2011 is here and what better way to start off than finishing up the hXc tournament, Jade vs. Dillinger 2 for the Shoot Championship, and Vyper having his first Midwest Championship defense. It's all here at Groundhog Slay 2011.
Fuel 38 – October 8th, 2010 – WMW Arena, Cleveland, Ohio
Tim Tyler vs. Divion Sadistic
Hiawatha vs. John Bundy
Xavier Langston vs. El Oso
Heartlands Championship
Boris Drago (c) vs. Bob Wire
Eric Dillinger was voted Fighter of the Week after successfully defeating Jasmine Lucky in the Lions’ Den, to earn himself a title shot against Jade and her Shoot Championship at El Dia de los Muertos 2010.
In the Leaderboard this week, the reigning Great Lakes Champion and 1/2 of the Midwest Tag League Champions, Kronin moved into the lead with 7 points.
It’s being reported that company officials have decided not to produce this week’s show under the Graveyard Shift name, and instead, produce the show as an episode of Fuel. It will be Fuel 37, and will air exclusively on YouTube, as all Fuel episodes do.
There is suggestion that a deal between WMW and ESN was not met in time to prepare for a full broadcast, so they’ll be airing a shortened broadcast under the Fuel name.
There is no change in air date or times for the live taping from WMW Arena this Friday.
This Friday’s edition of WMW Graveyard Shift 131 has been postponed until Friday, October 1st, due to building repairs. All tickets purchased for tomorrow’s event will be good for the following Friday.
Graveyard Shift 131 – September 24th, 2010 – WMW Arena, Cleveland, Ohio
Matrix vs. Zana Knight
Harry Cockles vs. Marty Poppins
Heartlands Championship #1 Contenders Match
Dasha vs. Angel of Death
Shoot Championship #1 Contenders Match
Eric Dillinger vs. Jasmine Lucky
Midwest Tag League Championship
Revolution (c) vs. The Inquisition
Kronin was named this week’s Fighter of the Week after his successful Great Lakes Championship defense against AWS Man (also known as Bill) at Burn 2010.
In the Leaderboard this week, the new Heartlands Champion, Boris Drago pulled a huge 4.5 in this week’s rankings, putting him into the top spot. Drago was the only challenger who successfully defeated the Champion at Burn 2010.
During the final 60 seconds of Burn 2010 on ESN, Brad Johnson made an announcement that shook the city of Cleveland.
[As the shot opens in the back, Brad Johnson sits behind his desk. Next to him is a candle.]
Brad Johnson – I wanted to take a moment to thank Ben Cash and Jordan Keyser of ESN for giving us this opportunity tonight. Only time will tell how successful tonight’s event was, but the overall vibe backstage and in the arena by this crowd is the reasoning enough we needed to make our next decision. For months, we have been working out issues we felt were detrimental to our existence with our current network, Sportstime Ohio. As of last night, those negotiations continued. But sometimes, you’ve got to go with your gut. You’ve got to understand that things happen for a reason. And, when every door closes, another opens.
[He holds up a stack of papers.]
Brad Johnson – Tonight, we are closing a door. We have seen tonight what our fans want, and what we want. And that is to move forward into a direction we are confident in. For the last two years, our relationship with Sportstime Ohio benefited both sides. But it is obvious that our relationship has grown stale. We are no longer wanted by STO, and we no longer feel they are the best fit for us.
[He grabs a lighter and lights the candle.]
Brad Johnson – This is our contract with STO. We have fulfilled all of our obligations and with that, we say good bye.
[He lights the contract on fire. The contract begins to burn and burn and burn. The camera goes closer to the flames and the scene fades to black.]
What this means for future broadcasts of Wrestling Midwest programming, no one is sure. There is a break in the schedule until September 24th, when Graveyard Shift 131 will pick back up. But, without a network, the future of that show is in question.
The Ace Superior Champion and one half of the MTLC’s #1 Contenders, Father Nathan continues on his rampage through the roster. He was voted this month’s Fighter of the Month after earning 10 points in the Burn 2010 Leaderboard session.
Jade sat down with Dave Deacon of ESN’s Deacon’s Law yesterday to promote Burn 2010. You can view the full transcript here: http://wrestlingmidwest.com/esn/radio.php
Burn 2010 – September 12th, 2010 – Mall B, Cleveland, Ohio
Thomas Kilik vs. The Angel of Death
BBW vs. Shank and Tim Tyler
Arick Wills vs. Dasha
Eric Dillinger vs Marty Poppins
Jasmine Lucky vs. Matrix
Heartlands Championship
Gras-Dawg (c) vs. Banes vs. Drago
Ace Superior Championship
Father Nathan (c) vs. Scott Vyper
Shoot Championship
Jade (c) vs. Ryven
Great Lakes Championship
Kronin (c) vs. AWS Man (also known as Bill)
In the Leaderboard this week, Ace Superior Champion Father Nathan remained at the top spot while the rest of the competition fell.
Black Friar and Father Nathan, also known as the Inquisition, have been named this week’s Fighters of the Week for the second week in a row. They won the MTL4 tournament and will face Revolution at GS131.
In the last show before Burn 2010, a lot of loose ends are being brought together: MTL4 will end, The Shoot Champion (and her challenger) will be weighed-in, and a #1 Contender for the Heartlands and Ace Superior Championship will be had. Here’s the official card:
GS130 – September 3rd, 2010 – WMW Arena in Cleveland, Ohio
Main Card
The Celestial Avatars vs. The Inquisition – MTL4 Finals
Tyson Banes vs. Boris Drago – HLC #1 Contenders Match
BBW vs. The Foxxy Grandpas
The Lucky Ones and Masina vs. Matrix and the Zombie Union
AWS Man vs. Josh Briskout
Hecate vs. Scott Vyper – ASC #1 Contenders Match
In the Leaderboard this week, Arick Wills dropped to the third spot. His opponent this week, Gras-Dawg tied with Father Nathan to overtake the top spot.
Black Friar and Father Nathan, also known as the Inquisition, have been named this week’s Fighters of the Week after advancing in the MTL4 tournament at GS129.
This Friday night, Wrestling Midwest and Sportstime Ohio present Graveyard Shift 129.
Main Card
Tyson Banes vs. Thomas Kilik
Boris Drago vs. The Angel of Death
MTL4
The Celestial Avatars vs. The Foxxy Grandpas
The Inquisition vs. Vyper/Umbrage
In the Leaderboard this week, Arick Wills remained on top, and officially claiming himself to be the ‘King of the Leaderboard’.
Tyson Banes has been named this week’s Fighter of the Week after his defeat over Jordan Keyser at GS128.