The Kingfish Arnie Katz continues a “Katz Files” tradition with answers to some ticklish questions that no one asked him.

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Our resident philosoher, Jay Shannon, takes a look the Eddie Guerrero Tribute Show presented by Big Vision Entertainment.

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Penny was one of the most decorated women in the history of
professional wrestling. Her accolades have included being the first recipient of the CAC’s Art Abrams Lifetime Achievement Award, being inducted into the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame in New York and she will be the first woman inducted to the George Tragos/Lou Thesz Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame in Waterloo in 2008.
Penny served on the Board of Directors of the Cauliflower Alley Club for many years and worked tirelessly to ensure that all remembered the women of our sport.

Penny will always have a special place in my heart. We shared some wonderful emails and wonderful times in Las Vegas

My thoughts and prayers go out to Wendi and the Banner family.

– Morgan Dollar
BOD of Cauliflower Alley Club
www.caulifloweralleyclub.org
(5/14/08)

The WrestleCrap Book of Lists
y RD Reynolds & Blade Braxton

From the makers of the original WrestleCrap book, inspired the universally popular website by the same name, glorifying the absolute worst that professional wrestling has to offer, comes the highly anticipated sequel - the knee-slapping WrestleCrap Book of Lists!

This is quite a unique publication. Make sure you bring your sense of humor, as you get filled in on such topics as; Wrestling nick-names that didn’t catch on, Most stereotypical wrestlers, Top wrestlers from outer space, Greatest wrestling perms of all-time, Most offensively dressed wrestlers, Worst acronyms, Examples of how wrestling and religion don’t mix, Wrestlers who should have a reality show, Top wrestling mug-shots, Excuses for not doing a job, Worst victory speeches in wrestling history, Wrestling-themed restaurants, Greatest wrestling DVD’s to never hit the store shelves, and that is just the tip of the proverbial iceberg. Each list is hilarious in its own special way. I’m not exactly sure how many lists are featured in this book, but there is plenty for everybody!

When you pick up this book, and you WILL pick up this book (right?), be sure to put it directly in the bathroom - where it belongs! Let me be clear, because that sounds like the start of a BAD review! I really enjoyed reading this book, but it was certainly not intended to be read all at once. Do yourself a favor and hide within arm’s length of your toilet so you can pick it up and read a couple of pages while you’re dropping the kids off at the pool. I think there would no better tribute to the writers of the book than to read it while you’re sitting on the crapper. I’m sorry, but I’m cracking myself up as I typed those words. What I’m trying to suggest is that you slowly devour this book a little bit at a time. Pick it up, entertain yourself with a couple of comical lists, and then put the book down again. It was meant to be a fun book for both the readers and the writers.

Would you expect anything less from the two disturbed gentlemen who are proud of the fact that they purchased the Katie Vick mannequin at a WWE auction? That’s crap, but we love it!

– Brad Dykens
OnlineWorldofWrestling.com
(5/14/08)

K&S WRESTLEFEST ARE AS COLD AS “ICE” AND GO “PG-13″
K&S Wrestlefest will be bringing out a rare guest for all you fans to enjoy. He was part of the “Nation of Domination”, PG-13 and the son of “Superstar” Bill Dundee. He is J.C. Ice (a.k.a Jamie Dundee). J.C. Ice will be heading to Carson’s Pro Wrestling World - 1313 Linden St., Allentown P.A. on June 14 from 10:30 am -12:30 pm to sign autographs and take pictures with the fans. Later that day K&S Wrestlefest will be filming our next Rasslin’ Roundtable DVD with J.C. Ice and former WWF World and Tag Team Champion the “Iron Sheik”. Everyone knows the craziness of the “Sheik” but can you just imagine the pandemonium when you add Jamie Dundee to the mix. Don’t take my word for what Jamie is all about, check out this clip from a recent shoot he did http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0A1GNtGq4U. Check out the www.kandswrestlefest.com for all the details. For further information or mail orders you can contact Ken or Steve at 516-473-4944 or wrestlefest05@hotmail.com.

RASSLIN’ ROUNDTABLE DVD FOR SALE
The new DVD concept that K&S Wrestlefest filmed is called Rasslin’ Roundtable. It is were Al Snow, Luke Williams, Steve Johnson (author) and Steve of K&S sat around and talked about Tag Teams and Heels. This DVD is two hours long and autographed by all three guests. It is a very informative DVD with a little bit of fun loving humor thrown in. The Tag Team session cover the lost art of tag teaming, getting your team over, drawing money, longevity and more. The Heels session cover a heels job, good vs evil, great heels and so much more. WWE’s 24/7 Legends series has nothing on us. The autographed DVD’s are on sale for $25 which will include S/H.

– The K & S Wrestling HQ Sraff
(5/14/08)

Wrestling fans are buzzing about the Jimmy Jacobs, Age Of The Fall, Lacey and Austin Aries episodic saga. This plays out on ROH DVDs in great detail. However, you don’t have to buy every ROH DVD to follow it. You can watch it on Youtube.com and www.ROHvideos.com for FREE. Here is a chronological listing of the videos with links.

It all starts with a very frustrated Austin Aries, who has been despondent since losing the “Rising Above” World Title Match. Jimmy Jacobs and his girlfriend Lacey have been recruiting members for The Age Of The Fall. Of course, Jacobs and Lacey have had a relationship that is three years in the making. The Age Of The Fall sense that Aries will follow their revolution. They begin the recruitment with two mysterious messages that were released independently of ROH at:

1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-uAaIChYscg

2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXttjevsM7Q

Speculation grew as to who Jacobs and Tyler Black were talking to in the above videos. It became clear at a FIP event when Lacey approached Austin Aries. You will see this in the 2/20/2008 ROH Video Wire at www.ROHvideos.com and at:

3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nv_JblnTeXY

From there The Age Of The Fall became the voices in Aries’ head as the recruitment intensified. However, Tammy Sytch tried to steer Aries in a more sunny direction. Watch it in the 2/28/2008 ROH Video Wire at www.ROHvideos.com and at:

4: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7ACCedD3_g

Lacey enlisted the help of the newest Age Of The Fall member Rain to try to entice Aries. She also seemed to have a plan as she told Tyler Black to stay behind in the 3/26/2008 ROH Video Wire at www.ROHvideos.com and at:

5: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYW85w2cV6M

Lacey’s plan to recruit Aries became a one-on-one situation. In fact, Aries finally made his choice between Lacey and Tammy Sytch in the 4/2/2008 ROH Video Wire at www.ROHvideos.com and at:

6: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyqhkb20MeY

There had been little or no contact from the two since they left Orlando together, but Jimmy Jacobs still had the word to spread as he reached out to Lacey in a message distributed independently by Age Of The Fall:

7: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMprES7tBKA

Lacey and Aries finally resurfaced with a bang in the 4/23/2008 ROH Video Wire at ROHvideos.com. This is part 1 of the must see epic night in Chicago where everything changed. Watch it at:

8: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pj10giHAwAE

Emotions raged out of control as the situation intensified with the can’t miss part 2 of the happenings of Chicago in the 5/5/2008 ROH Video Wire at www.ROHvideos.com and at:

9: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1KukHei8fo

Did this break Jimmy Jacobs? You can judge for yourself in this warning released by The Age Of The Fall at:

10: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wf37kgwZfTU

The final video surfaced on www.AgeOfTheFall.com and quickly became the talk of the internet for the shocking footage it depicts. Watch it for yourself at:

11: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hsV7rkWoqBE

What happened to Lacey? What will happen next? How will everyone react? Stay tuned to www.ROHvideos.com and find out. There is no excuse not to watch ROH now because it’s FREE at ROHvideos.com and on Youtube.

The show opened with a look back at Colin Delaney earning his WWE/ECW Contract. He overcame all the odds to defeat ECW General Manager, Armando Estrada/ Colin was so thrilled to finally get his contract.

Armando Estrada talked with Colin. He told Colin that the odds of beating Armando were astronomical. Armando decided to make Colin an even larger target than before. Colin took the clipboard with the contract but hesitated, for just a moment. When Armando questioned him about whether he would sign or not, Colin flipped the page and scrawled his name on the paper. Armando grinned as he told Colin that his first match as an active member of the ECW roster would be against Mike Knox. Colin had a look of confidence on his face as we went to the ECW opening montage.

The music of C.M. Punk rippled through the arena as Mr. Money-in-the-Bank made his entrance for our first match. Mike Adamle informed us that C.M. Punk and Kane will unite to face the WWE tag champs, Miz and Morrison, on Sunday, at Judgment Day.
Miz strolled out onto the rampway as his entrance theme echoed off the rafters. Miz had his tag partner, John Morrison, at his side. Miz stopped and asked Morrison to go to the back. Miz had a confident look as he held up his title belt.

The Miz d C.M. Punk

The men locked up in a Collar and Elbow. Punk used a Go Behind into a Gut Wrench to take Miz to the canvas. Miz tried to get free by twisting and turning as he got to his feet. Punk refused to let go and slung Miz around with another Gut Wrench. Miz finally made it to the ropes to force the break.

Miz tried for a cheap shot on the break, but Punk blocked and tried for an Irish Whip. Miz reversed it, but Punk came back with a Sunset Flip. Miz kicked out at two, but got caught with a boot to the ribs. Punk Irish Whipped Miz to the corner in preparation for the Elevator Knee. Miz brought up the boot to stop Punk. Punk caught the ankle, but Miz brought up the other foot and kicked Punk in the chest. Miz ran out of the corner and forced Punk, face-first, into the mat. Miz shot a half to roll Punk over and then pounded on the skull of Punk. Miz stomped on Punk and hit several hard Crossfaces. Miz locked in an extended Arm Bar with a Jaw Clutch.

Punk got to his feet and turned into Miz. He hit several hard knees to stun the tag champ. Punk hit several sharp kicks to the legs of Miz. When Punk missed a Roundhouse Kick, Miz Dropkicked the back of Punk. Punk fell into the ropes. Miz ran up the back of Punk, hopped over the ropes and pulled Punk’s neck down across the ropes, on the way down. Nice move. Miz slid back in the ring and tried, several times, to pin Punk. Miz locked in a Rear Chin Lock.

Punk got to his feet and elbowed the ribs of Miz. Miz answered the blows with a sharp crack to the back of Punk’s neck. Miz Irish Whipped Punk to the corner and hit the Full Body Clothesline on Punk. Miz planted his knees in the back of Punk and locked in a Rear Chin Lock that was almost a modified Camel Clutch. Miz hit several brutal Crossfaces. Punk finally got to his feet and sent Miz to the ropes. Miz dropped Punk with a Shoulder Block. Miz came off the ropes with a Fore-arm that struck Punk in the sternum. Miz charged at Punk who nailed a Snap Powerslam. Miz kicked out at two.

Miz clutched at his back. Punk broke out a version of his old Whirling Dervish series of Backfists and kicks. Punk whipped Miz to the corner and nailed the Elevator Knee. Miz shoved out of the Bulldog, but fell victim to a Spinning Leg Lariat. Punk hit a nasty Clothesline on Miz. Punk Irish Whipped Miz to the ropes and hit a sweet Leg Lariat. Punk tried to lock the arms for a Butterfly Suplex, but Miz broke free and tripped Punk. Miz grabbed the legs and floated over for a bridge pin. Punk showed incredible strength to arch up out of the pin. Punk rolled around and tried for a Backslide. Miz rolled through that and booted the ribs of Punk. Miz called for the Reality Check, but Punk dodged the Mr. Wrestling II-like Kneelift. Punk caught Miz in the Fireman’s Carry. Miz got free before going down to the G-T-S and hit the Falling Neckbreaker portion of the Reality Check. Miz snatched victory from the jaws of defeat.

Grade: A-

Morrison came out and hugged his tag team partner. The two men held their titles up in unison to show their dominance. Cherry, Kelly Kelly, and Michelle McCool walked backstage as Adamle told us all that he had Diva Feeva. I just had a 70s flashback to Denny Terrio in a polyester leisure suit. Thank the heavens we got a break so I could get that image out of my head.

We got a John Cena promo. It was a lead-in to the Cena v JBL match at Judgment Day, this Sunday.

The crowd really popped when Kelly Kelly, Michelle McCool, and Cherry made their entrance. Their opponents were Layla, Natalya and Victoria.

Kelly Kelly, Cherry and Michelle McCool d Natalya (Neidhart), Victoria and Layla
Six-Diva Tag Match

Michelle and Natalya opened up this contest. Natalya caught Michelle with a Go Behind. Michelle landed an elbow to the face of Natalya to get free. Natayla lifted Michelle and ran her into the corner. Natayla kicked and Fore-arm Smashed Michelle and then tagged Victoria into the match. Victoria kicked Michelle in the ribs and then used the arm to flip Michelle to the mat. Victoria scissored the arm and twisted to add more pain.

Michelle got to her feet and used the ropes to flip over. She then Arm Dragged Victoria across the ring. Michelle, not Kelly Kelly, threw a Dropkick into Victoria. Michelle dragged Victoria to the corner to tag in Cherry. Cherry slid under the legs of Victoria and went for a roll-up. Victoria kicked out at two. Cherry used Fore-arms and kicks to move Victoria to the ropes. Natayla blind tagged herself into the match. Natayla caught Cherry with a version of her father’s Flying Lariat. Natayla kicked the ribs and nailed a Snap Suplex. Natayla locked in a Shino-Numaki Sleeper. Cherry broke free and flipped Natayla to the canvas.

Natayla held the arms of Cherry in a Standing Surfboard. She called for Victoria to help her. When the ref blocked Victoria, Natayla turned Cherry towards Layla. Layla shouldered the ribs of Cherry. Victoria tagged back in the match. Natayla slammed Cherry and lined her up on the mat for Victoria. Victoria hit a Slingshot Guillotine Leg Drop over the top rope and onto the throat of Cherry. Victoria was shocked when Cherry kicked out at two. Cherry crawled towards her corner, but Victoria kept her blocked. As Natayla yelled “Finish Her!”, Victoria slammed Cherry in the center of the ring.

Victoria shook her backside at Cherry and then went for a Standing Moonsault. Cherry got the knees up. Cherry almost made the tag, but Victoria stopped her. Victoria locked in a Front Face Lock. As they got close to the “good girls” corner, Victoria turned and knocked Kelly off the apron. Michelle ducked a shot from Victoria. Cherry caught Victoria by surprise with a School Girl roll-up. Cherry scored one of the biggest upsets in recent history with that move.
Grade: (a surprising) B+

The heels screamed about the loss as Cherry’s new theme music played. Kelly, Michelle and Cherry raised their arms in victory.

Lena Yada talked with Shelton about losing twice to Kofi Kingston. Shelton talked about Kofi “having a horseshoe stuck where the sun don’t shine”. and the next time they meet he would “pull it out”. Kofi walked up and wished Shelton “Good Luck”. Shelton shoved Kofi. Kofi then rushed Shelton into a loading bay door. Shelton crumpled to the floor. Shelton seethed with anger as we faded out to break.

We got the promo for the Triple H edition of WWE magazine. Mike called his broadcast partner “THE” Tazz. Mike asked Tazz what he thought about the Triple H and Randy Orton situation, on Raw. This lead into a video presentation of the feud between Triple H and Orton. We saw Triple H capture his 12th title. That led William Regal to stipulate that the match between Triple H and Orton, at judgment Day will be fought in a steel cage.

Colin Delaney taped up in preparation for Mike Knox. We took a look at the rise of Colin. He so seriously got trashed by the likes of Big Daddy V, The Great Khali, Mark Henry, The Big Show, JBL and Shelton Benjamin. We then got to see the miracle moment when Colin took down Armando Estrada to win his contract. Colin was set for action, after a break.

Colin Delaney has Theme Music, finally. It sounds like a combination of screaming guitars and screeching birds, but it’s still kind of hip. The crowd was on their feet for Colin. The mood changed as Mike Knox stomped to the ring.

Mike Knox d Colin Delaney

Colin threw a Dropkick into the chest of Mike. Mike missed with an Elbow Drop. Mike caught Colin with a boot to the chest. Mike picked Colin up and nailed a Decapitation Clothesline on the rookie. Mike threw Colin in the corner and hit a Running Splash. Mike set Colin in the corner, backwards, and pounded on the back and neck. Mike brought Colin to the center of the ring and finished this massacre with the Knox U Out.

Grade: C

Armando Estrada came out and told Colin that he has to face the newest member of the ECW Roster, Armando Estrada.

Armando Estrada d Colin Delaney

Armando kicked Colin in the head. Armando said that he used his power as GM to sign himself to a lucrative salary and contract. Armando slapped the nearly unconscious Colin and then lifted him up. Armando lifted Colin up in a Reverse Stall Suplex. Instead of flipping his victim over, Armando dropped Colin straight down. Since that one doesn’t have a name yet, let’s just call it the Cuba-Plex.

Grade: D-

Estrada grinned as he noticed that Colin was bleeding from the nose. We went to the back and saw a crimson-lighted Kane waiting for his match. It was set to occur, after a break.

We got a promo for next week’s show. Kofi and Shelton are going to battle, yet again. One would assume that will be next week’s main event.

Morrison and Miz came out on the ramp. They did a dual slow-mo intro. Miz walked down with his partner, unlike earlier. Morrison posed until the pyros exploded fro Kane. Kane walked with purpose to the ring. Kane got in the ring and set off the ring post explosions.

John Morrison d Kane

Morrison used his speed to duck and weave. Morrison slipped under Kane and opened up with some serious kicks to the legs of the Big Red Champion. Morrison went for Kane’s leg, but Kane just over-powered the tag champ. He threw Morrison in the corner like most people toss a towel in the laundry hamper. Morrison spun himself between the ropes and stood on the apron. When Kane approached, Morrison slid between the legs and looked proud of himself. Pride often comes before a fall, and it did for Morrison. Kane grabbed the hair and threw Morrison to the mat.

Kane Snap Mared Morrison to the mat and threw a Low Dropkick to the face. Morrison kicked out at two. Kane twisted Morrison into what looked like a Neckbreaker. Kane lifted Morrison instead of dropping him. It turned into a Reverse Hangman’s Noose. Kane released Morrison, who hit the mat like a sack of cement. Kane popped Morrison and then choked him on the ropes. Kane whipped Morrison to the ropes and nailed a Back Elbow. Kane locked in the Rear Chinlock.

Morrison fought out and started using kicks to the left knee of Kane. Morrison kicked and hit the knee. Kane kicked the chest of Morrison, several times. Kane sent Morrison to the corner, but Kane got caught with a Back Elbow. Morrison used kicks, knees and punches to weaken the ECW champ. Kane reversed an Irish Whip and sent Morrison into the corner. Morrison responded with a few hard kicks. Morrison started throwing machine gun punches in the corner. When the ref moved Morrison back, Miz grabbed Kane’s leg.

Kane turned to confront Miz. Morrison tried for the Pearl Harbor, but Kane swung around and nailed Morrison right between the eyes. C.M. Punk walked rapidly down the rampway to counter Miz’s presence. We took a break while the ref sorted things out.

Kane held Morrison up for a Stall Suplex. Punk smiled at the move. Kane used a knee across the throat to choke Morrison. Kane nailed a Neckbreaker. Kane locked in a Rear Chin Lock. Kane dropped an elbow onto the top of Morrison’s skull. Morrison started attacking the knee of Kane, again. Kane filed off an Uppercut. Kane sent Morrison to the ropes, but dropped his head. Morrison booted the chest of Kane and then threw a Dropkick. Morrison kicked Kane in the corner and then climbed the ropes to pummel the Big Red Machine. Kane shoved Morrison off of him. Morrison quickly rushed back to the corner for more punishment. Kane pushed Morrison off the ropes, again.

Kane came out with a Big Boot, but Morrison ducked. The Shaman of Sexy let loose with several savate kicks to the legs of Kane. Morrison came off the ropes and Chop Blocked the knee of Kane. Morrison stomped on the knee. Morrison locked in a Spinning Toe Hold on Kane. Kane battled out of the crimped leg hold. Morrison hit a Dropkick to the knee of Kane. Morrison kept up the attack on the knee. Morrison slid out of the ring and slammed the knee into the ring post. Morrison kicked at the knee, over and over.

Kane hit an Uppercut, but Morrison came right back. Morrison locked up the knee in the ropes. Morrison dropped his whole weight onto the knee of Kane. Adamle talked about Kane being like the One-LEGGED Man in The Fugitive. OK, now I think they are scripting these mistakes. Morrison twisted the knee of Kane and then beat on the face of Kane. Kane got some momentum by turning around and working over Morrison with fists of his own. Morrison reversed things with several, well-placed kicks to the thigh and knee of Kane. Morrison tried to hyper-extend the knee of Kane. Kane punched at the head of Morrison. Kane kicked Morrison off him. Kane limped towards Morrison and nailed a monster set of Uppercuts. Kane whipped Morrison to the corner and hit a pair of Limping Clothesline in the corner. Kane went for the Side Slam, but Morrison flipped over and kicked Kane.

Morrison went for an Irish Whip, but Kane turned and caught Morrison with the Side Slam. Morrison kicked out at two. Kane climbed the ropes and leaped off with the Flying Clothesline.Kane reached up to signal the Chokeslam. Miz jumped on the apron, but Punk ran around to pull him down. Kane caught Morrison with a huge boot to the face. Miz whipped Punk into the steel steps. Kane turned to look at the carnage on the outside. This allowed Morrison to grab his tag title belt. When Kane turned around, Morrison blasted him between the eyes with it. Morrison then caught Kane with a Springboard Crescent Kick. Morrison scored the pin and the win.

Grade: A-

Miz slid in the ring and lifted his partner’s arm in victory. Kane slapped the mat in frustration. Miz stomped on Kane. Morrison joined in. Punk rushed the ring to aid his partner. The Miz/Morrison team double teamed Punk. Miz caught Punk with the Reality Check. They then turned to attack Kane. Miz held Kane as Morrison hit a Running Knee to the face. Miz and Morrison left the ring and held their belts up to taunt Kane and Punk.

Final Grade: B
Final Thoughts:

OK, Adamle is a total mess. He can’t even get his own partner’s name right. He can’t tell one Diva from another. He can’t even pass Wrestling Moves 101. Who’s brilliant idea was it to put this car wreck of an announcer behind the mic? I’ve tried my best to be fair, but it’s getting to the point of insulting. I so want to see Kane pull a Pete Rose on this goof. Let Adamle get in the ring and mess up an interview with the Big Red Machine. Kane could Chokeslam Adamle and then Tombstone him. Could I yell “Bring Back Joey” a little louder? I don’t think so.

Now that I’m done ranting about Adamle, I have some positive things to say about ECW. I like Knox’s finisher. It is definitive, and quick. I also think the feud between Kofi and Shelton is working well. Both men are fantastic talents that really help each other shine. This feud was a stroke of booking genius. Maybe the writers will get the hint and start setting up a few more of these great feuds. There are rumors that Umaga is about to move over to either ECW or Smackdown. An Umaga/Kane feud would be great.

One last thought. If Armando is going to be on the active roster, does that call for a new GM? I realize that he said he wanted to do both, but shouldn’t he do one or the other? He’s got a great physique and some decent talent. I see him as this generation’s Diamond Dallas Page. This is meant as a strong compliment to Armando.

–Jay Shannon
JayofPWD@SBCGlobal.net
(5/14/08)

The Underground Hero continues to walk the tricky comeback trail. !

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Our wrestling icon gives fans a preview of Rocky Johnson’s upcoming appearance on !Bang! TV!

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