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Post by tobihope on May 30, 2008 8:22:36 GMT -6
"DIEHARD 4EVER - A Tribute to Steve Szoke" will be held on June 14th at the Lincoln (IL) College Gym. Doors will open at 1:30 pm with a 2 pm bell time.
This show is a memorial event for the life and career of our friend, "Die Hard" Steve Szoke (also known to many as "Botch"). This is a FREE show that is not affiliated with any one promotion.
Steve is an alumnus of Lincoln Christian College (1998) and still has many friends in the area. He had also wrestled numerous times at the Lincoln College gym, making lifelong fans along the way. This event is a chance for friends, family, fans and wrestlers alike to to celebrate Steve in one of the best ways possible - a card dedicated solely to his memory.
Confirmed to appear: Prince Ali, Tony Rican, The Great Malaki, Fuzion, Kyle Rich, Jason Hades, Ego Fantastico, Dancin' Machine, Eric Ruffington, The Kent Boys, Roach, Machine, Tristin Hayze, Brandon Blaze, Mississippi Madman, KC Jackson and Gilbert Lewis.
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Post by tobihope on May 30, 2008 8:32:01 GMT -6
One thing Steve did try and teach me was to be more open-minded and accepting of all promotions. He always pointed out that no one promotion is perfect and that everybody involved had the same love and passion for the business that he and I did. It's horrible to say, but I did carry an elitist attitude for awhile and it took Steve's passing for me to get what he was saying. Even though he is gone, he is still teaching.
That's why I won't be running this show under any one promotion's banner. I want anybody and everybody who knew Steve and appreciated this wonderful man like I and so many others have the opportunity to contribute to this event. Please e-mail me, PM me thru the board, call or text me if you would like to be a part of this special afternoon.
I scheduled the show for 2 pm so it wouldn't be in conflict with any other shows scheduled that evening (in particular NGW). And yes - the gym is air conditioned. :-)
It was also important for me to do this as a FREE show. This is not a benefit - it's a memorial and celebration. It's a horrible thing to say but there will shows done out there in Steve's name that will used in hopes of making a profit. This show will not be one of those - Steve deserves better than that.
I would like to give special credit to C.Red for coming up with the name "DIEHARD 4EVER". I admit I'm blatantly ripping off the name of his recent radio show for this event (what can I say - it's a cool name).
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Post by Rerun World Hwt Champ of Love on May 30, 2008 8:36:15 GMT -6
It was also important for me to do this as a FREE show. This is not a benefit - it's a memorial and celebration. Classy. |
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Post by Chief Luzano on May 30, 2008 10:13:09 GMT -6
I know that you just announced the show right now, but please do post what talent will be appearing once you know for sure. I am sure that we will see a show with such a mix of guys that we wouldn't normally get to see which definitely excites me.
And I agree about it being a free show, very classy.
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Post by tobihope on May 30, 2008 14:44:12 GMT -6
I know that you just announced the show right now, but please do post what talent will be appearing once you know for sure. I am sure that we will see a show with such a mix of guys that we wouldn't normally get to see which definitely excites me. And I agree about it being a free show, very classy. Thank you and Rerun both for the kind words. I will update the original thread w/ names of talent and promotions who have confirmed to being part of this special show in honor of this special man. |
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Post by tobihope on Jun 3, 2008 19:04:42 GMT -6
I know it's rare for one to go public with any problems that arise in the planning of a show, but this is a special show and I need some MAJOR help:
The promotion I was going to rent a ring from for the 6/14 memorial show for Steve just informed me today they are not going to be able to do it. If there is anybody who can help me out with this - you have no idea how I'd appreciate it. I can't let this stop me from putting together this show. PM me, e-mail me, call me, text me - anything!
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Post by tobihope on Jun 5, 2008 19:42:51 GMT -6
Ring problem solved. A HUGE "thank you" to all the guys who got in contact with me offering their help - it was very much appreciated!
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Post by tobihope on Jun 9, 2008 9:28:25 GMT -6
1st match is set: Prince Ali vs. Ego Fantastico
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Post by bill on Jun 11, 2008 10:11:37 GMT -6
This is a very classy thing you are doing Tobi. Steve was a great and wonderful guy. Thanks for paying tribute to him in such a great way.
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Post by tobihope on Jun 13, 2008 13:44:44 GMT -6
Just added: "The Cowboys From Hell" (Machine & Tristin Hayze) vs. The Kent Boys
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Post by Fuzion on Jun 13, 2008 19:05:35 GMT -6
Tomarrow should be a great time. And it's for FREE!!
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Post by hayze on Jun 14, 2008 10:04:59 GMT -6
Lincoln College
300 Keokuk St
Lincoln, IL 62656
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