The Empire Wrestling Federation by TM and Mike M

[Mike M]

Episode 012 of the Empire Wrestling Federation
Live from the Knickerbocker Arena, Albany, NY
02-23-2008

1. Danny Hodge vs. Mr. X

Danny Hodge tries to get back on track in this match after getting decimated by King Kong Bundy a few weeks back. He does so in a big way, taking out the masked Mr. X in 2 moves, including his patented Oklahoma Side Roll.

Result: Danny Hodge by PIN with OKLAHOMA SIDE ROLL

2. Jimmy Snuka vs. Pepper Gomez

The crowd expected the savage Snuka to dominate the match, but it wasn’t meant to be. Pepper Gomez got the crowd behind him as the match progressed and confused Snuka on the outside by going under the ring and coming out the other side and attacking Snuka with his back turned. Gomez got the surprise win following the Mexican Cradle.

Result: Pepper Gomez by PIN by MEXICAN CRADLE

3. Flying Red Heads vs. Samoan Island Tribe

The Samoan Team visits the EWF from the HWA. Their first challenge is from the Flying Redheads, who control the match and live up to their name, winning with a flying deathjump.

Result: Billy Red Lyons by PIN on Alofa

4. Ted DiBiase vs. Buddy Rose

The feud between DiBiase and Williams against Blonde Ambition continues to heat up. DiBiase controlled most of the match before Greg Valentine came down to ringside and threw a foreign object into the ring and distracted the ref. However, the scene did not turn out the same as the previous week as DiBiase wrestled the object away from Rose and blasted him with it. Unfortunately for DiBiase, the referee in this match caught him in the act and disqualified him for it.

Result: Buddy Rose by Disqualification

5. Waldek Kowalski vs. Timber

These two meet again after their inconclusive match last week. Once again the match spilled outside the ring and got physical. Kowalski’s temper got the best of him and he didn’t heed the ref’s warnings and was disqualified. It looks like this feud will continue to rage on.

Result: Timber by Disqualification

As Kowalski was going up the ramp he accidentally bumped into Strangler Lewis, who was coming the other way. Lewis was not pleased by this and had some choice words for Kowalski. The two got in each other’s faces and were separated by officials. Once the commotion died down Lewis entered the ring with a microphone.

EL: Yukon Eric, I’ve had enough of your crap. No more sneak attacks. Next week I want you to meet me one-on-one in the ring…man to man. I will make you submit or I will never show my face in the EWF again. And that’s a promise!

6. Diamond Dallas Page vs. Larry Zbyszko

The Albany fans were really into this one and were totally behind DDP. The excitement got the best of DDP as the referee decided he went too far on the outside of the ring and gave the decision to Zbyszko. However, the real drama came after the match. As Page was pleading his case, Zbyszko removed the floor padding and low blowed DDP and set him up for a piledriver on the floor. Luckily for the fan favorite he was able to block it and reversed it into a Diamond Cutter on the concrete. Zbyszko doesn’t look good- and he might be out for a while.

Result: Larry Zbyszko by Disqualification (Zbyszko injured)

7. Antonio Rocca vs. Gorgeous George

The battle between the two men in last week’s main event that were not involved in the decision. Rocca has his sights set on another chance at Buddy Rogers’ EWF championship and knows he has to go through George to get it. A number of near falls happened in this 5-star classic. During the finish Gorgeous George threw Rocca outside the ring, when Buddy Rogers came out of the crowd, grabbed a chair and nailed Rocca in the shin. Rocca was able to beat the ref’s 10-count, but couldn’t stand the pain on his shin when Gorgeous George applied the Spinning Toe Hold. Post-match, George celebrated in the ring as Buddy Rogers left with a smile on his face.

Result: Gorgeous George by SUBMISSION with SPINNING TOE HOLD

[Mike M]

Episode 013 of the Empire Wrestling Federation
Live from the Onondoga County War Memorial, Syracuse, NY
03-01-2008

1. Danny Hodge vs. George South
This is another showcase for the talents of Danny Hodge. He makes quick work of George South and makes him tap out to the Indian Deathlock.

Result: Danny Hodge by SUBMISSION

2. Blonde Ambition (Greg Valentine and Buddy Rose) vs. Larry Sharpe and Mr. X

Prior to the match Blonde Ambition grabbed the mic and declared that they were tired of always beating up on Steve Williams and Ted DiBiase and were looking for some tougher competition. They didn’t quite get that this week. The duo continued to batter Larry Sharpe until a falling elbow hammer from Greg Valentine did him in.

Result: Greg Valentine by PIN on Larry Sharpe

3. Pepper Gomez vs. Jimmy Snuka

This is an anticipated matchup from last week’s shocker. The savage Jimmy Snuka was irate after the surprise loss to Pepper Gomez last week. Few people have given Gomez the chance to beat Snuka twice in a row; however he shocked the world and beat Snuka yet again. This time he kept the match close and when Snuka tried to hit Gomez in the stomach, the man with the cast-iron stomach just shrugged it off. He then hit Snuka with a standing drop kick into the turnbuckle, and when he bounced back, Gomez rolled him up for the 1, 2, 3.

Result: Pepper Gomez by PIN

4. Ted DiBiase and Steve Williams vs. Samoan Island Tribe

The Samoans meet their second test in the EWF, the Midwestern tough guys, DiBiase and Williams. A ton of hard hitting action in this one, but the hardest hit came from Doctor Death in the form of an Oklahoma Stampede.

Result: Steve Williams by PIN with OKLAHOMA STAMPEDE on Samu

Gorgeous George and Cheri Dupree come out to the interview platform with Craig DeGeorge. They are quickly joined by the EWF Champion, Buddy Rogers, who struts out from the back.

BR: Once again the Nature Boy has proven that there is no worthy competition for his EWF Championship. My good friend here Mr. George and I have disposed of those two lowly immigrants. It looks like I will have to retire with the championship, or maybe go on a world tour, as there is no…

Antonino Rocca and Ilio DiPaolo interrupt.

AR: Hold on a second there champ. The two of us may have lost the matches, but we never lost our integrity. That is more than I can say for the two of you.

ID: That’s why we have a challenge to you two. We challenge you to a tag team match tonight. If we lose, then neither of us can challenge you for the title again as long as you are champion. But if we win, then one of us gets a title shot from you in 2 weeks in my adopted home in Buffalo, NY!

Rogers and George talk it over shortly and then share a laugh.

BR: So we beat you two once more and I never have to hear you complaining about title matches ever again? Sure kids, you’re on.

With that we have the main event of the evening all set.

5. Waldek Kowalski vs. Timber

The last two weeks these two men faced each other. Both picked up victories, but neither was very conclusive. These two battled all over the ring and the ringside area yet again. The ref was more lax with the rules this time and let these two warriors decide the match. In the end Kowalski was able to cinch in the Claw Hold and got the submission win.

Result: Waldek Kowalski by SUBMISSION with CLAW HOLD

As Kowalski was celebrating and walking back up the aisle, “Strangler” Lewis was making his way down to ringside for his match. As Kowalski turned around after shaking hands with fans, he ran into Lewis for the second week in a row. Lewis slugged Kowalski and the two started to brawl this time before they were separated by officials. When Lewis finally made his way to the ring, he demanded a microphone.

EL: KOWALSKI IS A PUNK, BUT I’VE GOT BIGGER FISH TO FRY! I’LL DEAL WITH YOU LATER…. FOR NOW, GET YOUR ASS DOWN HERE YUKON ERIC!!! I’M GONNA MAKE YOU TAP!!!

6. Ed “Strangler” Lewis vs. Yukon Eric (Lewis leaves the EWF if he cannot make Eric submit)

Strangler Lewis was worked up after his altercation with Kowalski and that anger carried over to his match with arch-rival Yukon Eric. Eric was successful last time these two met, but could barely get in any offense this time around. Lewis lived up to his claim and made Yukon Eric submit to the Strangler’s Headlock. The Strangler had an almost maniacal look of satisfaction on his face as he walked to the back.

Result: Strangler Lewis by SUBMISSION with STRANGLER’S HEADLOCK.

7. Antonio Rocca and Ilio DiPaolo vs. Buddy Rogers and Gorgeous George

The fans were pumped for the main event and were totally behind the team of Rocca and DiPaolo. Much like the last time these two met, Rogers was in command most of the time he was in the ring. While DiPaolo and George were busy battling outside the ring, Rogers was beating on Rocca in the corner. The ref warned Rogers to lay off multiple times until a frustrated Nature Boy shoved the ref out of the way. The ref rang for the bell and awarded the victory to the team of Rocca and DiPaolo by disqualification. Buddy Rogers had a shocked look on his face as he knew he was facing a title defense in two weeks. But against which of these two fan favorites?

Result: Antonino Rocca by Disqualification on Buddy Rogers

[Mike M]

Episode 014 of the Empire Wrestling Federation
Live from the Rochester War Memorial, Rochester, NY
03-08-2008

1. Red Bastien vs. Larry Sharpe

The Flying Redheads tried their hand at singles competition this week. In this match, Red Bastien makes quick work of Larry Sharpe, forcing him to tap out to the Boston Crab.

Result: Red Bastien by Submission

2. Blonde Ambition (Greg Valentine and Buddy Rose) vs. Samoan Island Tribe

The Samoans finish up their 3 week tour of the EWF, facing the obnoxious blonde duo of Valentine and Rose. Samu and Alofa haven’t had much success in the EWF and tonight was no different. While Buddy Rose gave the Bombs Away to Alofa on the floor, Greg Valentine was making Samu tap out to the patented Figure Four Leglock. After the match the Blondes were commenting to the camera that it was nice to have some good competition for once, unlike those times they dominated Ted DiBiase and Steve Williams.

Result: Greg Valentine by Submission with the FIGURE FOUR LEGLOCK on Samu

3. King Kong Bundy vs. Billy Red Lyons

The other half of the Flying Redheads was in singles competition as well, but against much stiffer competition than Bastien. Billy Red Lyons was the latest Junior Heavyweight challenge for the massive King Kong Bundy. Bundy decimated Lyons like he does many an opponent, finishing him off with the Avalanche and asking the ref for a 5 count. However, Bundy wasn’t done yet. After getting the win, Bundy picked up Lyons and screamed that he was going to retire him. However, before any more damage could be done, Lyons’ partner Red Bastien stormed the ring, and Bundy slid out of the ring at the order of Bobby Heenan, satisfied with his victory.

Result: King Kong Bundy by PIN with the AVALANCHE (5 Count)
4. Ted DiBiase and Steve Williams vs. Los Conquistadores

It was announced before this match that the team of Ted DiBiase and Steve Williams would be facing Blonde Ambition next week on the huge card in Buffalo, NY. This time however, it would be a Texas Tornado Tag Team Match, with no disqualifications. This week, DiBiase and Williams had a tune up match, facing the infamous Los Conquistadores. The Latin duo proved little challenge for the Midwest powerhouses. Blonde Ambition came down to ringside and tried to slip Conquistador #1 a foreign object, but he was cut off by Ted DiBiase. In the commotion, Conquistador #2 was caught from behind by a crushing German Suplex from Steve Williams to pick up the win.

Result: Steve Williams by PIN on El Conquistador #2

5. Diamond Dallas Page vs. Ray Stevens

DDP controlled this match against the returning member of the Heenan Family. He looked ready to deliver the Diamond Cutter, when Larry Zbyszko came out from the crowd. Zbyszko grabbed a chair and nailed Page with it. Larry Legend then set DDP up for a deadly piledriver on the steel chair. Diamond Dallas Page may have won the match by disqualification, but he looks to be in pretty bad shape.

Result: Diamond Dallas Page by Disqualification

As the medics were attending to Diamond Dallas Page, Craig DeGeorge welcomed another returning Heenan Family member, Nick Bockwinkel.

CDG: Welcome back home Mr. Bockwinkel. I understand that you were back in your home state of California recently.

NB: That’s right. I had to pay a visit to a certain Royal Pain in the Ass. But now I’m back in the EWF. I’m looking for some tough competition, while Ray continues to fully heal up. Unfortunately most of the tough competition around here seems to be booked up. However, if there is anyone in that back who thinks they are tough enough to face me, come on out.

The crowd looks to the entry way and erupts into a roar when Danny Hodge appears.

DH: Hey Bockwinkel, my dance card is wide open. Let’s say the two of us hit the ring right now and I’ll show you how tough I am.

NB: I asked for some tough competition, not some small-time jobber like you. If I had my wrestling gear with me tonight I would take you on right now. Unfortunately my luggage was lost coming back from the West Coast. However, I will have my gear with me next week in Buffalo. If you are as tough as you say you are, I’ll see you then.

DH: You’re on!

6. Waldek Kowalski and Yukon Eric vs. Ed “Strangler” Lewis and Timber

This was a wild tag team encounter, as there was bad blood all around. Lewis seemed to be in his own intense world, and as a result Kowalski and Yukon Eric functioned more as a team than Lewis and Timber. This came to a head when Lewis began berating Timber in their corner. Finally, Timber had enough and decided to nail Lewis with his barbed wire axe-handle and walked out. A stunned Kowalski took advantage and rolled up the Strangler. Realizing he lost, Ed Lewis snapped! He grabbed a ringside chair and assaulted an unsuspecting Yukon Eric to the point of bloodying him. Kowalski came to his rescue, but officials were able to get between him and Lewis before too much damage was done. This war is far from over!

Result: Waldek Kowalski by PIN on Ed Lewis

7. Antonio Rocca vs. Ilio DiPaolo

It was announced earlier in the night that these two partners from last week would meet up in the main event to decide who would face the EWF Champion Buddy Rogers next week in Buffalo for the title. Buddy Rogers and Gorgeous George came down to ringside to witness the match first hand. This was a true 5 star encounter and an early match of the year candidate. Both men kicked out multiple times, including out of each other’s finishers. It looked like Ilio would hit Rocca with another Airplane Spin, but Rocca was able to get out of the hold and hit the Argentine Backbreaker for the win.

Result: Antonio Rocca by PIN with ARGENTINE BACKBREAKER

Both men were exhausted and looked like easy pickings for Rogers and George, who entered the ring to take out the two international heroes. Gorgeous George locked Ilio DiPaolo into the Spinning Toe Hold, while Buddy Rogers locked Antonio Rocca into the Figure Four Grapevine. Officials were eventually able to stop the holds, but a clear message was sent to both fan-favorites.

[Mike M]

Episode 015 of the Empire Wrestling Federation
Live from the War Memorial Auditorium, Buffalo, NY
03-15-2008

Gorilla Monsoon: Hello and welcome everybody to the EWF spectacular here live from Buffalo. I’m joined here by…

Bobby Heenan: Your HOST Bobby “The Brain” Heenan. Wow, when they said we were going to Buffalo, they didn’t tell me there would be buffalos in the audience.

GM: What are you talking about?

BH: Have you seen the size of the women in this town?

GM: Every time that I think I’ve figured you out, you sink to a new low.

BH: Gesundheidt.

GM: [Shaking his head] Anyway, tonight we have a blockbuster of a card. Two big title matches, with the first one featuring EWF Champion Buddy Rogers defending against Antonio Rocca, and then there is your man, Ravishing Rick Rude.

BH: That’s right, the LWA Heavyweight champion “Ravishing” Rick Rude defends the title against some bozo.

GM: That’s Bobo! As in the dynamic Bobo Brazil. Let’s kick things off with a match between two men that has been hot these last few weeks, Pepper Gomez and Jimmy Snuka. Much to everyone’s surprise Gomez has taken the first 2 matches between them. Let’s see if the 3rd time is the charm for the Superfly.

1. Pepper Gomez vs. The Savage Snuka

The wildman Snuka was infuriated after losing his last 2 matches to Gomez. He took out his frustrations on Gomez and controlled most of the match. Snuka tried a Superfly Leap but landed on Pepper Gomez’ abdomen and the “Man with the Iron Stomach” kicked out. Snuka then tried another Superfly Leap and hit Gomez in the head and got the pin. After the match Snuka hit another Superfly Leap to Gomez’ head and Gomez needed to be taken out on a stretcher.

Result: Jimmy Snuka by PIN with SUPERFLY LEAP. Pepper Gomez injured 5 cards.

GM: A horrific display by the Savage Snuka. Someone needs to get that man under control.

BH: Don’t look at me. I’m staying as far away from that guy as possible. Excuse me Monsoon, I have some important business to attend to.

GM: The business that Brain speaks of is our next match, featuring Heenan family member King Kong Bundy taking on Red Bastien. This match was signed after Bundy injured Bastien’s tag partner Billy Red Lyons. Let’s see if Bastien can avenge his partner.

2. King Kong Bundy vs. Red Bastien

Bundy tried toying around with the smaller Bastien, as he has tried to do with other cruiserweights. Bastien however put up a fight and Bundy had to get down to business. After a struggle, Bundy was able to hit the Avalanche and would have been able to get a 3 count. However, when Bundy insisted on a 5 count, Bastien was able to kick out. This set off the big man from Atlantic City, who continued to pound on Bastien while ignoring the referee’s warnings. The ref finally had enough of Bundy’s antics and called for the bell, awarding the match to Red Bastien.

Result: Red Bastien by Disqualification

GM: What a turn of events. Just when it looked like Bundy was going to pick up the victory, his cockiness got the best of him and it cost him the match. Maybe the next match will go more to the Brain’s liking. His charge Nick Bockwinkel is set to take on the man who got the surprise pin on him a short time ago, the impressive Danny Hodge.

3. Nick Bockwinkel vs. Danny Hodge

The tough man from Oklahoma was not able to surprise Bockwinkel this time, who underestimated Hodge in their last impromptu match. Hodge put up a fight as he always does, but eventually fell victim to a well-timed Bobby Heenan distraction, which lead to a Bockwinkel sleeper and a win for the man from Hollywood.

Result: Nick Bockwinkel by submission with the BOCKWINKEL SLEEPER

GM: A big win for Nick Bockwinkel, but as expected he did receive a little help from the Brain.

BH: What are you talking about? That match was all Bockwinkel, I was minding my own business the entire time.

GM: How about that extracurricular activity of yours outside the ring?

BH: I was just pointing out to Hodge that I though his boot was untied. It’s called being polite.

GM: Is that what you call polite? You really are unbelievable. I’m being told that it is now time for another exciting rivalry that has captivated the EWF audience. I’m talking about Diamond Dallas Page and Larry Zbyszko!

4. Diamond Dallas Page vs. Larry Zbyszko

These two men come into the match with a number of bumps and bruises inflicted on each other. Those expecting a scientific encounter were surely disappointed, as this was an all-out brawl. The battle went in and out of the ring. In the end, Zbyszko was able to catch DDP with his patented Piledriver for the win. After the match, Zbyszko tried to end his opponent’s career. He took Page outside and removed the protective mat and tried another piledriver outside the ring. Luckily DDP was able to get out of the move and hit a Diamond Cutter on Zbyszko out of nowhere onto the concrete. While he clearly had bad intentions, in the end it was Larry Zbyszko who took the worse end of the match.

Result: Larry Zbyszko by PIN with the PILEDRIVER

GM: This one looks far from over. It’s just a matter of when Zbyszko will be able to return. He took a hard shot.

BH: If I was Larry Zbyszko I would sue this Diamond Dallas Page. Did you see how he intentionally tried to end Zbyszko’s career?

GM: Do you need your eyes checked? It was Zbyszko who was trying to end DDP’s career. Luckily for DDP he was able to reverse the piledriver. Not so lucky for the Living Legend.

BH: Given Page’s record, he really needs to change his name. I’m thinking Cubic Zarconia Dallas Page.

GM: Are you finished? Next up we have Buffalo’s adopted son, Ilio Dipaolo, against his arch-enemy, Gorgeous George.

5. Ilio Dipaolo vs. Gorgeous George

The crowd erupts as the hometown hero Ilio Dipaolo appears before the Buffalo crowd. The cheers change to a chorus of boos, as Gorgeous George makes his way to the ring and undergoes a long pre-match ritual. The ritual was broken up by Dipaolo, who starts off the match like a house of fire. Dipaolo hit an Airplane Spin, but the ref was occupied by Cheri Dupree. The distraction presented an opening for Gorgeous George, who blinded the Italian with a bobby pin to the face. Much to the fans’ dismay, the match ended with Dipaolo tapping out to Gorgeous George’s patented Spinning Toe Hold.

Result: Gorgeous George by Submission with the SPINNING TOE HOLD

GM: A disappointing result for the Buffalo audience.

BH: Yep, I guess its back to making calzones for Ilio.

GM: Hardly. I’m sure we’ll see Ilio back to his winning ways in no time. Now it’s time for a match that many people have been waiting to see.

BH: Sorry, Monsoon, but neither of these gentlemen are part of the Heenan Family, so I doubt there is really much interest.

GM: I doubt the Heenan Family would want any part of Waldek Kowalski or Ed Lewis. These two have had a number of run-ins the past couple weeks, but this is their first one-on-one encounter.

6. Waldek Kowalski vs. Ed “Strangler” Lewis

These two men just plain don’t like each other and it showed. Both men inflicted some brutal shots on each other and the referee was quite lax with the rule book. Kowalski was never able to successfully get the Claw Hold cinched in. However, Lewis was able to get the Strangler’s Headlock locked on. Kowalski was able to keep from submitting for a couple minutes in the move. However, the pain was eventually too much and Kowalski passed out and the match was awarded to Ed Lewis. After the match Yukon Eric came down to the ring to assist his friend Kowalski. Kowalski pushed Yukon away refusing his help in getting back to the dressing room.

Result: Ed “Strangler” Lewis by Submission by STRANGLER’S HEADLOCK

GM: Quite a showing there by the Strangler. I’ve never seen anyone handle Kowalski like that. However, you really have to hand it to Waldek for not giving up despite the pain that he was obviously in.

BH: I think that he just didn’t know the English words for “I quit”, so the ref didn’t know what he was talking about.

GM: Regardless, I believe that Kowalski will look to get his hands on Lewis again and I can’t wait for that wild encounter. And speaking of wild encounters, this next encounter will certainly be a barnburner.

BH: That’s right Monsoon. These two teams have had a number of disputed finishes and now its time to settle this under Colorado Cyclone rules!

GM: That’s Texas Tornado rules, and this match will hopefully settle the long standing feud between Ted DiBiase and Steve Williams and Blonde Ambition.

Texas Tornado Tag Team Match
7. Ted DiBiase & Steve Williams vs. Blonde Ambition (Greg Valentine & Buddy Rose)

A standard tag team match could not settle this feud, so the EWF’s first Texas Tornado match was signed. In this match, all 4 men are allowed in the ring at the same time and anyone can pin anyone at any time. This match was a wild affair, in and out of the ring, and with no disqualification, all sorts of tactics were used. All 4 men were busted open during the match. In the end, Doctor Death hit Playboy Buddy Rose with the Oklahoma Stampede and knocked him out of the ring. Williams and DiBiase followed up with a double DDT on Greg Valentine and DiBiase scored the pinfall in the blowoff to this huge feud.

Result: Ted DiBiase and Steve Williams by PIN with Double DDT on Greg Valentine

GM: Wow, what a match. The blood was really flowing in that one Brain.

BH: No kidding Monsoon, for a while I thought it was the Flying Redheads fighting instead of Blonde Ambition.

GM: A big win for DiBiase and Williams. They have to be a big favorite for the newly announced EWF tag team title that will be awarded in a few weeks.

BH: Big favorite? I’m sorry, but the big favorites are not those 2 rednecks…the favorites are the Heenan Family duo of Nick Bockwinkel and Ray Stevens.

GM: We will see who the best team is in a few short weeks. In the meantime, there is one EWF title of concern and that matchup is up next. Antonio Rocca gets another shot at Buddy Rogers. Let’s go to the ring!

EWF Heavyweight Championship
8. Buddy Rogers vs. Antonio Rocca

The fans were totally behind Antonio Rocca in this one. The champion and challenger were even throughout the match and both men were able to get out of eachother’s finishers. The finish came when Rocca was able to successfully hit the Argentine Backbreaker. However, as the ref was counting the pinfall, a mysterious man in sunglasses jumped into the ring and broke up the pin. The referee called for the disqualification, much to the fans’ disappointment. Rogers and the mysterious stranger went back to the dressing room together.

Result: Rocca by disqualification

GM: A travesty of justice there, as Antonio Rocca looked to be the new champion, but Buddy Rogers escapes yet again. Just who was that man who saved Roger’s title?

BH: Monsoon, does it really matter? There is only one title that REALLY matters and that is the LWA Heavyweight Championship. And the man who holds that title is Ravishing Rick Rude. Excuse me while I go see to the champ.

GM: Well, I’m sure we will have an update soon on exactly who Buddy Rogers’ new friend is. In the meantime, it’s time for our Main Event. LWA Champion Rick Rude defends against Midwest fan-favorite Bobo Brazil!

LWA Heavyweight Championship
9. “Ravishing” Rick Rude vs. Bobo Brazil

The LWA champion addresses the “Buffalo Blubberheads” before the match to a chorus of boos. Those boos changed to overwhelming cheers as the HWA’s Bobo Brazil is introduced to the audience. Brazil controlled the match, landing a number of Coco Butts. However, every time Brazil went for the pin, manager Bobby Heenan interjected himself into the match. Eventually the referee had enough and ejected Heenan to the back. The Brain obviously did not go quietly. The match continued and Rude was able to get back into the match despite the absence of his manager. There was a near fall counted at one point and it appeared that Bobo Brazil had won the LWA title, but a second ref came down to ringside and informed the official that Rude’s foot was under the rope. The match was restarted and after some more back and forth between the 2 men, Rude was able to hit 2 consecutive Rude Awakenings and walked away still champion.

Result: Rick Rude by PIN with RUDE AWAKENING

GM: What an exhilarating match! I’m sure my broadcast colleague wasn’t happy about being tossed out, but he had to be happy with the end result. I’m also sure that the HWA can’t be happy with the restart of the match after it appeared that Bobo Brazil had won the title. It goes down in the books as a defense for Rude, but I’m sure that this won’t be the last encounter between these 2 gentlemen. That’s all we have here from Buffalo. I hope you enjoyed this night of EWF action. Please join us again next time.

[Mike M]

Coming out of the big card at the War Memorial Auditorium in Buffalo, here's an update on EWF wrestlers who have been injured:

Injury Update:

Buddy Rose- even though EWF medical personnel cleared him over a month ago, Buddy Rose claims that his bad back is still injured and demands that he be listed on the injury report.

Larry Zbyszko- Turnabout may be fair play, but Larry Legend isn’t laughing. DDP’s Diamond Cutter after the conclusion of their match severely injured Zbyszko and it looks like he will be out of action for about 5-6 weeks, meaning he will be unable to compete in his hometown of Pittsburgh on April 19.

Pepper Gomez- Gomez appeared to take a SUPERFLY to his head, causing a concussion and damage to his neck. EWF doctors are taking no chances and have indicated that he will be out at least a month if not two.

[Mike M]

(The EWF Logo Flashes on the screen and the camera pans in on Sean Mooney, sitting behind a desk).

Sean Mooney: Hello everyone I'm Sean Mooney. Erie, PA better be ready, because the Empire Wrestling Federation is coming to the Erie County Fieldhouse this Saturday, March 22nd!

EWF Heavyweight Champion Buddy Rogers is scheduled to appear. The Nature Boy has promised to identify the mystery man who came out at the end of his title defense against Antonino Rocca.

The EWF will crown its first-ever Tag Team Champions next month in Pittsburgh. The tournament will begin in Erie with two quarterfinal matches.

Diamond Dallas Page survived his match against Larry Zbyszko and will see action this week.

Ed “Strangler” Lewis looks to continue his winning ways in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

Antonino Rocca, Ilio DiPaolo, Gorgeous George, and Wladek Kowalski are all scheduled to appear as well. The Heenan Family will be represented in Erie by Nick Bockwinkel and Ray Stevens. Tickets are available at the Fieldhouse Box Office and all Ticketmaster Outlets. Don't miss out on all the action! Get your tickets now!

[Mike M]

Episode 16 of the Empire Wrestling Federation
Live from the Erie County Fieldhouse, Erie, PA
03-22-2008

1. Mike Quackenbush vs. George South

The young Quakenbush made his EWF debut against the veteran George South. The rookie delighted the fans with an impressive showing before hitting a flying body press off the top rope for the win.

Result: Quackenbush by PIN

2. Diamond Dallas Page vs. Larry Sharpe

DDP showcased his superior skills in this match, and when Larry Sharpe tried to take things outside, he received a Diamond Cutter for his troubles.

Result: DDP by Count Out

3. Ed Lewis vs. Timber

This was a brawl, but the Strangler used his superior grappling skills to gain the advantage and then finished things off with his famous headlock.

Result: Lewis by SUB with the STRANGLER'S HEADLOCK

EWF Tag Team Title Tournament Quarterfinals Match
4. Flying Redheads vs. Wladek Kowalski & Yukon Eric

Kowalski and Eric used their size and strength to ground the Redheads. Billy "Red" Lyons started things off for his side, but he was brutalized by his larger opponents. Finally, he was able to make the hot tag to Bastien, but the other half of the Redheads couldn't fair much better without his partner able to make their trademark quick tags. Kowalski, in particular, was a steamroller in this match, and he ended things with the claw hold.

Result: Kowalski SUB Bastien with CLAW HOLD

EWF Tag Team Title Tournament Quarterfinals Match
5. Bockwinkel & Stevens vs. Los Conquistadors

This match was never competitive. Bockwinkel and Stevens totally outclassed their opponents from "South of the border". The match was mercifully ended when Bockwinkel put the Iron Conquistador (Conquistador #2) in the Bockwinkel Sleeper.

Result: Bockwinkel SUB the Iron Conquistador with Bockwinkel Sleeper

6. Mean Gene interview segment with “Nature Boy” Buddy Rogers

MG: Ladies and gentlemen, my guest at this time: EWF Champion BUDDY ROGERS!!!!

Buddy Rogers came out to the ring accompanied by Gorgeous George, Cherie Dupre and the mystery man in sunglasses and a suit who interfered in his title defense at the War Memorial Auditorium in Buffalo last week. The crowd jeered the three men as they entered the ring.

MG: Buddy Rogers, all the fans in Buffalo saw you take the easy way out last week against the great Antonino Rocca. They all have one question: why?

BR: Take the easy way out? Gene, you must have been watching a different match. I didn’t take the easy way out. The way I see it, my new manager saved that mongrel from the beating of his lifetime. If he hadn’t stopped things, things would have gotten real ugly, real fast!

EF: That’s right, Nature Boy! I’m a compassionate man, but that was a one time-only save for Mr. Rocca. The next time that he’s foolish enough to mess with you, I’ll let him get what he deserves!

MG: Excuse me, but who are you?

EF: You don’t recognize me?

MG: Not at all.

EF: Well, I suppose that a dullard like you doesn’t get to rub elbows with the elite very often.

MG: Excuse me?

EF: All right, I’ll speak slowly so that you can understand. I am Elegant Eddie Fyne, and I am the greatest mind in wrestling today. As one would expect, I’m assembling the greatest stable in the world today.

MG: I’m assuming that this is why Gorgeous George is here with Cherie Dupre.

EF: Your assumption is correct. Maybe you aren’t as stupid as you look. Not only are Eddie’s Elite the most talented men in the EWF, but we have the most style as well.

MG: Gorgeous George, what do you have to say about all of this?

EF: The Gorgeous One will not be fielding any questions from peons like you today. In fact, this interview is over.

With that, Antonino Rocca comes out to ring and confronts the Elite!

AR: Wait just a minute. We have some unfinished business here.

EF: No, I think things were settled last week. You didn’t take advantage of your opportunity.

AR: Well, now I’m going to take the opportunity to wring your neck.

MG: Well Mr. Fyne, that sounds like a challenge to me.

EF: Well, I’m certainly not afraid of this low-life. It’s on!

MG: An impromptu singles match between….

EF: Oh, it’s not a singles match. I told you, Buddy Rogers wasn’t done with you yet, Rocca. I’ll accept the challenge, but only for a tag team match- if you can find a partner.

AR: I thought that you might say that. It just so happens I brought a friend of mine with me to Eire.

Ilio DiPaolo comes down to the ring and joins Rocca.

MG: So now, an impromptu tag-team match between….

EF: Not so fast. I said that it was a SIX man tag-team match.

MG: No you didn’t.

EF: Really? Well those are my terms. Besides, I couldn’t deny George another opportunity to slap this Italian idiot around.

DiPaolo begins to charge Fyne, but is restrained by Rocca. They then begin whispering to each other. Ilio then smiles.

AR: It just so happens that we have another friend in the back who would love to help us out here… DANNY HODGE!!!

7. Ilio DiPaolo, Danny Hodge & Antonino Rocca vs. EWF Champion Buddy Rogers, Eddie Fyne & Gorgeous George

Danny Hodge rounded out the side for the faces, forcing Eddie Fyne to back up his bravado and step in the ring. The fan-favorites controlled much of the action, but the EWF champion stepped in and cleaned house. Eddie Fyne tagged in for a minute or so after Rogers had softened up Ilio. When it looked like DiPaolo was making a comeback, Fyne tagged in Gorgeous George and ordered him to "finish things off". Unfortunately for them, George wasn't able to get it done. Ilio turned things around and hit the AIRPLANE SPIN. He then tagged in Rocca, who hit George with the ARGENTINE BACKBREAKER. Rocca then tagged in Danny Hodge. Eddie Fyne started to put the bad mouth on the Oklahoma native, who responded by decking Fyne off the ring apron with a shot to the jaw. As Buddy Rogers attended to his new manager, Hodge hit the OKLAHOMA SIDE ROLL and covered George for the win.

Result: Hodge PIN George with OKLAHOMA SIDE ROLL

[Mike M]

(The EWF Logo Flashes on the screen and the camera pans in on Sean Mooney, sitting behind a desk).

Sean Mooney: Hello everyone I'm Sean Mooney. The Empire Wrestling Federation is coming to the Richfield Coliseum this Saturday, March 29nd!

LWA Heavyweight Champion Rick Rude is scheduled to appear in tag team action with fellow Heenan Family member King Kong Bundy.

The EWF's Tag Team Championship Tournament continues with two more matches in Cleveland. The Heartbreak Express are entering the EWF claiming that they will sweep through this tournament and will be the first to grab those belts. Will the Heartbreaks be able to back up that bravado? We'll see as they face the most dominant team in the EWF: Ted DiBiase & Steve Williams!

Danny Hodge is certainly a brave man. After agreeing to help Rocca & DiPaolo last week against the Elite, he's agreed to something even more bold this week: a match with the Savage Snuka!

Antonino Rocca, Ilio DiPaolo, Gorgeous George, and Ed "Strangler" Lewis are all scheduled to appear as well. Tickets are available at the Coliseum Box Office and all Ticketmaster Outlets. Don't miss out on all the action! Get your tickets now!

[Mike M]

Episode 17 of the Empire Wrestling Federation
Live from the Richfield Coliseum, Cleveland, OH
03-29-2008

1. Mike Quackenbush vs. Gorgeous George

Newcomer Mike Quackenbush took a step up in competition this week and looked impressive in taking out the EWF veteran. Eddie Fyne protested that George got a shoulder up, but the referee wasn’t convinced.

Result: Quackenbush by PIN with the QUACKENDRIVER II.

2. Ed Lewis vs Mr. X

The Strangler dominated his opponent and made him tap inside five minutes.

Result: Lewis by SUB with the STRANGLER'S HEADLOCK

3. Danny Hodge vs. Savage Snuka

This was an amazing matchup featuring the brawling style of Snuka against the technical expertise of Hodge. Snuka gained the upper hand and finished things off with a monstrous SUPERFLY that crushed the ribs of his opponent. Hodge looked like he was hurt badly and needed medical attention.

Result: Snuka by PIN with SUPERFLY (+5)

4. Mean Gene interview segment with Rick Rude

MG: Ladies and gentlemen, my guest at this time…. The LWA Heavyweight Champion, “Ravishing” Rick Rude!

“Rump Shaker” plays as Rick Rude walks to the ring, accompanied by fellow Heenan Family member King Kong Bundy and their manager Bobby “the Brain” Heenan. After posing for the crowd, Rick Rude leans to Mean Gene.

RR: Cut my music!

MG: I guess congratulations are in order after your defense of the LWA Title two weeks ago in Buffalo. While it was controversial, it was ultimately successful.

RR: You’re right that it was controversial! I can’t believe that referee’s even allowed anywhere near an EWF ring. First, he wrongfully ejects my manager, Bobby Heenan, and then he doesn’t even notice that my foot is under the ropes.

MG: Still, Bobo Brazil did manage to get a three count.

BH: No he didn’t. “Ravishing” Rick could have kicked out if he wanted. But he just assumed that the referee had a basic knowledge of the rules. Lesson learned. Fortunately, the second official noticed his mistake and corrected it. Otherwise, my legal team would be preparing a lawsuit as we speak.

MG: So you would be open to a rematch with Brazil?

BH: He had his chance. Maybe we’ll give him another one, or maybe we’ll give some other humanoid a shot instead. We’ve taken up enough oxygen talking about those inferior athletes. Let’s talk about King Kong Bundy here. He’s obviously the most dominating force in the EWF.

KK: That’s right! I’ll squash Rogers and anyone else in my way. I’m the number one contender until someone proves me otherwise.

MG: Tonight, you two gentlemen will take on The Flying Redheads in tag team action.

BH: King Kong Bundy can beat those two midgets by himself. Adding the LWA Champion is almost an unfair advantage, but we’ll take it.

MG: Coming up next, the EWF Tag Team Title Tournament!

EWF Tag Team Title Tournament Quarterfinals Match
5. 5. DiBiase & Williams vs. the Heartbreak Express

The Heartbreak Express enter the EWF just in time to enter the EWF Tag Team Title tournament. That was the good news for Sean Davis and Phil Davis. The bad news was that they had to wrestle their first match against Ted DiBiase and Steve Williams, who came into the match with a perfect record of 8 wins and zero losses in the EWF.

DiBiase and Williams lived up to their reputation. They brutalized and bloodied Phil Davis, cutting off the ring. DiBiase signaled to the crowd that he was going to apply the FIGURE FOUR LEGLOCK when Superstar Sean Davis ran in the ring and hit DiBiase with an axe handle to the back of the neck. This clearly didn’t please DiBiase, and Superstar Sean rolled out of the ring and sprinted towards the back. An uncharacteristically enraged DiBiase gave chase, and the referee was forced to count Ted out.

Result: Phil Davis COR DiBiase

EWF Tag Team Title Tournament Quarterfinals Match
6. 6. Blonde Ambition vs. Antonino Rocca & Ilio DiPaolo

Rocca and DiPaolo were clearly fired up for this match after getting a measure of revenge on Eddie’s Elite in the main event last week. They came out like a house on fire and made short work of the Blondes.

Result: Rocca PIN Valentine with ARGENTINE BACKBREAKER

7. LWA Champion Rick Rude & King Kong Bundy vs. Flying Redheads

It was clear from the outset of this match that Rick Rude was looking for an easy night with his mammoth tag team partner and didn't really take the Flying Redheads seriously. After one too many poses in the ring, Billy "Red" Lyons turned things around and started taking it to the LWA Champ. After being busted open, Rude was able to make the tag to Bundy, who used his size to cut off the ring and squeeze the air out of the Lyons.

Result: Bundy PIN Lyons after a bear hug.

[Mike M]

The EWF Logo Flashes on the screen and the camera pans in on Sean Mooney, sitting behind a desk.

Sean Mooney: Hello everyone, I'm Sean Mooney. Cincinnati Gardens will be invaded this Saturday, April 5^th by the Empire Wrestling Federation!

EWF President Michael Todd has announced that there will be a number one contender's match to determine who will challenge Buddy Rogers for the EWF Heavyweight Title April 19^th in Pittsburgh. Bobby Heenan has secured a spot in the match for his charge, King Kong Bundy. His opponent will be none other than Ed "Strangler" Lewis!

The EWF Tag Team Title Tournament will continue as Antonino Rocca & Ilio DiPaolo will take on Killer Kowalski & Yukon Eric in one semifinal, while Nick Bockwinkel & Ray Stevens lock up with the Heartbreak Express in the other.

DDP, Red Bastien, Buddy Rose, the Savage Snuka and young Mike Quackenbush are all scheduled to appear as well. Tickets are available at the Cincinnati Gardens Office and all Ticketmaster Outlets. Don't miss out on all the action! Get your tickets now!