January 31, 2010
Flyer Skate Zone; Vorhees, NJ
In a wild melee that included outside interference and the use of brass knuckles, "Wise Guy" Jimmy Cicero defeated former World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE/F) superstar Kamala The Ugandan Giant, in the main event of Tri-State-Wrestling (TWA)'s sponsored event titled "Body Slam Autism". Kamala, escorted to the ring by his handler Friday, was hired by "The Midnight Idol" Nick Berk/Benz to take Cicero out after the events of a previous TWA event. Berk also accompanied Kamala to the ring, and ultimately, it would be his interference that would cost his hired gun the victory.
Earlier in the evening, it was Benz and Kamala, who along with Friday, viciously attacked Cicero unexpectedly after he had introduced vocalist Shannon Livewell, who was set to perform for the fans in attendance. The dastardly trio used the ambush to injure the Wise Guy's ribs, throwing the main event into jeopardy. Cicero was able to recover by night's end however, and valiantly came out for his scheduled match against the Ugandan Giant. Despite the bruised and battered ribs, Cicero and Kamala fought an even contest for the first few minutes of the bout, however Berk and Friday would interject themselves into the contest once official John Finnegan lost control. While Kamala kept Finnegan shielded, his evil cohorts used the distraction to work on Cicero's injured ribs out at ringside. Once back in the ring, Kamala would attack the weakened area before throwing Cicero out of the ring and into harms way where the whole scene would repeat itself. Finally, and to the crowd's delight, Cicero was able to mount a comeback, at which point Berk climbed into the ring with a pair of brass knuckles. While Friday kept Finnegan distracted, Berk zeroed in on Cicero who was being held by Kamala. The "Wise Guy" was able to escape however, just as Berk's brass knuckles came crashing down on Kamala's head, knocking the giant out long enough for Cicero to cover, and Finnegan to make the three count. After the bout, Berk became enraged with Kamala. But the Ugandan Giant had heard enough from Berk, and with his patented double chop throat thrust and a body slam, sent the "Midnight Idol" back to the dressing room, minus his dignity, and his hair piece!
In a triple threat match with the TWA Heavyweight Championship on the line, Steve Corino pinned Tony Stetson's shoulders to the mat for the count of three to take home the gold, leaving Glen Osbourne a former champion. In a triple threat match, the champion doesn't have to be pinned in order to lose the championship. In fact, it was Osbourne's own finisher, a choke slam, that left Stetson vulnerable for the pin. During the match, Corino masterfully played the champion and his friend Stetson against one another, and capitalized on the chaos that ensued.
Corino was able to hold Stetson down with a series of blows while he methodically targeted the champion's leg. Brilliantly using Stetson himself as a battering ram, Corino looked to permanently injure the champion. Later in the match, miscommunication between Stetson and Osbourne further improved Corino's chances of winning. While all three men were on the floor. Stetson held Corino's shoulders as Osbourne wound up to throw a massive blow, but as Corino slipped through the grasp, and out of harm's way, it was Stetson who would feel the full impact of the blow.
As all three men made their way back to the ring, it would be Corino who would remain in charge of the contest. Official Matt Bennett had his hands full with the three men, and keeping an eye on Corino's corner man Rob Dimension. Ironically, Dimension would be a non-factor in the outcome of the match. His interference wasn't needed as Corino controlled the pace of the entire 16 minute match.
For whatever reasons needed, Osbourne would take his frustrations out on his friend Stetson, administering a choke slam that shook the foundation of the Skate Zone. It appeared to take the wind out of Osbourne's sails as well, and Corino capitalized on the maneuver by covering Stetson as Bennett made the count. Corino was ecstatic with his victory.
"I've won them all, everywhere I go", Corino exclaimed, "But this one is sweet. There's no one around here who's going to take this championship away from me either. Vorhees, this is my back yard, and I'm not going anywhere. Osbourne was lucky he had his day in the sun. It's over Glenn, you go right back down to the bottom of the ladder baby. Have fun climbing back, because I'll be there to knock you right back down!"
In other exciting matches, The Logan Brothers (Matt and Bryan) defeated Their old East Coast Wrestling Association (ECWA) enemies in The Valedictorians, Rob Eckos and Billy Bax. This was a great way to open the show as all four competitors are up and coming superstars who put forth a tremendous effort.
TWA new comer Ryu Lee defeated the White Lotus via pinfall...Jimmy Jannetty pinned Don Allen...Shockwave entertained the crowd by defeating "The Pizza Man" Johnny Calzone...The Red White and Blue Express featuring The Blue Meanie and Kid America, accompanied to the ring by Mini America, defeated the duo of Mr. Ooh La La and his tag team partner Rob Shields. They were accompanied to the ring by their manager, "The Colonel"...Breaker Morant defeated Tyler Steel via pin fall.
Also appearing on the show was 16 year old New Jersey vocalist Shannon Livewell, who beautifully performed her rendition of Mariah Carey's "Hero" to the enthusiastic crowd. Livewell can be seen on television's highest rated singing competition. Best of luck to Livewell as she begins her journey to become a national superstar!
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