NWA Worlds Champion Adam Pearce defends against Flash Flanagan

Nine months after outlasting both Blue Demon Jr. and NWA National Champion Phil Shatter, Adam Pearce is set to defend the NWA Worlds title for a 23rd time. On the condition of Pearce being successful in his defenses in Milwaukee and in California, the Champion will head to the NWA Indiana to defend the Legendary 10lbs. of Gold and Leather against Flash Flanagan. This will mark the first time in thirteen years that Flanagan will face off against Adam Pearce. Thirteen years ago, Pearce was just cutting his teeth in the business. Now on the day after Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Adam Pearce will attempt to make his 23rd defense.

NWA World Championship Match is the 23rd Most Important Moment of 2010

Have you checked out the most recent issue of Pro Wrestling Illustrated? Once it gets delivered to your mail box or you pick it up at your nearest newstand, grocery store, or where ever you procure your wrestling magazines make sure you flip to page 66.  The 2010 Midyear Report list 50 of Top Stories of 2010.  But what will stare at you is #23.  Which would be the story of "Scrap Iron" Adam Pearce regaining the NWA Worlds Heavyweight Championship title at NWA New Beginnings in Charlotte, North Carolina.  You remember the date don't you?  March 14th.  After previously losing to the National Champion Phil Shatter a month prior, Adam Pearce stepped into a match with two of the NWA's finest.  But lets go back a little further...

October 25th, 2008 Mexico City, Mexico with a hostile crowd booing his every action and Pearce was taking everything Blue Demon Jr. could give him.  And to a chorus of cheers, Blue Demon mounted a comeback.  It wasn't a bulldog that would do in Pearce, nor an arm breaker.  It was an illegal Scorpion Death Lock, that's right.  Pearce's arm was underneath the rope, which usually would break the hold.  The referee didn't not break the hold.  Adam Pearce was robbed.  What in any other NWA ring would have been a disqualification for the challenger, Blue Demon Jr. was awarded the title.  

Pearce waited patiently for his re-match.  The NWA Showcase, came and gone and Pearce's pleas go ignored.  The Big Event in Tyler Texas and Pearce's challenge is ignored.  After defeating another former champion Brent Albright, Pearce's challenge goes ignored.

Pearce having a re-match clause, winning a Number 1 contender's match, and evening adding the NWA British Commonwealth Championship, to earn additional consideration all accumulated on March 14th.  Even though Pearce wasn't giving a one on one match up with Blue Demon, even though the cards were stacked against him with a hungry Phil Shatter added to the match up, Adam Pearce did what nobody else could do.  Adam Pearce took the NWA Worlds Championship off of Blue Demon Jr. and made history for the third time.  On behalf of the National Wrestling Alliance, Blue Demon Jr., "The Universal Soldier" Phil Shatter, Adam Pearce, Greg Price, the fine folks of Charlotte who witnessed history, the NWA Championship Committee, NWA Executive Director Robert K. Trobich, and the Legendary 10lbs of Gold and Leather, I thank you Pro Wrestling Illustrated, for recognizing the importance of Adam Pearce's 3rd Reign to the world of pro-wrestling and the legend that match up will forever leave.

Adam Pearce will be at the NWA Legends Fanfest

NWA Southwest 12th Anniversary

NWA Southwest 12th Anniversary Show

From NWA Southwest promoter Ken Taylor

12th NWA Southwest Anniversary Show

With slightly less than two months away the National Wrestling Alliance - Southwest’s (NWA-SW) 12th Anniversary Show Spectacular was announced today. It will be held in Robstown, Texas at the 2600-seat Central Pavilion of the Richard M. Borchard Regional Fairgrounds on February 26, 2010. Bell-time will be 8 p.m.

The event is already taking shape impressively with two of NWA’s top Superstars signed in NWA World Heavyweight champion Blue Demon, Jr. and NWA 9-time Texas Heavyweight champion Kevin Northcutt.

The signing of Demon and Northcutt means the Anniversary Show will have two of the top 10 ranked NWA wrestlers according to Pro Wrestling Illustrated (PWI) magazine’s latest release of December 25, under the same roof. Demon will be defending his belt and showing why he’s ranked Top 10 Overall in the World by PWI, which includes WWE and TNA wrestlers.

Blue Demon needs no introductions. He has been a fighting World Champion all over the globe since winning the belt in Mexico City on October 25, 2008. He is the first Mexican and first masked luchador to win the NWA World Heavyweight Championship in its storied 62 years. He has the charisma and ring ability to put on incredible matches showcasing Lucha Libre style.

The 6-6, 255-pound Northcutt is arguably “Mr. NWA” of this decade. His resume includes being both a former TNA star and a 2-time NWA World Tag Team champion, 2-time National Champion, North American Tag Team champion, and current 9-time Texas Heavyweight champion.

“We wanted to go ahead and announce these signings right away,” said Ken Taylor, NWA-SW Commissioner. “We’re working hard to make this Anniversary Show a big success, and it starts by signing the best. We will be releasing more stars in the coming days.”

Taylor said the celebration will have live band music headed up by recording artist Hilda Lamas. “We’re adding live band music to further enhance an exceptional entertainment experience from the time the fan walks through the door to the final bell,” he added.

Tickets will be go on sale both online and phone ordering beginning January 4. Tickets are affordably priced at only $18 Ringside and $10 General Admission, and available at http://www.rmbfairgrounds.com, or phone 361-387-9000 or 361-387-9002.

There will be an early-bird buying discount of $3.00 off front row reserved seating starting January 4. This applies to ringside seating and will be in effect for a few weeks only.

For the latest Anniversary news now go to:

http://www.nwa-southwest.com and

http://www.myspace.com/nwasouthwest

Simm Snuka lays out a challenge for Blue Demon Jr.

Blue Demon Jr. makes rare appearance in New York.

Got word from Pro Wrestling-Revolution's Front Office, Border Patrol's Oliver John will be on hand to challenge Blue Demon Jr.

The Alliance-Wrestling Radio Show

The Legendary 10lbs. of Gold-- FOR AUCTION

If you ever wanted to old a true piece of professional wrestling history, you may be in luck as it looks like the true ultimate prize is going to be auctioned off to the highest bidder.

The National Wrestling Alliance
World championship belt, which had been in Ric Flair's possession since Jim Crockett Promotions introduced the "big gold belt" in the mid-1980s, will be auctioned off by Highspots via Ebay this Monday. This is the belt that was originally worn by Jack Brisco, Dusty Rhodes and Harley Race, among others, which was chronicled in the excellent "Ten Pounds of Gold" book that was released this past summer.

The decision to auction off the belt is apparently the latest maneuver in an ongoing issue between Highspots and Flair over money owed going back many months. The word that has been making the rounds, as previously noted ont he site, is that Highspots loaned Flair a sum that has yet to be paid back. Sources indicate that Flair's side claimed the debt was paid off via appearances Flair made for Highspots.

Sources indicate another part of the ongoing issues may be over Highspots' decision to release DVDs featuring Flair from last August's NWA Legends convention (a Flair/Harley Race Q&A Session and the 2009 Hall of Heroes induction ceremony where Flair inducted Blackjack Mulligan) as Flair's side has apparently claimed Highspots didn't have the rights to release the DVDs. Highspots previously worked with Flair on several shoot interview DVD releases and booked him for a number of appearances on independent events in the last year.

The auction for the belt (unless other forces intervene) will begin on Monday. For more information, email Highspots@aol.com.

The Legendary 10lbs of Gold that was worn around the waist of Ric Flair. This title holds a lot of history between its leather and gold. And the Dome Globe has travel to more places in the world than most of us ever will. The story of the championship was recently told by Dick Bourne and Dave Millican. Their book is available and you can get your copy here!

It should also be noted that if you do not have the $75,000 to bid on this piece of history, you can purchase and an adult replica belt. Check out the belt at NWA Midwest

NWA Lucha Chicago: Presents Blue Demon Jr. vs. The Sheik

Using a spike to draw the blood of the infidels The Sheik has slowly made a name for himself in Florida as no nonsense, blood thirsty, competitor who will stop at nothing to achieve glory and honor for his countrymen. And with the Wizard, Joey Eastman by his side, the Sheik has traveled as far west as Southern California to wrestle for the NWA Showcase. And although Fusion Pro Wrestling is where he is a Heavyweight Champion, the Sheik has traveled to Charlotte and Chicago to purge the non-believers. And it will be in Chicago, where the mad-man finally has an opportunity to claim the Legendary 10lbs of Gold. As the Sheik has already laid to waste to former WWE Superstar 2 Cold Scorpio and Florida Indy Wrestling Sensation Steve Madison, his next target is the Worlds Heavyweight Champion. And you better believe the Sheik has one more spike ready to free the blood of Blue Demon Jr.

Blue Demon Jr. has already defeated some of the most prominent names of the NWA. Adam Pearce, Joey Ryan, former NWA Heritage Champion Ryan Taylor, Mexican Wrestling sensation El Dandy, current NWA Heritage Champion Oliver John, and former WWE Superstar Super Crazy. Demon has 2 more matches in Texas before he even gets to Chicago. NWA Chicago brings you this match up on October 24th, 2009.

More Updates on Blue Demon Jr.

The Worlds Heavyweight Champion continues to use his name for Social Outreach in his native country of Mexico. Demon has partnered with Gerald Alfaro Association to educate the population on the symptoms of Lymphatic Cancer. September 15th will be National Linfoma Day.

And as reported earlier by SuperLuchas, Blue Demon Jr. appeared in the role of a Special Referee for Xtreme Latin America Wrestling. In a Mexico vs. Panama, Damien 666 vs. Panama Jack Daniels for PJD's RXW Championship. Panama Jack successfully defended his championship, however through the course of the night, Panama Jack and Blue Demon shared some friction and it could lead to an altercation in the future. As I previously stated XLAW previously had a relationship with the NWA and there might be small overtures to reengage that relationship.

Lastly Demon defended his World Championship against 2 other champions in their own rights in Phoenix AZ last night. The collaborative show that was produced by Impact Zone Wrestling, Pro Wrestling Revolution, and NWA Pro Wrestling featured a North American Heavyweight Title Defense and a World Title Defense. The Showcase featured wrestlers from across the globe, with fighters from Australia, Mexico, and the good ole USA. Blue Demon who had been battling the NWA Heritage and Pro Wrestling Revolution Champion in Oliver John and All Japan Pro Wrestling Junior Heavyweight Champion Super Crazy over the past few months fought off their advances. Blue Demon Jr. successfully retained his crown. With victories over both Crazy and John separately and in Three Way Dance, Demon will be awaiting his next challenge.

Credit to SuperLuchas.net and ImpactZoneWrestling

CANOE -- SLAM! Sports - Wrestling - Blue Demon: 'I don't think I'm a superhero'

CANOE -- SLAM! Sports - Wrestling - Blue Demon: 'I don't think I'm a superhero'

Another interesting article about Blue Demon Jr. who recently showcased his Lucha Libre prowess in Toronto, Canada. Blue Demon's next scheduled title defense will be a Triple Threat Match against Super Crazy and Oliver John.

Great Article on Blue Demon's venture to Toronto Canada

NOW Magazine // Daily // Lucha Libre

In conjunction with the cellebration of Mexico and its Heritage, the Worlds Heavyweight Champion, Blue Demon Jr. speaks to NOW Magazine. He talks about the importance of his mask and how he feels like a real life super-hero. Nothing earth shatter, but it offers interesting details on The NWA Champion. There still has been no confirmation from the NWA Board of Directors whether the 10lbs. of Gold will be defended in Toronto.

Ten Pounds of Gold, A Close Look at the NWA World Heavyweight Championship Belt

A new hardcover book by Dick Bourne of the Mid-Atlantic Gateway, with Dave Millican, the Ace of Belts!

Includes a special foreword by Ric Flair

Featuring dozens of beautifully detailed full color photographs of every aspect of the NWA world belt.

Includes a detailed history of the belt, how it was made, when it first appeared, the different versions, and where it is today.

Features profiles of the eight legendary champions who wore this version of the belt.

Hardcover, clothbound with dust jacket. The belt mark's ultimate coffee table book!

I couldn't think of a better gift to give to a NWA Fan. I plan on adding this to my collection of books and if you want one, you can get your copy here! Hardcover $39.95

Currently Available Only Through Blurb.com

I was right all along. Pearce IS A WINNER!!!

Charlotte, NC (August 27, 2007) – Due to an injury sustained over the weekend, and emergency eye surgery this morning, “American Dragon” Bryan Danielson has been eliminated from the NWA World Championship Tournament Finals set to take place this Saturday September 1 in Puerto Rico. The decision to remove Danielson was made by the NWA Board of Directors after Executive Director Robert K. Trobich conducted several conversations with Danielson’s physicians.

When reached for comments Trobich said “I have been on the phone all day with Bryan Danielson and his doctors. Bryan has been literally begging to be permitted to wrestle in the NWA title tournament final this Saturday in Puerto Rico against Brent Albright. Like all wrestling fans, I was eagerly anticipating the first-ever match-up between two world-class warriors like Danielson and Albright, with the biggest prize in wrestling hanging in the balance. However, as gutsy a fighter as Bryan is, there is simply no way he can be medically cleared to fight in this match after such serious surgery. Brent Albright deserves his shot at the belt, now, however. In that regard, after hours of discussions with the NWA board, I have decided that the title match will go on as scheduled, and Adam Pearce, who just met Danielson in a hotly-contested semifinal match ten days ago, will step into the final in Danielson's place.”

Everyone in the National Wrestling Alliance wishes Danielson a safe and speedy recovery.

After that announcement from Robert K. Trobich Pearce had been down, but not out. Pearce Daddy was previously eliminated from the tournament. He was pinned by Bryan Danielson in Canada. But Danielson who was injured via a Lariat from ROH's Morshima sent Danielson on the DL. With Danielson out, Adam Pearce had the opportunity to come up big. Scrap Iron made the best of a bad situation and will now be the most watned man in the NWA.

Here's a clip of some of the interesting aftermath.