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LankyLefty17
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Warriorversary 4 Sept/Oct 2022 Sept 19, 2022 16:29:44 GMT -8

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Post by LankyLefty17 on Sept 19, 2022 16:29:44 GMT -8

Press Conference

After a brief hiatus, Warrior Pro Wrestling finally announced its 4th annual anniversary show: Warriorversary will be held Sunday October 9th at 8am PT. Owner Tank McDaniel, who has stepped back from the day to day operations this past year, made a rare appearance at the press conference to promote the companies biggest show, and announce the marquee match-ups. Here are some of the highlights:

On whether he sees himself wrestling at this years show...

Hell yes I do. My nephew mentioned it in an interview a few weeks back- but I still got a couple miles in these legs and I intend to use them. I’ve extended a challenge to a legend I’ve somehow never shared a ring with, but deeply respect. Felix Santana Sr- before you and I hang up our boots, you have to do me the honor of battle. Bring the whole family with you if you want, but you have to be as curious as I am to see who would win in a fight.

On what matches have been confirmed...

All Warrior Pro championships will be on the line. As a special treat, I’ve also worked out a deal with Dragon Fire Japan Pro Wrestling- we will be featuring a Heavyweight Championship fight as well as a special cross promotional match.

The WARRIORVERSARY 4 Card as it stands:

Red Masterson vs Koji Tanaka (Dragon Fire Japan)
Tank McDaniel vs Felix Santana Sr (TIPWF)
Warrior Pro Women’s Title: Lizzy Jet (c) vs TBD
Dragon Fire Heavyweight Title: Aoki (c) vs Hideki Nomo
Warrior Pro Tag Team Title: Gears of War (c) vs TBD
Warrior Pro World Heavyweight Title: Doc Wyatt (c) vs Brick Casey

We have several other matches in the works as well- the hope is the full card will be finalized by this weekend.

On injury updates...

This has been a rough year for guys going down. But at this moment, I would say the only contracted wrestler who for sure cannot be booked due to injury would be Rampage Hunter. That quad tear was pretty nasty- but I think you all will be pleasantly surprised with some announced returns at Warrior Grounds later this week.

On the date/card for Warrior Grounds #34

Last stop before Warriorversary will be this Wednesday- we’ll flush out our remaining contenders for the Women and Tag belts, plus hear from Doc Wyatt and a returning John Logan. The full card:

Byron Worthy vs Tommy Masshole
Markus Winter vs Otto Alderson
#1 Contender Match: Grim Reapers vs Reed Brothers
#1 Contender Match: Fiona Walsh vs Dash Yamada

Last Edit: Sept 19, 2022 16:47:24 GMT -8 by LankyLefty17

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Warriorversary 4 Sept/Oct 2022 Sept 21, 2022 8:38:43 GMT -8

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Post by LankyLefty17 on Sept 21, 2022 8:38:43 GMT -8

Warrior Grounds #34

The show opens with highlights of the G2 finals, including Brick’s victory and a shockingly muted post show handshake between himself and the champion, Doc Wyatt. The ring announcer reads off the matches for the night and then we get right to the action...

Byron Worthy vs Tommy Masshole

Recap:
Following a very up and down tournament, Worthy looked sharp against the former Luxurious Purple Jacket owner. Even when the match went outside, Worthy easily handled both Massholes before getting back into the ring for a couple big time running spears for the dominant win.

Winner: Byron Worthy
Rating: ***

After the match, John Logan made his way to the ring to a thunderous cheer. Logan, who hadnt been seen in months after getting assaulted backstage by Colossus Rhodes, took a mic to address the crowd...

Man I really missed this. Four months. Thats how long Paco and his dog put me out for. No G2. No run at the world title. Nothing but sitting around, rehabbing and getting mad. But I stand here tonight to announce that I am BACK. And I’m not wasting any time. Paco- I know you’re watching this, so listen up. I know they won’t let you in the building because of what happened to me, but that’s not saving your ass. Because after Warriorversary, I’m heading straight down to Mexico and I’m going to beat the ever living piss out of you.

But before I do that, I need a match. This year I beat a who’s who list of unbeatables. Colossus Rhodes? Done. Dungeon Dominguez? Done. So it only makes sense that at Warriorversary 4, I go after-

Just then, none other than “Flyin” Jimmy Hawkins comes out from the back, mic in hand

Johnny Boy… I’m not sure who you planned on calling out- but if the next two words out of your mouth isn’t “Jimmy Hawkins”… well bro you didn’t do your homework. Because as impressive as you think your year has been, Flyin Jimmy has been putting down fools and not taking breaks for boo boos. So instead of figuring out your angle for another title shot that nobody will really care about- how about some new blood? How about you become my stepping stone to MY title shot?

Jimmy drops the mic and walks slowly to the back as John Logan smiles and nods...

Markus Winter vs Otto Alderson

Recap:
A very entertaining back and forth match, with Markus looking fresh and Triple J looking encouraged at ringside. After a few back and forth near falls Markus nailed the Winter is Coming… only for Vic Baron to distract the ref and avoid the pin fall. It didn’t matter, as Markus just hoisted Otto right back up and nailed it again, this time without the ref getting caught up in ringside tomfoolery.

Winner: Markus Winter
Rating: ****

After the match, Vic Baron and Bo Leslie stormed the ring, blitzing Winter and quickly creating a three on one scenario. Triple J jumped into the ring for what looked to be an evening of the odds when...

Triple J turns on Markus Winter, laying him out and then proceeding to beat him down with the Wrecking Crew and Vic Baron. With Markus laid out, Vic Baron grabs a mic...

Last year at Warriorversary I thought my message was a clear one. Stay outta my way. I tore your arm clean off. I sent you home on a stretcher. One would think that would teach you to tread lightly… but no, you just had to poke the bear again. Well this bear pokes back, don’t he Trips. In fact, Imma teach you a permanent lesson. Warriorversary, Triple J and Vic Baron against you and… whatever sucker you can find thats willing to lose with you.

#1 Contender Match: Grim Reapers vs Reed Brothers

Recap:
Two former tag team champions put on a hellova match. Both sides looked like they had it won, but a Roadhouse piledriver from Billie Cannon means the Reapers vs Gears of War re-match will be for the tag titles at Warriorversary.

Winner: Grim Reapers
Rating: ****

Fiona Walsh vs Dash Yamada

Recap:
The former champ looked sharp in this one, but Dash Yamada was laser focused in her first match since the women’s tournament. Fiona was hard to put down, eating running knee after running knee while refusing to take the pin- but 3 proved too many, and Dash will earn her first title shot at Warriorversary.

Winner: Dash Yamada
Rating: ****

Doc Wyatt came out after the main event with a mic in hand to close out the show. While there were still a fair amount of cheers, there was also a very audible Cowboy Johnston chant...

Lets get this first thing out of the way- yes, Cowboy beat me. Yeah I know, I’m as shocked as you are. Does it bother me? A little, sure. But if losing to him was the only way to get that sack of suck to go away and never come back? Small price to pay.

But I’m not here to talk about an old fat ass from Texas. No- I’m here to talk about an old fat ass from Montana. Brick Casey- you earned your shot. The G2 is no joke, I should know since I won the first one. Headlining Warriorversary is no joke. I should know, I headlined- and won- the first one. You remember all that right? Cause back then we were pals. The Jackson Hole Outlaws started the day you and I decided that we were stronger together than separate. And here we are, years later, gone our separate ways, headlining the biggest show in all of professional wrestling. The only difference between then and now is that I remained successful, won titles and sat at the top of the mountain. You? You half retired and started coaching snot nosed kids.

Brick. There's a serious difference between being great and being on a great run. In two weeks old buddy, you’re going to learn the difference the hard way...

Not long after the show went off the air, Warrior Pro released an updated card for Warriorversary 4:

Red Masterson vs Koji Tanaka (Dragon Fire Japan)
Tank McDaniel vs Felix Santana Sr (TIPWF)
Markus Winter & TBD vs Triple J and Vic Baron
Jimmy Hawkins vs John Logan
Warrior Pro Women’s Title: Lizzy Jet (c) vs Dash Yamada
Dragon Fire Heavyweight Title: Aoki (c) vs Hideki Nomo
Warrior Pro Tag Team Title: Gears of War (c) vs Grim Reapers
Warrior Pro World Heavyweight Title: Doc Wyatt (c) vs Brick Casey

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Warriorversary 4 Sept/Oct 2022 Sept 28, 2022 13:04:21 GMT -8

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Post by LankyLefty17 on Sept 28, 2022 13:04:21 GMT -8

With little notice, Warrior Pro Wrestling President “Lanky” Lefty McDaniel held a press conference today at Gorilla Hall. If there was any doubt that this was in response to a certain someone’s impromptu press conference, that was quickly resolved when Lefty came to the podium in a familiar looking mask, carrying (and somehow eating) a ham sandwich...

I’m not hear for questions so I won’t be taking any. I’m hear to make a statement. A statement that's about two years in the making. You see, at Warriorversary 2- a shithead in a mask snuck into our locker room and attacked another wrestler. I mistakenly let it go. That shithead didn’t learn his lesson, and during this year's G2 he again snuck into MY locker room and this time ended up in the ring, attacking another wrestler. I again mistakenly let it go. I even profited off it by making a match at the finals, hoping this would all get out of his system.

Why let it go? Because his beef was with people from his own company, or David Harley’s company. I let it go because I could make money off of it. But President Evil, you’re starting to sound like a guy that’s confusing me for Nate Ruggle. I am not that weeble looking doormat. You want a chance to triumph in a Warrior Pro ring? How about we dance? Because the real dirty secret is you haven't been the big bad force of nature you think you are in a really long time. You’re an over the hill has been, and at Warriorversary I’m going to prove it, and eat this delicious ham sandwich while I do.

I’ll even sweeten the pot- you beat me, I’ll guarantee you a World Title shot. Maybe you and Doc will kill each other and we can all move on with our lives...

Despite numerous question’s getting thrown out Lefty tosses the half eaten sandwich aside and leaves the room…

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Warriorversary 4 Sept/Oct 2022 Oct 5, 2022 13:57:33 GMT -8

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Post by LankyLefty17 on Oct 5, 2022 13:57:33 GMT -8

There hasn't been any official statement or press release from President Evil's camp, regarding the recent challenge laid down by Lefty McDaniel for Warriorversary, but this was posted earlier today on the store page of the Official Evil Administration Website, and I'm assuming this means yes:

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Warriorversary 4 Sept/Oct 2022 Oct 5, 2022 14:03:52 GMT -8

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Post by LankyLefty17 on Oct 5, 2022 14:03:52 GMT -8

Despite the lack of a formal "yes", President Evil's acceptance of Lefty McDaniel's match finalizes the card for Warrior Pro's biggest show of the year. Warriorversary will be taking place at the usual Moffett Field with four titles on the line, plus numerous grudge matches with possible title implications. One big mystery, who will team with Markus Winter against his former manager Triple J and former world champ Vic Baron? We're told his partner will likely not be revealed until the match itself.

You can check out all the action LIVE on TWITCH, Sunday October 9th at 8am PT!

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Warriorversary 4 Sept/Oct 2022 Oct 13, 2022 17:28:44 GMT -8

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Post by LankyLefty17 on Oct 13, 2022 17:28:44 GMT -8

Warriorverary 4

The big one, the grandaddy of them all- Warriorverary- is finally in the books. It was a hellova show, with four titles on the line, and future title implications being fought up and down the card. And if thats not enough, the post show press conference went to shit before it could even get started.

Check out the full show below, then scroll on down for recaps, post match angles, and all the post show madness…

Red Masterson vs Koji Tanaka (Dragon Fire Japan)

Recap:
The show kicked off with a physical back and forth brawl featuring Dragon Fire’s own Koji Tanaka. The outsider matched Red shot for shot but the big Texan continues to impress, scoring the pin off of a thunderous lariat. After the match, Red made a belt motion, seemingly calling out the Dragon Fire champion...

Winner: Red Masterson
Rating: ****

Tank McDaniel vs Felix Santana Sr (TIPWF)

Recap:
This match definitely had a sense of history, with two of wrestling’s most famous personalities squaring off for the first time ever. With both men well past their peak, this still seemed to be a matchup of quickness versus power- with Felix Sr avoiding the big shots from Tank and attempting to wear down the Warrior Pro owner. The strategy largely worked, countering into a flash pin that Tank couldn’t get out of and ending the match quicker than most fans in the stands were expecting.

After the match, an obviously frustrated Tank reluctantly shook hands with Santana before words were exchanged- it appeared Tank mouthed the words “lets run it back” but it was tough to tell from the press box...

Winner: Felix Santana Sr.
Rating: ***

Markus Winter & TBD vs Triple J and Vic Baron

Recap:
Markus Winter’s surprise partner ended up being none other than previously thought injured Austin Baron. Besides being Vic Baron’s father, Austin also has had a long and bitter rivalry with Triple J dating back to their years in WfoW in the early 2000’s. The match was fairly evenly back and forth till Vic decided he was done, convincing Triple J and the Wrecking Crew to walk out, forcing the ref to eventually call for the bell and award Markus and Austin the win via DQ.

After the match both men were visibly confused over the match ending, and reports immediately started coming from the back that management was looking to book some sort of follow up match...

Winner: Markus Winter & Austin Baron (via DQ)
Rating: **

Jimmy Hawkins vs John Logan

Recap:
Easily on the short list for match of the night, and perhaps even a match of the year candidate. John Logan looked fully recovered from his rib and knee injuries, controlling the ring and hitting his usual spots. But Jimmy Hawkins seems primed to take the leap to the next level, matching Logan big move for big move throughout the match. The ending saw a Logan’s Run cut off when Hawkins was able to get a hand on the ropes- before recovering and hitting his big elbow drop into a Hawk Splash to pin the former World Champion.

After the match, John Logan embraced Jimmy- as the two exchanged words before Logan raised Hawkin’s hand, leading the crowd in celebration of the victory.

Winner: Jimmy Hawkins
Rating: *****

President Evil (STRUGGLE) vs Lefty McDaniel

Recap:
In a promotion that has seen Doc Wyatt routinely do dick things to his opponent, this was still shocking. Immediately after the bell was rung, President Evil took two chairs, slipping on on Lefty’s knee and banging the other, creating a crunching sound that elicited audible groans from the crowd. Barely able to stand, Lefty refused to let the ref call for the DQ, limping through the match as he tried- one leg down- to fight off his opponents attacks.

As the match spilled outside Evil took a light tube to Lefty’s busted knee, which proved to be too much to overcome. The President of Warrior Pro was unable to get up- resulting in a disappointing count out win for President Evil (which also secured him a future World Title shot).

Winner: President Evil
Rating: *

Dragon Fire Heavyweight Title: Kenta Aoki (c) vs Hideki Nomo

Recap:
Dragon Fire’s two top stars faced off in a rematch from almost a year ago in the finals of the New Year’s Gold show that crowned the companies first champion in almost 20 years. This match wasn’t quite as good but was still a hellova match. Hideki Nomo pulled out all the stops but the story of the match was his inability to get off the Ace Valley Driver. Instead, it was the champion looking every bit the part- staying patient and slowly wearing down the challenger before nailing the Aoki Driver to solidify his second title defense.

After the match, Red Masterson came down to the ring and pointed at Aoki’s belt, seemingly putting himself in the mix as the next challenger for the title.

Winner: Kenta Aoki
Rating: ****

Warrior Pro Women’s Title: Lizzy Jet (c) vs Dash Yamada

Recap:
There may not be a hotter wrestler in the world right now than Lizzy Jett. Heading into the year, Warrior Pro’s brand new women’s division sported a well known veteran who had made her name in Japan (Della Wyatt) a rising star who had closely feuded with said veteran (Dash Yamada) and a in house former champion (Fiona Walsh). Lizzy Jett has now defeated all three in succession, definitively establishing herself as the top woman in Warrior Pro. The match was a close one with Dash nearly winning with a Dash Driver- before Fiona tuned up the band and nearly superkicked Yamada’s head off for the successful title defense.

Winner: Lizzy Jett
Rating: *****

Warrior Pro Tag Team Title: Gears of War (c) vs Grim Reapers

Recap:
One of the most underrated rivalries in the promotion, these two teams never fail to put on a close, physical match where everyone seems to leave the ring worse for wear. This was no different- the Reapers, coming off a successful defense of their STRUGGLE belts, looked ready to become two time double champs… but GoW had different intentions. After a brutal back and forth match, Bobby Clash would nail his Clash of the Titans- dropping Tyson Heyward straight on his head for the KO pin fall.

After the match Heyward was able to get to the back under his own power, though word from the locker room was he did suffer a concussion...

Winner: Gears of War
Rating: ****

Warrior Pro World Heavyweight Title: Doc Wyatt (c) vs Brick Casey

Recap:
After months of seeing the Warrior Pro crowds start to warm to Doc Wyatt, it was eery hearing the full on boo’s reign down on the champ. This crowd was 100% behind Brick Casey from the start… which in retrospect is traditionally when Doc Wyatt operates at his best. The match started out with a lot of back and forth, even spilling out into the aisles- before Doc seemed to decide enough was enough. After avoiding an early chokeslam The Outlaw nailed a superman punch followed by a Black Gold cutter- ending the veteran big man’s cinderella G2 run at the title.

After the match, after briefly pretending to help Brick up, Doc went to work on Brick’s knee before getting chased off by fellow Mountain Man Logan Axelrod. Doc walked to the back, belt in hand laughing as the crowd continued to boo to end the show...

Winner: Doc Wyatt
Rating: ***

After the show, Doc Wyatt went straight from the ring and sat down at the podium in the press room, as the marketing team started setting up mic’s to begin the press scrum. Before that was even finished, President Evil and his goons walked in and insisted Doc move so they could go first. Without the mics it was tough to hear everything that was said between both of them (collectively amongst the reporters in the room there was a consensus that Prez called Doc a “Hillbilly knock off of me, only if I was dumber and didn’t know how to wrestle” while Doc made some reference to “playing second fiddle to an old man in a bird suit.”

The result was Prez throwing what looked like a meatball sub (seriously what is with that guy and meatball sandwiches) at Doc causing a quick pull apart between the two men- security seems much tighter than at past shows. Everything seemed calm when one of the Evil Administration (possibly Fang? It was tough to see) made another comment that caused Doc to go after the whole group… with Red Masterson and Roy Carter (who traveled with the Dragon Fire contingent in town for the show) to surprisingly come to Doc’s defense before security pulled everyone apart and Tank shut down the entire presser…

Tank did hang around briefly to answer a few questions, here were the quick hitters…

John Logan will be taking some approved time off to travel south to Mexico- presumably to participate in Lucha POWER’s yet to be announced show- though Tank offered no details… While Tank admitted that President Evil own’s the next title shot, he also stated that Jimmy Hawkins has likely earned a future shot as well… Rampage Hunter’s quad surgery was a success but there is no timetable for his return… He expressed an interest in a rematch with Felix Santana Sr, but that match has not been confirmed… He wouldnt comment on the fact that Lucha POWER didn’t participate in a match at Warriorversary and whether that had anything to do with Santana’s booking… He had no immediate update on Lefty McDaniel or Tyson Hewyard’s injuries, and that both would be evaluated in the coming days...

Last Edit: Oct 16, 2022 15:38:28 GMT -8 by LankyLefty17