Archive for January, 2010
The Hulkster didn’t pull any punches when he recently said that TNA Knockout Lacey Von Erich can’t work(which basically means her in ring skills suck), but Eric Bishoff was quick to say that they would “teach her how to work” and that they liked her look. I tend to agree that she’s got the look for sure!
The run of jokes at the expense of WWE diva Mickie James continues as this week Michelle McCool took on a pig nosed, larged up but wearing the exact same clothing as James usually does Layla(that was a mouthful).
WWE Diva Maria Kanellis is known for her “natural” beauty and boy are they looking both natural and beautiful. BTW she’s at the 3d showing of Avatar.
We find Lacey Von Erich’s wrestling to be pretty average, but her looks more than make up for it. Fans were happy when she appeared on the Sirius Channel 98’s “Right after wrestling.” Here’s the info:
- Lacey talks about a funny story about how a Spin Cycle episode with her and Kevin Nash had to be cancelled due to too much raunchy talk
- Her thoughts on TNA’s rehash of the Montreal screwjob and locker room reaction, and doing what the writers tell her. “It’s only my job”
- Growing up as a von Erich and swearing off wrestling after her father’s death until she got a call to become a WWE Diva, and her young boy being the reason she left the juggernaut to join TNA
- Being valedictorian of her high school and owning her own advertising agency
- Context behind “I don’t want to know that you’re currently taking a dump and then what you’re going to eat for lunch”
TNA Knockout Roxxi had a new interview posted on her website, and she seems really down to earth. Roxxi(real name Nicole Raczynski) talks about her injury, and her great relationship with TNA. Seems that there are several TNA Knockouts who value working as womens wrestlers with the company.
01) What are the details of your injury- how did it happen, how long roughly will you be out of action for?
At the end of my match on New Years Eve vs Hamada we kind of lost balance and me foot decided to go and opposite way then my leg. I felt a couple of pops and knew I broke something. Turns out it was my leg/ankle in 2 different places. Not sure how long I’ll be out of action. I’m hoping maybe another month tops.
02) Now with a new mix of Knockouts coming in the New Year, who would you like to take on?
I would love to have a match with any of the girls. There is such a different array of talent I couldn’t pick just one.
03) Where do you see yourself at the end of 2010? This can be wrestling wise or out of the ring.
Unfortunately I never plan that far in advice. You can never predict where life is going to take you. In good health would make me happiest. Lol
04) One of our pet peeves is when Mike Tenay calls the spinebuster move the Voodoo Drop. Would you be open to suggestions for what the spinebuster can be called so Tenay gets his facts right?!
Truth be told my finishing move is called the barbie crusher. Lol. I guess nobody liked that name lol.
05) What is the extent to your relationship with TNA now you’re back on our screens?
My relationship with TNA has always been a good one even through my release. Right now they check in on me weekly to see how my recovery is going. Its more than you would expect from a 9-5 company job!
WWE will be working a new scripted television show, entitled “The Santino Marella Sitcom” and starrion Santino Marella. What’s more interesting is that Former WWE Women’s wrestling champion Beth Phoenix will be a co-star on the show.
Fans will remember that the two dominated Raw during 2008 and 2009, and with that in mind Beth will play Santino’s girlfriend on the show. Could this be the start of several new WWE series shows with Divas in them. Hope so.
Got a press release from Wrestlicious, a new Women’s wrestling promotion.
LAS VEGAS, January 25, 2010–Wrestlicious LLC announced today that Wrestlicious TakeDown will be syndicated nationally via America One. (http://americaone.com)
Wrestlicious TakeDown is the brainchild of Jay Vargas, who became the youngest Powerball winner in history when he won 35.3 million at the age of 19. Other producers on TakeDown are former G.L.O.W.-(Gorgeous Ladies Of Wrestling) executives Steve Blance and Johnny Cafarella. Legendary wrestling manager Jimmy “Mouth Of The South” Hart is a consulting producer on the series.
TakeDown will air Saturday evenings at 11:30 PM ET on America One affiliates beginning on Saturday, March 6th, 2010. America One programming is seen in over 60% of the United States and Puerto Rico via 155 major network and independent broadcast stations and regional sports networks. AmericanOne and Wrestlicious LLC have signed a one year deal for TakeDown.
“America One Television is thrilled to have Wrestlicious as an exciting and vital addition to our prime time sports and entertainment lineup” stated Robb Hudspeth, Program Director at America One Network. “Our viewers have been hungry for quality wrestling and Wrestlicious TakeDown is the perfect treat to satisfy!”
Many top-rated female wrestlers will be featured on Wreslticious TakeDown, including 17 (or 33%) of the 2009 Pro Wrestling Illustrated (PWI) “Female 50”. That number may increase soon, as Wrestlicious is currently in negotiations with recently released TNA Knockouts.
In a separate syndication deal announced last week, Takedown has cleared 15 U.S. markets including Little Rock and Memphis and top 10 DMA’s Atlanta (8) and Dallas (5). More clearances, including at least two more top 10 DMAs) are expected this week. Takedown is being marketed at the 2010 NAPTE (National Association Of Television Program Executives) convention being held January 25-27 in Las Vegas.
“America One has a rich history of wrestling, with ECW, NWA and others airing on the network in the past. We are proud to be part of this great tradition and to expand our broadcast platform of Wrestlicious TakeDown with America One” said Cafarella. “It’s very exciting and gratifying for us to see such a tremendous response to our initial offering of our action/comedy based brand”
Wrestlicious previously announced cable television deals in the U.S. and Canada with MavTV and Bite TV respectively. TakeDown premieres Monday, March 1 at 11 PM ET on both cable networks.
LAS VEGAS, January 25, 2010–Wrestlicious LLC announced today that Wrestlicious TakeDown will be syndicated nationally via America One. (http://americaone.com)
Wrestlicious TakeDown is the brainchild of Jay Vargas, who became the youngest Powerball winner in history when he won 35.3 million at the age of 19. Other producers on TakeDown are former G.L.O.W.-(Gorgeous Ladies Of Wrestling) executives Steve Blance and Johnny Cafarella. Legendary wrestling manager Jimmy “Mouth Of The South” Hart is a consulting producer on the series.
TakeDown will air Saturday evenings at 11:30 PM ET on America One affiliates beginning on Saturday, March 6th, 2010. America One programming is seen in over 60% of the United States and Puerto Rico via 155 major network and independent broadcast stations and regional sports networks. AmericanOne and Wrestlicious LLC have signed a one year deal for TakeDown.
“America One Television is thrilled to have Wrestlicious as an exciting and vital addition to our prime time sports and entertainment lineup” stated Robb Hudspeth, Program Director at America One Network. “Our viewers have been hungry for quality wrestling and Wrestlicious TakeDown is the perfect treat to satisfy!”
Many top-rated female wrestlers will be featured on Wreslticious TakeDown, including 17 (or 33%) of the 2009 Pro Wrestling Illustrated (PWI) “Female 50”. That number may increase soon, as Wrestlicious is currently in negotiations with recently released TNA Knockouts.
In a separate syndication deal announced last week, Takedown has cleared 15 U.S. markets including Little Rock and Memphis and top 10 DMA’s Atlanta (8) and Dallas (5). More clearances, including at least two more top 10 DMAs) are expected this week. Takedown is being marketed at the 2010 NAPTE (National Association Of Television Program Executives) convention being held January 25-27 in Las Vegas.
“America One has a rich history of wrestling, with ECW, NWA and others airing on the network in the past. We are proud to be part of this great tradition and to expand our broadcast platform of Wrestlicious TakeDown with America One” said Cafarella. “It’s very exciting and gratifying for us to see such a tremendous response to our initial offering of our action/comedy based brand”
Wrestlicious previously announced cable television deals in the U.S. and Canada with MavTV and Bite TV respectively. TakeDown premieres Monday, March 1 at 11 PM ET on both cable networks.
Former WWE Diva and TNA Knockout Tara was recently featured on Louisville Life on Kentucky Education Television. It’s not the greatest promo but it does talk about her time with WWE and shows some clips from Impact.
Just a quick post to let fans of Maryse know that the diva has returned the sparkle to her teeth. She spent her recent birthday getting three previously broken teeth repaired. Strange way to spend a birthday.
