Post by PoisonousAnchovie on Dec 18, 2011 13:02:04 GMT -6
NAPW(North American Pro Wrestling) decked the halls of the Elburn Community Center in Elburn, IL last Saturday evening (12/17). The fans were able to be jolly as a steel cage match main evented the holiday extravaganza. Former TNA Legend Sharkboy greeted fans before the opening bell for autographs and posed photos. The local pizza joint sold its tasty pizza by the slice. Someone in the NAPW office needs to provide the name of the establishment. This was the third show in Elburn and the crowd keeps getting larger a trickle at a time. A pat on the back to all the wrestlers and management involved. Where 2011 finishes, hopefully 2012 will be brighter.
Ring announcer Frankie Valdez opened the evening with introductions of NAPW senior official Johnny Swift and Erin Getch. Minor disappointed moans for Orlando's own Seymour Butts not making it to referee. Hope Mr. Butts will be behind the striped shirt in January.
1. Alex Bernadino & Anthony Antonelli vs Youth Gone Wild (Matt Craven & Tom Heisman)
The flashy young NAPW rookies of Bernadino and Antonelli vs the amazing former PCW tag champions Youth Gone Wild. Chaos from the beginning with arm locks, wrist locks and multiple quick tags by both teams. Antonelli found himself on the receiving end of punishment. The experienced YGW took control and dominated. The younger fans whooped it up at ringside as both fan favorite teams received praises. A double clothesline between Antonelli and YGW's Craven allowed the Italian star in Antonelli to finally make that important tag. Bernadino soared into the ring to take on both members of YGW. All four men ended up battling until a lucky pin was scored by Craven.
Winners: Youth Gone Wild
2. "Irish" Andy Anderson vs "The Difference" Joey Rose
The Irishman held up the bout by refusing to surrender his steel chain to the official. The cocky veteran then slaps the taste out of the younger Rose's mouth. Joey took the initiative and opened the contest with two pounding bodyslams, heavy chops in the corner and a wild clothesline. Anderson rolled to the floor to regain his second wind. Rose leaped on Ireland's loyal son and a mealy began on the floor. Chants of "Joey!", "Joey!" echoed throughout the venue.
As the action found its way back into the ring, the sneaky Irishman used the classic rope burn to rake Joey's eyes. "Texas" Pete waltzed down to ringside to show support and encourage his new partner Anderson. The veteran clearly held the upper hand at this portion of the bout. Joey's last minute effort to bring up his knees saved him from jaws of defeat as Anderson made a leap attempt onto his fallen adversary. Joey was back in business clobbering the Irishman until Pete distracted the ref at ringside. Anderson grabbed his steel chain and waffled the top of Joey's skull. Easy three count for Guinness drinker from Ireland.
Winner: "Irish" Andy Anderson
*Nice ovation after the match for Joey who gave one of his best outings. Rose was in the match the whole time and displayed a lot of initiative. In the past he was mostly defense. Good to see more offense. Keep up the good work.
3. Aaron Xavier, Jack Carpenter & Camron Jacobs vs Tederick Tower, Barry Ryte & "Speedy" Chris Kender
A Texas tornado from the opening bell as all six men scrambled in-n-out of the ringside area. Tower caught Carpenter with a rough boot dead center in the ring. The Jacobs team turned things around as Tower was trapped to take punishment. Hard stomps by Jacobs and triple-teaming kept Tower down. A huge tag was finally scored and Barry Ryte electrified the rec center. The fans counted to ten as each member of Ryte's team cornered an opponent to land punches. Half the action spilled onto the floor. The cocky Jacobs attempted a double DDT on Ryte and Tower to only end up backfiring. Ryte leaped off Tower's broad shoulders to splash and pin Jacobs.
Winners: Tederick Tower, Barry Ryte & "Speedy" Chris Kender
*************************Intermission*****************
The NAPW stars signed autographs at ringside as the younger fans flooded the ring. My niece and nephew along with almost 30 kids had a blast meeting the talent and bouncing in the ring. Hats off for NAPW to provide these kids with a huge memorable moment.
4. "The Love Machine" Matt Longtime vs "The All-American"/"The Massive Mountain" Michael Mack.
The popular Mack was not at 100% with an injured knee. Longtime used stall tactics to frustrate the beefy "All-American." Once they locked up, "The Massive Mountain" displayed his true strength by shoving back Longtime. Mack jammed his knee early on attempting to bounce off the ropes. "The Love Machine" worked on the injured knee. An attempted suplex almost cost Mack the match as his knee gave out. A superkick by Longtime finally put down the "All-American."
Winner: "The Love Machine" Matt Longtime.
*Michael Mack told me after the show that he may require knee surgery and could miss up to three months in action. Whatever happens, the NAPW fans wish Mack a healthy and speedy recovery.
5. Derek St. Holmes, Esq. vs Pauly Thomaselli
Two tough veterans gave the fans a great contest. A lot of technical moves and mat action early on in the bout. The streaking hot Thomaselli, who has been on a role as of late, controlled Derek with a tight arm lock. Holmes fought back with hard shots of his own to even up the match. Pauly would gain a tap out victory using a sweet version of the original Indian death lock.
Winner: Paul Thomaselli
6. To Crown the NAPW World Champion: "The Strangler" Diego Corleone vs TNA Legend Sharkboy
Sharkboy was escorted to ringside by his new manage the gorgeous Queen Baby. "The Strangler" lead off with an armlock only to be reversed by the superstar from the deep. Sharkboy dished out heavy chops to Corleone's chest in the corner. A leap off the ropes by Diego misfired as he was caught into an atomic drop. The fans roared in approval as classic Sharkboy took a chunk of "the Strangler's" rump. Diego bounced back by whipping the knee of Sharkboy into the corner post. Corleone continued to make threats to Queen Baby throughout the contest.
"The Strangler" rolled up Sharky for the fatal pinfall with both his feet on the rope. Queen Baby flipped Corleone's feet off the ropes breaking up the cover. Sharkboy, out of anger, grabbed the noose belonging to Corleone only to be confronted by the official. Corleone grabbed the opening to place Sharkboy in a tombstone that would make the Undertaker smirk.
Winner: New NAPW World Champion "The Strangler" Diego Corleone.
*"The Strangler" held up his new championship and asked if anyone was ready to step up to the plate. Pauly Thomaselli burst through the curtains to signal that he wants to be next.
7. Main Event/Steel Cage Match: Texas Pete vs "Reckless"Jay Kross
The former CLPW tag champions and best friends have been feuding for months. The match began on the outside with the larger and stronger Kross in hot pursuit of his ex-partner. They both wiped out while tripping on the floor mats. Kross scooped up Pete and tossed him inside the ring. Cage door slammed shut and bell sounded. Pete gets sling-shoted into the cage. Several failed attempts by Pete to escape the cage. Kross dominated early on until a low blow floored him. Pete makes it to the door but Kross grabs onto his ankle. Kross rallies back tackling Pete into the cage. Unfortunately one big tackle was by the door spilling Pete to the floor and the "'W."
Winner: Texas Pete
* "Irish" Andy Anderson returned to ringside to assist Pete in a Kross beat down. Joey Rose flew down to make the save for Kross. Senior Official Johnny Swift announced a match for NAPW's next show in Elburn on January 28th, 2012. Rose and Kross vs Anderson & Pete in a steel cage with Anderson's chain being used to keep the door locked.
-Check the upcoming show section of the CPW website or go to www.naprowrestling.com for upcoming details.
-Sharkboy is interested big time in returning to NAPW action. Fans can voice to NAPW administration by leaving comments or e-mails asking NAPW to bring back the cult hero.
-Look for my newest interview with rookie Anthony Antonelli in the chicago pro section of this website. Hope to have it up by the holidays.
-Happy Holidays to all the NAPW fans, wrestlers and staff. Let's make 2012 a success!
Ring announcer Frankie Valdez opened the evening with introductions of NAPW senior official Johnny Swift and Erin Getch. Minor disappointed moans for Orlando's own Seymour Butts not making it to referee. Hope Mr. Butts will be behind the striped shirt in January.
1. Alex Bernadino & Anthony Antonelli vs Youth Gone Wild (Matt Craven & Tom Heisman)
The flashy young NAPW rookies of Bernadino and Antonelli vs the amazing former PCW tag champions Youth Gone Wild. Chaos from the beginning with arm locks, wrist locks and multiple quick tags by both teams. Antonelli found himself on the receiving end of punishment. The experienced YGW took control and dominated. The younger fans whooped it up at ringside as both fan favorite teams received praises. A double clothesline between Antonelli and YGW's Craven allowed the Italian star in Antonelli to finally make that important tag. Bernadino soared into the ring to take on both members of YGW. All four men ended up battling until a lucky pin was scored by Craven.
Winners: Youth Gone Wild
2. "Irish" Andy Anderson vs "The Difference" Joey Rose
The Irishman held up the bout by refusing to surrender his steel chain to the official. The cocky veteran then slaps the taste out of the younger Rose's mouth. Joey took the initiative and opened the contest with two pounding bodyslams, heavy chops in the corner and a wild clothesline. Anderson rolled to the floor to regain his second wind. Rose leaped on Ireland's loyal son and a mealy began on the floor. Chants of "Joey!", "Joey!" echoed throughout the venue.
As the action found its way back into the ring, the sneaky Irishman used the classic rope burn to rake Joey's eyes. "Texas" Pete waltzed down to ringside to show support and encourage his new partner Anderson. The veteran clearly held the upper hand at this portion of the bout. Joey's last minute effort to bring up his knees saved him from jaws of defeat as Anderson made a leap attempt onto his fallen adversary. Joey was back in business clobbering the Irishman until Pete distracted the ref at ringside. Anderson grabbed his steel chain and waffled the top of Joey's skull. Easy three count for Guinness drinker from Ireland.
Winner: "Irish" Andy Anderson
*Nice ovation after the match for Joey who gave one of his best outings. Rose was in the match the whole time and displayed a lot of initiative. In the past he was mostly defense. Good to see more offense. Keep up the good work.
3. Aaron Xavier, Jack Carpenter & Camron Jacobs vs Tederick Tower, Barry Ryte & "Speedy" Chris Kender
A Texas tornado from the opening bell as all six men scrambled in-n-out of the ringside area. Tower caught Carpenter with a rough boot dead center in the ring. The Jacobs team turned things around as Tower was trapped to take punishment. Hard stomps by Jacobs and triple-teaming kept Tower down. A huge tag was finally scored and Barry Ryte electrified the rec center. The fans counted to ten as each member of Ryte's team cornered an opponent to land punches. Half the action spilled onto the floor. The cocky Jacobs attempted a double DDT on Ryte and Tower to only end up backfiring. Ryte leaped off Tower's broad shoulders to splash and pin Jacobs.
Winners: Tederick Tower, Barry Ryte & "Speedy" Chris Kender
*************************Intermission*****************
The NAPW stars signed autographs at ringside as the younger fans flooded the ring. My niece and nephew along with almost 30 kids had a blast meeting the talent and bouncing in the ring. Hats off for NAPW to provide these kids with a huge memorable moment.
4. "The Love Machine" Matt Longtime vs "The All-American"/"The Massive Mountain" Michael Mack.
The popular Mack was not at 100% with an injured knee. Longtime used stall tactics to frustrate the beefy "All-American." Once they locked up, "The Massive Mountain" displayed his true strength by shoving back Longtime. Mack jammed his knee early on attempting to bounce off the ropes. "The Love Machine" worked on the injured knee. An attempted suplex almost cost Mack the match as his knee gave out. A superkick by Longtime finally put down the "All-American."
Winner: "The Love Machine" Matt Longtime.
*Michael Mack told me after the show that he may require knee surgery and could miss up to three months in action. Whatever happens, the NAPW fans wish Mack a healthy and speedy recovery.
5. Derek St. Holmes, Esq. vs Pauly Thomaselli
Two tough veterans gave the fans a great contest. A lot of technical moves and mat action early on in the bout. The streaking hot Thomaselli, who has been on a role as of late, controlled Derek with a tight arm lock. Holmes fought back with hard shots of his own to even up the match. Pauly would gain a tap out victory using a sweet version of the original Indian death lock.
Winner: Paul Thomaselli
6. To Crown the NAPW World Champion: "The Strangler" Diego Corleone vs TNA Legend Sharkboy
Sharkboy was escorted to ringside by his new manage the gorgeous Queen Baby. "The Strangler" lead off with an armlock only to be reversed by the superstar from the deep. Sharkboy dished out heavy chops to Corleone's chest in the corner. A leap off the ropes by Diego misfired as he was caught into an atomic drop. The fans roared in approval as classic Sharkboy took a chunk of "the Strangler's" rump. Diego bounced back by whipping the knee of Sharkboy into the corner post. Corleone continued to make threats to Queen Baby throughout the contest.
"The Strangler" rolled up Sharky for the fatal pinfall with both his feet on the rope. Queen Baby flipped Corleone's feet off the ropes breaking up the cover. Sharkboy, out of anger, grabbed the noose belonging to Corleone only to be confronted by the official. Corleone grabbed the opening to place Sharkboy in a tombstone that would make the Undertaker smirk.
Winner: New NAPW World Champion "The Strangler" Diego Corleone.
*"The Strangler" held up his new championship and asked if anyone was ready to step up to the plate. Pauly Thomaselli burst through the curtains to signal that he wants to be next.
7. Main Event/Steel Cage Match: Texas Pete vs "Reckless"Jay Kross
The former CLPW tag champions and best friends have been feuding for months. The match began on the outside with the larger and stronger Kross in hot pursuit of his ex-partner. They both wiped out while tripping on the floor mats. Kross scooped up Pete and tossed him inside the ring. Cage door slammed shut and bell sounded. Pete gets sling-shoted into the cage. Several failed attempts by Pete to escape the cage. Kross dominated early on until a low blow floored him. Pete makes it to the door but Kross grabs onto his ankle. Kross rallies back tackling Pete into the cage. Unfortunately one big tackle was by the door spilling Pete to the floor and the "'W."
Winner: Texas Pete
* "Irish" Andy Anderson returned to ringside to assist Pete in a Kross beat down. Joey Rose flew down to make the save for Kross. Senior Official Johnny Swift announced a match for NAPW's next show in Elburn on January 28th, 2012. Rose and Kross vs Anderson & Pete in a steel cage with Anderson's chain being used to keep the door locked.
-Check the upcoming show section of the CPW website or go to www.naprowrestling.com for upcoming details.
-Sharkboy is interested big time in returning to NAPW action. Fans can voice to NAPW administration by leaving comments or e-mails asking NAPW to bring back the cult hero.
-Look for my newest interview with rookie Anthony Antonelli in the chicago pro section of this website. Hope to have it up by the holidays.
-Happy Holidays to all the NAPW fans, wrestlers and staff. Let's make 2012 a success!
