WU Online | www.wrestlingupdateonline.com 2010-03-13T21:02:24Z WordPress http://wrestlingupdateonline.com/blog/feed/atom/ Michael Weaver Jr. http://www.wrestlingupdateonline.com <![CDATA[Get In The Ring With Triple H]]> http://wrestlingupdateonline.com/blog/?p=136 2010-03-13T20:14:50Z 2010-03-13T20:14:50Z

POSTED BY MICHAEL WEAVER JR.  [E-Mail | Facebook | MySpace | Twitter | Chat Zone]

WWE was featured in Wall Street Journal Magazine on March 13, 2010.

WWE was featured in Wall Street Journal Magazine on March 13, 2010.

The Wall Street Journal has published an article regarding World Wrestling Entertainment’s (WWE) ability to create Superstars who bring local fans to the arena to cheer for the hometown favorite.  In addition to the article that discusses Rey Mysterio, WWE Champion – Batista, The Great Khali, Yoshi Tatsu, among others; there is a video interview with Triple H.  The interview was conducted by the Wall Street Journal Magazine’s Editor-in-Chief: Tina Gaudoin.  She spoke to “The King of Kings” regarding his finances, marriage to Stephanie McMahon and his career in the WWE.  The video is below and to read the article entitled, “Rogues’ Gallery” click here.

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Michael Weaver Jr. http://www.wrestlingupdateonline.com <![CDATA[WU Online Announces New Twitter-like Forum]]> http://wrestlingupdateonline.com/blog/?p=129 2010-03-13T21:02:24Z 2010-03-12T20:09:50Z

POSTED BY MICHAEL WEAVER JR.  [E-Mail | Facebook | MySpace | Twitter | Chat Zone]

Join the WU Online Chat Zone at http://wuonline.status.net!

Join the WU Online Chat Zone at http://wuonline.status.net!

A TWITTER-LIKE FORUM COMES TO WU ONLINE

JUST FOR THE FANS!

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA—WU Online Owner, Michael Weaver Jr., is proud to announce a new Twitter-like forum exclusively for professional wrestling and sports-entertainment fans and those in the industry, including those working on other professional wrestling websites.

WU Online Chat Zone is similar to Twitter where you post messages under 200 characters and you can post pictures and links.  Starting with the live coverage report of WrestleMania XXVI, members of WU Online will be on the WU Online Chat Zone and will be participating with a live chat. 

This is the only Twitter-like forum where you can chat about your favorite Superstar in either WWE, TNA, ROH or another federation or talk to other wrestling fans during RAW, Impact and pay-per-views. 

Consider it a chat room or twitter, the bottom line is that the WU Online Chat Zone is for professional wrestling fans and is the only Twitter-like forum where the subject is just about the wonderful world of professional wrestling! 

To join, visit http://wuonline.status.net.

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Michael Weaver Jr. http://www.wrestlingupdateonline.com <![CDATA[Jimmy Valiant, Luger, Janetty, Scott Armstrong added to Legendsmania]]> http://wrestlingupdateonline.com/blog/?p=109 2010-03-07T17:27:16Z 2010-03-07T16:44:27Z

POSTED BY MICHAEL WEAVER JR.  [E-Mail | Facebook | MySpace | Twitter]

ATLANTA LEGENDSMANIA CONVENTION UPDATE!

 

LegendsMania - www.LegendsMania.com

LegendsMania - www.LegendsMania.com

LATEST ADDITIONS-Jimmy Valiant/Valiant Brothers Reunion/Marty Janetty/Scott Armstrong joins Armstrong Family Reunion/Lex Luger (VIP Party Friday only)/Birmingham’s Beyond Ringside Radio Host Eddie Layne

Percy Pringle (Formerly Paul Bearer) in first convention appearance in 5 years posing with his urn, Powers of Pain- Warlord & Barbarian, Dutch Mantell & Doug Sommers all added!

Greatest tag teams in history and other legends come to Atlanta on March 12-13 2010 at Sheraton Atlanta Gateway Hotel- Atlanta Airport

March 6, 2010-It’s going to be the biggest and best legends convention ever to hit Atlanta and the Southeast. And fans from around the world are making their plans now to be here.

Legendsmania’s Tag Team Series will be the first of many theme based shows. Come out and be a part of this historic and unforgettable event.

  • It will be the first fan fest in Atlanta,
  • it will be the first fan fest where the VIP talent all held world championship belts,
  • It is the first show “To the fans, for the fans, by the fans”.

VIP Talent consists of-

  • 8 time NWA Tag Team Champions “Rock and Roll” Express, Ricky Morton and Robert Gibson,
  • 3 time WWF/WWE Tag Team Champions Demolition, Barry Darsow and Bill Eadie,
  • 1 time NWA, 2 time Mid-South and 1 time WCCW Tag Team Champions “Midnight Express” Bobby Eaton and Dennis Condrey with Jim Cornette,
  • 4 time NWA Champions Ivan Koloff and Nikita Koloff.
  • For the first time ever at a Fan Fest, 2 time AWA Tag Team Champions “The High Flyers” Greg Gagne and Jim Brunzell
  • WWWF Tag Team Champions Ivan Putski and Tito Santana.
  • Armstrong Family Reunion- Bob, Brad and Brian Armstrong
  • Tommy Rich and Thunderbolt Patterson

Tagteam Promotions will also present:

  • “Total Protection” Mr. Hughes, the only man to take away the Undertaker’s urn.
  • WWE Hall of Famer “Luscious” Johnny Valiant

Iron Mullet, an 80’s hair tribute band will be kicking off Legendsmania on Friday March 12th. Come join the Rock and Roll Express, Midnight Express with Jim Cornette and more to be announced for our pre-show party. Eddie Layne will be the Master of Ceremonies for both the party and Legendsmania on March 13th. And WWE Hall of Famer and 2-time WWWF Tag Team Champion “Luscious” Johnny Valiant will perform his critically acclaimed one man show at the party. Visit www.legendsmania.com for prices and details.

As a very special thank you to our fans for their support, there is a $50 off special on each and every ticket package prior to February 14 at midnight. Use the code word insanity when you check out for your $50 discount! General admission ticket only $20.

Legendsmania will also feature a room full of vendors along with their own famed vendor guests and rare merchandise. Included among them:

  • Erik Watts & Joel Watts- Eric was quarterback for the Louisville Cardinals and a WWE/WCW/TNA star. Joel Watts.was producer/director of the Mid-South, Power Pro and Universal Wrestling series of shows. He did commentary alongside Jim Ross and Cowboy Bill Watts, but is best remembered for his cutting edge music videos and behind the scenes features. Joel was also Producer and Director of Television Operations for WWE.
  • Universal Wrestling Archives: UWA holds the complete video library of the Mid South, Universal Wrestling Federation and Power Pro Wrestling. Go to www.universalwrestling.com to see the great inventory of videos available.
  • Gordon Solie’s daughter, Pam Solie, and her husband Bob Allyn will be there for a book signing of The Solie Chronicles: The Life and Times of Gordon Solie. Meet Scott Teal co-author of The Solie Chronicles. (www.crowbarpress.com)
  • James Guttman of World Wrestling Insanity- www.clubwwi.com.
  • Evan Ginzburg, Associate Producer of the critically acclaimed film The Wrestler, appeared as himself in the convention scene. He’ll be in attendance Saturday as well with his very special guest, Melissa Coates, the former #9 female body builder in the world, a leading actress, and active women’s wrestler.

More vendor guest will be announced in the coming weeks as we get closer to Legendsmania.

PMS Promotions presents Road Warrior Animal & Precious Paul Ellering
Road Warrior Animal & Precious Paul Ellering Headed to Legendsmania in Atlanta on March 13th
For the first time in 20 years Road Warrior Animal & Precious Paul Ellering return to Atlanta, GA at Legendsmania. Right back where they first started. Here’s your chance to get all your Road Warriors memorabilia signed and get a very rare photo op with these 2 legends together.

Vendor Space is still available. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity with fans from around the world planning on attending. Go to www.shop.legendsmania.com for details and to purchase your vendor space.

Media- many of our legendary guests are available for interview opportunities through our publicist, Evan Ginzburg – evan_ginzburg@yahoo.com.

Legendsmania will be dedicated to Gordon Solie and “Big Bossman” Ray Traylor. Check the story on the About Us page at www.shop.legendsmania.com and see what Legendsmania is all about. And visit our site at www.legendsmania.com for announcements on pricing, various merchandising and vendor packages, mail order merchandise availability, additions to the show, hotel and travel info, details on our huge Q&A session, and more. Listen to the stars of Legendsmania each and every week prior to the huge event on Legends Radio heard Wednesdays 7:30-9:30 PM EST at www.legendsradio.net and archived 24/7.

Listen to Ivan Koloff talk about Legendsmania here:

Wed. Feb. 3 7:30-9:30PM on Evan Ginzburg’s Legends Radio co-hosted by Dr. Mike Lano at www.legendsradio.net (Archived 24/7)

Ivan Koloff – former WWWF Champ on his great career and Legendsmania 3/12-13 in Atlanta
Johnny Fairplay- from CBS’ Survivor
Dan Krofatt
Professor Paul Pope

Click below to listen-
http://www.smashedmedia.us/020310.mp3

Listen to Promoter Thomas Clay & Jim Cornette talk about Legendsmania here:

Wed. Feb. 17 Edition of Evan Ginzburg’s Legends Radio co-hosted by Dr. Mike Lano at www.legendsradio.net (Archived 24/7)

Legendsmania Promoter Thomas Clay
Lucha Va Voom Promoter Liz Flame
Wrestler/Radio Host Role Model Ric Lieb Actor/comedian/wrestler Cory Kastle http://www.carnagecrew.net/021710.mp3

Don’t you dare miss Legendsmania.

Contacts:
Tom Harriman
Tagteam Promotions.
www.legendsmania.com
2toms@legendsmania.com
404-735-9387
404-319-0801

Evan Ginzburg (Publicist)
evan_ginzburg@yahoo.com

Jim Cornette talks Legendsmania below…

Wed. Feb. 24 Edition of Evan Ginzburg’s Legends Radio co-hosted by Dr. Mike Lano at www.legendsradio.net (Archived 24/7)

Jim Cornette
Big Vito
PWG’s Excalibur
Ref Rick Knox

Atlanta Legendsmania update http://www.carnagecrew.net/022410.mp3

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