TWF Wednesday Grit BasH
May 18, 2011
HP Arena, San Jose, California, USA
May 18, 2011
HP Arena, San Jose, California, USA
* Warning! *
The following program is a presentation of the Total Wrestling Federation. It will contain strobe lighting effects and sudden loud noises. The program may also contain scenes which could cause offence to some viewers, including children.
Viewer Discretion is Advised!
For more information, visit TWF.com
The show begins with a cold open, showing in photographs with narration from Scott Hudson and Bryan Daniels the features of the Loser Leaves TWF Ambulance match on Sunday night. Mr. BIG was on the worse end of a severe beating for most of the match, and Ryan Jenkins called out Genesis to witness the momentous occasion where he would place Mr. BIG in the Ambulance to end his career. As Genesis turned to leave their locker room, they were greeted not just by the Cavalry and Dangerous Alliance, but the rest of the TWF roster, who gave Genesis a beat down of their own. Jenkins and Siân at ringside looked dumbstruck as a beaten Mr. BIG stumbled to his feet. Jenkins placed Mr. BIG on his shoulders and was to suplex him into the ambulance, but BIG pushed down and uttered the immortal lines "Boo‐ya and FUCK YOU". BIG smashed Ryan Jenkins with the first BIG Storm in almost eight months and Jenkins flew into the ambulance, with Biggie quickly shutting the door, attaining victory. As the bell rung, Siân attacked her former friend, stabbing him repeatedly with the heel of her shoes until Mr. BIG grabbed the shoes and threw them away. BIG slowly carried Siân to the top of the stage and near the ambulance before his trademark smirk appeared. Siân was then given an S.D.S. through the roof of the ambulance before it finally drove off, with Mr. BIG raising his right arm in ultimate victory against the side of the stage to a loud ovation.
The Grit BasH opening video then rolled and the camera cut to inside the Shark Tank as "Heavy" began to blare through the arena's PA. The pyros and fireworks went off to a loud pop and the camera then cut to Scott Hudson and Bryan Daniels who were stood between their announce table and ringside. The two stated that The Gold Card was the end of an emotional journey for one TWF superstar and we will hear from Mr. BIG at some point during the program. Daniels also boasted about the successful World Championship defence by Justin Polaris on Sunday night that was mired in controversy. Hudson informed Daniels that the TWF announced on it's social network feeds just before the show that Polaris will place his World Championship on the line against Tobias Granville here tonight! Daniels stated that TWF Executive Director Deborah Bailey will have to answer to this if Justin is hurt, injured or worse… loses his championship!
As the theme music dies down and the crowd begins to settle and sit back down in their seats… the drum rolls fill the arena! The crowd explodes… BANG! "Perfect Insanity" continues to play as Scott Hudson remarks "We didn't have to wait very long, Mr. BIG is here tonight!". Right on cue, Mr. BIG walks out with a half‐smile into the middle of the stage with a leather jacket and Megadeth t‐shirt combo, which gets a huge pop. Daniels remarks that Biggie went for the cheap pop as Megadeth is one of the member of the famed Big Four of Thrash Metal, which originated in the Bay Area of California. Daniels brings up the fact that there was a rumor trending on Twitter just before he came down to the ring that Mr. BIG will address tonight. Biggie walks down the ramp and high‐fives all of the fans on the left side, before doing his old entrance routine of walking around the ring and continuing to slap the hands of the fans right around ringside. When he reaches the announce table, he slaps Scott Hudson's hand to which Daniels remarks "well, we always knew you were biased". As Karli Andrews announces his arrival, he waits for her to finish with a smile before he gives her a big hug and then he walks up the ring steps to a huge cheer and enters the ring to pose on the turnbuckles, with the fans clapping and applauding.
Mr. BIG poses on all four turnbuckles before grabbing the microphone left for him on the ring apron. As his music fades, there are loud cheers and slowly, a chant of "Biggie! Biggie!" begins as he stands in the middle of the ring and he looks around ringside with a huge smile on his face before remarking "You know I'm a Red Wings fan right?", which draws some polite boos.
[The Detroit Red Wings, one of Mr. BIG's favourite sports teams, had been defeated by the San Jose Sharks, 4‐3, in their best‐of‐seven Western Conference Semi‐Final series in the Stanley Cup playoffs, losing the final game of the series six nights earlier in San Jose.]
Biggie then laughs and says "I had a feeling I'd kill it with that line." Biggie then pulls them back in by singing the opening verse of Dionne Warwick's famous hit, "Do You Know the Way to San José?"… "Do you know the way to San José? I've been away so long, I may go wrong and lose my way, Do you know the way to San José? I'm going back to find, Some peace of mind in San José". Daniels remarks as soon as he begins "Oh no, we have to hear him sing AGAIN!" with Hudson saying amongst the loud ovation as Mr. BIG finishes "This is the Mr. BIG of old. He looks to be enjoying himself and having a good time… and so do these fans!".
Biggie then turns to the crowd and begins this incredible address…
[BG Music: My Town by MD.45]
Come and experience the TWF live!
Our next dates include…
During the break; the camera finds Mr. BIG walking backstage through the hallways of the HP Arena before he finds a line of TWF superstars clapping and applauding as he walks down the hallway. Biggie smiles as the first two men are his long time friends, the World Tag Team Champions, the Dangerous Alliance. Mastermind and The Assassin shake Biggie right hand in turn and both ask if Biggie is sure about his decision. Biggie says he is and gives both men a big hug each, before stating "You guys better look after this place!". Two paces down are the members of the Cavalry. Biggie shakes hands with all of the members except Matt Aish, who he hugs. Katy Ledger wipes back tears before getting a hug. Slowly, other members of the roster join the queue. Bill Hansen shares a laugh and a joke with Biggie before shaking his hand. Ruby Cortez, Mary‐Anne and Echo walk up in floods of tears and get big hugs and a kiss from Biggie. Incredibly, Nytro walks out and he shakes Biggie's hand. Biggie then walks further down the hallway to find Disturbed and Zero. After initially looking tense, the two men smile and shake Biggie's hand. Biggie then heads into the arena parking lot, with his left hand in the Cavalry taunt and his right hand throwing up the devil horns.
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The following program is a presentation of the Total Wrestling Federation. It will contain strobe lighting effects and sudden loud noises. The program may also contain scenes which could cause offence to some viewers, including children.
Viewer Discretion is Advised!
For more information, visit TWF.com
The show begins with a cold open, showing in photographs with narration from Scott Hudson and Bryan Daniels the features of the Loser Leaves TWF Ambulance match on Sunday night. Mr. BIG was on the worse end of a severe beating for most of the match, and Ryan Jenkins called out Genesis to witness the momentous occasion where he would place Mr. BIG in the Ambulance to end his career. As Genesis turned to leave their locker room, they were greeted not just by the Cavalry and Dangerous Alliance, but the rest of the TWF roster, who gave Genesis a beat down of their own. Jenkins and Siân at ringside looked dumbstruck as a beaten Mr. BIG stumbled to his feet. Jenkins placed Mr. BIG on his shoulders and was to suplex him into the ambulance, but BIG pushed down and uttered the immortal lines "Boo‐ya and FUCK YOU". BIG smashed Ryan Jenkins with the first BIG Storm in almost eight months and Jenkins flew into the ambulance, with Biggie quickly shutting the door, attaining victory. As the bell rung, Siân attacked her former friend, stabbing him repeatedly with the heel of her shoes until Mr. BIG grabbed the shoes and threw them away. BIG slowly carried Siân to the top of the stage and near the ambulance before his trademark smirk appeared. Siân was then given an S.D.S. through the roof of the ambulance before it finally drove off, with Mr. BIG raising his right arm in ultimate victory against the side of the stage to a loud ovation.
The Grit BasH opening video then rolled and the camera cut to inside the Shark Tank as "Heavy" began to blare through the arena's PA. The pyros and fireworks went off to a loud pop and the camera then cut to Scott Hudson and Bryan Daniels who were stood between their announce table and ringside. The two stated that The Gold Card was the end of an emotional journey for one TWF superstar and we will hear from Mr. BIG at some point during the program. Daniels also boasted about the successful World Championship defence by Justin Polaris on Sunday night that was mired in controversy. Hudson informed Daniels that the TWF announced on it's social network feeds just before the show that Polaris will place his World Championship on the line against Tobias Granville here tonight! Daniels stated that TWF Executive Director Deborah Bailey will have to answer to this if Justin is hurt, injured or worse… loses his championship!
As the theme music dies down and the crowd begins to settle and sit back down in their seats… the drum rolls fill the arena! The crowd explodes… BANG! "Perfect Insanity" continues to play as Scott Hudson remarks "We didn't have to wait very long, Mr. BIG is here tonight!". Right on cue, Mr. BIG walks out with a half‐smile into the middle of the stage with a leather jacket and Megadeth t‐shirt combo, which gets a huge pop. Daniels remarks that Biggie went for the cheap pop as Megadeth is one of the member of the famed Big Four of Thrash Metal, which originated in the Bay Area of California. Daniels brings up the fact that there was a rumor trending on Twitter just before he came down to the ring that Mr. BIG will address tonight. Biggie walks down the ramp and high‐fives all of the fans on the left side, before doing his old entrance routine of walking around the ring and continuing to slap the hands of the fans right around ringside. When he reaches the announce table, he slaps Scott Hudson's hand to which Daniels remarks "well, we always knew you were biased". As Karli Andrews announces his arrival, he waits for her to finish with a smile before he gives her a big hug and then he walks up the ring steps to a huge cheer and enters the ring to pose on the turnbuckles, with the fans clapping and applauding.
Mr. BIG poses on all four turnbuckles before grabbing the microphone left for him on the ring apron. As his music fades, there are loud cheers and slowly, a chant of "Biggie! Biggie!" begins as he stands in the middle of the ring and he looks around ringside with a huge smile on his face before remarking "You know I'm a Red Wings fan right?", which draws some polite boos.
[The Detroit Red Wings, one of Mr. BIG's favourite sports teams, had been defeated by the San Jose Sharks, 4‐3, in their best‐of‐seven Western Conference Semi‐Final series in the Stanley Cup playoffs, losing the final game of the series six nights earlier in San Jose.]
Biggie then laughs and says "I had a feeling I'd kill it with that line." Biggie then pulls them back in by singing the opening verse of Dionne Warwick's famous hit, "Do You Know the Way to San José?"… "Do you know the way to San José? I've been away so long, I may go wrong and lose my way, Do you know the way to San José? I'm going back to find, Some peace of mind in San José". Daniels remarks as soon as he begins "Oh no, we have to hear him sing AGAIN!" with Hudson saying amongst the loud ovation as Mr. BIG finishes "This is the Mr. BIG of old. He looks to be enjoying himself and having a good time… and so do these fans!".
Biggie then turns to the crowd and begins this incredible address…
"Thank you. Thank you all.{{Footage shows of several TWF wrestlers, standing around in a hotel lobby late at night, talking and laughing, looking like they had just returned from a post‐show drinking session and in good spirits. The camera person focuses in on the Dangerous Alliance bragging about their Championship belts with Rick Majors laughing and joking away with them. The camera then becomes oblivious to the conversation when they pick up Siân entering the hotel, having taken off her high‐heeled shoes trying to be discreet, and heading to the elevator with an unnamed man. Whilst waiting for the elevator, the camera picks up Siân kissing the man and when the lift doors shoot open, Siân and the man enter with some force and continue kissing away as the camera person focuses on the Dangerous Alliance once more before remarking "That's Interesting"… the footage stops rolling and the crowd is hissing and in shock, whilst Biggie slowly has a grin appear across his face}}
The past few months have been, by far, the worst months of my life. When I first became friends with "her", never did I imagine that eventually, our friendship would end days after her slapping me so hard across the face that her ring left an imprint in my cheek. However, I didn't think that it would end with me dropping her into an ambulance either. I also didn't think I would have so many cuts, bruises and stitches from a series of beatings orchestrated by some awful people in this world. But, as Frankie once said, that's life.
The truth is, about two years ago, she came to me, rather unexpectedly and told me the ballad of her and Ryan. She fell in love with this man who became a victim of his own addictions, to drugs and drink. And to my surprise, she looked at Mr. Straight‐Edge here and thought I could do something about it. I told Ryan that he should come back into wrestling. It was his passion and figured that if he got away from the situations and circumstances that made him fall into the trap, he could become a better man. So he came back to wrestling. And he got very good. He followed the advice I gave him, went to P‐Town and made himself a star. Of which I was tremendously proud. But, then they decided that the best thing they could do was to put themselves against me and state that everything they accomplished was done in spite of me, not because I pointed them in that direction and wanted the best for the both of them.
Let me go on record once more as stating, I've never wanted to go back to Porthcawl, and to PCW. There are sections of my past that often get brought up and I can't avoid ‐ the XWF, XCW and RWF for instance. But, sometimes you have to leave the past behind. I was happy to leave it behind, but I basically had to go back there. And I wish I never did. Because had I not gone, there is no doubt in my mind that they would never have come here.
Ryan and "her" won this war emotionally. It was a victory by default. Their mere presence here tugged at my heart strings in a way that nothing else ever has and ever will do. She was my closest friend during a dark time in my life, the one for whom I had such strong feelings over and he was this kid who deserved a second chance and I felt guilty about misjudging when I first met him. And then, they decided to make my life a living hell. If you haven't already guessed, I was in love with "her". Big time. She was my first love. Your first love is always one you look back on with affection and tenderness. So even though I haven't felt the same way about her in about ten years, there's still a warmth there. And the hardest part was letting go.
But, just like the TWF itself, I'm the one who is still standing. Ryan, you tried and got damn close to killing me. Driving me from the fore of what makes me exist as a human being. You used every tactic that you could to try and turn my friends against me. One of which I will get back to shortly. Friends stick together through thick and thin. Someone once said that blood is thicker than water, and in the case of my friendships with several people in this world, their support meant more than blood, sweat, and tears.
Do you remember when Ryan showed all of that home video footage he took of me, greeting people at my house, cleaning my cars, taking out my garbage etc. Do you remember how he tried to play off one particular manager in the Cavalry and make her turn against both me and her client, a young man who I trained and is currently one of the hottest prospects in the TWF? Here is life lesson #186 for you Ryan, you will reap what you sow sunshine. The footage I'm about to show came into my possession around two weeks ago and I've cleared it though several different lawyers who deem that it is fit to air, and it makes interesting viewing for us all. Guys in the truck, if you would be so kind… ."
"You see, It's easy to make a buck. It's a lot tougher to make a difference. Entering this domain with a series of false promises and how you would tear not just my legacy, but the legacy of those who built this company apart. Showing that it was I who was the evil person in this company and that I was only being self‐serving. As my previous point illustrates, being selfish is never a bad thing. Because, if people know you are happy and looking after yourself, then they will be happy. And in the end, you walk away with a pay cheque, but one that I bet you will squander. I took a chance on both of you, I said "I can help you guys out", not because of apathy, but because I have always believed that everyone deserves a second chance. I would not be standing here in this ring tonight if I didn't have a second… or third ‐ chance. I don't know if you two will watch the program tonight, but I will say this. I wish you every happiness in whatever it is that you do next in your lives. You two were meant for each other. I mean that sincerely.Mr. BIG drops the microphone and climbs out of the ring and goes around ringside slapping the hands of the fans once more. Some are fighting to hold back tears as he walks back around, shaking some hands and offering particularly heartbroken fans a quick hug. "Perfect Insanity" begins to play as Biggie gets back into the aisle way and slaps the hands of fans on both sides once more, pointing at some of the signs carrying his name. Biggie slowly walks back up to the top of the ramp, turns around and blows a kiss to the crowd before stating "Thank you" and bowing for the audience. Biggie then walks behind the video screens and the curtain as the screen fades to black.
Phew. Glad that's over. As I've said, the past few months have been an emotional roller coaster like you wouldn't believe. I'm fortunate enough that I've been able to close a painful chapter in my life over the past couple of days. I have to be honest. I don't love this job anymore. Between having my professional life smeared everywhere I look by people who frankly couldn't give a damn about their actions, whilst decisions being made concerning me but without my involvement have meant that my enjoyment of something I have loved to do for twenty years has vanished. I have no idea where I'm headed and that scares the shit out of me.
As you know, I have a book coming out and I've been asked to go out and promote it. Which I will do. I am extremely proud of my book and I think it's one of my greatest accomplishments. To not go out and promote it and make sure that enough people become interested in it would be a massive mistake and one I would only regret. I'm also fortunate enough to be in a position where financially, I'm fine. The reason I still wrestle is because I still loved it and had a passion for it. I don't have to be here if I choose not to be. So, ladies and gentlemen, I'm going to not be around. And I don't know if I will come back.
When I'm not gonna be shilling my book to anyone who seems prepared to let me, I'm going to take some time to reflect on the past few months and eventually make a decision on where I'm headed in life. There have been some opportunities that have presented themselves in the past that I had to turn down because of my love for this business. Some of those are left on the table and I think if I'm able, I can do some of those things, which I have no doubt some of you will absolutely love. I think that if I wanted to, there is still plenty left in the tank, but, having been on television for almost eight of the last ten years, I think that it maybe better for me to burn out than fade away. I have no complaints about my run at the top. I've had some terrific matches, made some awesome friends, made so many people laugh, cry and smile by what I've done.
{{Crowd begins to chant "PLEASE DON'T GO"}}
I don't like making promises that I cannot keep, therefore I cannot make this promise to you. If this is it, there are a handful of people that I would like to thank.
Bandit, JT Money, {{LOUD CHEERS}} you two guys were so instrumental and keeping me in Chicago for the XWF to keep going. As was Overnight, you are three of the most wonderful and awesome people and I need to eventually find my way back to telling you assholes in person!
High Voltage {{NOTABLE MIXED REACTION}}, for reasons that will become clear in the coming weeks, mate, I'm sorry. I'm sorry I was such a dickhead to you a few years back and my treatment of you was not becoming of a friend who stood by him through thick and thin.
Marz and NJS, {{MASSIVE CHEERS}} I hope they are watching, you two are the reason this company is still here. Not me. If they eventually build statues at the TWF Arena, you two will get them for all you have done in this business. I love you both and I wish I could keep in touch with you.
To all of my students, you keep going kids, you're all having fantastic careers and I'm proud of every single one of you.
To the one who got away. You get a special mention because you, more than anyone else, touched me right here {{POINTS TO HIS HEART}}. I smile when I hear of how well you are doing and how well your business is growing and I know you will achieve everything you told me you wanted to achieve. I hope I can make you a cuppa when I next get the chance.
Ladies and gentlemen, you only regret the things you never say or do. My biggest regret has always been that I never said this, but tonight that ends. To each and every single one of you, whether you booed or cheered me. I love you. Thank you. I was just another TWF wrestler when you saw something in me that I think you saw in yourselves. At times, you were right. I was overexposed… overused. But, I always had your best interests at heart and will continue to do so. Eleven years after this moron debuted on satellite television, I'm still here with a half‐smile on my face and I'm the happiest man on the planet. I've accomplished everything I ever wanted and so much more. I owe it all to you. The people. There was a reason that I was given the title "The People's Choice". And this is it.
I've probably gone overboard here, and there are plenty of deserving young grapplers in the back of this arena who are eager to step‐up and make you forget me and they deserve that chance. I could go on, but that speech may or may not appear some time in the future. I may see you all again, but if not, I've had a damn good shot at this and I hope we can all meet again some sunny day. Don't be afraid to ask for a cup of tea… {{Someone shouts "Coffee"}}
Coffee? Please no. Cherry Coke, now we're talking! I will always have time to listen to those who made me the man that I am today. I'll end this with one for the anoraks. Biggiemaniacs, Have Cool… Will Travel."
[BG Music: My Town by MD.45]
Come and experience the TWF live!
Our next dates include…
| JUNE 2011 | ||||
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01Starts at 4pm local time
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Grit BasHSpin the Wheel, Make the Deal
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Reno Events Center | Reno, Nevada, USA | |
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03Starts at 5pm local time
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Fury | EnergySolutions Arena | Salt Lake City, Utah, USA | |
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08Starts at 3pm local time
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Grit BasH | MGM Grand Garden Arena | Las Vegas, Nevada, USA | |
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10Starts at 4pm local time
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Fury | Thomas & Mack Center | Las Vegas, Nevada, USA | |
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15Starts at 3pm local time
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Grit BasH | J. Lawrence Walkup Skydome | Flagstaff, Arizona, USA | |
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17Starts at 4pm local time
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Fury | Jobing.com Arena | Glendale, Arizona, USA | |
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19Starts at 1pm local time
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PPVAgainst All Odds
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US Airways Center | Phoenix, Arizona, USA | |
During the break; the camera finds Mr. BIG walking backstage through the hallways of the HP Arena before he finds a line of TWF superstars clapping and applauding as he walks down the hallway. Biggie smiles as the first two men are his long time friends, the World Tag Team Champions, the Dangerous Alliance. Mastermind and The Assassin shake Biggie right hand in turn and both ask if Biggie is sure about his decision. Biggie says he is and gives both men a big hug each, before stating "You guys better look after this place!". Two paces down are the members of the Cavalry. Biggie shakes hands with all of the members except Matt Aish, who he hugs. Katy Ledger wipes back tears before getting a hug. Slowly, other members of the roster join the queue. Bill Hansen shares a laugh and a joke with Biggie before shaking his hand. Ruby Cortez, Mary‐Anne and Echo walk up in floods of tears and get big hugs and a kiss from Biggie. Incredibly, Nytro walks out and he shakes Biggie's hand. Biggie then walks further down the hallway to find Disturbed and Zero. After initially looking tense, the two men smile and shake Biggie's hand. Biggie then heads into the arena parking lot, with his left hand in the Cavalry taunt and his right hand throwing up the devil horns.
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