Michaels Gets Best Out Of Hogan
By Mike Mooneyham Aug. 28, 2005 Shawn Michaels carried Hulk Hogan to one of his best matches in recent years last weekend at Summer Slam. But overselling to Hogan’s weak-looking offense and falling victim to the Hulkster’s lame legdrop certainly did nothing to bolster the Heartbreak Kid’s reputation as The Showstopper. Michaels initially had visions [...]
Hogan-Michaels In Spotlight
By Mike Mooneyham Aug. 21, 2005 Tasteless storylines, offensive characters and ridiculous angles have marked this summer’s pro wrestling scene. Mat fans can take solace, however, in the fact they finally have a match they can sink their teeth into. That’s not saying that it’s going to be a bout that will ever be mentioned [...]
Benjamin Beat The Odds
By Mike Mooneyham Aug. 14, 2005 Final in a series Ron Donlick points to WWE star Shelton Benjamin as an example of how one can succeed in spite of adversity. The best part of his job, he says, is helping kids who otherwise might not get the chance. “He basically took a young kid off [...]
Mentor Brought Out Best In Benjamin
By Mike Mooneyham Aug. 7, 2005 Third in a series Shelton Benjamin is one of the most respected performers in today’s sports entertainment field. He gained that respect by having an unyielding work ethic, paying his dues and taking advantage of opportunities when they arose. They are all qualities he learned from a man he [...]