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It’s a Labor Day weekend Sound Off with thoughts on the CM Punk “BLADE GATE” controversy, Cameron’s funky DUI, Del Rio’s endless stream of title shots, Devon’s departure from TNA, whether Owen Hart should be inducted into the HOF, Layla’s awful theme music (complete with lyrics!) and yes… KATIE VICK, including a funny (sick?) tie-in with Linda McMahon. Have a great holiday everyone!

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– Derrick Bateman, who has sparingly appeared on WWE programming since the conclusion of NXT Season 5 in June, is using social media to promote “THE USA GUY,” a character he recently devised. He has released a second vignette style video via YouTube promoting his All-American persona.

– The legendary career of “Sensational” Sherri Martel is being highlighted all September on WWE Classics On Demand. In addition to a profile piece, matches airing include: Sherri Martel vs. Mona (WCW Worldwide, 3/6/00), Sherri Martel vs Debbie Combs (AWA All-Star Wrestling, 12/8/85), Queen Sherri and “Macho King” Randy Savage vs. “The American Dream” Dusty Rhodes and Sapphire (Coliseum Home Video exclusive, from 6/26/90), Sherri Martel vs. Madusa Miceli (AWA Championship Wrestling, 6/12/87), Sherri Martel vs. The Fabulous Moolah (WWF All Star Wrestling, 8/25/82), Queen Sherri leads “Macho King” Randy Savage into action vs. “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan in a Crown Match (from Madison Square Garden, 10/28/89), Sherri Martel defends the WWF Women’s Championship against Rockin’ Robin (from the Philadelphia Spectrum, 2/6/88).

– Jimmy Reiher, Jr., who appeared as Deuce and Sim Snuka in WWE, turns 41-years-old Saturday. Today also marks as independent wrestling standout Sami Callihan’s 25th birthday.

– Jim Ross, who many perceive has been subject to on-air ridicule by WWE brass, addressed fan concern regarding bullying on company programming in a Twitter post Thursday. He wrote, “Find it amazing that some fans cannot separate a fictitious, pro wrestling villain w/ real, every day life bullying. @WWE=entertainment, FYI.”

Vickie Guerrero, whose physical appearance has been subject to ridicule on WWE programming on numerous occasions, re-tweeted the message in agreement. Though Guerrero publicly takes the on-air derision in stride, broadcaster Jerry Lawler was issued a directive by management to cease all negative remarks concerning her appearance last year after the sports-entertainment organization’s anti-bullying campaign came under fire from an affiliate.

– This week on Santino’s Foreign Exchange, Santino Marella and The Cobra have a falling out after the Superstar catches his lil buddy touching Michael McGillicutty’s beard. Find out whether the two ever make up or if this the end for the dynamic duo.

– Mickie James spoke to Mike Jones of DC101 in Washington, D.C. and discussed current happenings in TNA Wrestling and the Knockouts Division. One particular point of interest was about her biggest career influences. James couldn’t pick one person but gave credit to those who she really likes wrestling with.

“I’ve had so many people who inspired me along the way so it’s hard to pinpoint one person,” she said. “You’re only as good as the people you’re in the ring with, you know, and to be able to work that magic with whoever you’re in there with and have different chemistry with everyone and their styles and move sets, and you just work it, I guess.”

The full audio interview is available here.

– ShopTNA.com has released a Gail Kim T-Shirt, the first of the female wrestling standout. The shirt features a Dragon.

– Doug Williams turns 40-years-old Saturday. He currently works as a trainer at Ohio Valley Wrestling, TNA Wrestling’s developmental promotion.

Matt Hardy released a mission statement via Facebook Saturday proclaiming that he will no longer be turbulent with his life.

He wrote, “My turbulent time in life is done. I will not be negative again. I will not be stained by hate again. I will not use poor judgment again. I will not be hypocritical, and I will always try to be brutally honest with everyone I interact with. Without going into intricate details now, last Thanksgiving I had a vision that led me to believe I have a purpose to serve in this life. Everyday it becomes more of a reality. My body is slowly becoming healthy again.. It’s time for me to utilize it by realizing it’s current maximum potential and by being disciplined in doing so. I can make a difference because of the experiences I’ve learned from my victories and my failures. And I will. I refuse to let ANYONE or ANYTHING detour me from what the future holds for me. This has caused changes in my life and may mean more.. But if God and the bigger plan calls for it, then so be it. If you’ve believed in me throughout my ups and downs, thank you so much for your support. If you believed in me, and then I lost your faith, I understand. I hope you and any non-believers or pessimistic skeptics will follow me in the future. I hope to change your minds. Regardless, I have to do what I know is right-for me, for my loved ones, and my true friends. I’ve been given SO much by SO many people, it’s my turn to give back by helping, sharing, and teaching. I know what I have to do in my lifetime.. My name is Matt Hardy and I’m a small-town boy from Cameron, NC with big-time dreams. I take pride in the truth of my own reality-and that empowers me. It’s now my time and job now to empower you. Godspeed everyone.

“Matt Hardy.”

It was announced during Friday’s episode of SmackDown that Layla will defend the Divas Championship against Kaitlyn at Night of Champions.

Three title matches have now been set for the pay-per-view headlined by CM Punk vs. John Cena for the WWE Championship. The updated line-up for the event taking place Sept. 16, 2012 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts is as follows:

* WWE Champion CM Punk vs. John Cena

* World Heavyweight Champion Sheamus vs. Alberto Del Rio

* Divas Champion Layla vs. Kaitlyn