Head Booker Journey - 1st stop, WWE Evolution (an all womens wrestling promotion)

[sportsfanmas]

*I am using Fleisch's WWE 2018 RAW vs. Smackdown Mod, in which RAW, Smackdown, NXT, and NXT: UK have all been broken into separate promotions/companies. In addition, women's wrestling is no longer on RAW or Smackdown. Instead, a new WWE company has been introduced, WWE Evolution, which will feature all the former female members of the RAW and Smackdown roster*

 

Hi, my name is Mike Schaplowsky, and I have been a wrestling fan for several years. And by several, I mean pretty much my whole life. I've always wanted to get into the business, and after hearing the "breakup" of WWE, I thought now would be a perfect opportunity. I knew Mr. McMahon was busy getting his new XFL set up, so I sent letters to Mr. Shane McMahon, Mrs. Stephanie McMahon, and Mr. Jean Paul Levesque (otherwise known to wrestling fans as HHH). I sent letters, and letters, and letters, leaving email addresses, phone numbers and the works. Finally I got a call from HHH himself. The first words out of his mouth are "Kid, you're persistent, I'll give you that. Why should we hire you to work for the WWE?" Well first of all, I'm not a kid, I'm in my late 30's, but was I going to insult an owner of one of the WWE brands? Definitely not. So I explained my position, telling him I'd be willing to work from the bottom up, whatever it took.

 

After a brief conversation (and also a quick chat with Mrs. Stephanie McMahon), they had a thought. "As you know, since you included it in every single letter you wrote, you know that RAW and Smackdown no longer have women's wrestling. You also know that we have a promotion devoted entirely to women's wrestling. WWE Evolution. Miss Sara Del Ray is the owner of this promotion, and as of right now, also the head booker. Give her a call. Maybe you can work something out."

 

So I give Miss Del Ray a call, and 15 minutes later, she had hired me to be the head booker of WWE Evolution. "You seem to know your stuff about women's wrestling, you seem to be interested in creating new stars, and that's what we need. Let's see how you do here, and then maybe, eventually you'll get the call up to NXT, and ultimately the call up to RAW or Smackdown. Or.. maybe you'll just end up being a lifer with me here at WWE Evolution. Or.. maybe I'll hate the job you're doing and fire your ass and you'll be back on the streets looking for a job in a bingo hall. Let's give it a shot."

 

So after all that, I was announced as the new head booker of WWE Evolution! Roster coming up later.

[sportsfanmas]

After discussing with Miss Del Ray, and getting her approval, the first thing I've done is to end the face/heel divide. I explained to her that we could have many more matches and feuds by taking away the face/heel divide. By keeping it on, we were basically going to have to have face vs. heel every single match, because a face vs. face or heel vs. heel would cost us a bit in the match ratings. She's agreed to it for now, but is cautiously optimistic. (I'd be willing to hear others opinions on this, if they use or don't use the face/heel divide and why). This is the initial roster I will be using:

 

Main Eventers

 

Alexa Bliss, Charlotte, Flair, Becky Lynch, Ronda Rousey, Asuka

 

Upper Midcarders

 

Naomi, Natayla, Bayley, Sasha Banks, Nia Jax

 

Midcarders

 

Mandy Rose, Tamina, Sarah Logan, Liv Morgan, Mickie James, Lana, Carmella, Alicia Fox

 

Lower Midcarders

 

Sonya Deville, Shayna Baszler, Dana Brooke, Ember Moon

 

Openers

 

Nikki Cross, Peyton Royce, Kairi Sane

 

Enhancement Talents

 

Zelina Vega, Billie Kay

 

The announce team for our 90 minute weekly show, to be shown on Saturday nights, is as follows:

 

Announcer- Renee Young

Color Commentator- Lita

 

Referees

 

Jessika Carr and Myself

 

Sara Del Ray is our lone road agent at the moment.

 

The following have not been assigned a role yet:

 

Paige, the Bella Twins, Ruby Riott

 

Our current Tag Team Division is thin, so the first Tag Team Champions will be from this group. Right now Absolution (Sonya Deville and Mandy Rose), The IIconics (Peyton Royce and Billie Kay) and The Riott Squad (Liv Morgan and Sarah Logan) will compete in a round robin series to determine the first ever WWE Evolution Tag Team Champions. Look for the Bella Twins to possible challenge when both come back, but I'm definitely looking for new tag teams.

 

The focus will be on the singles division, with 2 singles title, the WWE Evolution World Title, and the WWE Evolution Television Title.

 

We will have single elimination, 8 woman tournaments for both (because I love tournaments).

[sportsfanmas]

Miss Del Ray has given me a list of goals to complete:

 

#1- Improve the financial balance of WWE Evolution to at least $1,250,000 (started at $1,000,000). Critical Importance, Expires in 1 year, 11 months, 3 weeks.

 

#2- Don't let Evolution fall into debt at any point. Critical Importance, Expires in 2 years, 3 months, 3 weeks.

 

#3- Don't hire any wrester classed as a Luchador. Average Importance, Expires in 1 year, 1 month, 3 weeks.

 

#4- Don't hire or extend the contract of anybody that is known to have problems with the law. Average Importance, Expires in 1 year, 3 months, 3 weeks.

 

#5- Don't hire any wrestler classed as a Spot Monkey. Average Importance, Expires 1 year, 3 months, 3 weeks.

 

Sounds easy enough, let's get to it!

[sportsfanmas]

<p><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">WWE Evolution- August, Week 1, 2018 Preview</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>

Head Booker Mike Schaplowsky has his first card set for the first edition of WWE Evolution. He said he will not release official brackets, but he does have them set. Here's what we know, the 8 women that will be wrestling for the WWE Evolution World Title are as follows: Alexa Bliss, Becky Lynch, Ronda Rousey, Charlotte Flair, Asuka, Sasha Banks, Natayla, and Bayley.</p><p> </p><p>

The 8 women wrestling for the WWE Evolution Television Title:</p><p> </p><p>

Naomi, Nia Jax, Carmella, Lana, Tamina, Alicia Fox, Mickie James, and surprise entrant Paige.</p><p> </p><p>

There will be 2 WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Matches and 2 WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Matches on this first show. </p><p> </p><p>

The first 2 WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Matches will be as follows: Becky Lynch vs. Bayley, and Alexa Bliss vs. Asuka.</p><p> </p><p>

The first 2 WWE Evolution Television Title Quarterfinal Matches will be as follows: Naomi vs. Mickie James, and Carmella vs. Tamina.</p><p> </p><p>

In addition, the IIconics will take on Absolution in the first of 3 matches to determine the first ever WWE Evolution Tag Team Champions. </p><p> </p><p>

It is also being reported that a full time WWE Evolution General Manager will be announced on the first edition of WWE Evolution.</p><p> </p><p>

<span style="text-decoration:underline;">Match Card</span></p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match</p><p>

Becky Lynch vs. Bayley</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match</p><p>

Alexa Bliss vs. Asuka</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match</p><p>

Naomi vs. Mickie James</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match</p><p>

Carmella vs. Tamina</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution Tag Team Title Tournament Match #1</p><p>

The IIconics vs. Absolution</p><p>

Comments:</p>

[sportsfanmas]

I will be running this show tomorrow, so please get your votes in as soon as possible. Thanks.

[Rhyme1234]

WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match

Becky Lynch vs. Bayley

Comments:

 

WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match

Alexa Bliss vs. Asuka

Comments:

 

WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match

Naomi vs. Mickie James

Comments:

 

WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match

Carmella vs. Tamina

Comments:

 

WWE Evolution Tag Team Title Tournament Match #1

The IIconics vs. Absolution

Comments:

[sportsfanmas]

<p>Everybody. I would like to run a prediction contest with this dynasty report, but only if I have enough people predicting. I'm hoping to run a show every other day, at least for the next couple of weeks to really get this going. That means there won't be a lot of time between shows to get your predictions in. But if anybody is interested in being part of a prediction contest, please get your predictions in.</p><p> </p><p>

I am not sure the details, as I've never really done one, so for those that have done them, please PM me with thoughts. Thanks.</p>

[sportsfanmas]

I'm going to give this until tomorrow and see if I get any more predictions. There are quite a few that have predicted on some of my dynasties before that I still haven't heard from, and I'm hoping to hear from them. Regardless, I will run the first show tomorrow at some point, so please get those predictions in.

[Rhyme1234]

Don't worry man, but the prediction will come down once you post the show, if someone's interested you will have the market for yourself, you'll see what I mean. I am interested in WWE Evolution concept and am still waiting for the show.

[Leohunter]

<p>WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match</p><p>

<strong>Becky Lynch </strong>vs. Bayley</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match</p><p>

Alexa Bliss vs. <strong>Asuka</strong></p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match</p><p>

<strong>Naomi</strong> vs. Mickie James</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match</p><p>

<strong>Carmella</strong> vs. Tamina</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution Tag Team Title Tournament Match #1</p><p>

<strong>The IIconics</strong> vs. Absolution</p><p>

Comments:</p>

[sportsfanmas]

<p>Sorry for not getting this out sooner, it was a bad weekend. I won't go into details but things are all good now, so, here... we.... go!</p><p> </p><p> <strong>WWE Evolution</strong></p><p><strong> Saturday, Week 1, August 2018</strong></p><p><strong> Lowell Memorial Auditorium- Lowell, MA</strong></p><p><strong> Show Attendance: 2,800</strong></p><p><strong> Show Announcers: Renee Young and Lita</strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46687" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>The show opens with "Here comes the Money! Dolla Dolla" playing, and Shane McMahon coming out to the ring. "You were expecting maybe.. my sister? Or my mother? Or maybe miss Sara Del Ray herself? No, you were expecting the new WWE Evolution GM tonight! Well, I'm sorry to tell you, WWE Evolution has not signed a General Manager yet. But.. seeing as how I've been nice enough to allow WWE Evolution TV on my network, the WWE Smackdown Network, I felt that I needed to make an appearance. See, we have some things to talk about. First and foremost, WWE Evolution's first PPV, WWE Evolution Money in the Bank. So who will be the wrestlers competing in the MITB Match? Well, that's a question for the WWE Evolution GM to answer. And she should be here next week. <p> </p><p> On to other things, the WWE Evolution Tag Team Titles. We have The IIconics, the Riott Squad, and Absolution. But I wanted a true tournament, not a round robin tournament, so I've signed another team. They have a lot of experience, and they will be announced... actually, you'll see for yourself next week. So guess what, WWE Evolution fans. You get.. 2 surprises next week. Now, we have some very exciting matches in our WWE Evolution Title Tournament, and our WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament, as well as our first WWE Evolution Tag Team Tournament Semifinal, so let's get to it!" (C+)</p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46687" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>The first match on WWE Evolution TV was a WWE Evolution Television Title Match between <strong>Carmella</strong> and <strong>Tamina</strong>. Not the best match, which is why I chose to put it first on the card. Carmella needs work on her psychology, while Tamina is starting to decline. As expected, the wrestling was subpar, but <span style="text-decoration:underline;">Carmella got the win after a modified head scissors</span>. (D-)</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46687" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>We go backstage where <strong>Alexa Bliss</strong> is hyping up her match tonight against <strong>Asuka</strong>. Alexa tells us that she will have no problem beating someone that doesn't even understand the American language, let alone know how to speak it. She says that she has been held down for far too long, and it is her turn to shine. (C-)</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46687" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Our first WWE Evolution Tag Team Tournament Semifinal match was up next, between the <strong>IIconics (Peyton Royce and Billie Kay)</strong> and <strong>Absolution (Sonya Deville and Mandy Rose)</strong>. This was a very poor match, and Miss Del Ray did what she could to help it, but all 4 of these ladies need a lot of work. <span style="text-decoration:underline;">The IIconics got the win after Peyton Royce pinned Sonya Deville after a Leg Sweep DDT</span>. Sonya was not happy with the finish, so I had to make her look strong throughout the match. (E+)</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46687" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Next up, our first match in the WWE Evolution Title Tournament between <strong>Alexa Bliss</strong> and <strong>Asuka</strong>. I have high hopes for both these ladies, and they didn't disappoint. The heat was great and the wrestling was good. As promised, <span style="text-decoration:underline;">Alexa made good on her prediction to win, as she grabbed a handful of Asuka's tights after a roll-up, getting the 1,2,3 to advance in the tournament.</span> ©</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46687" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Again backstage, as <strong>Sasha Banks</strong> is working out in the training room, when <strong>Charlotte Flair</strong> walked in and started laughing. "That's what you call a workout? Hun, I will run circles around you in the gym and in the ring." Sasha stopped working out and got in Charlotte's face. "You wish you were half the wrestler your daddy was. The only reason you're even relevant, is because of who your daddy is anyways, bitch!" Before the 2 could come to blows, backstage personnel and security got between them, but not before an intense stare down. (C+)</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46687" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Our following match sent us back to the WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament, where <strong>Naomi</strong> took on <strong>Mickie James</strong>. A decent match, but not great, with Mickie obviously holding the experience edge. She has also lost a couple steps though, but was still good enough to <span style="text-decoration:underline;">get the Chick Kick on Naomi to score the win and advance!</span> (D+)</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> </p><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46687" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Our main event saw <strong>Becky Lynch</strong> and <strong>Bayley</strong> do battle in the WWE Evolution Title Tournament. Another bout with great heat and good wrestling, but Becky is on another level right now. I wanted this match to build slowly, as these 2 have great stamina and I wanted a 20 minute match between them. I had no issues there, but in the end, <span style="text-decoration:underline;">Becky wore Bayley down enough to finish her off with a Pumphandle Slam to get the win!</span> These 2 have great chemistry together and I can see them working an extended program together in the future. (C-)</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Final Show Rating: C</p><p> </p><p> Prediction Contest:</p><p> </p><p> Rhyme1234- 3 points</p><p> Leohunter- 3 points</p>

[sportsfanmas]

<p><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Head Booker Diary -- August 2018, Week 1</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>

Well, my first show is in the books, and I have to say it was a smashing success. I've been told that the feedback was awesome, and that the fans loved it. I've also been told that our popularity increased in 40 regions. Wow! That's a lot of popularity increase. Maybe too soon, too fast. If that keeps up, I'll have to continue to keep putting on these kind of shows. That's a lot of pressure.</p><p> </p><p>

Unfortunately, WWE Evolution already has some of the most popular females on their roster, but I'm still going to do a search to not only bring in some fairly popular wrestlers, but also some better in-ring workers. I've already changed my plans for Money In The Bank, as I'm running a lot of ideas through my head.</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution on Mr. Shane McMahon's WWE Smackdown Network drew a 0.23 rating. Not bad. It's going to take some time for the fans to get used to an all women's show.</p><p> </p><p>

Kairi Sane has just been released from NXT by Mr. HHH. With all due respect, I'm not sure what he is thinking. I will absolutely be looking to sign her to WWE Evolution.</p><p> </p><p>

Speaking of signings, I can not be more happy with the WWE Evolution General Manager and the new tag team that Shane McMahon has signed to come work in WWE Evolution. All 3 have a wealth of experience, and while 1 has previously worked in WWE, the other 2 haven't, at least to my knowledge. They have worked in TNA though. Or Impact. Or whatever the heck you want to call it now.</p><p> </p><p>

Well, time to get ready and start booking my next show. Hope you all are enjoying.</p>

[Leohunter]

Good first show! Loved the Sasha and Charlotte staredown!

[sportsfanmas]

WWE Evolution, August Week 2, 2018 Preview

 

This week, the new WWE Evolution General Manager will be announced. Who will it be? Tune in and find out.

 

Also this week, we have 5 more exciting matches. We have our final 2 Quarterfinal matches in both the WWE Evolution Title and WWE Evolution Television Title Tournaments, as well as our 2nd Semifinal match in the WWE Evolution Tag Team Title Tournament. The new GM has already made an incredible decision, shifting the brackets in the WWE Evolution Title Tournament to set up a match between Sasha Banks and Charlotte Flair. The final Quarterfinal match in the WWE Evolution Title Tournament will be Ronda Rousey vs. Natalya.

 

In the WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament, the new GM has set up these matches as the final 2 quarterfinal matches: Nia Jax vs. Alicia Fox and Lana vs. Paige.

 

It is also expected that we will hear from the new GM regarding some plans for WWE Evolution Money in the Bank at the end of the month.

 

Match Card

 

WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match

Sasha Banks vs. Charlotte Flair

Comments:

 

WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match

Ronda Rousey vs. Natayla

Comments:

 

WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match

Nia Jax vs. Alicia Fox

Comments:

 

WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match

Lana vs. Paige

Comments:

 

WWE Evolution Tag Team Title Tournament Semifinal Match

The Riott Squad (Liv Morgan and Sarah Logan) vs. ?????

Comments:

 

(bonus- 2 extra points for guessing the correct tag team, or 1 point per member)

 

(bonus- Who will the first ever WWE Evolution General Manager be? 2 bonus points for guessing correctly)

 

I will possibly run this show tomorrow, as I'm eager to get a few shows in this week while I have a little bit more free time, so let's call this a 24 hour warning to get your predictions in.

[sportsfanmas]

Good first show! Loved the Sasha and Charlotte staredown!

 

Thanks. I'm 100% a book on the fly kind of guy. I normally don't have a lot of free time, and I have several other things going, so when I sit down to play TEW, I'm usually booking show by show, card by card, PPV by PPV. Sometimes I have a plan of how I want things to go, but I find myself always changing my mind (Like I already have with Money in the Bank). So I hope my book on the fly style doesn't turn some people off, as I know many have several shows and plans booked out for months in advance.

[Leohunter]

Thanks. I'm 100% a book on the fly kind of guy. I normally don't have a lot of free time, and I have several other things going, so when I sit down to play TEW, I'm usually booking show by show, card by card, PPV by PPV. Sometimes I have a plan of how I want things to go, but I find myself always changing my mind (Like I already have with Money in the Bank). So I hope my book on the fly style doesn't turn some people off, as I know many have several shows and plans booked out for months in advance.

 

Looks like we have a lot of similarities about booking on the fly, so I know what's it like to not have much time on the hand to singly plan everything out. Don't worry Booking on the fly can create great moments too, the show above is to my liking since it does not have overbooking written onto it. Hehe. Anyways awesome work here!

[Leohunter]

WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match

Sasha Banks vs. Charlotte Flair

Comments: Flair has been getting a lot of opportunities, let give Shasha some too!

 

WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match

Ronda Rousey vs. Natayla

Comments: I know Natalya is a good worker, but Rousey is a beast!

 

WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match

Nia Jax vs. Alicia Fox

Comments: Damn, easy guess maybe. Hehe.

 

WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match

Lana vs. Paige

Comments: Lana still has to work on her wrestling abilities thus giving Paige the win here!

 

WWE Evolution Tag Team Title Tournament Semifinal Match

The Riott Squad (Liv Morgan and Sarah Logan) vs. ?????

Comments: The Riott Squad has win written onto their faces!

[sportsfanmas]

I will be running the next show sometime this afternoon, so this is a 6 hour warning, please get your votes in.

[Rhyme1234]

<p>Loved the show man! <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match</p><p>

Sasha Banks vs. <strong>Charlotte Flair</strong></p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match</p><p>

<strong>Ronda Rousey</strong> vs. Natayla</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match</p><p>

<strong>Nia Jax</strong> vs. Alicia Fox</p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal Match</p><p>

Lana vs. <strong>Paige</strong></p><p>

Comments:</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Evolution Tag Team Title Tournament Semifinal Match</p><p>

<strong>The Riott Squad (Liv Morgan and Sarah Logan)</strong> vs. ?????</p><p>

Comments:</p>

[sportsfanmas]

WWE Evolution

Saturday, Week 2, August 2018

Jaffa Shrine Center- Altoona, PA

Show Announcers: Renee Young and Lita

Show Attendance: 3,200

 

The show opened with a look back at the confrontation between Charlotte Flair and Sasha Banks last week, with Renee and Lita talking about what a fierce match the two should have tonight. (D+)

 

Into the ring we go, where Charlotte is standing with a mic in her hand. "Little Sasha Banks. You want to challenge me? You want to challenge the queen? Well, not only am I going to have the pleasure of beating you, but I will also get the pleasure of knocking you out of the WWE Evolution World Title Tournament. Sasha, you are no match for the queen. My wrestling legacy far surpasses yours. Who do you have going for you? Snoop Dogg? When was the last time he did anything relevant? My daddy is still relevant, can you say that about your uncle?" (C+)

 

Our first actual match of the show was a WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Quarterfinal between Nia Jax and Alicia Fox. While neither of these 2 are great in the ring, Nia has a special kind of star quality. Alicia has been a part of the WWE for a while now and has never really progressed, so for me this was an easy decision. Nia got the win over Alicia in just under 4 minutes. (D)

 

We go back to the ring where the Riott Squad (Liv Morgan and Sarah Logan) are in the ring. Sarah has a mic. "So.. Mr. Shane McMahon has decided he wants us to fight a different team besides the IIconics or Absolution. There isn't a team or a woman out there that can handle my strength. Liv and I are like family. So.. who do you got? Who do we get to beat up on to get our shot at becoming the first ever WWE Evolution Tag Team Champions?" Just then, Killa Queen plays over the speakers, and out comes Madison Rayne. "Sarah, Liv, you two have no idea what you asked for. You see, I used to be part of a group in another company that will remain nameless. Let's get to the point, sweeties. We were.. beautiful!" As Sarah and Liv stand in the ring looking dumbfounded, out comes Angel Williams! The Beautiful People (at least 2/3 of them) are in WWE Evolution! (C-)

 

So our next WWE Evolution Tag Team Tournament Semifinal is set between the Beautiful People and the Riott Squad. And I have to say I'm disappointed in this match. I always thought highly of Angel and Madison in TNA, but their in-ring work here was well.. not good. In fact, Sarah carried the in-ring performance, but unfortunately I had already made my mind up. So.. Madison Rayne hit Sarah Logan with a Shining Yazuka Kick to get the win for the Beautiful People, as they will face the IIconics to determine the first ever WWE Evolution Tag Team Champions. (D-)

 

After this match, Renee Young went to the ring. "Well guys, you've already seen the first surprise, how about the Beautiful People in WWE? Wow! But that's not all, because at long last, it is time to announce the WWE Evolution General Manager. Now, this lady has done just about everything she can do in the ring. She has had great success not only in WWE, but in other companies as well. Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you, the WWE Evolution General Manager...… Gail Kim!

 

Gail comes down to the ring to a huge ovation. "Wow, thanks so much guys, and thank you Renee. I never, ever thought I would come back to the WWE, but when Stephanie called me up and told me that WWE now had an all women's promotion, I couldn't pass up this opportunity. It is such an honor to be a part of this company, working with so many great talents such as Becky, Sasha, Charlotte... the list goes on and on. Now, with that being said, we are going to run a tight ship here, so if anybody wants to test me.. well, just remember how many championships I've won in multiple companies. Now, let's get back to action! (C-)

 

Our final Quarterfinal match in the WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament took place between Lana and Paige. I've always thought very highly of Paige, I've always looked at her as a tremendous talent, but I see a lot of potential in Lana. This was a well placed match in my opinion. While Paige was better in the ring, Lana held her own. Eventually though, it was trickery that would decide this match, as Lana hit Paige with a foreign object to get the 1,2,3 in a bit of an upset. (D-)

 

Now we get down to the final 2 matches of the night, in our WWE Evolution World Title Tournament. This match was between Ronda Rousey and Natayla. 2 great competitors, but I've never felt that Nattie has gotten the respect she deserves. Ronda.. well she just oozes star par in her days from UFC. Her attitude leaves a bit to be desired at times though. The in-ring work of both was pretty similar on the grading scale, but in the end it was experience winning over, as Natalya locked Ronda in the Sharpshooter and got the win, advancing in the WWE Evolution World Title Tournament. ©

 

We go backstage where Sasha Banks is getting ready for her match, but before she goes to the ring, she has a few words. "Charlotte, you want to talk about family legacy? I said it last week and I'll say it again. The only reason you are in WWE Evolution is because of who your daddy is. Your daddy, the Nature Boy Ric Flair, has more talent in his little finger than you do in your whole body. In fact, you want to bring my uncle Snoop into it? Well, he also has more talent in his little finger than you do in your whole body. See, you might be a queen in your own little world, but you're messin with a boss, and the boss always wins!" ©

 

Main event time, our final quarterfinal in the WWE Evolution World Title Tournament between Charlotte Flair and Sasha Banks. No doubt both have a great family legacy, while Sasha has her legacy outside the business, that doesn't take anything away from what she does in the ring. Unfortunately, she was majorly off her game tonight. Her promo was great, her in-ring action... not so much. Charlotte did a great job picking up the slack, and this match had tremendous heat (and why wouldn't it, based on the promos). This match had so much heat that me, being the referee, couldn't control these young ladies (Have you ever tried to get in the middle of 2 ladies wanting to rip each others hair out? It's not fun). After about the 4th time of being pushed on my ass, I'd had enough. I disqualified both women, ruling it a no contest. ©

 

We weren't done though! Before the show could go off the air, Gail Kim came back out. "No way. No way will we end a show that way. Charlotte..Sasha! You want to let personal business get in the way of the company, that's your decision. But I refuse to let your personal feud effect this tournament. You are both out of the tournament. Miss Natayla Neidhart, you have just earned yourself a bye into the finals of the WWE Evolution World Tournament. You will wrestle the winner of the Becky Lynch-Alexa Bliss match for the title at WWE Evolution Money in the Bank, in 2 weeks. That Becky-Alexa match, it takes place next week. Sasha and Charlotte, you want a chance at the title? You both have to QUALIFY by winning a Money in the Bank qualifying match. There will be 6 qualifying matches over the next 2 weeks to determine the 6 participants in the Money in the Bank match. You will both be getting next week off to cool down, and will wrestle your qualifying matches in 2 weeks on WWE Evolution. Now, get out of my ring, get your asses backstage, get your stuff, and get out of here" (D+)

 

The show ended with Charlotte and Sasha still being held apart in the ring.

 

Final Show Rating: C

 

Prediction Contest

 

This Show

 

Leohunter- 1 point

Rhyme1234- 1 point

 

As you are the only 2 that have predicted so far, and neither of you made a guess on the WWE Evolution General Manager or the new tag team, no bonus points. The Charlotte-Sasha match is thrown out of course. For future reference, it probably won't happen often, but every now and then, I will have something like that happen, and if you do happen to guess a Double DQ, Double Countout, Time Limit Draw, etc, you'll get 2 points.

 

Overall

 

Leohunter- 4 points

Rhyme1234- 4 points

[sportsfanmas]

Head Booker Diary -- August 2018, Week 2

 

Not much change from last week. The fans thought the show was awesome, the tv rating was an 0.36, and it increased our popularity in 41 regions! Holy cow!

 

Some backstage notes, as Paige lifted the locker room by bringing in an adorable puppy before the show.

 

Also, Alexa Bliss was brought to Wrestler's court, as she forgot to shake another workers hand when entering the locker room. The judge, Natayla, found her guilty and sentenced her to buy drinks for everyone after the show.

 

Ronda Rousey was not happy with my decision to put Natayla over in their match. In 3 words.. I don't care. I'm not a big fan of Ronda, never have been, never will be. I agree she gives us star power, but she's not irreplaceable. Maybe if I liked her, I would have kept her stronger, but Nattie deserves a legit shot. I'm not saying she'll win the belt, but she's definitely in the mix. Besides, it's quite possible I have other plans for Ronda. Either way, if she comes into my office like that again after the show, she might be looking for a new job.

 

I signed several wrestlers this week, most of who were released from WWE NXT: Dakota Kai, Bianca Blair, Tegan Nox, Kairi Sane, Jordynne Grace, and Lacey Evans. I am in talks with Miss Del Ray about starting a developmental brand, as all of those workers could be a big part of it.

 

I am also looking to sign a backstage interviewer, and I've got my eye on another former WWE member. I'd like to keep Renee Young and Lita together in the broadcast booth, as Lita is not near as good as Renee, and when Renee does interviews and leaves Lita in the booth by herself, segments tend to suffer.

 

Well, that looks to be it for this week. Time to get ready and start planning next weeks show!

[sportsfanmas]

WWE Evolution, Week 3, August 2018 Preview

 

A heavy week this week, as we have 6 matches schedule. The semifinals of the WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament are set to take place, with Mickie James taking on Carmella and Nia Jax taking on Lana.

 

Also, as Natayla has a bye into the finals of the WWE Evolution World Title Tournament, the only semifinal will see Becky Lynch taking on Alexa Bliss.

 

In addition, new WWE Evolution General Manager Gail Kim has announced 3 Money in the Bank Qualifying Matches for this show: Bayley vs. Naomi, Ronda Rousey vs. Tamina, and Sarah Logan vs. Ember Moon. The winners of those 3 matches will make up half the field for the Money in the Bank match set to take place at WWE Evolution Money in the Bank in just under 2 weeks.

 

Also, Gail Kim will have an announcement to make regarding the qualifying matches for Charlotte Flair and Sasha Banks next week. Will the 2 be able to restrain themselves this week? We'll see. Tune in for another action packed edition of WWE Evolution.

 

Match Card

 

WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Semifinal Match

Becky Lynch vs. Alexa Bliss

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WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Semifinal Match

Mickie James vs. Carmella

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WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Semifinal Match

Nia Jax vs. Lana

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Money in the Bank Qualifying Match

Bayley vs. Naomi

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Money in the Bank Qualifying Match

Ronda Rousey vs. Tamina

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Money in the Bank Qualifying Match

Sarah Logan vs. Ember Moon

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I will be running this card tomorrow, either late morning or early afternoon, so you have about 24 hours to get your predictions in.

[sportsfanmas]

I'm giving everyone 24 extra hours to get predictions in. We've had more storms in the area that are supposed to resume today, and I'm not taking any chances. I will resume tomorrow as things will hopefully be cleared up. Thanks to the 2 that are part of the prediction contest so far, I hope more join!

[Rhyme1234]

<p>WWE Evolution World Title Tournament Semifinal Match</p><p>

<strong>Becky Lynch</strong> vs. Alexa Bliss</p><p>

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WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Semifinal Match</p><p>

Mickie James vs. <strong>Carmella</strong></p><p>

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WWE Evolution Television Title Tournament Semifinal Match</p><p>

Nia Jax vs. <strong>Lana</strong></p><p>

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Money in the Bank Qualifying Match</p><p>

<strong>Bayley</strong> vs. Naomi</p><p>

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Money in the Bank Qualifying Match</p><p>

<strong>Ronda Rousey</strong> vs. Tamina</p><p>

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Money in the Bank Qualifying Match</p><p>

Sarah Logan vs. <strong>Ember Moon</strong></p><p>

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[sportsfanmas]

Last chance for predictions, I will be running the next show inT minus 2 hours! Actually in about an hour and a half. So if you want to predict, get them in.