Orton Gets Off Easy
By Mike Mooneyham April 29, 2007 Randy Orton may have dodged another bullet. WWE announced last week that the controversial superstar will only have to pay a fine for an incident that occurred during the company’s recent European tour. Orton, 27, was sent home early due to “disciplinary reasons” that reportedly involved more than $50,000 [...]
Deep South Closes Doors
By Mike Mooneyham April 20, 2007 Deep South Wrestling has officially closed its doors. Its parent company, WWE, severed ties with the Atlanta-based developmental territory last week following several months of speculation. Former pro wrestling star Jody Hamilton, who was in charge of the Deep South operation, said the move caught him by surprise. “It’s [...]
Hogan-Lawler Called Off
By Mike Mooneyham April 15, 2007 The heavily hyped match between Hulk Hogan and Jerry Lawler has been called off. Less than two weeks before the Hulkster and the self-proclaimed “King of Memphis” were scheduled to meet on a show destined to have drawn one of the biggest gates in recent years for an independent [...]
Looking Ahead To Next Mania
By Mike Mooneyham April 8, 2007 Another Wrestlemania is in the books, and that means it’s time for WWE to begin charting a new course for next year’s big event. While it’s a long way to Wrestlemania 24, to be held outdoors at the Citrus Bowl in Orlando on March 30, 2008, planning began immediately [...]
Now That’s Entertainment
By Mike Mooneyham April 3, 2007 A bill approved Wednesday by a state Senate subcommittee just might open up the state of South Carolina to a flurry of pro wrestling activity. The measure, introduced by Sen. Robert Ford, D-Charleston, and given the green light by the Senate Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry, would recognize [...]
Hardy Enjoying WWE Resurgence
By Mike Mooneyham April 1, 2007 It had been a long road home for Jeff Hardy. Several short years ago, he was on top of the world, forming one of wrestling’s hottest tag teams with brother Matt and breaking out as a singles star, headlining against the likes of The Undertaker. He was even given [...]