mystic Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 no seriously.......not kidding [url]http://www.wwe.com/inside/industrynews/6544892[/url] [QUOTE]TNA Lockdown and March schedule Source: WrestleZone - Feb. 28, 2008 Written: February 28, 2008 TNA's Lockdown PPV tickets go on sale this Friday, with the pre-sale starting Thursday and the password being ""CAGE."" Also, the official song for TNA's Lockdown is ""Nothing to Lose"" by Operator. TNA's Schedule for March is as follows: March 9: Destination X PPV in Norfolk, VA March 10: TNA Impact Tapings in Orlando, FL March 11: TNA Impact Tapings in Orlando, FL March 12: House Show in Aiken, SC March 13: House Show in Salem, VA March 14: House Show in Pikeville, KY March 19: House Show in Springfield, MO March 20: House Show in Evansville, IN March 21: House Show in St. Louis, MO March 24: TNA Impact Tapings in Orlando, FL March 25: TNA Impact Tapings in Orlando, FL[/QUOTE] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cappyboy Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 March 9: Destination X PPV in Norfolk, VA This part worries me. When WWE comes here (or more accurately to the Hampton Colisseum. I can't remember the last time they played Scope.) it's almost impossible to not know it for all the promotional blitz that happens. But for all the buzz TNA has generated in the area for Destination X, it might as well be Northeast Alaska Championship Wrestling that's coming to Scope and not a nationally televised promotion like TNA. And this is a PPV. This isn't even a run of the mill card. This is supposed to be one of their big cash cows and nary a low or a moo about it in local advertising. The mind boggles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickC13573 Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 [QUOTE=cappyboy;382419]March 9: Destination X PPV in Norfolk, VA This part worries me. When WWE comes here (or more accurately to the Hampton Colisseum. I can't remember the last time they played Scope.) it's almost impossible to not know it for all the promotional blitz that happens. But for all the buzz TNA has generated in the area for Destination X, it might as well be Northeast Alaska Championship Wrestling that's coming to Scope and not a nationally televised promotion like TNA. And this is a PPV. This isn't even a run of the mill card. This is supposed to be one of their big cash cows and nary a low or a moo about it in local advertising. The mind boggles.[/QUOTE] Its sad they are considering this a "throw-away" PPV. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akki Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 I think the point of the thread has been missed completely. I think it's just some Wrestling News someone posted without thinking. I bet that guy will get fired. As for considering it a throw-away PPV... TNA does this with pretty much every PPV (except maybe Bound for Glory). They only advertise on iMPACT! and online. Apparently it has worked for them, or maybe anything else would cost too much money, or wouldn't bring enough results. I remember hearing the same thing about Against All Odds, and they apparently papered that PPV quite a bit. Although for an arena like the Scope, maybe they should be doing more. I don't think people should be complaining about how TNA runs its business... At least until they fix their booking, as that's more important, IMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mystic Posted February 29, 2008 Author Share Posted February 29, 2008 [url]http://www.wwe.com/inside/industrynews/6548604[/url] why would wwe.com be doing this. (These are not spoilers) [QUOTE]TNA Impact results for Feb. 28, 2008 Source: ProWrestling.net - Feb 28, 2008 Written: February 29, 2008 Scott Steiner & Petey Williams defeated Black Machismo and Sonjay Dutt. Williams pinned Dutt after Steiner hit Dutt with a briefcase, followed by a Canadian Destroyer by Williams. Curry Man & Shark Boy defeated Rellik & Black Reign. Shark Boy pinned Black Reign following a stunner. After the match, Team 3-D, Rellik & Black Reign beat down Curry Man, Shark Boy & Kaz. James Storm w/ Ms. Jackie defeated Eric Young in a Ladder Match after Jackie climbed the ladder and grabbed the “Drinking Title” for Storm. Following the match, Rhino came down, Gored Storm, and left with the title. Awesome Kong defeated Angelina Love via pinfall after an Awesome Bomb. Afterwards, ODB and Gail Kim ran down and attacked Kong, throwing her over the ropes. Kurt Angle w/ AJ Styles and Tomko defeated Kevin Nash w/ Christian Cage and Samoa Joe. Angle pinned Nash following a low blow. [/QUOTE] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djthefunkchris Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 [url]http://www.wwe.com/inside/industrynews/[/url] I myself see nothing wrong with it. Why would this bug anyone? It's good for wrestling period, for people to get exposure. These area's of the sight are alot of the times non "Kafabe". They also have something about Bobby Lashley going to TNA as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Self Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 Maybe they're opening the floodgates and are letting the fact that other promotions exist, into their kayfabe world? Doesn't strike [I]me[/I] as smart, but I'm not going to lose any sleep about it. For TNA, better booking isn't more important than getting a hold on their finances. From what I understand, they're losing LOADS of money on a weekly basis. They should get their company in check to become a legitimate, profitable business that can take care of their employees. Although I will concede that Business Strategy isn't something WE should giving advice on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imarevenant Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 LMAO, I need to learn how to read, totally mis-read your post Self. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickC13573 Posted February 29, 2008 Share Posted February 29, 2008 but Self, they are profitable. They are making money, albeit little money, but still making it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akki Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 Yeah, last I heard, they had managed to stop the bleeding. If not making a profit, they are at least not losing very much money. And ratings seem to be going up without a lot of advertising. And since when is wrestling "legitimate"? Hell, until Eddie died, there was very little in the way of "taking care of employees" either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ransik Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 Oops, wrong thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickC13573 Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 you know... I was thinking, this isnt a bad idea at all by WWE. They give their fanbase alternatives, helps raise the buyrates of other PPV, and raise attendance of Indie shows, raises the overall wrestling fanbase, which in turn means bigger profits for WWE... Oh wait, the last time they did this was Lawler's Extremely Crappy Wrestling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SHaynes23 Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 I like it, but I'm afraid it's going to be one of those WWE.com features that last all of two weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akki Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 [QUOTE=NickC13573;382707]you know... I was thinking, this isnt a bad idea at all by WWE. They give their fanbase alternatives, helps raise the buyrates of other PPV, and raise attendance of Indie shows, raises the overall wrestling fanbase, which in turn means bigger profits for WWE... Oh wait, the last time they did this was Lawler's Extremely Crappy Wrestling[/QUOTE] The Lawler thing was part of it. But they also apparently fed ECW money, as well as workers. Guys who became ECW stars like Justin Credible were WWF jobbers who were sent to ECW, sorta like they do now with developmentals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alden Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 Every other promotion in the world will talk about other promotions. I think it is just the wwe trying to keep up. I don't see them ever saying, Hey tna is having a ppv on such and such a date on live tv. Maybe they actuly mention other promotions like roh or tna when a guy *like punk* is on screen to talk about his past. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franchise22 Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 [QUOTE=cappyboy;382419]March 9: Destination X PPV in Norfolk, VA This part worries me. When WWE comes here (or more accurately to the Hampton Colisseum. I can't remember the last time they played Scope.) it's almost impossible to not know it for all the promotional blitz that happens. But for all the buzz TNA has generated in the area for Destination X, it might as well be Northeast Alaska Championship Wrestling that's coming to Scope and not a nationally televised promotion like TNA. And this is a PPV. This isn't even a run of the mill card. This is supposed to be one of their big cash cows and nary a low or a moo about it in local advertising. The mind boggles.[/QUOTE] james storm will be at the hooters on military highway from 9p-11p on march 6th signing autographs and giving away free tickets to the PPV. im in yorktown :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Self Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 [QUOTE=NickC13573;382671]but Self, they are profitable. They are making money, albeit little money, but still making it[/QUOTE] My bad. I guess I'm a little behind the times. [QUOTE=Akki;382683]And since when is wrestling "legitimate"? Hell, until Eddie died, there was very little in the way of "taking care of employees" either.[/QUOTE] A Legitimate Business to me is one that provides a service and turns a profit, thus contributing to society. Wrestling might not be a legitimate [I]sport[/I], but it's a form of entertainment, just as legitimate as movies and TV (albeit with a smaller audience). "Taking care of their employees" to me, is being able to provide a solid, dependable paycheck to reward them for their work. I run payroll for two small companies. It's none of my business how the employees run their lives, but it's my duty to make sure there's money for them at the end of the week. TNA making money? Great. Let's see if they can keep it that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cappyboy Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 [QUOTE=Franchise22;382752]james storm will be at the hooters on military highway from 9p-11p on march 6th signing autographs and giving away free tickets to the PPV. im in yorktown :D[/QUOTE] VA Beach here and that is a step in the right direction. But with as questionable as TNA's marketing has been, I'm not sure Storm's the right guy to send out. Seems like they should either have sent out someone who's national reputation had preceded him to TNA. Someone like a Kurt Angle, Christian or Rhyno. If the PPV here is someone's first exposure to TNA, are they really going to understand the value of the freebie they are getting with Storm being the first face they see? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Franchise22 Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 [QUOTE=cappyboy;382856]VA Beach here and that is a step in the right direction. But with as questionable as TNA's marketing has been, I'm not sure Storm's the right guy to send out. Seems like they should either have sent out someone who's national reputation had preceded him to TNA. Someone like a Kurt Angle, Christian or Rhyno. If the PPV here is someone's first exposure to TNA, are they really going to understand the value of the freebie they are getting with Storm being the first face they see?[/QUOTE] tomko will be at tidewater sports and collectibles march 7th in patrick henry mall in NPN! i just heard that on espn radio! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cappyboy Posted March 1, 2008 Share Posted March 1, 2008 [QUOTE=Franchise22;382903]tomko will be at tidewater sports and collectibles march 7th in patrick henry mall in NPN! i just heard that on espn radio![/QUOTE] Not quite as good a choice as guys of the profile I mentioned. But better than Storm. At least TNA newcomers at this appearance might know Tomko from his WWE run even if it wasn't the grandest in the world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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