cobra Clutch Legsweep]<td></tr></table> Overview: "The Sandman" Jules Knight is a technical wrestler from Oklahoma. He is a 2016 graduate of the Piledriver School Of Wrestling. A fine worker who has a strong grasp of technique, Knight's big weakness is that he is very bland both in the ring and in interviews. In an attempt to overcome that, he was given a corrupt policeman gimmick and put under a mask. Career Highlights: None </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>Kenneth Drebin Age: 19 [1 year pro] Size: Lightweight Finishing moves: Rear Savate Kick<td></tr></table> Overview: Kenneth Drebin is a Regular Wrestler, trained at the Piledriver School Of Wrestling, who turned pro in April 2018. From Rhode Island, he is 5'7 and 203lbs and naturally plays the heel. He is well suited to doing comedy and uses the 'Rear Savate Kick' as his regular finisher. Career Highlights: None </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> Glorious</td> <td>Logan Diaz Age: 24 [4 years pro] Size: Muscular Light Heavyweight Finishing moves: Belly to Belly Suplex Boston Crab<td></tr></table> Overview: "Glorious" Logan Diaz is a promising young talent from Florida who is of German descent. A high school athletic stand-out, excelling in multiple sports, he is a former two-time state champion in freestyle wrestling. Turning pro in late 2015, it is clear that he possesses all the tools to be a major player if handled right; looks, skill, athleticism and drive. He also has some pedigree in the business - he is the nephew of Raymond Diaz, a legendary figure from PGHW in Japan. His uncle's name value was enough to get the interest of several companies, but it was PSW who signed him up almost immediately upon him turning pro, before quickly releasing him for Piledriver Wrestling to sign. Although his real last name is Wolfsbaine and he wrestled under it in Pittsburgh, he has since reverted to "Diaz" as a nod and tribute to his family's legacy. Career Highlights: Piledriver Championship Piledriver United States Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>Masked Patriot Age: 32 [9 years pro] Size: Ripped Middleweight Finishing moves: Patriot Slam [Fireman's Carry Whiplash Slam]<td></tr></table> Overview: The Masked Patriot is a gimmick that has been around for decades and is reckoned by some historians to hold the distinction of not only being the longest continuously running character in wrestling, but also the gimmick to have had the most wrestlers use it. This Masked Patriot - by some accounts the twenty-first man to have donned the red, white and blue - is a youngster called Eric Lee from Boston. Patriot joined the SWF under a development deal upon turning pro and was sent to RIPW to gain experience and learn to work the "SWF style" and after a rushed run in the main roster, was released in July of 2017. Piledriver Wrestling signed him in April of 2018 and he has since been one of the company's top babyface wrestlers. Career Highlights: COTT World Heavyweight Championship Piledriver Championship 2019 Rip Chord Invitational winner MAW Mid Atlantic Championship 2 RIPW USA Championship 2015 RIPW March to Glory tournament winner </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> The Great</td> <td>Nate DeMarcus Age: 25 [6 years pro] Size: Muscular Light Heavyweight Finishing moves: Snap Tackle [Flying Shoulder Tackle]<td></tr></table> Overview: Nate "The Great" DeMarcus is an athletic young competitor from Rhode Island who graduated from the Mid Atlantic Boot Camp to the main MAW roster in 2013. Boasting an impressive build - he is 6'5 and over 280lbs of muscle - DeMarcus certainly looks the part, and thanks to his intensive training he has solid basics too. He hasn't shown much in the way of personality yet, but that is something that may come with age. Career Highlights: None </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>Oscar Tufnel Age: 21 [2 years pro] Size: Toned Lightweight Finishing moves: Disco Clothesline [Discus Clothesline]<td></tr></table> Overview: Oscar Tufnel is a Regular Wrestler, trained at the Mid Atlantic Boot Camp, who turned pro in April 2017. A native of Wisconsin, he is 5'8 and 203lbs and naturally plays the fan-favourite. He is adept at playing comedic roles and extremely charismatic whether on the mic or in the ring. He is currently working a Disco Dancing Fool comedy gimmick, complete with his 'Disco Clothesline' finisher. Career Highlights: None </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>Quentrel Garner Age: 20 [1 year pro] Size: Ripped Middleweight Finishing moves: Canadian Backdrop [A fast, high-altitude Flapjack]<td></tr></table> Overview: Quentrell Garner is a promising Regular Wrestler, trained at the WWA: Canada who joined the world of pro wrestling in January 2018. Born and raised in Vancouver, he is 6'2 and 259lbs and is naturally a babyface. He is adept at playing powerful no-nonsense characters. He usually finishes opponents with the 'Canadian Backdrop' and has been portraying the on-screen protege of Riley McManus, with which he shares a similar style and attitude. Career Highlights: None </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> Whole Lotta Lovin'</td> <td>Ralph Liotta Age: 25 [4 years pro] Size: Toned Middleweight Finishing moves: Swinging Neckbreaker Heartbreak Kick [stereo Superkicks]<td></tr></table> Overview: "Whole Lotta Lovin'" Ralph Liotta is a rookie from Canada who came through the Mid Atlantic Boot Camp, graduating in 2015. An all-rounder, Liotta can brawl and wrestle, and has the benefit of a seemingly inexhaustable gas tank on him. Since debuting on the main MAW roster he has been used exclusively in the tag team ranks, working alongside Jumpin' Johnny Needham as The Heartbreak Express. Career Highlights: Piledriver Tag Team Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> The Disciple of Darkness</td> <td>Reaper Age: 25 [6 years pro] Size: Toned Big Heavyweight Finishing moves: Two Handed Choke Bomb Death Bomb [Over Shoulder Backbreaker Rush]<td></tr></table> Overview: "The Disciple of Darkness" Reaper, is a 360lb all-muscle powerhouse with a memorable freakish look. Graduating from the Piledriver School Of Wrestling in 2013, the mohawked-madman likes to use his strength to crush opponents, but it is his other antics - jawing with the front row fans, turning up to fights in bizarre leather outfits, etc - that threatened to make him into the weirdest star wrestling has seen in a long time. He showed up in FCW in 2013 for his first run with a 'name' company as "The Warrior of the Wasteland" Mutant, making his debut at the final show of the year - One Night Of FREEDOM - with an impressive win over Joffy Laine in under five minutes. He has gone on to become one of the fastest rising stars in the company until his release in May of 2018. He returned to Piledriver Wrestling as the disciple of Scythe, before turning on his master to oust him from the promotion and later take Annihilus as his own acolyte. Career Highlights: 2018 Golden Graduate Cup FCW Tag Team Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>Riley McManus Age: 33 [13 years pro] Size: Toned Middleweight Finishing moves: Slingshot Suplex [Rope bounce-back suplex]<td></tr></table> Overview: Riley McManus is a wrestler from Georgia. A good athlete, he broke into wrestling at the tail end of 2006 when he began working the local independent scene. He soon began to gain a repuation for being a solid technical wrestler, not the spotty high flier that so many independent workers were, and that reputation reached the ears of Rip Chord who soon invited McManus down to MAW to have a try out; clearly he did well, as in the summer of 2007 he made his full debut for the promotion. McManus lasted four years with the promotion, and undoubtedly improved as a worker over that time, but ultimately he failed to make much of a mark until Piledriver Wrestling signed him for their opening roster. He has since won the promotion's top title and is a solid member of their shows. Career Highlights: Piledriver Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> Class Act</td> <td>Syd Collier Age: 30 [9 years pro] Size: Muscular Middleweight Finishing moves: Texas Cloverleaf<td></tr></table> Overview: "Class Act" Syd Collier is a 2010 graduate of the Mid Atlantic Boot Camp. The young Bostonian is a technical wrestler in the old school mould, a definite throwback to an earlier era. Displaying a natural grasp of psychology, Collier could end up going places if a promoter really gets behind him. He joined MAW's main roster upon turning pro, and has become a very accomplished tag team wrestler alongside Cameron Jones as "The Dynamite Express" before the team's breakup and subsequent feud that carried on from MAW to Piledriver Wrestling. After Jones' departure, Collier christened himself the defender of everything MAW used to stand for and has since formed a successful team with the Architect as "The Mid Atlantic Express". Career Highlights: 2018 Rip Chord Invitational winner Mid Atlantic Championship 3x MAW Tag Team Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>The Architect Age: 27 [7 years pro] Size: Lightweight Finishing moves: The Blueprint [Arm Triangle]<td></tr></table> Overview: The Architect Of Your Destruction, usually shortened to just The Architect, is a 2012 graduate of the Mid Atlantic Boot Camp. A technician, he likes to take his opponents to the mat and work them over with painful submission holds and stretches, a lot of which were taught to him directly by the legendary Sam Keith who oversaw a lot of his training. He will likely need to add some more exciting elements to his game before he can get anywhere, but he certainly has a good foundation for success. He joined MAW's main roster after turning pro and has made a solid start to his career. Since the promotion was bought out by Piledriver Wrestling, he's portrayed a more "purist" aspect and teamed up with fellow MAW alumni Syd Collier. Career Highlights: None </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>Thimbeby Langton Age: 35 [14 years pro] Size: Big Heavyweight Finishing moves: Gutwrench Flapjack Iowa Harvest<td></tr></table> Overview: Thimbleby Langton is a big, hard-hitting, ultra-tough country boy from Iowa who is the regular tag team partner of Wooton Fitzpaine as The Good Ol' Boys. They had been gaining a reputation for their wild brawling ways on the local independent scene when they somehow came to the attention of Pittsburgh Steel Wrestling head booker Alex Braun. He saw their potential, commenting that they were like "an American version of the McWade brothers", and quickly signed them up. They won their first major championship, the PSW Tag Team titles, in 2008, but ultimately that was the highlight of an otherwise poor run with the company and they left quietly in late 2010. They joined Piledriver Wrestling in 2019 to provide some veteran experience and depth to the tag team division in light of the upcoming Sam Keith Classic, which they won before also winning the Piledriver Tag Team titles. Career Highlights: 2019 Sam Keith Classic winner Piledriver Tag Team Championship PSW Tag Team Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>Whitehorse Whittaker Age: 32 [11 years pro] Size: Obese Heavyweight Finishing moves: Canadian Stun Gun [strong Gut Buster] Tiiiiiiiiiiimber [Tag Choke Slam]<td></tr></table> Overview: Whitehorse Whittaker is a burly Canadian brawler who spent his entire career working the low-level independent scene up north prior to being signed by NYCW in early 2012. In a strange twist of fate, Whittaker would be teamed up with Howlin' Mad Mort to form a new tag team, The Boys From The Yukon - Mort was the wrestler formerly known as Yukon Eric, against whom Whittaker had been competing when Vessey first saw him. Whittaker was released from NYCW in May of 2019 but soon resurfaced in Piledriver Wrestling alongside long time partner Howlin' Mad Mort. Career Highlights: NYCW Tri-State Regional Championship NYCW Tag Team Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>Wooton Fitzpaine Age: 35 [14 years pro] Size: Big Heavyweight Finishing moves: Running Big Boot Iowa Harvest<td></tr></table> Overview: Wooton Fitzpaine is one half of The Good Ol' Boys alongside Thimbleby Langton, a viciously physical tag team from Iowa. The two big fist-fighters came to the attention of Pittsburgh Steel Wrestling booker Alex Braun in 2007 and he quickly brought them into the company, seeing their wild brawling ways as something that would appeal to the hostile Tri-State crowds. Although they started their mainstream careers brightly, winning the PSW Tag Team titles toward the end of 2008, The Good Ol' Boys faded fairly quickly when it became clear that they simply weren't that good in the ring nor entertaining enough to cover that fact. They quietly left the promotion in late 2010 and joined Piledriver Wrestling in 2019 to provide some veteran experience and depth to the tag team division in light of the upcoming Sam Keith Classic, which they won before also winning the Piledriver Tag Team titles. Career Highlights: 2019 Sam Keith Classic winner Piledriver Tag Team Championship PSW Tag Team Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> The Athlete</td> <td>Xavi Ferrera Age: 25 [5 years pro] Size: Muscular Middleweight Finishing moves: High Impact Frog Splash Ferrerarana [Headscissor Takedown]<td></tr></table> Overview: Xavi Ferrera is a talented youngster from Puerto Rico whose family were originally from Portugal. A track star at college where he was a nationally ranked hurdler, he is a top class athlete who can effortlessly master physical tasks that take some people years. Trained by Thom "Guide" Barrowman, his style is a blend of raw athleticism and fine technique, and even at a very young age he already seems blessed with an instinctive ability to modify his style to bring out the best in opponents. After spending a few months on the independent scene his obvious potential was enough to convince PSW to sign him onto their roster but didn't last long. Piledriver Wrestling signed him together with fellow PSW alumni Logan Diaz and they two have had an ongoing rivalry since as they attempt to prove who's better. Career Highlights: 2x Piledriver Championship Piledriver United States Championship </div> WOMEN's ROSTER <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> The Second Generation Superstar</td> <td>Brooke Tyler Age: 26 [6 years pro] Size: Toned Lightweight Finishing moves: Brooke Breaker [Full Nelson Clutch]<td></tr></table> Overview: "The Franchise" Brooke Tyler is the daughter of Eric Tyler, the DAVE legend. Trained by her father, Brooke has impeccable pedigree and even at a young age already has magnificent technical skills. Matching that technique with her natural speed and athleticism has resulted in a dangerous fighter, one who specialises in the setting up and executing of painful submission moves. In particular she is noted for her deadly Brooke Breaker, a full nelson applied while sitting on the opponent's lower back. She got her first big break when she joined NOTBPW in August 2013 and quickly got over on the back of some excellent technical matches with Amber Allen, but was released in March of 2019 before resurfacing at Piledriver Wrestling's final show of that year. Career Highlights: 2x NOTBPW Women's Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> Ice Cold</td> <td>Claire Winters Age: 26 [5 years pro] Size: Toned Small Finishing moves: Flying Knee Strike Heel Kick<td></tr></table> Overview: "Ice Cold" Claire Winters is a young women's wrestler who is just beginning her career. Her good looks are deceptive, as you'd never guess that she has a strong fighting background, particularly in kick boxing. She uses those skills in her in-ring style, attacking with a variety of strong kicks and punches. It is also reflected in her usual attire, as she wears MMA-style gloves and ring gear. This all helps her stand out from the crowd, and could be beneficial to her career in the long run. Career Highlights: Piledriver Women's Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> Payback</td> <td>Emma Bitch Age: 33 [15 years pro] Size: Lightweight Finishing moves: The Payback [Falling Face Plant]<td></tr></table> Overview: "Payback" Emma Bitch is a vicious brawler from Toronto who is noted for her aggressive in-ring nature. She was originally trained in the NOTBPW youth system, particularly by Victoria Stone, and she made the transition to the main roster in 2006 at the age of 20. By 2008 she was women's champion of the promotion, but a failed drug test saw her bounced from NOTBPW in January 2009 and sidelined for an entire decade before Piledriver Wrestling signed her in 2019. Career Highlights: NOTBPW Women's Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> Strong Style</td> <td>Eri Sato Age: 28 [8 years pro] Size: Toned Lightweight Finishing moves: Buzzsaw Kick<td></tr></table> Overview: Eri Sato is a young Japanese wrestler who is particularly noted for her aggressive kick-based attacks. She has been trained extensively in many martial arts, and that is clear in her performances as her strikes are clearly those of a trained fighter rather than an untrained grappler. In particular, the move she has dubbed The Sato Tornado, a wicked spin kick to an opponent trapped in the corner, shows off her flawless technique, speed, and agility. Career Highlights: None </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> American Woman</td> <td>Lora Washington Age: 33 [13 years pro] Size: Lightweight Finishing moves: July 4th Jam [seated Face Plant]<td></tr></table> Overview: "American Woman" Lora Washington is a Florida wrestler who was trained by AAA but never made it to the full roster. Surprisingly she eventually turned up on the BSC roster, using the gimmicky name "Miss American Pie", as part of the promotion's attempt to add more actual wrestling to their shows. She managed to teach some of the girls some decent skills, but ultimately it was a futile attempt as the promotion went out of business in November 2012. Her efforts had got her noticed by USPW however, and she joined them a few months later, again as Miss American Pie, and has been a solid member of the roster ever since until her release in 2019. Unphased, Washington moved to Piledriver Wrestling and debuted with a big title win over "Poison Ivy" Mariana Torres. Career Highlights: Piledriver Women's Championship BSC Girl Power Tag Team Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> Poison Ivy</td> <td>Mariana Torres Age: 31 [12 years pro] Size: Skinny Small Finishing moves: Venus Fly-Trap [Rolling Cross Armlock]<td></tr></table> Overview: Mariana Torres is a Mexican luchadora who is noted for her slick chain wrestling abilities. She was one of the founding members of CILL's women's division under a mask as Poison Ivy, appearing on their very first show in January 2011, and has become one of the key members of the roster until her release while on maternity leave. Bitter and looking to prove she never lost a beat, Torres signed with Piledriver Wrestling, appearing under her real name and without her mask under the guidance of "Playboy" Jake Sawyer. Career Highlights: Piledriver Women's Championship 2x CILL World Women's Championship </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> The Raging Bull</td> <td>Melanie Trigg Age: 21 [2 years pro] Size: Toned Lightweight Finishing moves: Crunching Sickle<td></tr></table> Overview: Melanie Trigg is a Brawler, trained at the Supreme Wrestling University, who joined the world of pro wrestling in August 2017. Fighting out of Vermont, she is 5'9 and 206lbs and is naturally a heel. She is adept at playing weirdos and oddballs, but currently acting as the powerhouse muscle of Sawyer Sports Services. Career Highlights: None </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> <td>Miss Atlantic Wrestling Age: 21 [1 year pro] Size: Small Finishing moves: Kentucky Fried Chickenwing [Crossface Chickenwing]<td></tr></table> Overview: Miss Atlantic Wrestling is a character played by Rosemary Dooey of Wyoming. As a Tecnician and protege of Sam Keith who's trained at the Mid Atlantic Boot Camp and turned pro in June 2018, her character is a patriotic one whose background, name and style tap into that MAW nostalgia. Career Highlights: None </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"> The Goth</td> <td>Nancy Hollands Age: 21 [1 year pro] Size: Toned Small Finishing moves: Spider's Kiss<td></tr></table> Overview: Nancy Hollands is a Entertainer, trained at the Piledriver School Of Wrestling, who turned pro in June 2018. Born and raised in Arizona, she is 5'4 and 136lbs and is a born heel. She is well suited to playing weird characters. She has the annoying habit of ending just about every sentence with 'know what I mean?' She uses the 'Spider's Kiss' as her regular finisher. Career Highlights: None </div> <div style="padding: 10px; border: 5px solid #035096; margin:10px;background: #FFFFFF; max-width:1000px;box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-position:center;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-size:contain;"><table style="border: 5px solid #cd7f32; background: #E0E0E0; box-shadow: 0 4px 8px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2), 0 6px 20px 0 rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.19); background-image:url();background-repeat:repeat-y;background-size:contain;background-position:center;"; cellpadding="5px"; frame="box"; width="100%"><tr valign="top"><td width="150px"; valign="middle"></td> <td>Nicole Pyle Age: 22 [2 years pro] Size: Skinny Lightweight Finishing moves: Pyle-Driver<td></tr></table> Overview: A native of Mississippi and Lee Wright's personal protege, Nicole Pyle is a Cruiserweight who trained at the Piledriver School Of Wrestling, graduating in August of 2017. She is 5'7 tall, weighs 192lbs and naturally plays the fan-favourite. Career Highlights: None </div> NON-WRESTLING ON-SCREEN PERSONALITIES Alvin Lavin, Referee El Masked Sheik, The Carolinas Network TV representative Ernest Forthdyke-Hume, Colour Commentator Gorgon, Authority Figure and Chief Trainer at the Piledriver School of Wrestling Lee Wright, Owner Lisa Bowen, Manager of the Boys from the Yukon Marvin Earnest, Announcer "Playboy" Jake Sawyer, Manager of Sawyer Sports Services Vinny Cruz, Manager of the Good Ol' Boys TAG TEAMS/STABLES Double Diaz - James Diaz & Logan Diaz Kick City Connection - Claire Winters & Eri Sato Patriot Power - Masked Patriot, Lora Washington, Miss Atlantic Wrestling Sawyer Sports Services - Mariana Torres, Emma Bitch, Melanie Trigg, "Playboy" Jake Sawyer The Boys from the Yukon - Howlin' Mad Mort & Whitehorse Whittaker The Good Ol' Boys - Thimbleby Langton & Wooton Fitzpaine The Heartbreak Exprerss - Johnny Needham & Ralph Liotta The Mid Atlantic Express - Syd Collier & The Architect

Where tomorrow's stars are made Enforcer Roberts Graduated: 1988 Employers: SWF (March 1996 to present) Titles: 3x SWF North American champion, SWF World Tag Team champion (with Black Hat Bailey) Current status: Road Agent for the SWF Krusher Karloff Graduated: 1988 Employers: PPPW (July 1991 to March 1998), TCW (August 1998 to June 2009, as Billy Jack Shearer), USPW (November 2010 to April 2017) Titles: 3x USPW World Tag Team champion (with Petr Novak), TCW Hardcore Champion, 2x TCW World Tag Team champion (with Randall Hopkirk), 3x PPPW Tri-State champion Current status: Unemployed, Retired from in-ring action in August 2017 Honest Frank Graduated: 1988 Employers: XFW (August 1994 to March 1998, as Frankie Future), DAVE (March 1998 to February 2001), PSW (October 2007 to March 2012), NYCW (November 2003 to October 2017) Titles: 4x NYCW Empire champion, PSW Champion,2x XFW Champion Current status: NYCW Hall of Famer. Retired from in-ring action in August 2018 to start his own dojo. Skull DeBones Graduated: 1989 Employers: TWL (August 1989 to November 1993, as Winchester), DAVE (November 1993 to April 1997), SWF (April 1997 to present) Titles: 3x SWF World Heavyweight champion, SWF North American champion, DAVE Extreme champion, 4x TWL Tag Team champion (with Sidewinder) Current status: TWL Hall of Famer. Employed by SWF as an active competitor. Had his third run as SWF World Heavyweight champion from October of 2018 to July of 2019 with 7 defenses before losing it to "Big Money" Brandon James. Jumped from #213 in 2018 to #91 in 2019 in the "Power 500" rankings. Jack Bruce Graduated: 1990 Employers: NYCW (September 1994 to December 1996), TCW (December 1996 to August 2004), SWF (August 2004 to present) Titles: 7x SWF World Heavyweight champion, 2x TCW International champio Current status: Employed by SWF as an active competitor and announced as a future Hall of Immortals inductee. Had his seventh run as SWF World Heavyweight champion from April to October of 2018 with 5 defenses before losing it to Skull DeBones. Jumped from #116 in 2017 to #92 in 2018 in the "Power 500" rankings. Paul Steadyfast Graduated: 1993 Employers: TCW (December 1996 to May 2002), NYCW (August 2002 to May 2003), TCW (June 2003 to August 2006) Titles: TCW World Tag Team champion (with Robert Oxford), TCW Hardcore Champion, NYCW Empire champion Current status: Unemployed Doug Peak Graduated: 1997 Employers: DAVE (April 200 to October 2006), WEXXV (November 2006 to present) Titles: WEXXV Warrior's Heart champion, 3x WEXXV King of Death Matches champion, 5x WEXXV Blood Brothers champion (3 with Henry Lee, 1 with Eddie Peak and 1 with Koichi Kajiwara), 3x DAVE Tag Team champion (with Eddie Peak) Current status: Employed by WEXXV, current WEXXV Blood Brothers champion (with Koichi Kajiwara). DaVE Hall of Famer (with Eddie Peak, as the Peak Brothers) and inducted into the WEXXV Hall of Fame in June 2016 with Henry Lee, as American Psychos) Eddie Peak Graduated: 1997 Employers: DAVE (July 1998 to April 2007), WEXXV (November 2005 to October 2006), TCW (June 2007 to June 2017), USPW (May 2017 to present) Titles: DAVE Unified champion, DAVE Brass Knuckles champion, 3x DAVE Tag Team champion (with Doug Peak), WEXXV Blood Brothers champion (with Eddie Peak), TCW World Tag Team champion (with American Buffalo), USPW National champion Current status: Employed by USPW. DaVE Hall of Famer (with Doug Peak, as the Peak Brothers) Rick Law Graduated: 2000 Employers: USPW (September 2000 to April 2004), TCW (April 2004 to September 2014), USPW (September 2014 to present) Titles: 2x USPW National champion, USPW Television champion, USPW World Tag Team champion (with Captain USA), TCW International champion, TCW Hardcore champion, TCW World Tag Team champion (with John Anderson) Current status: Employed by USPW. Ranked #9 in 2019 in the "Power 500" rankings. American Machine Graduated: 2001 Employers: NYCW (May 2005 to April 2009), SWF (April 2009 to January 2018) Titles: 3x SWF World Tag Team champion (with Des Davids), 2x NYCW Tag Team champion (1 with Steve Flash, 1 with Whistler) Current status: Unemployed. Ant-Man Graduated: 2009 Employers: ACPW (April 2011 to February 2016), RIPW (January 2016 to present) Titles: 3x ACPW Canadian Regional champion, 3x ACPW Tag Team champion (with Topher Smith), RIPW Championship, 2018 RIPW March to Victory tournament champion Current status: Employed by RIPW. Jonah Pilgrim Graduated: 2010 Employers: MAW (April 2014 to March 2018), Piledriver Wrestling (March 2018 to January 2020) Titles: MAW Mid Atlantic Tag Team champion (with Ade Nelson) Current status: Unemployed. Joffy Laine Graduated: 2011 Employers: FCW (August 2013 to present) Titles: None... yet Current status: Employed by FCW. Cip Conduit Graduated: 2012 Employers: Piledriver Wrestling (January 2012 to September 2018), FCW (September 2018 to present) Titles: 2x Piledriver champion Current status: Employed by FCW. Mutant Graduated: 2012 Employers: FCW (November 2013 to May 2018), Piledriver Wrestling (April 2018 to present, as Reaper) Titles: FCW Tag Team champion (with Bull Wrecker), 2018 Golden Graduate tournament winner Current status: Employed by Piledriver Wrestling. Deever Arnold Graduated: 2014 Employers: RIPW (January 2015 to present) Titles: None... yet Current status: Employed by RIPW. Annihilus Graduated: 2015 Employers: Piledriver Wrestling (January 2015 to present) Titles: COTT World Tag Team champion (with George Wolfe, as the Death Squad), Piledriver Tag Team champion (with George Wolfe, as the Death Squad), Piledriver United States champion Current status: Employed by Piledriver Wrestling, current United States champion. Jules Knight Graduated: 2016 Employers: Piledriver Wrestling (November 2016 to present) Titles: None... yet Current status: Employed by Piledriver Wrestling Carl Bernard Graduated: 2017 Employers: Piledriver Wrestling (August 2017 to present) Titles: 2019 Golden Graduate tournament winner Current status: Employed by Piledriver Wrestling. Nicole Pyle Graduated: 2017 Employers: Piledriver Wrestling (August 2017 to present) Titles: None... yet Current status: Employed by Piledriver Wrestling Herman Roberts Graduated: 2018 Employers: Piledriver Wrestling (April 2018 to April 2019, as The Personal Space Invader) Titles: None... yet Current status: Unemployed. Kenneth Drebin Graduated: 2018 Employers: Piledriver Wrestling (April 2018 to present) Titles: None... yet Current status: Employed by Piledriver Wrestling Nancy Hollands Graduated: 2018 Employers: Piledriver Wrestling (June 2018 to present) Titles: None... yet Current status: Employed by Piledriver Wrestling

Night of the Champions Piledriver Wrestling Presents Night of the Champions Friday, Week 4 December, 2019 Live from the Centerpiece Bridge, SC Golden Graduate Six Person Elimination match Featuring: "Killer" Carl Bernard vs El Hijo de Pilgrim vs "The Sandman" Jules Knight vs Kenneth Drebin vs "The Goth" Nancy Hollands vs Nicole Pyle Opposite to his recent promo, El Hijo de Pilgrim comes out on his own and looks a bit baffled at the absence of his manager. Bernard also lacks Sheik Ali Al-Avatar, who was recently taken out by Annihilus and the match is off with no outside presence at all. After a fun little comedy spot with Pilgrim, simpleton Kenneth Drebin is rolled up by Pyle and becomes the first elimination of the match, with Hollands following soon after Bernard demolishes her with a spear. This earns him the attention of Knight, who attempts to "arrest" him only to get chokeslammed and eliminated himself after a short exchange. With now half the starting participants in, Pilgrim and Pyle realize they need to team up in order to take down Bernard and through a series of quick hit-and-run moves bring him down to one knee. Pilgrim charges for whatever he had in mind, but Bernard explodes back up to a standing position, sending Pilgrim up and over the ropes to the outside floor. Pyle retreats to check on him (and avoid a one on one confrontation with Bernard) and this gives the big man enough time to regroup. Once Pilgrim is back up and in the ring again, he tries his charge once more, this time getting caught into a spinebuster that leads to the pin. Pyle comes in flying from the top turnbuckle for a crossbody next, with Bernard catching her and slamming her on top of Pilgrim, scoring the final elimination to win the match. <div style="padding: 15px; border: 3px solid #000000; margin:10px;background: #F5F5F5; max-width:50%;box-shadow: 0 6px 12px ";">2019 Golden Graduate "Killer" Carl Bernard</div> Piledriver United States title match w Nate "The Great" DeMarcus vs "The Monster" Annihilus © (with Reaper) Caught between a rock and a hard place, or in this case, two of the biggest, nastiest men on the roster, DeMarcus is in for a rough match. His athleticism is of little good against the super heavyweight champion but still he manages to pull off a decent performance and last a full ten minutes before ending up in the dreaded Choke Grip. Reaper barely needs to do anything to help his new disciple and just like that, Annihilus manages to retain. Winner: Annihilus, via submission Annihilus makes defence number 2 of his Piledriver United States title Once the match is over though, Reaper gets in the ring to raise the champion's hand, then the two monsters turn their attention towards the reeling DeMarcus. Gasping for air still, DeMarcus can barely roll through to protect himself from the 2 on 1 beatdown when... James Diaz rushes down to the ring and cleans house, forcing the heels to a retreat! Offering a hand to DeMarcus, Diaz helps him stand back up and supports him on the walk back to the locker room, as fans applaud. Backstage, frustrated by what happened in the opening match, El Hijo de Pilgrim is in the middle of a heated discussion with his manager... El Masked Sheik, who totally is NOT Sheik Ali Al-Avatar under a mask, he just happens to have a heavy accent that's a shady mix between Spanish and Middle Eastern. As El Masked Sheik points out, he may hail from the same place as El Hijo de Pilgrim (yep, seeing them next to each other that actually makes absolute sense) but he is not here to help him. After slapping the young competitor, he turns to the camera and explains he is here representing El Network de TV Carolinas and his job is to evaluate whether Piledriver Wrestling should be offered a broadcast deal. It will all depend on what he writes in his report and he can tell whatever... story... he likes... [heavily practiced maniacal evil laughter] Texas Deathmatch Loser Leaves Piledriver Wrestling Buck Winchester vs George Wolfe Wolfe comes out wearing a shirt that reads "Clutch Player" as a nod to having put the pressure on himself in order to perform best now that the stakes are high, while Winchester is his usual self in jeans, cowboy boots and hat. There's no two ways about it, this is going to be a nasty brawl. Wolfe has the early advantage and even slams Winchester with a couple of big suplexes, forcing the Texas native to regroup outside the ring. After a brief pause to stand confidently in the middle of the ring, Wolfe gives chase but gets caught when Winchester lures him into a charge he dodges to send Wolfe crashing onto the barricade. From that point on the cowboy is in control and he proceeds to punish his 28 year old second generation opponent, the highlight of which is delivering the Texas Backbreaker onto a folding chair he'd set up earlier. Wolfe shows tenacity and fights back as best as he can, trying to take the fight back between the ropes where he's strongest, but as soon as he goes for a big vertical suplex, his damaged back gives way and Buck hits him with another Texas Backbreaker, this time doing enough damage to keep him down for the full count. Winner: Buck Winchester Still breathing hard from the fight, Winchester calls for a mic and in his usual laconic style simply says that "Buck... is back!" before dropping the mic and returning to the locker room, leaving Wolfe to the realization that he was just kicked out of the company. Three Way Tag Team Ladder match for the Piledriver Tag Team titles w The Good Ol' Boys © (with Vinny Cruz) The Heartbreak Express w The Boys from the Yukon (with Lisa Bowen) While it starts as a wrestling match, this quickly devolves into a hardcore brawl once the first ladder is introduced. Though the two big man heel teams go all out in using the ladders as weapons against each other, the Express isn't far behind and Needham especially hits a few high flying moves off the ladders, his highlight being when he stops halfway up to the belts in order to dive outside onto Bowen instead, taking out his traitorous ex manager but also giving up his chance to reclaim the titles. With Needham out after his crazy stunt and Whittaker checking on Bowen, the Good Ol' Boys team up to hit the Iowa Harvest on Mort, slamming him down onto a ladder. Liotta gets thrown over the top rope onto Whittaker outside and with the ring clear as everyone else is reeling, Wooton Fitpaine has the time to retrieve the titles for his team. Winners: The Good Ol' Boys The Good Ol' Boys make defence number 1 of their Piledriver Tag Team titles w "The Athlete" Xavi Ferrera vs Riley McManus (with Quentrel Garner) Though not as heated or personal as Ferrera's feud with Logan Diaz, there is a long history between him and McManus since both are PDW originals and former champions way before Diaz ever claimed the top prize in the company. With Riley's protege watching from the sidelines, the two competitors deliver a straightforward wrestling match, a welcome change of pace after the spot-heavy ladder match and the Winchester-Wolfe brawl that preceded it. However, the entire thing is brought down a bit by its shady finish when... ...Jerry Lee Williams comes out to harass Garner at ringside, distracting McManus for a precious moment that allows Ferrera to take him down with a Samoan Drop and deliver the High Impact Frog Splash for the pin. Winner: Xavi Ferrera, by pinfall following interference from Jerry Lee Williams Piledriver Women's title match ww "American Woman" Lora Washington © (with Miss Atlantic Wrestling) vs Melanie Trigg (with "Playboy" Jake Sawyer) With title victories over former champion "Poison Ivy" Mariana Torres and "Payback" Emma Bitch, Washington now looks to vanquish the final member of Sawyer Sports Services in Melanie Trigg. The challenger's sheer power and aggression makes for an explosive start, but as Washington struggles to make a comeback, it becomes apparent these two will never really gel as opponents. Miss Atlantic Wrestling and Sawyer do their best to contribute to the match and draw attention away from its shortcomings, including a part where they get into a little ringside brawl, while Washington takes a beating for over twelve minutes before she can finally hit the July 4th Jam to score the pin and retain. Winner: Lora Washington, by pinfall Lora Washington makes defence number 3 of her Piledriver Womens title Miss Atlantic Wrestling gets in the ring to celebrate the victory with Lora Washington, when an aggressive guitar riff hits the speakers... ...and out comes none other than Brooke Tyler! The second generation wrestler and daughter of DaVE legend "The Traditionalist" Eric Tyler, Brooke gets a loud reaction from the fans and gets on the mic to announce her arrival, so Washington better watch out because she's coming for that title of hers... ww Jebediah vs Masked Patriot (with Miss Atlantic Wrestling) vs Reaper (with Annihilus) Jebediah is the only man in the match to not have someone on his corner, Masked Patriot is by far the smaller man and Miss Atlantic Wrestling is both too small and too honorable to contribute much besides cheering him on, so Reaper looks like the favorite going into this match. Indeed, Jebediah immediatey recognized the threat Annihilus poses at ringside and quickly turns his attention that way, hitting the big man with a surprise avalanche before leaving the ring to continue his attack outside it. This leaves Patriot and Reaper with some space to fight each other before Jebediah decides to rejoin the bout. Patriot smartly retreats to a corner so he can catch his breath and let the two behemoths butt heads, which leads to Jebediah eventually superplexing Reaper and almost breaking the ring. Before the amish wrestler can finish things off with the Sunset Splash, Patriot gets back into the match though still coming head-on instead of jumping Jebediah from behind. It's a straightforward athletic contest and given what Jeb's been through so far, a pretty even one too. The recovered Reaper isn't above slamming Jebediah from behind though and the blow brings him to one knee before Reaper shifts his attention to Patriot. A charging spear is dodged and Reaper crashes onto Annihilus just as he' climbing back into the apron, leaving the field open for Patriot to apply a guillotine choke on Jebediah and after much struggle, force him to submit. Winner: Masked Patriot, by submission Piledriver Championship title match ww "Glorious" Logan Diaz © (with James Diaz) vs "Class Act" Syd Collier (with The Architect) A match several months in the making, this one is made extra tense by the presence of James Diaz and the Architect at ringside, a reminder of the ongoing feud between the Mid Atlantic Express and basically every rookie they deem as not having paid their dues. The start of the match is pretty old school, with Collier talking trash before Diaz chops him to a corner; from there, Collier switches into cowardly heel mode, avoiding conflict until James Diaz shoves him towards his cousin for a suplex that ends in a two count. Collier complains to the ref for the interference but it's all a trick to catch the champion unaware and shoot for his legs, taking him to the mat where Collier is most comfortable. After a couple of holds, Diaz manages to power out and hit a big headbutt to create some space, but the subsequent dizzyness has him head towards the corner where the Architect is lying in wait to sneak in a few blows before raising his hands and playing innocent to the ref. Collier pounces to deliver some strikes and take down Diaz to apply the Texas Cloverleaf, but he does so too quick and being close to the ropes still, Logan manages to crawl there and force a break. Frustrated, Collier drags his opponent to the middle of the ring and tries again, but this time he gets blocked and in a slow, dramatic reversal, Diaz actually turns things around to get on top and put Collier in a Boston Crab, right in the center of the ring! Collier struggles and the Architect gets in the ring to help, but before he can break it up, James Diaz gets in the way to deny it. James and the Architect get into a shoving contest but that ends with an Asian Thumb Spike that flattens the veteran and with no other options left now, Collier finally taps out. Winner: Logan Diaz, by submission Logan Diaz makes defence number 1 of his Piledriver Championship title Show Rating:

First your absence, then my Easter break, I had a lot of catching up to do and boy did stuff happen! North American Heavyweight Championship: Primus Allen vs. Spencer Spade © Probably via shady finish. Don't think Allen winning adds much value to his stock, he can live with a dirty loss Special Attraction: Ross Henry vs. Gino Montero Ross "The Boss" pulls through this to build up to his title match Six Man Tag: Brandon Smith & The Mission vs. Bowen Services Cohesive unit needs to look like it, plus they have a manager to help in all the mess North American Tag Team Championship: NOTBPW's Brett Starr & Donte Dunn vs. Homegrown © New champs retain North American Women's Championship: Tiffany Jade vs. Jaime Quine © Should be a great and close match, but Quine's probably retaining until Tyler can win the strap Grudge Match: Georgia Bulldogs vs. The Hazard Gang Is it just me or has this feud gone a bit under the radar? Cowboys win here to look strong in their return United States Championship: Johnny Anderson vs. Funakoshi © Funakoshi is bae. I'm already salivating at the prospect of a Funakoshi vs Diaz big match Special Challenge: Houston Handley vs. Alicia Strong Houston isn't even in Alicia's league

As the rare breed that is a non-Japanese strong style big man, I've always pictured Smith as kind of the CVerse edition of WALTER, but these bring a different Walter to mind... :rolleyes:

The Dev Journal is back and I was glad to read about the "At Ringside" Road Agent note, finally we can have someone wrestle a match and have more than a single person on their corner.

<p>NA Heavyweight Championship: Ross Henry vs. <strong>Spencer Spade © w/ Lisa Bowen</strong></p><p> Comments: Tainted win for Spade, in order to keep Henry looking strong</p><p> </p><p> Grudge Match: <strong>Matty Faith</strong> vs. Ash Campbell w/ Lisa Bowen</p><p> Comments: Pull yourself together, Matt!</p><p> </p><p> Grudge Match: <strong>Primus Allen</strong> vs. Harvey Robbinfield</p><p> Comments: Primus continues the Climb (see what I did there?)</p><p> </p><p> Loser Leaves Town: <strong>David Stone</strong> vs. Paul Huntingdon</p><p> Comments: I think the narrative gave this one away</p><p> </p><p> NA Tag Team Championship: Homegrown vs. The Devil's Rejects w/ February Malaise vs. <strong>Gangsta Nation © w/ Brother G</strong></p><p> Comments: Might be the toughest pick on the card, alongside the main event. Personal bias aside, I think the two contenders are established and the Nation needs to retain a bit longer here</p><p> </p><p> NA Women's Championship: Brooke Tyler vs. <strong>Jaime Quine</strong>©</p><p> Comments: Brooke is good, but needs to build up her US pop and a bit more skill before claiming a title</p><p> </p><p> Tag Team Match: <strong>The Keith Brothers</strong> vs. Bowen Services w/ Lisa Bowen</p><p> Comments: The Gold Rush story didn't feel like the start of a brother vs brother feud, so I'm guessing they win</p><p> </p><p> GWC World Six Man Championship: <strong>The Fallen w/ Father Grim</strong> vs. The Diaz Family</p><p> Comments: The Fallen need to look like the big beasts they are and Ray Diaz is probably so deep in decline he'll take the pin</p><p> </p><p> United States Championship: Dillion Wiuff vs. <strong>Cali Slick ©</strong></p><p> Comments: Dillion gets a chance at a big singles match to show what he can do but isn't winning it too</p>

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="EBEZA" data-cite="EBEZA" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46150" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><strong>Three Way Tag Team Ladder match for the Piledriver Tag Team titles</strong><p> The Good Ol' Boys © vs <strong>The Heartbreak Express</strong> vs The Boys from the Yukon</p><p> <em>The warring teams get too involved fighting each other, giving the quicker team the opportunity to win in a match best suited to them.</em></p></div></blockquote><p> That was kind of the idea: No DQ and ladders galore for the heel teams, but a setup that also gives the Express a chance to use their speed to score a surprise win.</p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="EBEZA" data-cite="EBEZA" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46150" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><strong>Texas Deathmatch</strong><p><strong> Loser Leaves Piledriver Wrestling</strong></p><p><strong> Buck Winchester</strong> vs George Wolfe</p><p> <em>Wolfe seems to be in a decline, so it wouldn't surprise me if it was part of your plan to transfer some of his pop before he leaves.</em></p></div></blockquote><p> I'm guessing "decline" refers to his booking and presentation, because Wolfe is 28 years old, he hasn't even hit his prime yet <img alt=":D" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/biggrin.png.929299b4c121f473b0026f3d6e74d189.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Theheel" data-cite="Theheel" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46150" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Ok I have to say you got me with the Jerry Lee Williams name change. If I had known that was Tennessee William no way I would have picked Oscar.</div></blockquote><p> But it wasn't Tennessee William! It was Jerry Lee Williams! <img alt=":D" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/biggrin.png.929299b4c121f473b0026f3d6e74d189.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Theheel" data-cite="Theheel" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46150" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><strong>Drebin huh, that name sound familiar to me.</strong></div></blockquote><p> He was in last year's match too, but hasn't had much presence in the main card since.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="z2xzuff.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/z2xzuff.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div><p></p><p></p><p> He's working a Simpleton gimmick and isn't big/muscular enough to play someone's big dumb monster heel. If he gets teamed with Knight, they'll probably be going for a comedy buddy cop routine.</p>

<p>Night of the Champions card</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Piledriver Wrestling Presents</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="xrIBjB8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/xrIBjB8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Night of the Champions</strong></p><p><strong> Friday, Week 4 December, 2019</strong></p><p><strong> Live from the Centerpiece Bridge, SC</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> Main Event</strong></p><p><strong> Piledriver Championship title match</strong></p><p> "Glorious" Logan Diaz © vs "Class Act" Syd Collier</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Semi-Main Event</strong></p><p><strong> Triple Threat match</strong></p><p> Jebediah vs Masked Patriot vs Reaper</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Piledriver Women's title match</strong></p><p> "American Woman" Lora Washington © vs Melanie Trigg</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Singles Showcase match</strong></p><p> Riley McManus vs "The Athlete" Xavi Ferrera</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Three Way Tag Team Ladder match for the Piledriver Tag Team titles</strong></p><p> The Good Ol' Boys © vs The Heartbreak Express vs The Boys from the Yukon</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Texas Deathmatch</strong></p><p><strong> Loser Leaves Piledriver Wrestling</strong></p><p> Buck Winchester vs George Wolfe</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Piledriver United States title match</strong></p><p> "The Monster" Annihilus © vs Nate "The Great" DeMarcus</p><p> </p><p> <strong>Golden Graduate Cup Tournament</strong></p><p><strong> Six Person Elimination match</strong></p><p> "Killer" Carl Bernard vs El Hijo de Pilgrim vs "The Sandman" Jules Knight vs Kenneth Drebin vs "The Goth" Nancy Holland vs Nicole Pyle</p></div><p></p><p></p>

<p>War for Territory #24</p><p> </p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="OUphkmR.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OUphkmR.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> Piledriver Wrestling Presents</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">War for Territory #24</span></strong></p><p><strong> Saturday, Week 2 December, 2019</strong></p><p><strong> Live from the North Carolina Biker Museum, NC</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="Tkr72FT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Tkr72FT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="INrQQdr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/INrQQdr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Oscar Tufnel disco-dances his way to the ring and kicks off the show with a promo that eventually gets interrupted by his scheduled opponent tonight, oldschool rock and roll musician Jerry Lee Williams (a.k.a. Tennessee William) who talks some trash about Tufnel and the fans before attacking Tufnel for an early start to the match.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="87E3trK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/87E3trK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="Tkr72FT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Tkr72FT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="INrQQdr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/INrQQdr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Oscar Tufnel vs Jerry Lee Williams</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> There's no two ways about it, Tufnel is still super green in the ring and his strength is on the mic, not in the grapple. While not exactly a squash match, this is a pretty quick one that lasts for five or six minutes before Williams hits the Devil's Crossroad to wrap it up.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winner: Jerry Lee Williams, by pinfall</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="ozLd3Bm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ozLd3Bm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="oSBICFE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSBICFE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="SCMAy8r.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SCMAy8r.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="MzjfHKV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MzjfHKV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Backstage, James Diaz and Nate DeMarcus are preparing for their match against the Mid Atlantic Express when Logan Diaz walks up to them. The Piledriver champion wishes them both good luck but can't help questioning why James didn't come to him first, why they're not fighting this match as Double Diaz. Tapping the title on Logan's shoulder, James says he appreciates the offer, but the Express and Ferrera have a point; he's holding him down. All the success Logan's had so far has been as a singles wrestler. James will wrestle the Express next to DeMarcus and hopefully Nate "The Great" can build some momentum in light of his upcoming US title match at Night of the Champions in two weeks.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="ozLd3Bm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ozLd3Bm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="n1i1cZU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/n1i1cZU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="8sEkkAa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8sEkkAa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="cfAEiGT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/cfAEiGT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uwfOQSm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uwfOQSm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><strong>w</strong><img alt="aMXABmX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aMXABmX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> Kick City Connection vs Sawyer Sports Services</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> For all their skill and chemistry, the Kick City Connection are having a bad night and Sawyer's team make the best of it. Sato especially seems to be all over the place and instead of focusing, she seems to be blaming Winters for a couple of spots that go awry, until she's hit with a Crunching Sickle from the rampaging Trigg and with Sawyer keeping Winters busy at ringside, the pin is made and the heels get the win.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winners: Sawyer Sports Services, by pinfall after Playboy Jake Sawyer interfered</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="ozLd3Bm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ozLd3Bm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="aMXABmX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aMXABmX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uwfOQSm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uwfOQSm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Once the match is over, Sawyer gets on the mic and adresses the Piledriver Women's champion Lora Washington, saying there's still one woman in his group she hasn't beat and that's the same who got the pin tonight, Melanie Trigg. At Night of the Champions, he dares Washington to face her for the belt!</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="M4SOg7D.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/M4SOg7D.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p> </p><p> <img alt="SJYcxhu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SJYcxhu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="vunGiRs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vunGiRs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uN4bdE9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uN4bdE9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Riley McManus is shown passing tips to his protege, Quentrell Garner, when Xavi Ferrera walks in. With a smug smile on his face, Ferrera makes fun of Garner from taking advice "from a loser" and brings up how he beat Wolfe at Thanksbeating, promising his Night of the Champions opponent that his protege will watch him get embarassed in the ring.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="mwL0z0W.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mwL0z0W.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="gDXGKOl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gDXGKOl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="R9KIBTS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/R9KIBTS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="oSBICFE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSBICFE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="SCMAy8r.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SCMAy8r.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> The Mid Atlantic Express vs James Diaz & Nate DeMarcus</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> The powerhouse babyface team is in control early in the match but the Architect turns things around with a smooth technical reversal on rookie Diaz to take the wheel as he puts a finger on his temple and shouts about this being about skill and smarts, not power. The taunt provides Diaz with a chance to escape and tag in DeMarcus though, who hits the Architect with a few big slams but gets distracted by Collier on the apron as he taunts DeMarcus for "betraying MAW". The distraction allows the Architect to attack from behind and then tag Collier in for the Texas Cloverleaf. DeMarcus manages to get to the ropes, forcing a break and also tagging Diaz back in. Again, Collier gets vocal about Diaz getting "favorable treatment" and being way in over his head "for a rookie" while also taunting him about this being a warmup for when he beats "big cousin Logan" for the title. Slowly but surely, Collier gets in the head of James Diaz and around the tenth minute of the match manages to catch him in the Texas Cloverleaf for the tap.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winners: The Mid Atlantic Express, by submission</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="87E3trK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/87E3trK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="orMSYPb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/orMSYPb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="oiCenqK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oiCenqK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Idx6BNr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Idx6BNr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> A pre-taped promo airs next, with Lisa Bowen talking in front of her new clients, the Boys from the Yukon. Bowen praises the three way tag title match at Where It All Begins Again, saying she's found a way to not just repeat, but top it and magement has gotten on board: at Night of the Champions, it will be the Good Ol' Boys... versus the Boys from the Yukon... versus the Heartbreak Express... with the titles suspended above the ring for a Ladder match!</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ozLd3Bm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ozLd3Bm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p> </p><p> <img alt="FHUEpiU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FHUEpiU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="2FjO0qV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2FjO0qV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Masked Patriot is about to make his entrance for tonight's big main event when Reaper walks up to him. Patriot immediately assumes a fighting stance and looks around in anticipation of Annihilus, but Reaper laughs and tells him to relax; he's only here to deliver a message. In two weeks, at Night of the Champions, Reaper is scheduled to face Jebediah. If Masked Patriot becomes the COTT World Heavyweight Champion again tonight, he will have no one to defend his title against. If he loses tonight though, he will be added to that match to make it a Triple Threat. So which one will it be, COTT title and missing the last big show of the year, or a loss tonight for a chance to wrestle at Night of the Champions?</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="87E3trK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/87E3trK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="bo94lGU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/bo94lGU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="0BehyLL.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0BehyLL.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GIRKb76.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIRKb76.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FHUEpiU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FHUEpiU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> COTT World Heavyweight title match</strong></p><p><strong> Frederique Antonio Garcia © vs Masked Patriot</strong></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Don't let the fabulous feathery outfit and grandiose entrance confuse you, at 44 years of age with 26 of them as a pro wrestler, the COTT World Heavyweight champion is a man to be taken seriously. Trained at the DeColt Power House and having worked for USPW and then SWF as one half of the "Flex&Pecs" tag team before the Eisens did the most Eisen thing to reinvent him as Frederique Antonio Garcia (<em>acronym F.A.G....get it?</em>), the man joined NYCW in late 2017 for a true career revival, evidenced in him carrying the alliance title. The match is slow and methodical, fitting Garcia's style (but not whatever he has left of his stamina) and building up drama as Patriot seems at times to ponder the options Reaper gave him before making his entrance. Whatever the case, it takes more than fifteen minutes before an exhauste Garcia his his Romeo is Bleeding finisher [seated Face Plant] for the pin to retain.</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p><strong>Winner: Frederique Antonio Garcia, by pinfall</strong></p><p><strong> Frederique Antonio Garcia makes defence number 2 of his COTT World Heavyweight title</strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="pyf9Pt4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pyf9Pt4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="3XM4dah.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3XM4dah.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p><p> Before the show is over, the entrance screen comes alive with what seems to be a live transmission from George Wolfe. The second generation wrestler admits he's had a few disappointing results lately, his last big win being when he beat Buck Winchester for the United States title in September. That's where he needs to get back at and if he can't, he'll walk out of the company. That's right, this is him accepting Buck Winchester's open challenge to a Loser Leaves Town match at Night of the Champions. He's beaten him before and he'll do so again, in the kind of match that made Winchester famous. But given what's at stake, the match has to end clean and he has the perfect way to make sure of that... make it a Texas Deathmatch!</p><p> </p><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><img alt="87E3trK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/87E3trK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">Show Rating:</span></strong></p><p><strong> </strong><img alt="87E3trK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/87E3trK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div><p></p><p></p>