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  • Jim Ross Q&A: Interest In TNA & MMA, Angle vs. Lesnar In A Shoot, Wyatt/Jake Roberts

    The following are highlights of a new Q&A update from the official website of WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross:

    On if TNA offered him a job with full control, would he take it?: “No…not at this time. Zero interest. I’m moving onto other things of interest.”

    On Bray Wyatt’s promo skills reminding him of Jake “The Snake” Roberts: “Wyatt grew up in the business so I’d assume he studied many. He’s a student of the game.”

    On who would win an amateur wrestling match in their prime: Kurt Angle or Brock Lesnar?: “Hard to say, depends on everyone’s health. Both at their best, it’s hard to pick against a Gold Medalist.”

    On the possibilities of becoming a mixed-martial-arts announcer: “Time will tell. I’m interested but not sure if any MMA companies are. I’m sure it would be fun if it were to occur. I’m a big, MMA fan especially UFC.”

    Check out more JR Q&A at his official website, JRsBarBQ.com.

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  • Cody Rhodes Booked By Indy Promotion? Photo Of DDP, Hall & Roberts With Mick Foley

    – It appears that “recently released” WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes has agreed to wrestle for Pro Wrestling Syndicate, a popular independent promotion based out of New York. PWS tweeted over the weekend:

    https://twitter.com/ProWreSyndicate/statuses/384485291954024448

    Cody Rhodes responded to their tweet with the following:

    – The Accountability Crib crew (DDP, Scott Hall and Jake Roberts) recently joined Mick Foley on stage during one of his standup comedy shows. Hall tweeted the following picture of them together:

  • Cena Recruiting Major Celebrities For WMXXX, Piper’s Pit Returning, Maryse Note

    -Following the successful “#hashtagmania” online video segment by late night host Jimmy Fallon and pop star Justin Timberlake this week, WWE Superstar John Cena is attempting to recruit the guys to do a “#hashtagmania” segment at WrestleMania XXX next year. As of this writing, Fallon has agreed to Cena, but Timberlake is yet to jump on board.

    -Former WWE Diva Maryse will be doing commentary once again for the Family Wrestling Entertainment (FWE) promotion during their event coming up on Saturday, October 12th.

    -WWE Hall Of Famer “Rowdy” Roddy Piper will be doing a Piper’s Pit segment at the Northeast Wrestling (NEW) Autumn Ambush event on October 5th in Torrington, CT. Piper’s guests will be former WWE Superstars Dustin “Goldust” Rhodes and Jake “The Snake” Roberts.

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  • So Cal Val Arrest Update, Full DDP/HBO Real Sports Segment Now Online

    -Former TNA Knockout So Cal Val officially pleaded not guilty in writing on September 16th to her DUI-related charges stemming from her recent arrest in Florida. Because of that, her arraignment scheduled for the following day was waived. A pre-trial conference is set for October 7th.

    -Diamond Dallas Page has added the full HBO Real Sports segment featuring himself and Jake “The Snake” Roberts to his official YouTube channel. Fans interested in checking that segment out can do so below:

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  • Video Preview Of Sunday’s Total Divas Season Finale, DDP Posts Parody Video

    -The official website for the E! cable channel has posted a new video preview for this Sunday’s season finale edition of WWE Total Divas, featuring the wedding of Natalya and Tyson Kidd. You can watch that online at EOnline.com.

    -Speaking of videos, former WWE Superstar Diamond Dallas Page has posted a new video on his official YouTube channel of himself and WWE legend Jake “The Snake” Roberts as The Odd Couple. For those interested, you can watch that below:

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  • Stephanie Sells More WWE Stock, Jake, Hall & DDP On ESPN & More

    – Jake Roberts noted on Twitter that he, Scott Hall and Diamond Dallas Page are doing an interview with ESPN today.

    – Former WWE Diva Stacy Keibler will be appearing on tonight’s episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live. She filed the episode this morning and tweeted:

    “Had a blast on @JimmyKimmelLive w the hilarious @jimmykimmel! Tune in tonight :)”

    – WWE Executive Stephanie McMahon Levesque continues to sell off her WWE stock, with another large trade made this week. She sold 8,892 shares on 9/9 (at $10.26 per share) and 25,426 shares on 9/10 (at $10.31 a share). For a full list of WWE stock she has sold this year, visit SEC.gov.

  • Jim Ross Q&A: Internet Killing Wrestling?, Jake Roberts/Royal Rumble, WWE PPVs

    The following are highlights from a recent website Q&A from WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross:

    On whether or not the Internet Wrestling Community is killing the business: “Far from it. So, no.”

    On whether or not WWE still views Survivor Series as one of the “Big 4” PPVs: “I can only speak for myself but I’d say yes. Having 12 PPV’s makes it challenging for all of them to be special.”

    On if he’d like to see Jake “The Snake” Roberts back in WWE, possibly in the Royal Rumble: “I’d love to see Jake clean, sober & healthy living a happy, productive life.”

    On if there is a reason WWE holds PPVs on Sunday nights: “I’d assume that there is research to indicate that Sunday is the best night for WWE PPV’s plus it is and has become a tradition that I don’t see changing. Plus, it works well with the cable and satellite operators which is critical.”

    On his opinion of Abdullah The Butcher, and if he deserves to be in the WWE Hall Of Fame: “Abby had an amazing, LONG career and was an independent business man who was a main event star around the world. He was unique.”

    Check out more Jim Ross Q&A online at JRsBarBQ.com.

    SHOCKER On 2 NEW Surprise Entrants In 2014 Royal Rumble Match

  • RVD Talks About Quitting Marijuana, Jake “The Snake” Roberts Making NFL Picks

    -WWE Superstar and long time marijuana advocate Rob Van Dam revealed in a recent podcast that he is thinking about quitting smoking marijuana. RVD used to go by the moniker, “RVD 4:20” and even once appeared on the cover of the infamous High Times magazine. You can check out the new Van Dam podcast online at HipCast.com.

    -WWE legend Jake “The Snake” Roberts is currently featured on the official CBS Sports website, as Roberts will be making weekly NFL football picks for the website. You can check that out online at CBSSports.com.

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  • Backstage News On Plans For 2014 Royal Rumble Match Surprise Entrants

    According to reports, the plan as of this week is for both currently injured top WWE Superstars John Cena and Sheamus to be the surprise returns at the 2014 WWE Royal Rumble pay-per-view event in January.

    One source claimed that if both Cena and Sheamus returned on the same night, in the same match, it’s doubtful that there would be any other surprises, such as Jake “The Snake” Roberts.

    WWE ROYAL RUMBLE SPOILER: MAJOR Current TNA Star To Be SURPRISE!

    [Credit: F4WOnline.com]

  • Anniversary Of Debut Of World Heavyweight Championship, WWE On Demand Content, More

    -For those who keep track of this kind of stuff, today marks the 11th year anniversary of the day Eric Bischoff, as WWE General Manager, debuted a replica NWA title belt as the new “World Heavyweight Championship.”

    -The Ministry Of Slam show is doing a 24-hour Cystic Fibrosis benefit podcast today, featuring tons of pro wrestling merchandise being auctioned off, as well as taped interviews from such wrestling greats as Chris Jericho, Bully Ray, “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase, Jake “The Snake” Roberts, Dixie Carter, Gail Kim, Diamond Dallas Page and Nigel McGuinness.

    -The latest edition of Entertainment Weekly features an article on the new exhibit that opened in Los Angeles at Project Gallery that features a lot of pro wrestling and boxing photos.

    -The following content will be available this week to those with WWE 24/7 Classics On Demand:

    –Capital Carnage 1998
    –Raw 12/1/97
    –Nitro 12/1/97
    –SummerSlam 1992 from Wembley Stadium
    –TNT 2/7/86
    –World Tour 1991
    –Bob Backlund vs. Bobby Duncum 12/12/79 Madison Square Garden
    –Cactus Jack vs. Jimmy Jack Funk 3/8/89 Wild West Wrestling
    –Bruno Sammartino vs. Spyros Arion 8/17/75 Madison Square Garden
    –Trish Stratus & Lita vs. Mighty Molly & Ivory 10/22/01 Raw
    –Smoking Gunns vs. Owen Hart & Davey Boy Smith 9/22/96 Mind Games PPV
    –Chris Adams vs. Steve Austin USWA 5/25/90
    –Dynamite Kid vs. Bret Hart boxing match 2/13/81 Calgary
    –Roddy Piper vs. The Mountie 2/2/92 IC title match from
    –Al Snow vs. William Regal European title 10/16/00 Raw
    –Raw 4/5/99
    –Worldwide Wrestling 7/31/93

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  • Rodriguez Talks Association With RVD, Jake Roberts Undergoing Hair Operation

    -WWE Superstar Ricardo Rodriguez recently tweeted about his new association with Rob Van Dam. In a recent tweet, Rodriguez wrote:

    “Ironic to be in Bakersfield, where it all began for me and Del Rio 3 years ago. But now replacing those three initials of ADR with R.V.D.!”

    -Speaking of Twitter, WWE legend Jake “The Snake” Roberts recently revealed on his official Twitter account that he is undergoing an operation to get new hair. Roberts wrote, “Getting new hair today. Feeling good. Procedure started. Gonna look like Heidi Klum when done. #Neograft.”

    Roberts posted photos of the operation, which you can check out on Twitter @JakeSnakeDDT.

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  • VIDEO: Preview Of Upcoming HBO Real Sports Feature On Diamond Dallas Page

    The following is a preview video of the upcoming HBO “Real Sports” profile on Diamond Dallas Page, which premieres on the premium-cable channel on Tuesday, August 20th at 9:00pm.

    The replay schedule after the initial airing on Tuesday is as follows:

    –August 20th at 3:10am
    –August 22nd at 8:00am and 5:15pm
    –August 25th at 9:00am
    –August 28th at 1:00pm and 10:00pm
    –September 3rd at 7:00pm and 2:25am
    –September 7th at 10:30am and 12:30am

    Additionally, the show will be available on HBO On Demand from August 26th through September 16th.

    SHOCKING Segment Planned For Tonight’s RAW! **DETAILS HERE**

  • Sky At TNA Taping But Not Used, DDP/HBO Profile Schedule, DiBiase At Comic Con

    -TNA Knockout Velvet Sky was in fact at the TNA Impact Wrestling television taping in Norfolk, Virginia on Thursday. For whatever reason, despite being advertised, Sky was not used during the event.

    -As noted, HBO Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel will run a feature that covers Diamond Dallas Page and his work with Jake “The Snake” Roberts and Scott Hall at 9pm on Tuesday night. The replay schedule for the show is as follows:

    –August 20th at 3:10am
    –August 22nd at 8:00am and 5:15pm
    –August 25th at 9:00am
    –August 28th at 1:00pm and 10:00pm
    –September 3rd at 7:00pm and 2:25am
    –September 7th at 10:30am and 12:30am

    Additionally, the show will be available on HBO On Demand from August 26th through September 16th.

    -WWE Hall Of Famer “The Million Dollar Man” Ted DiBiase will be appearing at the Central Canadian Comic Con in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada from November 1st through November 3rd.

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  • Press Release On HBO Sports Profiling Diamond Dallas Page

    HBO Sports issued the following press release on Thursday:

    REAL SPORTS WITH BRYANT GUMBEL PROFILES LEGENDARY WRESTLER DIAMOND DALLAS PAGE; WHEN THE EMMY®-WINNING SHOW RETURNS AUG. 20, EXCLUSIVELY ON HBO

    Now in its 19th season, REAL SPORTS WITH BRYANT GUMBEL, TV’s most honored sports journalism series and the only sports program recognized with a prestigious 2012 George Foster Peabody Award, presents more enterprising features and reporting when its 197th edition, available in HDTV, debuts at a special time TUESDAY, AUG. 20 (9:00-10:00 p.m. ET/PT), exclusively on HBO.

    Other HBO playdates: Aug. 20 (3:10 a.m.), 22 (8:00 a.m., 5:15 p.m.), 25 (9:00 a.m.) and 28 (1:00 p.m., 10:00 p.m.), and Sept. 3 (7:00 p.m., 2:55 a.m.) and 7 (10:30 a.m., 12:30 a.m.)

    HBO2 playdates: Aug. 21 (2:20 p.m., 10:00 p.m.), 26 (9:00 a.m.) and 31 (2:30 p.m.), and Sept. 1 (9:05 a.m.), 6 (4:45 p.m.) and 11 (10:00 a.m., 11:55 p.m.)

    HBO On Demand® availability: Aug. 26-Sept. 16. The show will also be available on HBO GO®.

    Segments include:

    *DDP. Few athletes have a tougher life after sports than professional wrestlers. The fast lifestyle that accompanies year-round entertaining across the country can take its toll on bodies and minds, resulting in a disproportionate amount of former wrestlers becoming drug dependent and struggling with mental-health issues. In stark contrast to the sport’s high-flying, musclebound theatrics, yoga is now helping rehabilitate some stars of yesteryear. Diamond Dallas Page, famous for his success in the WCW and WWF, created DDP Yoga after finding that yoga helped ease not only his physical ailments but also his depression, and has striven to help others from his era, most notably Scott “Razor Ramon” Hall and Jake “The Snake” Roberts. Correspondent Frank Deford sits down with the wrestlers to discuss how yoga has helped their lives in a way they never thought possible.

    Producer: Maggie Burbank.

    REAL SPORTS was the sole sports program recognized by the University of Georgia’s Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication with a 2012 George F. Peabody Award for broadcast excellence. In addition, it is the only sports program ever honored with the duPont Award, first in 2005 and again in 2012.

    At the 34th annual Sports Emmy® Awards on May 7, REAL SPORTS captured two trophies, for Outstanding Edited Sports Series and for Outstanding Long Feature for the Aug. 2012 profile of former New Orleans Saints player Steve Gleason. REAL SPORTS has won the Sports Emmy® for Outstanding Sports Journalism 15 times and has received 25 Sports Emmy® Awards overall.

    Follow REAL SPORTS updates on HBO.com/realsports and facebook.com/realsports, or join the conversation on Twitter using #RealSports.

    The executive producer of REAL SPORTS WITH BRYANT GUMBEL is Rick Bernstein; Joe Perskie is senior producer.

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  • Jim Ross Elaborates On Sheamus Meeting, Talks Upcoming HBO Sports Feature

    The following are a few extra excerpts from the latest online blog by WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross, where he elaborates on his recent meeting with the currently injured Sheamus, and shares his thoughts on the upcoming HBO Sports feature on Diamond Dallas Page and Jake “The Snake” Roberts.

    On the subject of his meeting with Sheamus, JR said, “Had a great conversation with the injured Sheamus this week. He’s really got things in perspective and will return better than ever, likely around the new year but that’s TBD. @WWESheamus is a mature professional who will continue to forge out a distinguished career once he returns from shoulder surgery. The Irishman won’t be one of those guys we read about who’s destitute, down and out, etc once his career in the ring concludes.”

    And on the upcoming HBO Sports feature on Diamond Dallas Page and Jake “The Snake” Roberts, JR offered the following comment: “Very cool that the great , Frank Deford is handling the business for the HBO’s Real Sports piece on Scot Hall and Jake Roberts. No, I don’t know when it will air but I am a regular viewer of that show.”

    Check out the latest JR blog on his official website, JRsBarBQ.com.

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  • Backstage News On If WWE Is Considering Jake Roberts For 2014 Royal Rumble

    As we reported a few weeks ago, Jake “The Snake” Roberts, with help from his friend Diamond Dallas Page, have been campaigning for Roberts to return to WWE as an entrant in the next Royal Rumble match in 2014. Roberts noted that it would complete his “comeback.”

    According to reports, word in WWE is that the company is not even considering Roberts in the Royal Rumble right now, and that if they were to consider him, it wouldn’t be until at least early January.

    WWE officials claim if Roberts were to return to WWE for one final appearance in a Royal Rumble, it would likely be a last-minute deal, meaning he would most likely be one of the “surprise entrants” in the match.

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    [Credit: Wrestling Observer Newsletter]

  • “Accountability Crib” Crew Appears At Mick Foley Comedy Show, Trish Stratus & Candice Michelle

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Mick Foley performed another stand-up comedy show on Sunday in Atlanta. The part-time WWE Superstar was joined by fellow pro wrestling legends Diamond Dallas Page, Scott Hall and Jake “The Snake” Roberts. Foley commented on the guys showing up for his performance on Twitter, writing, “An awesome time tonight in Atlanta. Loved reliving old times onstage with @DDPYoga @SCOTTHALLNWO & @JakeSnakeDDT.”

    -WWE Hall Of Famer Trish Stratus is taking questions from fans for another edition of “Fan Forum Five.” Fans interested in sending in questions for the former WWE Diva can do so at TrishStratus.com.

    -Speaking of former WWE Divas, Candice Michelle recently noted on Twitter that she will serve as the special guest referee at the Wrestling Spectacular 2 event. Michelle will work the Women’s match featuring Angelina Love vs. Mickie James vs. Jillian Hall vs. Katie Lee Burchill vs. Rosita.

    BREAKING NEWS: MAJOR Late Change To WWE SummerSlam Lineup CONFIRMED!

  • Jake Roberts/Royal Rumble Story Coverage, WWE European Title, Ric Flair News

    -“The Nature Boy” Ric Flair will be making an appearance on Saturday, August 3rd in Ringgold, Georgia at the AWF Arena from 6-8pm. For more information, visit AWFWow.com.

    Speaking of Flair, the WWE Hall Of Famer recently posted the following tweet in remembrance of his son, Reid Flair, who tragically passed away earlier thiis year.

    Reid in Tokyo at All Japan Am Nationals. He won 2nd Place. Miss you champ. pic.twitter.com/eEPSkHwVOJ

    -With WWE taking more frequent trips to the European market in recent years, the official website of WWE questions whether or not the WWE European Championship would carry with it more significance these days. You can check out an interesting read titled, “The Forgotten Legacy Of The WWE European Championship” online at WWE.com.

    -The story of Jake “The Snake” Roberts attempting to get in one final WWE Royal Rumble match has started to gain some traction with the mainstream media. The story first appeared on TMZ.com, and has since been picked up by The Examiner and the International Business Times.

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  • Official Preview For Next Week’s “Total Divas”, Jake Roberts On The Set Of Film, Bret Hart In Montreal

    – The official synopsis for next Sunday night’s episode of Total Divas on E! is as follows: “Eva Marie plans to achieve a winning rank by creating a scheming plan. The Bella Twins take some time off and enjoy a vacation with Bryan Danielson and John Cena. Trinity and Cameron are horrified when they experience a wardrobe malfunction.”

    – Jake “The Snake” Roberts will star in Heavy Water, an independent film drama made possible via Kickstarter. The WWE legend portrays Jed, the head of a “family” of street urchins and homeless people, who offers a fresh out of prison character protection and money in exchange for him joining their family. The official YouTube account of Diamond Dallas Page has released the following video of Roberts on the set of the film.

    – According to WrestlingFigs.com, WWE Hall of Famer Bret Hart has been announced to appear at the Montreal Comic Con taking place on Saturday, September 14 at Palais Des Congres 1001, Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Kevin Nash, Maryse Ouellet and Mick Foley will also be on hand for the event that day, as well as the prior Friday and following Sunday.

  • TMZ Picks Up Jake Roberts/DDP Story, Notes Roberts Wants In One More Royal Rumble

    Celebrity-gossip website TMZ has picked up the story of Jake “The Snake” Roberts turning his life around through the help of fellow pro wrestler Diamond Dallas Page, and his “DDPYoga” workout regimen. The story notes that Roberts has lost 70 pounds in nine months, and is looking to get back into the ring at the ripe-old-age of 58.

    They published this before and after picture of his incredible weight loss:

    0728-jake-the-snake-before-afer-1

    DDP mentions that Roberts started the program doing one or two sessions a day and eating a more clean, healthy diet. He talks about how Roberts not only lost the impressive amount of weight, but the program has also helped him with his infamous drug and alcohol issues.

    Another interesting note stemming from the TMZ article is that Roberts apparently has one unfulfilled goal, which is to compete in one more Royal Rumble match in WWE. Roberts made a surprise return at the Royal Rumble match in 1997, his final official “run” with the company outside of a few one-time-only returns here and there.

    Roberts spoke about his Royal Rumble goal to TMZ. “I will never give up … I want a life again and I am pursuing that. The Rumble will define it.”

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  • Jake Roberts Trends Worldwide, Latest Video From DDPtv, Roberts/E! Online Feature

    –As noted yesterday, Yahoo! Sports has a lengthy feature on WWE legend Jake “The Snake” Roberts. Throughout the day, the story was trending worldwide on Yahoo. At one point, the story on Roberts was trending number one worldwide.

    Roberts commented on the story trending worldwide, tweeting the following:

    Im trending on @Yahoo! Would be more excited about it if i knew what the hell it meant . Is it Addictive? Can I do it while doing @DDPYoga

    Diamond Dallas Page also posted a tweet about the story trending on Yahoo. DDP wrote:

    STILL trending in the #1 spot on @yahoo!!! See for yourself “The resurrection of @JakeSnakeDDT” http://sports.yahoo.com/news/diamond-dallas-page-and-the-resurrection-of-jake–the-snake–roberts-152019556.html … @jaybusbee

    -Speaking of Roberts, E! Online has a new feature story on “The Snake” up on their website today. You can check that out online at EOnline.com.

    -And finally, DDP has released the latest “DDPtv” video from his “Accountability Crib.” The video features Jake Roberts talking about how gardening helps with his recovery. Check out the video below:

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  • DDP Tweets “Must Read” Story On Jake Roberts, Roberts’ New Kickstarter Campaign

    –Yahoo! Sports has a very detailed story titled, “The resurrection of Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts” up on their website today. Diamond Dallas Page tweeted the following regarding the article:

    MUST READ: The resurrection of Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts – Yahoo! Sports @JakeSnakeDDT

    -Speaking of Roberts, the WWE legend is asking fans to donate money to a new Kickstarter campaign to fund a film project called “Heavy Water.” Roberts tweeted the following regarding the project:

    Hey guys check this! Film I was in needs some help for post production. Plz donate or RT! 1 more step to oscar!

    For more details on the film, and to donate to the Kickstarter campaign, visit Kickstarter.com.

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  • Update On Jake Roberts’ Sobriety, Ricardo Rodriguez’ Return From Suspension & More

    – With WWE officials continuing discussions on building a physical Hall of Fame building, the company is planning for it to be more of a tourist attraction / museum than just a historical site. As with virtually everything WWE does, the facility will be state-of-the-art with plenty of interactive features.

    – WWE manager Ricardo Rodriguez will be eligible to return from his 30-day Wellness Policy suspension on August 1st, during WWE’s upcoming International tour of South Africa and China. He’s expected back on television for the August 5th RAW taping from Green Bay, Wisconsin.

    – After relapsing several weeks ago, Jake “The Snake” Roberts has given an update on the status of his sobriety. Jake tweeted on Saturday that he was 33 days completely sober – and as of that day, had gone 254 days without using cocaine.

  • Jim Ross Blog: Jake Roberts’ Relapse, WWE Performance Center, NFL

    The following are highlights from the latest online blog by WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross:

    JR on the WWE Performance Center: “The new, WWE Performance Center will have its official grand opening, by invitation only and not open to the general public, on Thursday July 11. The 26,000 square foot facility will rival any training facility in the NFL or the best of division one athletic programs. There will be 7 rings available along with top of the line production facilities including a room that talent can work on their verbal skills that one can do on their own and then send the promo to a work station for review with their peers and/or coaches. There will be a voice over room that the talents plus the on air announcers can use to practice. The Performance Center facility will be manned by a full time strength and conditioning coach, the most up to date work out equipment available, full time athletic trainers, physical therapists and an on call/on site physician. I see our NXT talents arriving in the morning and leaving in the early evening most days much like one would expect a NFL team to do during the pre season especially.”

    JR on working with the NFL: “I hope to attend the NFL rookie symposium next year to gather more info to help WWE rookies when they come into the system. Because WWE has no off season, the influx of new talents is an on going process and this info can be a vital part of the new talent’s orientation into the transition into the unique world of sports entertainment.”

    JR on Jake Roberts: “Apparently Jake Roberts had a relapse recently and hopefully it will be his last. The odds are that it won’t be but Jake has the intellect and hopefully the desire to defy the odds and make this sobriety thing work for him. He, along with Scott Hall, have WAY too much to offer and the time left to accomplish great things if they can get to where I know that they want to be and that is clean and sober. The alternative is unfortunately a slow, or not, agonizing death that does further damage to one’s family and friends.”

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  • Rampage Speaks On His Plans For TNA, Latest Jake Roberts/DDP Video

    -The following is the latest “A Time For Accountability” video from the official YouTube channel of Diamond Dallas Page. The video shows the latest in the ongoing addiction saga of Jake “The Snake” Roberts.

    http://youtu.be/kqRU0R9bxZw

    -Quinton “Rampage” Jackson recently spoke about his pro wrestling style and plans in an interview with MMAMania.com. Below is an excerpt:

    “Well I’ve always wanted to be a pro wrestler since I was a kid, but now that I’m older and have had a lot of injuries, people don’t understand the toll that wrestling takes on your body. I just don’t think I can do that now while I’m fighting, but when I retire from fighting and go full time into pro wrestling, then I think I can go and get more extensive with my style and my moves.

    Right now, I just want to stick to what I know. I haven’t trained for wrestling but I know MMA and MMA is exciting. That’s why it has such a big following that it does now and I want to bring my style into my performance. Guys like Samoa Joe have an MMA style in their pro wrestling and stuff like that. I want to be different than him. I still like to slam and throw people and that’s why I did that so many years in my MMA career because I was a pro wrestler at heart. I wanted to bring some pro wrestling into my MMA back in Pride and now I want to bring some MMA into my pro wrestling.”

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