AWA: Changing History

Bockwinkel · October 9, 2016

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STORYLINE OF THE MONTH: NOVEMBER 2016- Jerry Lawler Vs The Hennig Family

1983

Things are about to change. Vince McMahon Sr. Has sold his company to his son and the NWA wants to sit around and act as if it's "business as usual", even my father, a man who left the NWA because of their bullshit politics thinks sticking to the formula is going to work.

This isn't the good old days any more, things are changing. When the NWA formed and dominated in the fifties, did they really think they would ever see the dawn of cable in their future? Was cable even a twinkle in anybody's eye at that time?

In the sixties when my dad formed his company, did he think that things would just go on forever like this, everybody getting by on hand shakes and their word? Fact of the matter is, if this new kid on the block doesn't do it, somebody else will.

I tried my best to follow in my father's footsteps. It's what he wanted and living up to his name seemed like a feat anybody would be proud of. Unfortunately, they never accepted me the way they did with him. I never was meant to be the top wrestler, a main eventer? Wasn't meant to be, the fans just don't see me the same way they did my dad...and why would they? Gagne is a hell of a big name to live up to. I need to make my own mark on this industry, a move that will put me out of the shadow of my father...but a move I'm sure he will see as betrayal. That conversation is going to have to happen at some point...I don't really want to think about that. After all, I have to get this conversation out of the way first.

"Take a seat Wally...got a drink poured all ready for you...somethin' tells me we're going to need it tonight."

Wally Karbo, he's been a part of the AWA since the beginning, helped form it with my dad. A big player in the NWA before the separation occurred in 1960. He also happens to own a large interest in AWA, enough of an interest that when bought, would give somebody enough to have a say in the running of the company, effectively making them a "co-owner" in kayfabe, we like to refer to Wally as part of the "Championship Committee"

WK: "You know I shouldn't be here talking about this Greg, your Dad's a great friend of mine and so far what you're proposing? Sounds like stabbing him in the back."

GG: "That's not what I have in mind, I just know what Dad is like. He's stubborn, too stubborn for his own good most of the time. Believe it or not? What I'm doing? It's for his own good...and the good of the company."

WK: "Oh yeah?" Wally raised an eyebrow as he took a sip of the hard bourbon I'd poured for him "How do you know what is good for the company? Besides sharing the Gagne name."

GG: "Wally..we're riding the last part of the high that we've been on since the sixties, we need youth, we need talent, we need to use the established stars we have to help us build the future. I'll put it to you like this...name five of our top guys, right now."

For Wally, naming these guys wasn't a problem, he had a hand in making it all happen, even if it was a small one.

WK: "Wahoo McDaniel, Nick Bockwinkel, Baron Von Raschke, Blackjack Lanza, Hulk Hogan."

GG: "Out of all those guys which one is under 40 years old?"

WK: "...Hulk Hogan."

GG: "That's our main event scene Wally...they're getting old, they're all going to look for a place to give them a nice pay day before they retire and those that will stay with us out of loyalty will last what, five years max if we're lucky? One Main Eventer that has some longevity in him? Hogan? We need more than that Wally...even you should know that."

Wally didn't want to admit it out loud, but he didn't have to. AWA needed a youth movement and it needed one badly.

GG: "My dad is still remembering the days where he could make a deal with a guy on his word and with a handshake. Those days are coming to an end Wally! Soon enough companies are going to be biting at each others heels, they won't want to share any more, keep everything exclusive...because you know, as well as I do, Vince Junior? He's got something in mind and it sure as hell isn't keeping his dad's promise to all of us!"

WK: "So you're just going to step over your father's head? Try to enact some hostile take over?"

Wally had a right to be concerned, he'd been in business with my father for so long and much more than that, had been a very good friend.

GG: "I don't want to take over Wally, I want to work with him. He said it himself multiple times that I'll be taking over when he's ready to call it a day. If he ever is of course. I want to try and create some sort of compromise that's going to update us and give us a shot to be competitive!"

WK: "What do you suggest to do that? You know how your dad is with wrestling, he certainly isn't going to confrom to any views, especially the kind that expose the business!"

GG: "The wrestling isn't the problem Wally, the wrestling is fine...it's the age of the wrestlers, the level of our production, our reliance on loyal handshake deals rather than keeping and honing our talent exclusively!"

WK: "And how do you expect to talk Verne into agreeing with this?"

GG: "We can still focus on traditional wrestling but update the product enough to keep us in the game! You heard some of the things that happen over in New York? It's cartoon, it's comic book, it always has been but now it's been taken over? Who knows what direction he's going to take it in! We need to make moves before anybody else does!"

WK: "I don't know..."

GG: "Come on Wally...you been thinking about moving on for some time now. I promise you'll get a great pay day out of this and you can watch this product which you have put so much into grow even more than it has already. I ain't gonna sit here and tell you we'll be number one. But we'll do enough to keep everybody on their toes! But we can't do that if we leave all the decisions to dad...he doesn't see that times have changed. I can help show him that!"

Wally sighed, swirling his stiff drink before taking a quick shot, he wiped his lips with the back of a hand and after a few moments of silence, returned to the conversation.

WK: "...I can retire from what I'd get by selling my interests?"

GG: "Absolutely...and the AWA will start a whole new movement starting from the moment you sign them over...this is your baby Wally...don't you want to see it grow?"

WK: "Alright Greg...on one condition...work with your father? He's stubborn...but his stubbornness is what's kept this company in business...and he can still train a hell of a lot of athletes."

GG: "You think I don't know that Wally? He's Verne Gagne...but by the time I'm finished with this company? Everybody will know my name as well!"

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GREG GAGNE BECOMES CO-OWNER OF AWA, WALLY KARBO RETIRES!

Member of the AWA Championship Committee and a holder of a large interest in the American Wrestling Association, Wally Karbo has announced his retirement and the selling of his interests.

According to inside sources, Wally Karbo has been considering retirement for some time and although he thought he may have had a couple years left in him of playing the wrestling political game in helping run a company, Wally got an offer he thought "Would propel the AWA through the rest of the decade"

Many assumed that when Wally first talked of selling his interests, that those interests would go to the figurehead and main Owner of AWA, Verne Gagne. In a turn of surprise, while Gagne was the name that the interests went to, it was that of Greg Gagne, Verne's son and heir apparent to the AWA throne!

The wrestling world is stunned, amazed and some are even writing this off as the beginning of the end for the AWA, word backstage is that because Greg can't seem to make it as a wrestler, he certainly won't make it as a promoter.

Whether this is a desperate attempt to stay relevant in a world where only Verne is the Gagne that matters or a genuine move to transform the AWA to fit into the eighties is yet to be seen but we certainly wish the Gagne family the best in their future endeavours!

Verne Gagne was unable to be reached for a statement on this story, though we have been assured by an aide, that talks between the two will be happening after this announcement seemingly went underway without Verne's approval or acknowledgement!

Bockwinkel · October 9, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">AWA OWNER GOALS

Main Goal:

BE THE ALTERNATIVE! Putting people out of business isn't exactly the AWA or Gagne way so saying that, unless tragedy strikes the higher companies, the AWA and their style will probably never really appeal to a mainstream audience. Not yet anyway.

We are at a point where the AWA COULD build their way to being number 1, but being number one is never an easy road and the eighties was a dog eat dog world for wrestling companies. I want AWA to be a unique hybrid of the traditional values that Verne held, combined with the supposed ideas Greg had for keeping the company moving. We keep hardcore wrestling fans happy, we have stories running to entertain and if we manage to keep production and finances in a nice balance, the AWA could at the very least compete and that should be the goal of any company. compete and if you get to number one, damn good job.

Other goals:

1. Insert a youth movement from which a new exciting Main Event scene can be built. A solid midcard is also key in maintaining an exciting product.

2. Update Production Values in order to compete and gain better TV station Access.

3. Update to a better Broadcaster, currently on distribution.

4. Sign exclusive deals, our older workers can be used to put people over, can become road agents, commentators or trainers when they hang their boots up. The names the AWA had at this time will make for amazing teachers.

5. Don't go out of business, if I can keep the AWA in business longer than they initially did, then that's a success in my eyes.

6. Be interactive, combined with a group on Facebook and the people on the forum, consider this a booking committee. While I have plenty of ideas and will run with these ideas for starting storylines and sign ups I am always raring and willing to take and consider suggestions. Maybe your suggestion gets acted out later than it initially is because it might not make sense story wise or stuff like that, or it may not fit the AWA, all the same, I want to hear it.</div>

Bockwinkel · October 9, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">Co-Owner's Journal

Ok...so I sat down with the old man, wasn't fun, wasn't pleasant, pretty sure he considered taking legal action, maybe even taking me out of his will, I don't blame him...it hurts, but he's giving me a chance, more than what he'd give anybody else that would do something like this to him. I think he understands this is more of a way of me trying to prove myself in this industry, in my own way, then going over his head. I hope that he understands that anyway.

What won him over in the end was my signing prospects and although he's a man that likes to stay loyal, the idea of keeping a lot of our big talent exclusive didn't go down as badly as I thought it would. Maybe the old man can compromise a bit after all, or maybe he's just doing it because I'm his son and he thinks I'll give up soon.

Either way, time to get to business, got a current sheet of our full roster, staff included and the push I have currently set them as. Mad Dog is a little unhappy about me changing his push but, his age is just too big a factor. I can throw him a small bonus if he doesn't like it, or think of some alternative.

Roster:

Enhancement

Sonny Rogers

Tom Stone

Opener:

Buddy Lane

Steve O

Lower Midcarder:

Brad Rheingans

Buck Zumhofe

Rene Goulet

Midcarder:

Baron Von Raschke

Blackjack Lanza

Greg Gagne

Jim Brunzell

Steve Regal (No, not THAT one, the other one)

Upper Midcarder:

Bobby Duncum

Jerry Blackwell

Jerry Lawler

Jesse Ventura

Main Eventer:

Hulk Hogan

Ken Patera

Nick Bockwinkel

Rick Martel

Wahoo McDaniel

Referee:

Jim Mitchell

Marty Miller

Announcer:

Rod Trongard

Colour Commentator:

Gene Okerlund

Manager:

Bobby Heenan

Sheik Adnan Al-Kaissey

Road Agent:

Mad Dog Vachon

The Crusher

Verne Gagne

Authority Figure:

Larry Hennig

Retirements: Wally Karbo

Released: Stanley Blackburn (No offence to Stanley, but it's time we had a new face as the Authority for our show)

CHAMPIONSHIPS:

AWA World Champion:

Nick Bockwinkel

AWA Television Champion:

VACANT

AWA Light Heavyeight Champion:

VACANT

AWA Tag Team Champions

Greg Gagne

Jim Brunzell

Potential Signings

First things first, offering exclusive contracts to our major talent, this may involve ending some relationships with other companies. Japan is going to be the most difficult one to come to terms with if we can't reach a deal on Hogan, but Hogan is the right step forward while we build up our new Main Event. If we have to end that relationship, we will.

Now the guys I really had my eye on.

1.Curt Hennig

Young, Second Generation, tonnes of potential, the kid's good, the kid is DAMN good, it helps us a lot having his father on the roster, can definitely use that as an advantage for some story writing.

2. Bret Hart/ Jim Neidhart

Might be hard nabbing these guys from Stu Hart, but they would be a much welcome addition to the tag team division, we need more teams to work with and they could be the faces of it, along with two other teams I've picked out. In terms of singles wrestling, Bret is the one I would want to give the push to, but we'll cross that road if we ever get to it.

3. Dynamite Kid/ Davey Boy Smith

The British Bulldogs, Dynamite Kid seems to be more technically gifted, we'll see how these two fare in the tag division, but I see singles opportunities for both men.

4. The Road Warriors (Possibly with Paul Ellering)

Rookies on the scene, haven't seen anything other than a god damn photo shoot, but MAN, what a photo shoot! These two look like brutes and the facepaint? I can see that selling big with the fans, apparently I have to contact them through their manager, maybe I can get him in on the deal as well.

5. Jake Roberts

A second generation wrestler, from what I've seen he has what it takes in the ring to be a great hand but what really sold me on adding him to my list was his mic work, he;s been a babyface so far and pulled it off well but honestly? I think giving him the opportunity to work heel would really make him shine.

6. Kevin Von Erich

Out of all the Von Erich's, Kevin was the one I went with, he's got that Teen Idol thing going on like the rest of them do but I don't know, something about him just makes him more charismatic than the other members of the family, I can see us getting a lot of good storylines by adding the Von Erich name to the mix, maybe we even pick up some of the other boys down the line.

Booking Committee

1. Who Do We Sign?

2. Any Suggestions other than the names you've seen?

3. Any storylines you would like to see? Please take into account I have already created some storylines which will be revealed on the first AWA show.

4. Any one you think we should release? Or at least get a few good job matches out of them first?

5. Anything else?

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VonnyFortan · October 9, 2016

1. Get Stu Hart's kids, they've gone through a ridiculous training and are guaranteed to make some money in the longer run.

2. There's a real influental "brawler" called Bruiser Brody somewhere out there, consider him to be a future heel character whose unique style definetly needs more display.

3. None at the moment.

4. Get rid of Buck Zumhofe, there's something suspicious about that guy.

Bockwinkel · October 9, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">AWA Newsletter: January 1st, 1983

As the new year begins, we here at the AWA would like to firstly thank you for accepting our newsletter and to wish all you wonderful wrestling fans a happy New Year! Here's hoping that 1983 will be a good year for wrestling and for wrestling fans, we assure you here at the AWA that we have big things in store for you and would like to invite you to our first taping of the year for AWA All Star Wrestling!

The AWA Championship Committee has been reshuffled! With the retirement of Wally Karbo and the unfortunate release of Acting head of the committee, Stanley Blackburn a void in the comittee needs to be filled. Luckily we have a veteran of the game, with a wonderful mind for wrestling to step in.

Our new head of committee won't share much about what went into making the match card for our first edition of All Star Wrestling, what he will tell us though and what he will let us tell YOU the fans is that three of the matches on the card will have some sort of stakes behind them to get the year started on a big bang. He also said we could tell you that he is looking forward to introducing a few surprises for the start of year show.

We can also expect to hear from our World Champion, Nick Bockwinkel as the Champ currently finds himself without a contender, anybody who knows Nick knows this is making him slightly over confident and an over confident Nick Bockwinkel is a troubling Nick Bockwinkel to have walking around! Here's hoping he won't have that WEASEL Bobby Heenan skulking around with him!

So here we are folks, the first match card for the AWA in 1983, may there be many more to come your way!

Match Card January 5, 1983

Pre Show: Buck Zumhofe Vs. Steve O

Main Show:

Brad Rheingans Vs. Greg Gagne

Jerry Lawler Vs. Steve Regal

Jim Brunzell Vs. Rick Martel

Blackjack Lanza Vs. Wahoo McDaniel

Also Expect: Announcement From Our New Head of Committee!

Appearance from Nick Bockwinkel

Secret Surprises!

We thank you for subscribing to the AWA newsletter and look forward to seeing you this Friday Night!

Please remember to get involved, call our fan hotline and give us your predictions on who you think is going to win!

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Darbicus · October 9, 2016

1. Curt Hennig is a guy you can build around. Second generation star, perfect fit.

2. If we want to make a name for ourselves out of our touring circuit, we need big names across the country. Larry Zbyszko is an established star in the northeast that Vince and co won't touch with a 10 foot pole, improving our prospects there.

As for young guys, I hear good things about this guy named Cornette and his Midnight Express, Bobby Eaton and Dennis Condrey.

3. We'll see what you come up with.

4. Everything is good so far, we'll see what happens.

PopeBrandonBrownson · October 9, 2016

1. Who Do We Sign?

Out of those six potential choices, I'd go with either Bret and Jim or Hennig. Bret and Jim could be the face of the tag team division, and could easily become hit singles. Hennig could be brought in as a solid midcarder, eventually a main eventer! Realistically, I'd be happy with any of the six!

2. Any Suggestions other than the names you've seen?

I know you said you scouted all the Von Erich kids, but consider Kerry! Him and Kevin could come in as a red-hot tag team for a little while, give that division a shot in the arm, then they can break off to singles competition in maybe a years time. Kevin is incredible, but I wouldn't want to see Kerry fall by the wayside.

As far as other talent to pick up, I'm not 100 percent sure what the scene looks like right now, so no further comments.

3. Any storylines you would like to see? Please take into account I have already created some storylines which will be revealed on the first AWA show.

I dunno what all you have planned, but you gotta push that Hogan guy to the friggin moon!

4. Any one you think we should release? Or at least get a few good job matches out of them first?

I don't recognize half the roster, so a lot of guys are give-and-take.

5. Anything else?

Alright, kid, I got a red-hot story for ya! Take Von Rashke and have him get hit in the head super hard, then have em' think he's a sailor! We can hire a P.I. or a reporter or something to try and track him down, they find him and he has amnesia! The reporter or whatever has to try and remind Von Rashke of who he is, he remembers after a few months and he comes back with more steam than ever! It'll print money, kid, just trust me!

Now, as far as predictions go...

Pre Show: Buck Zumhofe Vs. Steve O

50/50, I have no clue who these putz's are

Main Show:

Brad Rheingans Vs. Greg Gagne

What, and have the new guy in charge lose his first show? Fuhgetabaht it!

Jerry Lawler Vs. Steve Regal

He might be getting old, but he's still the damn king!

Jim Brunzell Vs. Rick Martel

Didn't that Brunzell dude used to jump around pretending to be a bee or something? Bleh! Cover The Model in as much baby oil as you can drench him in and send him out there to win, Greggy!

Blackjack Lanza Vs. Wahoo McDaniel

This is another one that could go either way for me. Just depends on what you plan on doing with these ol' geezers!

One way or the other, ya got guts kid! Taking a major stake in the company right under yer old man's nose, he'd have broken someones leg if it was anyone else! That said, you got Chutzpah, and ol' Uncle Pope'll be here if you ever need some advice. *checks watch* Ah, bout time I get home though, otherwise yer aunt'll start bitchin' me out again! I swear, you get in ONE fist fight with a cop, and all of a sudden you can't be trusted to be out in public after 10 PM...

KnowYourEnemy · October 10, 2016

Booking Committee

1. Who Do We Sign?

Got to go with Curt Hennig here -- really is the perfect signing. You can easily get him over in a feud with his dad, I'm sure "The Axe" would put him over if it was reasonable.

2. Any Suggestions other than the names you've seen?

I'd look into a young boy named "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert. Guy is on fire!

3. Any storylines you would like to see? Please take into account I have already created some storylines which will be revealed on the first AWA show.

Hennig vs. Hennig: Curt faces off against Larry Hennig.

Rick Martel vs. Hulk Hogan: "The Model" and "The Immortal" face off in a pose-down, Scott Steri-- I mean, Steiner Style!

Nick Bockwinkel vs. Jerry Lawler: A guy like Jerry needs to be a babyface -- and ol' Bockwinkel might just have the heat needed to turn him from the dark side. And the selling to get Jerry over in the AWA.

4. Any one you think we should release? Or at least get a few good job matches out of them first?

Baron Von Raschke seems horribly out of place in 1983.

5. Anything else? Looking forward to this.

Bockwinkel · October 10, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">AWA ALL STAR WRESTLING January 5, 1983 - Duluth Entertainment Center, MN 4,243 People In Attendance <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div style="text-align:center;"><div>Pre Show: Buck Zumhofe defeated Steve O after 4:23 with a Swing Splash D-</div></div><div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">LARRY HENNIG, STATE OF AWA ADDRESS</div> As All Star Wrestling starts up for the first time in 1983, we are treated to a higher quality looking version of the show we have been very much used to so far, the quality of the cameras has improved vastly, the grainy film look had long gone, now the crisp white apron of the ring could shine in the spotlight as clear as day, the red white and blue ropes proudly showing the nation's colours, welcome back AWA Nation, to another year in wrestling greatness! The fans are given a really special treat to boot off their new year as an old but familiar face heads out through the curtain and down the ramp towards the ring, it was none other than Larry "The Ax" Hennig, big and as burly as ever, still sporting his immaculate blonde locks the way he did when he was in the ring, only now Larry was clad in a fancy black suit and carrying an official branded AWA microphone in his hand. "Ladies and gentlemen, on behalf of the AWA I wish you a happy New Year. Now as you may have heard from so called "news reporters" there has been a reshuffle in our Champions Comittee. It was deemed by the owners of the AWA that the committee were using their bias in the ruling of the state of the AWA Championship in multiple matches, favouring towards none other than mister Nick Bockwinkel." The low loud, gutteral boos and hisses coming from the crowd at the mere mention of that self righteous, pompous, arrogant Champion that was Nick Bockwinkel, the people loathed him and they remembered the times where the ruling of the Comittee happened to go in Bockwinkel's favour. "Well ladies and gentlemen, I can assure you...I know Nick Bockwinkel...and there is nothing Nick Bockwinkel can do to me, that will make me make his title reign easy! In fact Nick, I know you're back there, I know you're sitting there waiting to see who your next puppet is going to be...well you see the Gagne family had that in mind Nick, they're all too aware of your behaviour...that's why they've put me in charge of the Champions COmittee Nick, meaning I'm in charge of All Star Wrestling" The fans rejoice as Larry lays down his no nonsense decree against the slithery snake Nick Bockwinkel, the man must be having an endless verbal rant backstage as we speak! "And just to show you how eager I am to put you to the test Nick, to make you a REAL FIGHTING CHAMPION? I organized a little proving ground system to decide who the next contender for your championship will be! Ladies and gentlemen, days before this match card was put together, twelve names were drawn completely at random from the AWA roster, those twelve names will face off in a series of matches to determine the number one contender for the AWA World Championship, a series of matches which will culminate in a finale at our end of the month show which I personally will be dubbing the Chase For The Ace, which is named after this very gauntlet that I put together, so without further a do let me show you the way this tournament will be organised and the names of the people involved!"</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">The screen fades to a title card showing us the schedule for the Gauntlet that Larry Hennig had booked without Bockwinkel's notice, all to decide the next contender for the championship. if these names were truly drawn at random, they were incredibly lucky.</div> CHASE FOR THE ACE GAUNTLET: WEEK 1: JERRY LAWLER VS STEVE REGAL JIM BRUNZEL VS RICK MARTEL BLACKJACK LANZA VS WAHOO MCDANIEL WEEK 2: BUCK ZUMHOFE VS JERRY BLACKWELL JESSE VENTURA VS GREG GAGNE HULK HOGAN VS BARON VON RASCHKE WEEK 3: WINNER OF MATCH A, B AND C OF WEEK 1 FACE IN A THREE WAY DANCE WEEK 4: WINNER OF MATCH A B AND C OF WEEK 2 FACE IN A THREE WAY DANCE AWA: CHASE FOR THE ACE: TWO FINALISTS FACE OFF </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">LARRY INTERRUPTED</div> Hennig: "One way or another Bockwinkel, that title gets defended and this time...there will be no sketchy rulings! But ladies and gentlemen? Holding our Champion to account is not all that I plan to do! It is with great pleasure that I announce we shall be introducing a new championship to the AWA, one which will be won and defended here exclusively on All Star Wrestling, the official AWA Television Championship! Now to decide on who would be appropriate contenders for this belt, who better to look to, than our audience...and to tell you all that you are going to have a very hard choice ahead of you, because in one months time, the first All Star Wrestling of February? We will have a match to crown our FIRST Television Champion and in that one month I want our Television audience to watch carefully and to write in on who they think should represent them!" The fans seem to love the idea of somebody representing them with a championship belt, their adoration for this idea was almost as good for the adoration they had towards the man delivering it. Hennig: "But don't start writing in yet folks, you may be used to the familiar faces we have now, but over the next month? You'll see a few new faces springing up, one of which I will PERSONALLY introduce to this audience the MOMENT the contract has been signed, sealed and delivered, but until then...just hold on to your excitement when I tell you he'll be..." Before Larry can finish his sentence, the great toad king of the AWA makes his presence known, that slimy weasel known as Jerry "The King" Lawler shows up and makes his way to the ring, his beard fashioned into the shape of a crown, as always clad in his royal garb and crown, the man was a walking caricature, basking in his own self awareness of just how ridiculous he was. Lawler: "He'll be what Larry? He'll be your new play toy? You gonna' show him off to all the other kids around town? What's the matter Ax huh? Are you still hurt? Are you still sore over the fact that people have moved on from you? Look at yourself Larry, a fat waste of space who people only cheer for, because they know how much it means to you to be relevant again!" Some fans start throwing garbage as they berate Lawler for his snide remarks against a true hero and veteran of the industry, a legend that was Larry Hennig needed to be treated with respect! Lawler: "You know when I heard you'd taken over? I was ready to pack my bags and walk out the door!" The fans cheer at the idea of losing The King forever! Yes, begone pest! Lawler: "But...but then you write my name on the match list...and I hear there's big things in store, so I play it smart, I wait...and I listen and Larry? I want to thank you, I want to thank you for putting me in this gauntlet and I want you to watch very closely tonight? Because when I win? When I progres? When I go on to be the man to face Nick Bockwinkel for the Championship? I hope you remember to take a photo, make it last Larry because you will be looking at a man that you won't be able to understand, you'll be looking at a man that you could never become Larry...you'll be looking at a true champion!" Jerry slaps our new Head of committe straight across the cheek, the slap so loud it almost sounded like a gunshot, security storm the ring and pull the two away before a brawl ensue, but it seems Jerry Lawler is back to sticking his nose in big trouble, no matter where he finds it. </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">OPENING MATCH</div> Brad Rheingans Vs Greg Gagne Greg Gagne who is now seemingly one of the participants in the Chase For The Ace Gauntlet continues to have a good streak of luck as he takes on the talented Brad Rheingans. brad mase sure to test Greg in the ring regardless what way the decision was going to go and thanks to Gregs background and traini]ng from his father, the second generation star managed to come out on top. C-</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">CHASE FOR THE ACE: OPENING ROUND</div> Jerry Lawler Vs. Steve Regal Resident slimeball Jerry Lawler returns with added security after his assault on Head of Comittee, Larry Hennig, the fans were having to be held back at the barriers by multiple guards to stop fans from trying to take a cheap shot! Lawler sadly showcased just how vicious he could be for our new man in charge as he finished the match by pulling Steve Regal into a vicious Piledriver! C+</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">NICK BOCKWINKEL PROMO</div> <div style="text-align:center;"></div> We go to the interview area where standing, the way he always did, his imaaculate frills of hair shining under the spotlight, his teeth reflecting the glare to the cameras in an arrogant sparkly white flash, the large gold belt wrapped around his waist a symbol of power, importance, superiority. It was Nick Bockwinkel. Joined by his Manager Bobby Heenan who looked like he was ready to burst a blood vessel! Bobby Heenan: You know something? This is a SAD day in wrestling history my friends, a SAD day in history! It's a sad day in history because when an INJUSTICE like this can be carried out against YOUR AWA World Heavyweight Champion, when an injustice like this can be carried out against the Heenan family and NOBODY, not NOBODY bats an eyelid? Then boys and girls, something is seriously wrong here and my client, Nick Bockwinkel he was rightfully a worried man, he was rightfully a concerned man because as anybody with half a brain could see out there from Mister Hennig's state of address, is that he is taking a CLEAR bias stance against my client and is purposely looking for an excuse to remove him of his well earned championship! IT'S A SCANDAL! IT'S AN OUTRAGE AND HENNIG? You better bet my Heenan family lawyers will be getting ready to SUE you if you wrong this man in ANY WAY!" Nick flashed a smirk as he proudly stroked at his Championship belt, his symbol of excellence, the accessory which allows himself to lord over others as if he were there king and all of them, the worthless plebs bowing at his feet! Nick Bockwinkel: "As I am sure you can fathom Mister Hennig, Bobby has taken your slight against me to heart and while I guarantee you with all my grace and dignity that I have tried my upmost to parley a removal of legal action with Bobby, he only sees it as a rightful course of action, as my manager if you unlawfully wrong me in any way, shape or form. I on the other hand applaud your daring behaviour. In all honesty Mister Hennig? It's been quite a bore for me lately, this never ending circle that Ive been trapped in of being at the top of my absolute Everest has gotten to be quite tiresome and I'm hoping that with this gauntlet you find the competitor who will actually put my skills to the test and then Mister Hennig? Then you can truly understand why it is I exude such bravado! Because wrestling to me is a natrual gift, it is as natural to me as breathing is to you Mister Hennig and regardless of who it is you put in front of me? My strength, my cunning, my wit, my brevity, my personal fortitude Mister Hennig...is what will put every last toy soldier you position in front of me away, because in this game of chess? As I promise you, no...as I guarantee you...you will learn tonight, I have you beat Mister Hennig...now and forever, Check Mate." A</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">CHASE FOR THE ACE OPENING ROUND</div> Jim Brunzell Vs Rick Martel Jim Brunzell and Rick Martel met up in a match that looked like it was trying to steal the show, Jim managed to put up a heck of a worthy fight to show he was capable of more than just tag team action, but Rick Martel sinched the win with a Boston Crab, advancing in the Gauntlet! B-</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">MAIN EVENT</div> CHASE FOR THE ACE OPENING ROUND Blackjack Lanza Vs. Wahoo McDaniel Cowboys Vs. Indians if it wasn't on your screen tonight folks, you wouldn't think it was happening, these two veterans and masters of the ring show us why it is we still watch them with awe and amazement as Wahoo McDaniel, continues to cement himself as one of the most beloved and respected characters in the AWA, picking up the win with his famous Tomahawk Chop! B-</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">AFTER THE MATCH</div> While celebrating his victory tonight, it seems Nick Bockwinkel wants to live good to his promise, sending a message to Larry Hennig about what happens if you don't swing the rules Bockwinkel's way as he lays into the loved and admired Wahoo McDaneil vicsiously, his weasel mascot cheering him on from the side! C</div></blockquote> Final Grade C- Post Show Thoughts: Disappointed in the final angle, thought those two together would bring a better grade, some penalties from production, I increased some but wanted to get the first show out of the way just to see if the upgrade was an immediate need. It is. Bockwinkel killed it with his promo and Martel and Brunzell did better than I expected. What about you guys? What was your match/segment of the night? What was your least favourite/segment of the night Who was the man of the show? The MVP if you will? What do you want to see next show?</div>

Bockwinkel · October 10, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">AWA Tour Match Card

Buck Zumhofe Vs. Steve Regal

Brad Rheingans Vs. Jerry Blackwell

Greg Gagne and Jim Brunzell Vs. Ken Patera and Bobby Duncum (Non Title Match)

Rick Martel Vs Baron Von Raschke

Wahoo McDaniel Vs Jerry Lawler.</div>

VonnyFortan · October 10, 2016

Buck Zumhofe Vs. Steve Regal

Brad Rheingans Vs. Jerry Blackwell

Greg Gagne and Jim Brunzell Vs. Ken Patera and Bobby Duncum (Non Title Match)

Rick Martel Vs Baron Von Raschke

Wahoo McDaniel Vs Jerry Lawler

KnowYourEnemy · October 10, 2016

Buck Zumhofe Vs. Steve Regal

Squash.

Brad Rheingans Vs. Jerry Blackwell

Jerry's just too far up the card to lose this.

Greg Gagne and Jim Brunzell Vs. Ken Patera and Bobby Duncum (Non Title Match)

On tour, the Champs retain.

Rick Martel Vs Baron Von Raschke

I'm guessing Hogan will interfere and cost Von Raschke the match.

Wahoo McDaniel Vs Jerry Lawler.

Hm... No reason not to put Wahoo over here, he's drawing some great ratings. Lawyer probably still better off babyface at this point -- he can be a major draw, and his momentum will reset after the turn.

HRTVAndrew · October 10, 2016

Love this thread. The AWA hasn't had many diaries about it, but there's plenty of intrigue that could result from a good one. Here's my list.

1. Who Do We Sign?

Sign Curt Hennig and strap the rocket to him. He's tailor-made for the AWA, from his look and wrestling skills to his pedigree.

2. Any Suggestions other than the names you've seen?

Magnum TA and Gino Hernandez. If you want to get younger, bring those two guys in and have some fun with them.

3. Any storylines you would like to see? Please take into account I have already created some storylines which will be revealed on the first AWA show.

N/A since I just saw this and the first show has already aired.

4. Any one you think we should release? Or at least get a few good job matches out of them first?

Not really.

5. Anything else?

Have fun!

tucking fypo · October 10, 2016

1. Who Do We Sign? Curt Hennig is the future of the AWA.

2. Any Suggestions other than the names you've seen? The Fabulous Ones or Paul Orndorff

3. Any storylines you would like to see? Please take into account I have already created some storylines which will be revealed on the first AWA show. Just read the first show.

4. Any one you think we should release? Or at least get a few good job matches out of them first? Buck Zumhofe. I never liked his sinister moustache.

5. Anything else? Can't wait to see what you have in store for Lawler. Grew up watching Memphis Wrestling on WMC-TV.

Bockwinkel · October 11, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">AWA TOUR RESULTS

Steve Regal defeated Buzk Zumhofe Rated: D

Jerry Blackwell Defeated Brad Rheingans Rated: C

The High Flyers (Gagne and Brunzell) defeated Patera and Duncum Rated: B-

Rick Martel Defeated Baron Von Raschke B-

Nick Bockwinkel took his free time and effort to show us a replay of his attack on Wahoo, explaining it was nothing personal, it was just a necessary act of his business as the AWA Champion. Rated: A

Wahoo McDaniel Defeated Jerry Lawler Rated: B-

Tour Rating: B-

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Bockwinkel · October 11, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">AWA Nesletter: Week 2

Hello AWA Nation, things are officially underway in your favourite company! Larry Hennig has become the head of committee! He's created the Chase For The Ace Gauntlet and announced the arrival of the AWA Television Championship next month as well as the arrival as some brand new signings. Will we see any of those signings come our way on this week's edition of All Star Wrestling?

Now we here at the AWA are hearing your questions "But AWA, what exactly IS a three way dance?" Those are the matches that will be deciding the finalists for our Chase for The Ace dear fans and we assure you, when the time comes? You'll know what to expect and love EVERY minute of it!

So what can you look forward to in this week's edition of All Star Wrestling? Well the Chase For The Ace continues, Larry Hennig has been given a warning by Nick Bockwinkel which we're sure he won't leave unanswered, as well as that folks there was that slap across the face from Jerry Lawler which we're sure as sugar that Larry hasn't forgotten! Only way to know is to tune in!

AWA All Star Wrestling: January 12, 1983

Pre Show: Jim Brunzell Vs Rene Goulet

Chase For The Ace Opening Round

Buck Zumhofe Vs. Jerry Blackwell

Jerry Lawler Vs. Mystery Opponent

Chase For The Ace Opening Round

Jesse Ventura Vs. Greg Gagne

Main Event

Chase For The Ace Opening Round

Hulk Hogan Vs Baron Von Raschke

Also Expect to hear from Larry Hennig in response to the actions of Jerry Lawler and Nick Bockwinkel last week. Also, knowing Hulk Hogan and his love for the fans, we can expect to hear from The Hulkster some point before his match.</div>

Bockwinkel · October 13, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">AWA All Star Wrestling January 12, 1983 4740 In Attendance MS Independence Events Center Pre Show: Jim Brunzell Defeated Rene Goulet D+ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div style="text-align:center;"><div>LARRY HENNIG INTRO In a similar scene from the opening of last week's edistion of All Star Wrestling, Larry Hennig, the Head of Committee makes his way out to the ring, AWA microphone in hand and a stern, determined look to right the wrongs that Nick Bockwinkel and Jerry Lawler committed last week. Last week, Nick Bockwinkel decided to use intimidation and violence as a mthod of forcing me to turn things his way in the event a title match does not go according to his plans. He didn't do this personally against me, as Nick Bockwinkel is fully aware, regardless how old I am, that if he threw anything my way that I would eagerly and happily throw it right back his way any day of the week! No. Instead what Mister Bockwinkel did, was attack one of our beloved wrestlers here in the AWA and one of the members of the Chase for the Ace Gauntlet, Wahoo McDaniel. The fans let their disgust for Nick and his uncalled attack against Wahoo be known, Wahoo was still one of the most loved and respected characters here in the AWA and anybody that lays a hand on him, deserves whatever come uppance they're going to get from the powers that be. Therefore I only see it fitting that to ensure Mister Bockwinkel does not interfere further in my business or the business of the AWA, if Nick Bockwinkel lays a hand on any of the other competitors of the Gauntlet before our end of the month show, he will find himself suspended and without pay! On top of that, As a show of good grace and respect to Wahoo McDaniel, I have personally booked a one on one match between Wahoo McDaniel and Nick Bockwinkel at our next AWA Tour...think of it as a preview of what might come your way if Wahoo were to win the gauntlet Nick! What you did last week, you said it was just business, the business of doing anything and everything that you can to keep that title around your waist. Well I'm in the business of keeping AWA successful Nick and that means no longer bowing down and giving in to your threats and intimidation tactics! You want to keep that belt Nick? You earn that right just like every other champion will! Larry's respect for the championship and the prestige that it carries shines through to the AWA Nation of fans that have packed the arena tonight as they shower him with their love and admiration, for the second week now Larry has made it clear, that title is what it is all about and he intends for it to be treated with respect and dignity. Now...as for Jerry Lawler, it is no coincidence that you've been placed in a match tonight Jerry, against an opponent of my choosing no less. Consider this as me keeping good to my word to the people of the AWA. I promised these people that they would be seeing some new faces arriving in the near future and I will personally take it upon myself to introduce one of our newest signings as he takes you on one on one in the ring tonight! Lace up them boots Jerry, I look forward to watching you wrestle tonight! C+</div></div><div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">CHASE FOR THE ACE OPENING ROUND</div> BUCK ZUMHOFE VS JERRY BLACKWELL If you weren't sure as an AWA fan if the Chase for The Ace was completely selected at random, this match might be a good indicator that it was, as Buck Zumhofe, talented as he may be just isn't ready for his sho9t in the spotlight, the young up and comer tried his best but couldn't put away the big man jerry Blackwell, as Jerry picks up the win and advances to the next round. C-</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">INTRODUCING...</div> After returning from the break, we see Jerry Lawler in the ring, ready to take on the hand picked opponent and new signing to the AWA that he would be facing tonight. Larry Hennig makes his way to the stage with a look of pride as he eyes down the man that slapped the taste out of his mouth. "Jerry, it gives me great pleasure, to introduce to you and to each and every fan watching live here tonight and on their TV screens at home, the man, the wrestler that you will be taking you on in the ring tonight. It's hard for me to speak about him without being biased, but everybody I talked to has said the same thing, he's young, he's talented and he could very well be the future of this company and to have everybody else telling me that? Than surely I must be on to something by signing him right? Jerry without further ado, your opponent tonight, one of our newest signings into the AWA. None other than MY SON...CURT HENNIG!" C+</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">JERRY LAWLER VS CURT HENNIG</div> Larry Hennig takes a seat at the commentary table as he watches his son wrestle for the first time in an AWA ring, you never get a second chance to make a first impression and the first impression young Curt gave us was absolutely perfect! The young upstart threw everything he had at Jerry, but the sly and experienced King managed to get one up on Curt as he grabbed a fistful of tights, getting a dirty pin over the blue chipper. B-</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">AFTER THE MATCH</div> After the match Lawler delivers a stiff hard kick to Curt's gut while the kid is down, yelling at the sound technicians to hand him a microphone, after another hard, gunshot sounding kick to the stomach, Lawler leans over the AWA ropes, staring right down to Larry Hennig who is sitting at ringside. Jerry: Take a good look at this Larry! Take a good look at what is laying in the ring before you! That's your son Larry, that's everything you've put your hopes and dreams into! It's sad Larry! I9t's pathetic! I almost feel sorry for poor young Curt, because all he's tried to do here tonight...is make his old man proud, all he tried to do here tonight, is show you he can get the job done! But the fact of the matter is? He's just as useless and pathetic as you Larry, he'll end up the exact same way when this business is through with him! Old! Washed up! Not a soul in the world to give a damn about him! The fans are berating Lawler with their hatred as he struts with confidence and bravado, keeping his back turned to Curt who is slowly stirring, one hand on his knee as he tries to get his wind back after the attack from Lawler. Jerry thinks for a moment, about to put the microphone down and leave the ring before shaking his head, waggling his finger at Larry. Jerry: You know what Larry? I think I ought to teach the kid just how hard this industry can really be, huh? I don't want to do this to the poor kid Larry...but you know what? I think at the end of the day, I'm doing him a favour, I'm ending this charade before it starts, He'll never have to worry about living up to his dad's so called legacy, because after I'm done with him here? He'll never want to wrestle ever agai- Jerry got cut off as he turned around, his eyes widening with shock, his hand slowly lowering as he shakes his head in disbelief, the young blue chipper was standing right in front of him, panting, bent over slightly to accomodate for the pain he was feeling in his gut, but defiant and eyes filled with rage. The fans going absolutely crazy to see this act of courage from Curt. Curt: "You want to put me down? Next time, make sure I STAY down!" Curt tried to pull Jerry towards him, but the sly king rolled and turned so he was behind Curt, before qwuickly dashing out of the ring and heading towards the back "THIS ISN'T OVER YOU LITTLE PUNK!" we hear him yelling as Curt surveys the crowd who accept him with open arms. B-</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">CHASE FOR THE ACE OPENING ROUND</div> JESSE VENTURA VS GREG GAGNE The streak of good luck for Greg Gagne finally comes to an end as Jesse Ventura shows us why it is that The Body is a cut above the rest! His overbearing form and strength outmatched Greg Gagne who tried to use his amateur background to outwrestle Jesse but sadly it wasn't enough power to keep The Body down. Jesse walks away with the win and advances on to the next round. C+</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">HOGAN PROMO</div> We go backstage where one of the staple announcers and interviewers of the AWA, is sitting in the wings, earpiece at the ready, microphone in his hand, introducing us to the man that he's about to interview, not like you couldn't tell who those twenty four inch pythons belonged to anyway brother! Gene: Ladies and Gentlemen I have with me right now, one of the favourites of the Chase for The Ace Gauntlet, a man who has been preparing for his match from the moment it was announced, none other than Hulk Hogan! Hulk...what do you have to say to the AWA and your fellow contestants in the Chase for the Ace Gauntlet? Hulk: Well you know somethin' Mean Gene? When I first heard that Larry Hennig was taking control of the ship, the future seemed uncertain to me brother, the destiny of the AWA was sittin' in this grey area, because what if...what if Larry Hennig was just like the rest of the Committee, what if Larry Hennig was like the men that came before him dude? The Stanley Blackburns, the Wally Karbo's, the men in suits that cowered and kneeled before the mighty Nick Bockwinkel brother! But The Hulkster is happy to admit in this case that he was wrong man! Larry Hennig laid down the law last week and most importantly of all? He did somethin' none of the others were willin to do dude, he gave The Hulkster a chance, he gave the Hulkamaniacs a chance to finally have their voices heard! How long have my Hulkamaniacs been asking for it Gene? How long have their voices, their cries, their plea for me to just get a chance to show this company what I'm worth been ignored? Well not any more dude, it's time to put up or shut up jack ank! And I just have ONE QUESTION for the rest of the AWA wrestlers in the Chase for The Ace Gauntlet! WHATCHA GONNA' DO WHEN THYE HULKSTER AND HIS THOUSANDS OF HULKAMANIACS FINALLY GET TO ROLL ON DOWN TO THEIR RING AND SHOW YOU WHAT THEY CAN DO, BROTHER? WHATCHA GONNA DOOOO! A</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">MAIN EVENT</div> CHASE FOR THE ACE OPENING ROUND HULK HOGAN VS BARON VON RASCHKE Hulk Hogan did just as he promised and showed what happens when he's given an opportunity, with all his Hulkamaniacs behind him, Hogan managed to overcome the dastardly Baron Von Raschke. He fought out of that vicious claw hold and send the Baron home packing after hitting the Big Leg Drop for the win and advancing on into the next round of the Chase for The Ace. B</div></blockquote> FINAL RATING B- </div>

Bockwinkel · October 18, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">AWA Tour Card

Baron Von Raschke Vs Sonny Rogers

Ken Patera Vs Brad Rheingans

Blackjack Lanza Vs Steve Regal

Rick Martel Vs Bobby Duncum

Wahoo Mcdaniel Vs Nick Bockwinkel Non Title</div>

PopeBrandonBrownson · October 19, 2016

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Bockwinkel" data-cite="Bockwinkel" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">AWA Tour Card Baron Von Raschke Vs Sonny Rogers Ken Patera Vs Brad Rheingans Blackjack Lanza Vs Steve Regal Rick Martel Vs Bobby Duncum Wahoo Mcdaniel Vs Nick Bockwinkel Non Title</div></div></blockquote> Alright, kiddo, I got my picks in and I'm excited for the show! Remember, if you ever need any booking advice, you ask your ol' Uncle Pope. I got this great idea- a turkey on a pole match! Just send me a letter, kid, I'll take you to the friggin' moon!

BHK1978 · October 19, 2016

This is some great stuff thus far. I am not sure why I have not come across this diary yet.

I really liked the Larry, Curt, Jerry segment. I could actually see that happening in real life.

Baron Von Raschke Vs Sonny Rogers

Ken Patera Vs Brad Rheingans

Blackjack Lanza Vs Steve Regal

Rick Martel Vs Bobby Duncum

Wahoo Mcdaniel Vs Nick Bockwinkel Non Title

Bockwinkel · October 20, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">AWA Tour Results

Baron Von Raschke Defeated Sonny Rogers C-

Ken Patera Defeated Brad Rheingans C+

Blackjack Lanza Defeated Steve Regal C

Rick Martel Defeated Bobby Duncum B

Nick Bockwinkel Defeated Wahoo McDaniel B

Final Rating C+

</div>

Bockwinkel · October 20, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">AWA Newsletter Week 3

Hello once again AWA Nation, we hope you're looking forward to another action packed edition of All Star Wrestling, for those of you that missed it we saw the debut of a new face to the AWA, none other than the son of our very own Head of Committee, Curt Hennig!

Curt found himself head to head against Jerry Lawler and although the young Blue Chipper couldn't pick up the pin, he made a very impressive first showing for the AWA fans! Things between Jerry and the Hennig family are certainly not over yet.

As for the Chase For The Ace? We find ourselves preparing for something that will be a first in professional wrestling, the first of TWO three way dances to decide the finalists in the Chase For The Ace Gauntlet!

So, what is a three way dance, well AWA Nation, three men enter but only one man can leave the ring the victor, one man will find himself pinned or submitted, the other walking out the loser and the third man? He doesn't need to be pinned or submitted to find himself the loser of the match, it's a whole new level of risk, a whole new level of threat and we certainly hope the competitors are ready to step their game up to live up to it!

AWA All Star Wrestling: January 19, 1983

Pre Show: Sonny Rogers Vs Tom Stone

Opener:

Buddy Lane Vs Buck Zumhofe

Match 2

Brad Rheingans Vs Jim Brunzell

Match 3

Curt Hennig Vs. Steve Regal

Match 4

Blackjack Lanza Vs. Greg Gagne

MAIN EVENT

CHASE FOR THE ACE DECIDING ROUND

THREE WAY DANCE

Jerry Lawler Vs. Rick Martel Vs. Wahoo McDaniel

Also to expect: King's Court with Jerry Lawler

Word From Nick Bockwinkel

Remember to call in to the AWA Hotline, talk to your favourite superstars and give your predictions for this weeks edition of All Star Wrestling!</div>

Bockwinkel · October 22, 2016

<div style="text-align:center;">AWA All Star Wrestling, January 19, 1983 MS Independence Events Center 5,121 In Attendance <div style="text-align:center;">Pre Show Sonny Rogers Defeated Tom Stone D</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Opening Match</div> Buddy Lane Vs Buck Zumhofe The two light heavyweights mismatched in what was a slightly disappointing opening bout for the usual AWA standard, Buddy Lane was given his chance to shine on TV and it seemed to not work out as Buck Zumhofe walked away with the pin Rated D <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"> Brad Rheingans Vs Jim Brunzell</div> One half of the High Flyers, Jim Brunzell tried his best to show us why it is he is championship material, with the tag team division currently in a bit of a slump, Jim took a shot at singles action and pulled out a win against Brad in the second match of the night Rated D+</div></blockquote> </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">King's Court</div> Standing ready in the center of the ring is Jerry Lawler, who we will be seeing later on in action in the main event, for now there is an issue stirring in the King's head, the issue of what took place last week between him and Curt Hennig! Jerry is fully suited up in his royal garb, crown and all as he sits in his throne that has been placed in the ring for him, slowly drawing the AWA mic to his mouth to address his people! Lawler: Last week...I think we can all agree that what we saw from our Head Of Comittee was nothing more than a sad, pathetic attempt to keep his name in the spotlight! I've seen it before and trust me when I say I wasn't surprised to see it again last week on All Star Wrestling! Curt, I understand why you took the offer to come here, I understand why you wanted to lace up the boots and give it a go in the ring! You wanted to right by your old man! You wanted to make him proud! You wanted the people in this audience to look at you and say "That's Larry Hennig's Kid!" But Curt...don't you get it? Don't you understand? You're never going to succeed in this business as long as you have a mentality like that! Now I realise last week? You and I got on the wrong foot, I was angry at your father and I took it out on you Curt and for that, for that I apologise...so ladies and gentlemen, what I have done to smooth things over, to start things out on the right foot, is I have invited Curt Hennig out tonight so we can straighten this mess out and I can explain to him face to face, man to man just why it is he needs to reconsider the path that he is currently on! So Curt, let's cut to the chase, come on out and let's settle this the right way! After a few moments of awkward silence, Curt appears on the stage, hands on his hips, staring down at Jerry Lawler with a hesitant glare, The King seems far too civil right now, causing the whole thing to stink to high heaven, but the young naive up and comer is willing to hear him out all the same, the fans applaud the arrival of their newest hero to AWA. Indeed, they could see big things coming the youngsters way in the future if he has the right attitude and mindset. Curt grabbed a hold of his own microphone before hesitantly joining Lawler in the ring. Curt: Don't think I'm out here to make friends Jerry. I haven't forgotten what you had in mind for me last week! You were more than ready and willing to spike my head into the mat and try to break my neck as long as it meant sticking it to my father! So let's not suddenly start pretending to be cordial with each other. Jerry shrugged, seemingly admitting that he was in the wrong last week and had absolutely no excuse for the horrendous actions he tried to commit against Curt. Lawler: Curt, all I can say is...I'm sorry. I'm sorry that your father has dragged you into this mess I'm sorry that your dad can't let go of the past, I'm sorry that he is so wrapped up in keeping his name up in lights that he's using you in order to further himself! I'll admit, I acted a little rash but at the time Curt? I saw it as doing you a favour...the ULTIMATE favour Curt...think about it! Every time you walk into this ring, every time you lock up you're gonna' have a little voice in the back of your head, nagging at you, questioning at you "Can I really do this? Can I live up to my father's name? Am I gonna' let him down tonight?" You let him down last week, didn't you? You don't want to admit it, why would you...but it's so clear in your eyes Curt...getting pinned by me, it annoyed you didn't it? It annoyed you because you knew you were better than that! It annoyed you because you let your admiration and link to your father get in the way of what really mattered! And as long as you continue to do that Curt...you will NEVER succeed in this business! Curt chuckled, stepping a little closer towards Jerry, the two were staring each other down right in the middle of the ring, whipping the crowd up into a proper frenzy for what was the first time in the night. Curt: You know what Jerry? You're right. I was annoyed, I was frustrated, I did beat myself up afterwards...but it's not because of my Dad. It's because of you Jerry, it's because I lost...to you! You see Jerry I know I'm better than that, I know I'm better than you...hell, compared to you Jerry? I'M ABSOLUTELY PERFECT! So yeah, hearing the ref count 1...2...3...that got me a little riled up! But you know what? Seein' you run from that ring with your tail between your legs made me feel so much better. You're scared of me Jerry, you're scared because I was this close to showing you up in my debut match...so just imagine for one minute Jerry, what could happen if I'm allowed to face you one on one in the ring again! Lawler just chuckled, turning away for a moment as he considered what Curt had just said to him. Well...luckily for you kid! You ain't ever gonna' find out! Out of nowhere Lawler delivers a sickening and devastating low blow with the tip of his boot, Curt falls to his knees wounded as the fans throw their hatred Jerry's way! YOU WERE NOTHING BEFORE YOU WRESTLED ME! DO YOU HEAR ME YOU LITTLE PUNK! NOTHING! Jerry spits in Curt's face before slamming his head in to the mat and delivering one final boot to the back of Curt's head before leaving with a shit eating grin stretched across his face! Rated B </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Curt Hennig Vs Steve Regal</div> After a break was had to ensure that Curt was in good enough condition to wrestle, The young upstart proved that he was not going to let the cheap and dirty tactics of Jerry Lawler get the better of him as he came back from the vicious attack and beat Steve Regal clean in the middle of the ring after a Hennig Plex Rated C+</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Blackjack Lanza Vs Greg Gagne</div> In what was a surprisingly entertaining and well fought match, Blackjack lanza and Greg Gagne showcased some amazing chemistry with each other, putting on what some may have seen as a show stealing match, Blackjack managed to get the upper hand though as he grabbed a hand full of tights out of desperation to pick up the win. Rated B </div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Nick Bockwinkel Promo</div> In a setting that was familiar tom two weeks ago here on All Star Wrestling, the AWA Heavyweight Champion was backstage, clad in his expensive three piece suit and sunglasses, his grandeose Title belt strapped firmly around his waist, and his no good weasel manager standing by his side, looking ready to pop a blood vessel. Heenan: Ladies and gentlemen, if ya' didn't believe that Larry Hennig was bias against my client, if ya' didn't believe that Larry Hennig was tryin' to stack the deck against our AWA Heavyweight Champion! All you gotta' do, is look to last week's edition of All Star Wrestling where my client was unrighteously and unceremoniously barred from having anything to do with a tournament that decides the man that will be HIS number one contender! What Nick did to Wahoo? That was business, Wahoo needs to learn to take things less personally, but personal is exactly how you've made things now Larry! It's outrageous! It's scandelous! And if it weren't for Nick Bockwinkel convincing me otherwise, you'd have a lawsuit on your hands Hennig, mark my words! Bockwinkel stepped in, patting his manager on the back to calm his frustrations, Bobby eased off, apologizing as he leaned in with the microphone out of respect for his client so that he could address the masses. Bockwinkel: Bobby...take it easy, Mr. Hennig is simply in the business of ensuring that his creation goes off without failure, it would be an absolute tragedy if this Chase For The Ace Gauntlet were to end due to dubious and questionable means, I understand that. I completely and utterly accept that my actions towards Mr. Mcdaniel were dmaging to the reputation and outcome of the Gauntlet and for that, Mr. Hennig, I send my condolences and apologies to you. However, my actions against Mr. Mcdaniel had nothing to do with this Gauntlet, far from the case. I could care less about this futile gauntlet to decide my number one contender Mr. Hennig as regardless who it is that emerges victorious from their onslaught will find themselves facing certain defeat at my hands as everybody else who has come before them has, just eas everybody else who will come after them will continue to do so. Wahoo McDaniel is a symbol Mr. Hennig, a symbol of the great legacy and history that this company has...and in one quick motion I was able to put into question the integrity of that reputation, the integrity of that history. In terms that you would understand Mr. Hennig...what I was trying to make ever so abundantly clear to you was that...nothing happens in the AWA without my say so. This Gauntlet continues because it entertains me and amuses me, I assure you...if I so wished to pull the plug on it tomorrow, then that would be what happens. But no, for now Mr. Hennig I want you to get comfortable in your new position, I want you to bathe in the glow your new found authority provides for you...and then I want to watch the look on your face when I come along and decide to snatch it all away, just like I did with everybody else. I am a step above Mr. Hennig and I always will be...remember that. Bockwinkel winked at the camera before it faded to black and the final commercials hit before the Main Event. Rated B-</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="42763" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">MAIN EVENT</div> CHASE FOR THE ACE DECIDING ROUND: THREE WAY DANCE Jerry Lawler Vs. Rick Martel. Wahoo McDaniel In what was an amazing showcase of three standout wrestlers in our organization, each one getting their moment to shine, it was the long time veteran and hero who had been wronged by Nick Bockwinkel two weeks ago that ended up pulling out the win. Wahoo McDaniel got the pin over Lawler after a Tomahawk chop and advanced to the finals! Rated B</div></blockquote> FINAL RATING B- </div>

Bockwinkel · October 22, 2016

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Bockwinkel · October 26, 2016

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