Who’s Your “Wrestler” – Part II

Since the original blog was posted (HERE), we’ve had a few different comments regarding who Randy “The Ram” Robinson reminded you of.  I’m of the belief that we didn’t have more comments for the mere fact that not everyone has seen the movie just yet.  But the comments that we received regarding your thoughts on who “The Ram” reminds you of, well – I’m with you one hundred percent.

A few of the names that were posted were Jerry Lynn, Tracy Smothers and Ricky Morton.  One person even pointed out that many of today’s wrestlers have a little bit of “Ram” in them.  I could agree with that, as well.  Striving every week of their lives to make it to the top… only to be let down over and over again.  I won’t be in this business too much longer for the simple fact that I don’t want to be viewed in that same light.

I have met Jerry Lynn on numerous occasions and I can say that Randy “The Ram” looks like Lynn… but I don’t get that vibe when I’m around Lynn.  Lynn is a very successful wrestler even to this day.  So, that’s a little stretch for me to believe.  Tracy Smothers and Ricky Morton, on the other hand, I can totally see that.

Accepting Criticism II

I just wanted to touch on this topic just a little bit more and then I’m done with it.  I wanted to give you all a chance to see what “Riverkings Things” (blog) had to say in response to “Accepting Criticism“.

I don’t think I took the criticism in a negative light.  I took it more in a fun-type of light, instead.  On one on hand, I do like to hear feedback on how I do my job whether it’s in the ring or on the ice.  On the other hand, there’s certain things that I must overlook and not really put over.  This is one of those things.  If someone’s offended by me not wearing sleeves – there’s obviously something wrong with that person… not me.  If someone thinks it’s vulgar for me to be sleeveless – whether it’s Riverkings management or even the fans – there’s something seriously wrong.  The last time I checked, they didn’t kick folks out of the arena for wearing tank tops.

But I digress.  I just think it’s a matter of “taste in clothing.”  I’m a rockstar in every aspect of the word.  From the shades, to the vests, to the GUNS, all the way to the attitude itself.  If you don’t GET the gimmick, then you’re probably not going to LIKE the gimmick.

Here’s a quote directly from their blog:

Please Elaborate

After my post on “Horrible, Horrible Opinions“, I can’t help but to have a different outlook on what you readers like.  I don’t want to bash your opinions on other wrestlers or why you like to see them perform… but you blew me away by some of the comments.  It wasn’t just one comment – there were several comments that confused me.

What do you like in a wrestler?  Do you like the fact that he’s in shape?  That he actually LOOKS like a wrestler?  Or does that not matter at all?  Do you like a guy that makes the crowd pop… even if that guy can’t wrestle?  Based on some of the comments, I’m seeing a totally different list of wrestlers being mentioned than I thought I’d see.  Some of the people mentioned in your lists… well, I see the complete opposite in them than you do.

I’m trying to figure out if it’s just because you’re used to seeing those guys wrestle… and they’re the best in that particular company.  Or if you’ve seen several different independent shows and you STILL think those guys are great.  It’s really odd to me when you ask someone who their favorite wrestler is and their response is Kung Fu-Naki instead of Randy Orton.  I’m getting the feeling you’re answering my question similar to that example.

Accepting Criticism

Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to be a Major League Baseball player during the steroid era?  How would it feel to be berated by every baseball columnist on television, radio or print?  How would it feel to have people bad mouth you day after day?

What about football?  If you had a bad performance, how would you take the criticism?  You think you could take it?  Or do you think you’d get really upset or self-conscious about your next moves on the field?  Would you retaliate?  And if you did retaliate, how would you do it?

Well, there’s a good reason I’m bringing this all up.  Since this blog became a part of Memphis Sport’s site, I started surfing around and looking at some of the other blogs.  Well, during my viewing experience, I ran across a Riverkings’ hockey blog.  I was a little curious if the blog ever mentioned me… so, being the mark for myself that I am (a fan of my own work) I sifted through the content only to find a few pictures of me!  (one posted here)  All right!  Now, what does it say? 

Horrible, Horrible Opinions

I’m telling you this right now – there’s people out there reporting on wrestling and have no clue what they’re talking about.  I’m not just singling out one or two individuals.  I’m talking about the majority of what you read is nothing more than a padded lie.  Padded, simply meaning, everything is over-exaggerated.

Please, allow me to explain.

If you read a report that says the attendance was 80-100, I guarantee you that the attendance was REALLY 30-40.  If you read that a match was “four star”, it probably was a “two star” match.  If you read some of these reports, you’d think WrestleMania was taking place in those small towns. 

Memphis Wrestling v/s N.E.W.

For a few weeks now, I’ve been hearing about a Memphis Wrestling show being run in West Memphis, AR in late February.  Today, I heard a little more about the  show and it really got me thinking.  Why do wrestling companies always want to run shows in the same town as other shows are already run in?

I’m not pointing the finger at Corey Maclin or Memphis Wrestling because I feel that they should’ve been running shows all along.  But take Dyersburg, TN for instance.  At one point, there were actually THREE different wrestling companies running shows within the same week.  Two of them were run on the same night!  Why do wrestling promoters always think they can run the same town as another company and be successful?

When I heard Memphis Wrestling was going to have a show in West Memphis, I thought about NEW – Ken Wayne’s wrestling promotion.  He’s been running a wrestling show in West Memphis for several months now… and all of a sudden, Memphis Wrestling is going to run right down the street from them.  This makes me wonder if Memphis Wrestling is purposely spitting in Ken’s face with this move.  Does Memphis Wrestling know that Ken runs a show in West Memphis?  Of course they do.  So, why else would they pull this move?  My guess would be – because they can.

Who’s your “Wrestler?”

There has been a lot of discussion about Mickey Rourke and the award winning film, The Wrestler.  I’ve seen the movie and I posted my movie review a few weeks back.  If you missed it, then take a look HERE.  I’ve also read other reviews on the film and I think it’s been very well received.  Some loved it, some hated it.  But I wanted to touch on a different aspect of the movie, today.

Who does The Wrestler remind you of?  Who’s your Randy “The Ram” Robinson?

Whether you’re a fan of wrestling or you’re a wrestler yourself – The Wrestler reminds you of someone you’ve come in contact with in the business… or it reminds you of a wrestler that you used to watch as a kid.  In a recent poll on this site, we all learned that over 70% of the readers (you!) are involved with the independent wrestling scene in some way or form.  You’re either a wrestler or you go to the local shows.  We’ve all seen the old-timers… we’ve seen their ups and downs.  So… who’s The Wrestler?

We’ve all heard the horror stories about Jake Roberts, Lex Luger, Dynamite Kid… we know the history.  Those are obvious choices.  But I really didn’t see those guys when I was watching the film.  However, I did get an old Memphis Wrestling vibe, while watching.

So, answer the question – who’s your “Wrestler?”  Post your answer in the comments section.

Five Starr @ Tigers/Rice Game

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[iPhone] Five Starr at the Tigers game on 12seconds.tv

Big News!

For those of you who follow the “tweets”, you’d already know that there was big news on the way.  And now – IT’S HERE!

You should be seeing a little bit of a different look on the website today.  Look a little bit harder… look at the top of the page and look at the web address in your browser.  The World of Wrestling is now an official part of MemphisSport.net!

The blog has been opened up and exposed to a brand new viewing audience!  Memphis Sport Magazine viewers will be able to get direct access to this blog from Memphis Sport’s homepage!  Everyone will get The Starr Treatment from here on out.

What does this mean to you?  Well, it means that more people will be reading… more people will have different opinions on the topics we discuss… and for those of you who like to post controversial comments – you now have competition!

More on the details later – headed out to the Memphis Tigers’ basketball game!  What can I say?  I’m a homer!

Kayfabe

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There have been many, many comments on the blog as of late pertaining to kayfabe.  Some of you ask the questions about why can’t we just keep the business kayfabe like it used to be.  Why must we tell-all about the world of wrestling.  “Haven’t you ever heard of kayfabe before!?”  I’ve seen so many comments on this subject that it’s sorta crazy to me.

Let’s think about this for a moment, shall we?