Autistic Dragon Posted January 3 Report Share Posted January 3 NWA Update no 1. Since our last report regarding the National Wrestling Alliance, monumental developments have taken place. Jim Crockett Jr has been reported meeting with both Jerry Jarrett as well as Bert Prentice regarding Mr Crockett's plans to run shows in Tennessee. Mr Prentice was the first to leave witnesses say, having secured guarantees from both Jarrett and Crockett that neither WCW nor the NWA would intrude into the territory of Music City Wrestling. The conversation would continue between the remaining promoters and the results are being called a "division of the South" by sources within both companies. In addition to the promise to avoid the Nashville area, Mr Crockett swore to respect Mr Jarrett's traditional monopoly on the Memphis area in exchange for WCW staying out of Virginia and the Carolinas. Aside from these restrictions, the two are free to operate throughout the entire Southern United States as evidenced by Jarrett announcing that WCW's upcoming "Mayham" event would take place in Miami Florida. In other news from the NWA, it was reported at the "Day One" event that the NWA would be bringing back the "SuperBrawl" event introduced last year. Sources say that it's expected in the coming weeks of NWA television that the event will be announced as being promoted to a Pay Per View. This is said to be a "done deal" with plans for every title being defended to solidify the upgrade. Mr Crockett sees the move as a way to bridge the gap between Starrcade in November and the Crockett Cup in April as well as liking the idea of having a Pay Per View in every financial quarter. It seems the previously reported plans of Mr Crockett are beginning to come together. Whether or not they prove successful remains to be scene. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spaldoni Posted January 6 Report Share Posted January 6 This report has sent shockwaves across the AWA Newly crowned AWA Mid-American Champ Paul Orndorff was working out in a gym in Tampa when guess who walked in? None other than the immortal HULK HOGAN! Needless to say, Hogan caused a lot of heads to turn. Sources reported that Hogan and Orndorff had a long work out together. During that work out, Hogan unloaded a lot off his chest to Orndorff about what happened up north. Hogan vented to Orndorff for over an hour. After Orndorff processed all this, he paused and then told Hogan he should really think about giving the AWA a call. Hogan laughed it off. Orndorff explained to Hogan that Verne has really changed and he's got big plans for the AWA. Orndorff told Hogan he could really make a lot of money in the AWA. Once again Hogan laughed at the thought of going back to work for Verne. The conversation got serious when Orndorff stopped his work out, looked Hogan in the eye and said "Would I joke about money?" After a long pause, Hogan and Orndorff went into the sauna to continue their conversation. After word of this got to the AWA, sources say, Verne, Greg and Gerry Morrow had a private meeting. Signing Hogan would be monumental for the AWA and change its entire landscape. In other words, it would be the biggest move in AWA history, maybe even in pro wrestling history. However, we all know the history with Verne and Hogan. A lot of pride there. Verne indeed has changed a lot over the past year. He's looking to take the AWA worldwide and is also trying to work that TV deal with Sports Channel America. One thing he knows for sure is that Hulk Hogan can make all this happen. The name Hulk Hogan can take the AWA to heights never imagined. Wow, Hulk Hogan in the AWA? Could this actually happen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spaldoni Posted January 8 Report Share Posted January 8 AWA Update Strike while the Iron's hot Needless to say, the Hogan/Orndorff conversation has been the hottest topic in the AWA. Behind the scenes, Greg Gagne has been a busy man. He talked with Orndorff about the conversation and asked Orndorff if there was even a slight chance Hogan would consider coming to the AWA. Orndorff told Gagne, Hulk's a business man, and if the right deal's on the table, he would at least consider it. Greg then had dinner with Verne. Greg told his dad this could be a once in a lifetime opportunity for the AWA. Greg finally convinced Verne to let him call Hulk. Well, that call was made. Reports say Greg and Hogan had a long and friendly conversation. Hogan told Greg about some things that went on up north, while Greg told Hogan about the big plans the AWA had for the upcoming year. Then Greg finally asked "Hulk, what would it take for you to come work for the AWA?" Hogan told Greg his biggest business concern was his merchandise and also the promoting of his upcoming movie No Holds Barred. Greg told Hogan, he's sure that both sides could come to an agreement. Greg then told Hogan that Verne has loosened his grip on things and then asked Hogan if he would be willing to meet with Verne. Hogan responded with "Ok Greg, I would be willing to meet with Verne." Sources say that historic meeting will take place next week at Verne's house. It all boils down to if these two can let the past go, work things out and move on. Verne is all about making money and Hulk Hogan is nothing but money. It seems like a perfect fit...right? Stay tuned Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LastStopTour Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 On 1/3/2024 at 6:28 PM, Autistic Dragon said: NWA Update no 1. Jim Crockett Jr has been reported meeting with both Jerry Jarrett as well as Bert Prentice regarding Mr Crockett's plans to run shows in Tennessee. Mr Prentice was the first to leave witnesses say, having secured guarantees from both Jarrett and Crockett that neither WCW nor the NWA would intrude into the territory of Music City Wrestling. Wish I was brought into this discussion because I would have to say no to shows in Tennessee at this time. With as much of the map not being used, the NWA has more than enough other places to spread their wings AND stay out of Tennessee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autistic Dragon Posted January 14 Report Share Posted January 14 I thought Kev was speaking to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spaldoni Posted January 20 Report Share Posted January 20 AWA News HULK HOGAN is in negotiations with the AWA! Yes, you read it right. People are moving and heads are spinning behind the scenes in the AWA. Hulk Hogan agreed to meet with Verne and did. Hogan flew to Minnesota and met with Verne at Verne's house on the lake. It was said to be very casual and cordial. The two had dinner and talked things out. Not a lot of details were given except that both were smiling, shook hands at the end and set up a follow up meeting. The next meeting was all business at the AWA offices. Hogan brought his lawyers and met with Verne, Greg and other AWA officials. The meeting lasted all day and the next day as well. Early reports are that Hogan will get a majority of his merchandise profits and major promotional advertisement for his upcoming movie No Holds Barred. The next issue was booking commitments and dates. The AWA is asking that Hogan appear on all the 'A' house show markets, which include St. Paul, Milwaukee, Indianapolis and Denver. Along with International shows in Winnipeg, Puerto Rico, Japan and the UK. Also, he must appear on all 4 pay per view events and select TV dates. Hogan also made his future movie commitments known and would need time off for his shooting schedule. It seemed both sides agreed on a majority of the issues but will have one more meeting this week. The deal is close but not sealed. This is monumental for the AWA. They know what Hulk Hogan brings to the table. There's no doubt that with Hogan, they will easily get the Sports America Channel deal, which means national exposure. Greg convinced Verne that even if Hogan got 100% of his merchandise profits, the AWA would make more money and get more global exposure than ever before. Could HulkaMania run wild in the AWA? We'll find out soon enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spaldoni Posted January 27 Report Share Posted January 27 Breaking News HULK HOGAN HAS SIGNED WITH THE AWA!!!!!!! Yes, you read that right. After weeks of intense meetings, lawyers and negotiations, Hulk Hogan and the AWA have reached an agreement. Full details have not been disclosed but the deal was sealed, and everybody left the last meeting smiling and shaking hands. Yes, that's correct, Verne and Hulk smiled and shook hands. The AWA is wasting no time and word is it that Hogan will make a special appearance at Title Night in Milwaukee to cut a promo. This makes sense because Title Night is a special televised broadcast. Speaking of television. As you know the AWA and Sports Channel America have been in negotiations as well. The deal almost died when Kerry Von Erich left the AWA. However, things rapidly changed when SCA got word that Hogan was talking with the AWA. Once the Hogan deal was sealed, SCA and the AWA quickly came to an agreement. After this, Verne had no doubts or regrets about signing Hogan. Also, the AWA will debut on SCA with the Title Night special. February 17th will be a historic night for the AWA. As far as when Hogan will return to the ring, rumors are circulating that it will happen at the Champagne Slam pay per view in April, which will be held in Market Square Arena. It's also been confirmed that Hogan has been booked for AWA shows in Japan, Puerto Rico and Winnipeg later this year. HulkaMania is set to run wild in the AWA and all across the world! Whatcha gonna do!?!?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Control21 Posted January 27 Report Share Posted January 27 Woah, that's a gamechanger! Hulk Hogan back in AWA is every fan's fantasy booking dream! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LowBlowPodcast Posted June 6 Author Report Share Posted June 6 How severe would the hate be if I moved away from superstars in primetime and and did raw instead? It would still be taped and wouldn’t be live because we’re not ready for that yet but I like the name and I like the format a lot better than the canned shows anyone care? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Control21 Posted June 6 Report Share Posted June 6 I don't see a problem with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rainmakerrtv Posted June 6 Report Share Posted June 6 All good with me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autistic Dragon Posted June 6 Report Share Posted June 6 No skin off my nose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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