Teaching the rWo a lesson

Disciplinary Action vs. The rWo 

By Kevin Hunsperger

@kevinhunsperger & @my123cents on Twitter
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There's been an underlying tension between The Ragin' Redneck (now Hollywood Redneck) and 'The Stone Cold Plumster' Josh Plumlee since early this year. The two came to blows at a Stride Pro Wrestling benefit show in Christopher, Illinois in March. Then in May, as Plumlee (a teacher at Community Consolidated School Dist. 204 in Pinckneyville) was teaming with high school principal Tony Wilson, Redneck, who was the special guest referee, turned on the educators. 

Wilson for the pin

Despite the despicable act, Disciplinary Action overcame the challenge and beat the DR Party that night. Now the duo is looking for revenge. Wilson and Plumlee are teaming up once again, this time their target is the Redneck World Order. Hollywood Redneck and Cole James are the former Stride tag team champions. They'll go into battle this Saturday night at CCSD 204. 

rWo wins the gold

Redneck has been running his mouth since Stride's return in August. Now that he has the backing of the rWo, he's been even mouthier than usual. You must also factor that third man in the group who will be lurking outside the ring. Disciplinary Action may be a new unit, but Wilson and Plumlee work well together. They'll take their positive attitude and cohesiveness into battle. That could tip the scales in their favor, no matter how many rWo members show up.

It's time for the Redneck to learn some respect. I have no doubt Plumlee and Wilson are ready to teach him some. Join us Saturday night (Oct. 6). Bell time is at 6:30, but a meet & greet with Impact Wrestling star Abyss begins at 5. We'll see you there.

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Black & white attack: it's the rWo

By Kevin Hunsperger

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I've talked before here about the Ragin' Redneck. He arrived on the scene in Stride Pro Wrestling in late 2017 before taking on the red and yellow persona of Hulk Hogan. RedneckMania was born and despite his love and admiration for the Hulkster, his win-loss record did not reflect that of his mentor's.

That's when a change occurred. RedneckMania was a special guest referee for a tag team match between the DR Party and Josh Plumlee and Tony Wilson. During the course of the match he turned on the good guys and attempted to help the DR Party win. Those efforts didn't work and the educators ended up winning.

When RedneckMania returned to Stride in August, gone was the red and yellow. Instead the black and white were on display and a few henchmen were in tow. Hollywood Redneck snatched the mic and announced the Redneck World Order was taking over Stride.

"The Bad Guy" Cole James and Hollywood will join forces and challenge for the Stride Pro Wrestling tag team titles. The Midwest Monster Hunters are the current champs. Former champs the DR Party will also be involved. Three of the most hated factions in the company will collide. It'll be interesting to see who comes out on top of this three-way championship match.

You can see all the action this Saturday night. We'll be a part of the Carterville Free Fair. Bell time for the Free Fair Faceoff is 6:30 p.m. at the Carterville Community Center. 

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Abyss: Prize or punishment for someone at Stride

Abyss is coming to Stride Pro Wrestling on Saturday, Oct. 6
Community Consolidated 204 in Pinckneyville 

By Kevin Hunsperger

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When Stride Pro Wrestling invites a guest to come in and wrestler, many on the roster want the honor of working with Superstar. James Ellsworth, "Cowboy" Bob Orton, James Storm and Bushwhacker Luke are among those who have visited and competed in the Stride ring. On Saturday, Oct. 6, Impact Wrestling's Abyss is coming to town. He'll be in Pinckneyville at the fundraiser show being held at Community Consolidated 204.

However, it's not yet known who will be stepping through the ropes to face this monster. Is wrestling such a performer a prize or punishment? There are four men on the Stride roster who will compete for the opportunity. Cash Borden, Roger Matheus, Brian Richards and Cole James. It'll be winner take all in this fatal four-way this Saturday night (Aug. 11).

Abyss
Courtesy: Impact Wrestling

I applaud the bravery of each man involved in this match for stepping up to the task. Abyss is one of the most intense and toughest wrestlers in the world today. His long resume in Impact Wrestling speaks for itself, including a stint at the company's heavyweight champion.

Cash Borden
Courtesy: Jill McKee

Despite his well-documented past, the abovementioned Stride guys all want that shot against Abyss. Borden has yet to win gold in Stride Pro Wrestling but has an impressive record here. He's also been in some most dangerous styles of matches around the country. He's also gone toe to toe with the toughest guy on the Stride roster, Roger Matheus.

Matheus killing me
Courtesy: Tom Harness

Matheus is the longest reigning Stride Pro Wrestling Heavyweight Champion. You've heard me talk about how tough he is in past. He kicked my ass literally and figuratively in May at Stride Goes Steel. Roger is a military veteran and has had success with MMA as well. Without a doubt one of the most dangerous competitors in all of pro wrestling. He's also wrestled Abyss in the past.

Brian Richards vs. Chris Hargas
Courtesy: Jamie Woodworth-Myers

Brian Richards is a former co-holder of the tag team championships. He's the DR Party's enforcer. Richards has been in there against everyone from Chris Hargas to Heath Hatton to Daniel Eads, so he knows how to perform in high-pressure situations. Plus you have to factor in J. Wellington Beauregard and other members of the DR Party.

Cole James

Cole James is the wildcard. He's only been to a couple of Stride shows, the first being a triple threat with Matheus and Cash. James took the pin in that contest. He was also a participant in the most recent show's battle royal. But I do know James has a hardcore past, similar to that of Borden's. 

So really this is anyone's match to win. Again, the winner faces Abyss on Oct. 6. I guess on Oct. 7 I'll ask if they feel this is a prize or punishment.  We'll see you this Saturday night at 7 p.m. at Eldorado High School. Remember it's a benefit show for the Keltner family.