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  • TNA Beats GFW To A New Concept, Update On GFW’s TV Deal, Toby Keith Note

    Jeff Jarrett’s new Global Force Wrestling promotion reportedly had plans to use the six-sided ring, an idea that makes sense as it was Jarrett’s idea to use the same ring while he was in TNA. Some within TNA feel that one of the reasons they decided to bring back the six-sided ring was to “beat Jarrett to the punch.”

    As far as GFW is concerned, the company is reportedly “in the middle of negotiations” for a television deal, but no specifics are known at this point.

    Speaking of GFW, one source close to the company claims that the rumors that Toby Keith is no longer financially involved with the promotion are untrue.

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  • Exclusive: Gunner Interview

    Gunner joined TNA in 2010 but his story goes back to 2001 when he began wrestling but a year later he joined the U.S. Marine Corps as a Machine Gunner and reached the rank of lance corporal serving in the Iraq War.

    The 32-year-old from Hickory, North Carolina, is a one-time TNA tag team champion with James Storm and a one-time TNA Television Champion.

    We caught up with Gunner to talk about working with the Nature Boy Ric Flair, his dad being involved in story lines, wanting to become TNA Champion, plus much more.

    Q. How did you first get into the sport of professional wrestling?

    I’ve been a wrestling fan since the age of five and I started wrestling in 2001, and i joined the marine corp 2002 to 2006. I was wrestling before i went to bootcamp and during my time in the marine corp I would travel 20 hour round trips or so every weekend I could to wrestle on certain shows, so I was juggling both at the same time. I’m just living my dream.

    Q. Who were some of the wrestlers that you enjoyed watching whilst growing up?

    I could sit here and talk to you about that all day, some of the ones that come to mind are; Macho Man Randy Savage, Ricky Steamboat, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Kurt Angle, and Ric Flair. The main one for me was Macho Man, I was a massive fan of Randy Savage.

    Q. What has it been like getting to work with guys you enjoyed watching like Kurt Angle and Ric Flair?

    They are both very knowledgable guys, so it was great for them to pass their knowledge on to the younger guys like myself who are the future of the company and the future of the business.

    Ric managed me for a while so he would be at ringside for my matches, and just him knowing how to tell a story and paint a picture was amazing. Kurt Angle is a machine, anytime you’re in the ring with him you are going to have to work, but that is great, it has taught me the never say die attitude.

    Q. What has it been like in the TNA dressing room with the likes of Hulk Hogan, Jeff Jarrett, Sting, AJ  Styles, Christopher Daniels and Kazarian all leaving the company?

    Professional wrestling is a business and like anyone that works in any business we are all expendable. All of those guys that have left the company are off still doing great things, and even though it’s a shame to lose top guys like that it gives the younger guys in the locker room the opportunity to step up to the plate. Those are big boots to fill, nobody is going to be the next Sting or AJ Styles but it gives us a chance to build new characters and new stars.

    Q. Your rivalry with James Storm saw some real life elements brought in the the storyline, was that something you enjoyed?

    James and I have our differences and we just don’t like each other, but he is still an amazing performer, he can fight and he knows what he is doing in the ring. Those matches I had with James enabled me to step up even more, and it has given the fans the opportunity to invest in my character.

    Bringing my father into the storyline was a great experience that I enjoyed. Wrestling is totally different now to when I was a kid, when everything was larger than life and seemed as though it had just come out of a comic book, the guys could still work but now the fans want to know what the wrestlers are like in real life.

    Q. What is your next target?

    I’ve got my eyes on the big prize, the TNA Heavyweight Title. I feel like I was robbed on the last TNA tour in the UK when I wrestled Magnus for the title and James Storm interfered. I think I’m ready for another title shot, Eric Young is the champion and we have a friendship but when it comes to business we both want to be world champion. Obviously he doesn’t want to lose it, but I want to win it, that is my main goal to be champion.

    For more information you can follow Gunner on Twitter @TNA_GUNNER

  • VIDEO: Fifth Installment Of Global Force Wrestling’s “The Journey”

    Global Force Wrestling has released episode five of their web-series, “The Journey,” featuring Jeff Jarrett and Karen Jarrett.

    The official description for the video, which you can see above, reads as follows:

    “Jeff and Karen Jarrett sit down to discuss the very first Global Force Wrestling talent search. Why did they choose Canada? Where will the next talent search be? Finding new stars…a blessing and a curse….living out a dream…following your passion…the love of professional wrestling…don’t miss this revealing interview.”

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  • Jeff Jarrett Teases Released WWE Stars May End Up In Global Force Wrestling

    Following today’s WWE releases, Global Force Wrestling (GFW) founder Jeff Jarrett tweeted the following:

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  • Jeff Jarrett Talks About WWE’s Stock Decline, Global Force

    Global Force Wrestling co-founder Jeff Jarrett was interviewed by Ralph Giordano of FoxBusiness.com this week to discsus his new promotion. Even though they have not signed a television deal yet, Jarrett is confident that there is enough demand for a strong alternative to WWE.

    When asked about people who say WWE’s recent stock plunge is a sign that interest in wrestling is declining, Jarrett completely diagrees. “I’m not nervous at all,” he said “Investors may be disappointed but the increase in rights and TV fees speaks volumes as to how much interest is in the wrestling world.”

    He continued, “If you want proof of how big wrestling is, just look at Hollywood. The Rock went to Hollywood and came back to the WWE 10 years later as the hottest actor in the world. He’s a third-generation wrestler, as I am, and he’s the hottest box office attraction out there.”

    While Jarrett could not reveal which wrestlers will be signing with Global Force, he said it will be a wide variety of talents. “Veterans, beginners, and everything in between. It’s not only rewarding as a promoter, it’s rewarding as a fan,” he said.

    Video: Global Force Wrestling Scouts For Talent

  • The Latest On TNA’s Negotiations With Spike TV

    TNA’s current television contract with Spike TV expires in October and as of this week – there is still no deal in place to keep Impact Wrestling on the air.

    While people in TNA remain optimistic that a new agreement will be reached, the official word from Spike TV representatives is that they’ve still not yet come to terms with the Nashville-based wrestling promotion.

    It’s also worth noting that at least two other wrestling promotions have had talks with Spike TV about replacing Impact Wrestling this fall. However, we can confirm that Jeff Jarrett’s Global Force Wrestling was not one of these groups, since Jarrett agreed not to work with Spike TV when he left TNA.

    (Source: Wrestling Observer Newsletter)

  • Video: Global Force Wrestling Scouts For Talent

    Global Force Wrestling has released episode of their “Journey” series. In his installment, Scott D’Amore is profiled as he, Jeff and Karen Jarrett head to Windsor, Ontario, Canada searching for talent.

  • Jeff Jarrett Speaks On Launching GFW, Still Having An Ownership Stake In TNA

    The following are highlights of a new Live Audio Wrestling interview with Jeff Jarrett:

    Decision to leave TNA and start GFW: “At the very end, I knew it was time to move on. I’m very grateful and thankful. The TNA fanbase over the years – very loyal and passionate. I can’t say enough about my TNA years, but I knew in 2014 it was time for something new. With Global Force, the vision I have for it is – you know, people love professional wrestling. Some people call it a “dirty word,” some people call it sports entertainment. It’s all one and the same. I believe in 2014 professional wrestling, it’s time to evolve. As the weeks and months get there, I’m gonna be very excited to share that vision. At this time, I’m keeping it very close to the vest. The journey videos that we’re posting on GlobalForceWrestling.com and all through social media, I want to literally immerse the fanbase from day one. Yes, I’ve talked to a lot of wrestlers but there’s not one wrestler signed yet. We’re really close on making some talent announcements, but we’re in negotiations on every level. With the way technology is today – can I share everything? I don’t think that’d be very smart or prudent business, but I can share as much as I can for the wrestling press, as well as the Hollywood Reporters of the world and Variety. I’ve had people reach out to me in New York and LA that are in the television business, but they’re mesmerized with the amount of information that we are sharing, bringing the fans along literally step by step in this journey, because they’re a part of the journey.”

    Still having ownership stake in TNA: “Yes, that’s a hundred percent accurate, if you’re curious. It is a unique situation, but professional wrestling is unique, isn’t it? It doesn’t permit me whatsoever (from starting GFW).”

    Check out the complete interview at LiveAudioWrestling.com.

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  • Kazarian Talks TNA Departure, His History With WWE, Global Force Wrestling & More

    The following are highlights of a new TNA News interview with Frankie Kazarian:

    Do you still have a good relationship with Jeff Jarrett? If you were asked to join his newest company, Global Force Wrestling, would you be part of it?

    “I have a good relationship with Jeff, I mean the guy gave me a huge break. He was my boss for a long time. He became a pal. He’s got a great vision. He has wrestling in his blood. I’ll wait to see how everything pans out before, I mean, let’s wait till GFW is actually an existing entity. Right now everything is speculation, so until there is an actual wrestling company to go we’ll see. I mean, I can’t really answer a question that the possible answer is that you have to guess. Anything Jeff puts his name on I would jump at the chance to be part of because he is a brilliant business man when it comes to professional wrestling.”

    Your run in the company lasted till 2005 where actually signed with WWE. Did you think you fit the “WWE mold”? Does it bother you that you have never had a long run with them?

    “I don’t think there is such a thing as a mold – You either get over or you don’t. At the time I just wasn’t mentally prepared for WWE the machine and the big business that it is cause that is exactly what it is. I don’t know what I was expecting but I just wasn’t mentally prepared. I wasn’t mentally mature enough cause it is such a huge business. It is not just a wrestling promotion, it is a business and it is run very smoothly and it is run by people are the best in the industry and have been doing it forever. There is a reason why they are the best. So, at the time I was a little bit young, a little bit naïve about things and that’s all 100% my fault. You know, just being a little unprepared for the business side of things and a little bit overwhelmed also.”

    Now for a question that many people are wondering – Are you finished with TNA Wrestling? If not, is the contract coming up soon?

    “I’m technically still under contract but that’s for a very, very short amount of time. Once that contract runs out I will no longer be with TNA.”

    How do you feel about TNA’s way of sending you off?

    “It wasn’t much of a sending off. I was in the position where they wanted to introduce new characters and get over other characters, so if the guy isn’t going to be there, that’s, I guess, is the best use of them – is to put them at the expense of other characters. Hey, that’s their decision and I’m good with that if they are good with that. If they think that is a good way to put a new character over, then hey, I’m a company guy and I’ll do it. It’s somebody’s vision – They decided to go with this crop of guys going forward and decided to not go with guys Chris Sabin, AJ Styles, Daniels, and myself. You don’t want to fight that. There’s no need to fight it. Just go with it.”

    Check out the complete interview at TNANews.com.

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  • TNA Books More Shows In New York City, Global Force Trademarks Filed

    – Jeff Jarrett’s Global Force Wrestling has applied for the trademarks “Global Force Wrestling”, “GFW” and “Global Force Entertainment” to be used in “digital media and streaming material on the internet.”

    – TNA has booked three more Impact Wrestling tapings at the Manhattan Center’s Grand Ballroom in New york City. Aside from next month’s shows on June 25th, 26th and 27th, TNA will be taping three more shows on August 5th, 6th and 7th.

    How will TNA be received when they debut at the Manhattan Center? If this video from last weekend’s ROH “War Of The Worlds” show is any indication ….

    (Source: PWInsider)

  • TNA Talents Contacting ROH/Jeff Jarrett, The Menagerie’s Entrance (Video)

    – It’s being said that many talents in TNA have been contacting Ring Of Honor and Jeff Jarrett due to nervousness that grows each week that goes by without a new Spike TV deal announcement.

    – TNA looks at “The Menagerie’s” entrance in the latest edition of “#IMPACT365,” which you can check out below.

    http://youtu.be/UjXPR2uJ_44

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  • TNA Talents Contacting ROH/Jeff Jarrett, The Menagerie’s Entrance (Video)

    – It’s being said that many talents in TNA have been contacting Ring Of Honor and Jeff Jarrett due to nervousness that grows each week that goes by without a new Spike TV deal announcement.

    – TNA looks at “The Menagerie’s” entrance in the latest edition of “#IMPACT365,” which you can check out below.

    http://youtu.be/UjXPR2uJ_44

    (Partial Credit: F4WOnline.com)

  • Press Release: Canada To Host First Official Global Force Talent Search

    Global Force Wrestling issued the following on Wednesday:

    May 14, 2014

    PRESS RELEASE

    CANADA TO HOST FIRST OFFICIAL GLOBAL FORCE TALENT SEARCH

    NASHVILLE – Global Force Wrestling will hit the road for its first official talent search and seminar, which will take place on June 1 in Windsor, Ontario, Canada.

    GFW CEO and founder Jeff Jarrett knows well the great tradition of pro wrestling in Canada and the number of top stars the country has produced. He and Owen Hart of the legendary Hart Family were WWE tag team champions, and several Canadian stars made names for themselves while in Jarrett’s TNA promotion.

    The seminar also will reunite Jarrett with renowned pro wrestling trainer Scott D’Amore, who will help conduct the event at the North American Sports and Hobby Expo inside the WFCU Centre. D’Amore brought Team Canada to TNA, and he also trained such current indie wrestling superstars as Chris Sabin, Alex Shelley, Petey Williams, Rhino and Tyson Dux.

    “Professional wrestling is part of the DNA of Canada,” Jarrett said. “It felt like a natural not only to have our first official talent search there but to have it under the tutelage of Scott D’Amore, a longtime friend and as knowledgeable as anyone when it comes to discovering and fostering talent.

    “Coupled with our partnership with Mexico’s AAA promotion, this is another key step in establishing the reach of Global Force Wrestling.”

    Jarrett and D’Amore will evaluate the wrestlers in attendance as they engage in brief matches and cut promos.

    “It’s an honor to have Global Force Wrestling bring its first talent search to my hometown,” D’Amore said. “Jeff Jarrett is a third-generation promoter, and he knows what he wants. He’s going to have high expectations. I know he will be relentless in his pursuit in finding the best undiscovered talent in the world.”

    Wrestlers interested in attending the seminar should check globalforcewrestling.com/seminar for complete details.

    #JointheForce
    www.globalforcewrestling.com

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  • VIDEO: Episode 3 Of Global Force Wrestling’s “The Journey” Webisode

    Global Force Wrestling has released the third installment of their “The Journey” web series.

    The official description for the latest episode reads as follows:

    “#TheJourney continued last week, as Jeff and Karen Jarrett traveled to Pennsylvania.”

    Check out the third edition of The Journey above.

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  • Backstage News On Plans For Global Force Wrestling Live Events & TV Tapings

    As of right now, there are no concrete plans for Jeff Jarrett’s new Global Force Wrestling promotion to run any television tapings or live events in the near future.

    The GFW promotion was originally looking at late 2014 or early 2015 to begin running events, however the latest word is that they may have some events in October or November.

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  • VIDEO: Part Two Of Global Force Wrestling’s “The Journey” Web Series

    Jeff Jarrett and Karen Jarrett have posted episode two of Global Force Wrestling (GFW) web-series, “The Journey.”

    The video, which you can view above, is accompanied by the following description: “This week #TheJourney takes us from Mexico City to New York City, as Jeff & Karen Jarrett allow us to peek into their lives as they build Global Force Wrestling!”

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  • Global Force Wrestling To Sponsor Hermie Sadler In Upcoming Race

    The following press release was issued recently, revealing Global Force Wrestling as a sponsor for an upcoming Hermie Sadler race.

    Hermie Sadler to Compete in Denny Hamlin Charity Race

    HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (April 15, 2014) – 1993 NASCAR Nationwide Series Rookie of the Year and current Fox Sport 1 analyst Hermie Sadler will return to the track as he will compete in the Denny Hamlin Short Track Showdown. The biggest celebrity-laden Late Model Race on asphalt is going back to its roots at South Boston Speedway (South Boston, Va.) on April 24th, as host Denny Hamlin and an all-star cast of drivers return to the race track that helped launch Hamlin’s NASCAR career, among other racing stars.

    Sadler, who competed at South Boston in the Late Model Division in the early 1990?s, says the race being held at the legendary Virginia short track is one of the reasons he wants to compete this year. “I really appreciate Denny (Hamlin) and everything he does with his foundation and am honored to be invited to race, and getting to race again at South Boston Speedway makes it that much more special for me. It’s also my birthday, so I’m hoping a lot of my family and friends can come out and celebrate with me for a great cause!”

    Sadler will be driving a Chevrolet prepared by H.C. and Peyton Sellers of nearby Danville, Virginia. The car will be sponsored by Boyd Cars of Henderson, South Hill, and Emporia, Global Force Wrestling, and the all new Dominion Raceway. Practice begins at 1 p.m., qualifying at 5:30 p.m., qualifying races at 6:30 p.m., and the 200 Lap Feature will begin at approximately 8:00 pm. For more information, visit www.southbostonspeedway.com or call 434-572-4947.

    About Boyd: Boyd Chevrolet-Buick-GMC of Emporia Va. & Boyd Honda of South Hill Va. are Southern Virginia’s #1 new automobile dealerships. We have the largest selection of both new, program and pre-owned vehicles as well as the most competitive and fairest prices. Please give us an opportunity to earn your business and to prove to you that if you buy before checking with either Boyd Dealership you will simply pay more than necessary. And remember for a car buying experience that always fun, easy and enjoyable please depend on Boyd Chevrolet-Buick-GMC of Emporia Va. and Boyd Honda of South Hill Va. It’s the dealerships Hermie Sadler depends on!!

    About Global Force Wrestling: Global Force Wrestling is a new promotion founded by Jeff Jarrett, a 12-time world champion who has wrestled in WWE, WCW and numerous international promotions. A third-generation promoter, he also launched TNA in 2002 and drove it to international prominence. GFW promises to be an innovative brand that will be the most fan-interactive wrestling experience the fans have ever seen. You can follow its development at www.globalforcewrestling.com and on Twitter @GFWWrestling.

    About Dominion Raceway: DR Entertainment, LLC limited composed of owners Steve Britt and Jerry D. Evans broke ground on Dominion Raceway, November 1, 2013. The roughly $ 19 million privately financed complex borders I-95 and is scheduled to be completed in late 2014 and open in early 2015 with racing on all three tracks – a 4/10 NASCAR Oval Track, 1/8 Mile NHRA all concrete Drag Strip, 2 Mile Road Course and an Entertainment venue that will host Concerts, Trade Shows, Drive-In movies and much more.

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  • Jeff Jarrett Debuts GFW “The Journey” Webisode Number One

    Jeff Jarrett Debuts GFW “The Journey” Webisode Number One

    The official Global Force Wrestling website posted the following today:

    Global Force Wrestling presents it’s first web franchise called #TheJourney, which will document Jeff and Karen Jarrett’s life on the road, as they continue to travel around the world in search of undiscovered wrestling talent. ”The #G?lobal?S?earch started on January 6, 2014 and we have already grown our database to over 500 young men and women,” said Jeff Jarrett. ”This is an exciting time for Global Force Wrestling and we want the fans to be with us every step of the way. ?”??

    Watch “The Journey” webisode above.

  • Global Force Announces Partnership With Production Company For GFW TV

    Jeff Jarrett’s Global Force Wrestling has announced “strategic partnership” on Tuesday with Los Angeles-based 25/7 Productions to produce GFW shows for television.

    In a press release issued on Tuesday, Jarrett touted that 25/7 Productions will “lend a unique perspective both in and out of the ring.”

    25/7’s Dave Broome created NBC’s hit show “The Biggest Loser” and has produced several live TV specials. He stated:

    “It’s easy to get excited about Global Force Wrestling when you get to know Jeff Jarrett and see his passion and understand his vision. He’s eager to bring a new perspective to professional wrestling, and we’re eager to help him achieve that goal.”

    The press release also noted that GWF has built a database of over 500 performers that they can tap for signing talent.

  • Global Force Announcement Postponed, Update On Talent Signings

    Jeff Jarrett’s Global Force Wrestling was scheduled to make a big announcement today regarding a talent signing, however Jarrett just tweeted that the announcement has been postponed:

    “Well GFW fans…. Good news, bad news today… Bad news, no announcement today… Good news, it will be made tomorrow! The reason for the one day delay is because of a major Hollywood publication needs one more day for exclusivity purposes.

    There was some buzz over the weekend that New Japan Pro Wrestling tag team Killer Elite Squad (Lance Hoyt & David Hart Smith) signed to the promotion. Global Force tweeted this photo of Global Force founders Jeff and Karen Jarrett, along with Hoyt and former WWE/TNA Superstar Elijah Burke:

    Global Force also tweeted these photos over the weekend with Carlito, Jay Lethal and Mickie James:

  • Jeff Jarrett Allegedly Involved In Physical Altercation At Indy Event

    According to Examiner.com, Global Force Wrestling founder Jeff Jarrett was involved in a physical altercation at an indy show over the weekend involving the son of IWA Mid-South promoter Ian Rotten over money.

    Jarrett was reportedly given half his appearance fee when he arrived at the show and was told he’d receive the remaining balance within 2-3 days. This sent Jarrett into a rage, where is he alleged to have been screaming and cursing at many in the locker room and then directed his rage against the 17 year old son of Rotten, John Calvin.

    Eye witnesses say Jarrett either slapped John Calvin and knocked his glasses off or snatched them off his face during his rant and attempted to “hold them hostage to the point of breaking them,” before calming down.

    “Jeff and Karen Jarrett were both intoxicated,” promoter Ian Rotten said. “I have a locker room full of people to back me up on that.”

    Rotten has a spotty reputation when it comes to paying talent, with one indie veteran saying, “He is never going change brother, hell, he still owes me $50 from a show,” an indie veteran said.

    “I am embarrassed,” Rotten said. “I know it sounds incredibly stupid but we forgot to get the advance out of PayPal.”

    One wrestler, who asked not to be identified, said Jarrett was “out of control.”

    “Jeff Jarrett will get his money in a couple of days as promised and he can use it for a defense attorney because I will be going to the sheriff tomorrow (Monday) to swear out a warrant for assault on a minor,” Rotten said.

    For more on this story, visit Examiner.com.

  • New Announcement From Global Force Wrestling Scheduled For Next Monday

    The following was posted on the official website of Global Force Wrestling, the official website of Jeff and Karen Jarrett’s new promotion.

    The Next Announcement

    We just received word that Jeff & Karen Jarrett will make another GFW announcement this coming Monday, April 14.

    Don’t forget to #JoinTheForce on social media!

    You can check out their official website at GlobalForceWrestling.com.

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  • Jeff & Karen Jarrett Announce Global Force Wrestling

    Jeff and Karen Jarrett sent out the following press release today announcing the formation of their new Global Force Wrestling promotion:

    JARRETTS UNVEIL NEW WRESTLING PROMOTION: JOIN THE FORCE!

    NASHVILLE — After weeks of speculation and unprecedented internet buzz surrounding the hashtag #ItsComing … IT IS HERE!

    Legendary performer and third-generation promoter Jeff Jarrett and his wife, Karen, are set to unveil Global Force Wrestling (GlobalForceWrestling.com), which promises to be the most fan-interactive and immersive wrestling experience in history.

    “Because of new media, new technology and more ‘in-tune’ fans than we’ve ever had, wrestling is poised for another boom like it experienced in the mid-1980s and late 1990s,” Jeff Jarrett said. “What we’re going to deliver is a multi-platform, innovative brand that will engage fans in ways they’ve never experienced. It will provide a fresh perspective inside the business that fans have been clamoring for.”

    Jarrett, the founder of TNA wrestling and a 12-time world champion who wrestled in WWE, WCW and numerous international promotions, and his wife, Karen, have been laying the foundation for GFW since January 2014.

    “Jeff was born into this business,” Karen Jarrett said. “It’s his life’s passion. He saw a unique opportunity to fill a need in professional wrestling, and he has tirelessly devoted himself physically, mentally and emotionally to doing just that.”

    Videos of the Jarretts previewing the new promotion attached to the hashtag #ItsComing have garnered more than a million views. Meanwhile, Jeff and Karen have been searching the United States and the international ranks in search of undiscovered talent. The response has been overwhelming, with more than 400 performers from across the globe already in the evolving GFW talent database.

    “The reality is we want to build a brand in which fans are watching our wrestlers evolve from day one and are truly invested in the lives of our talent in and out of the ring,” Jarrett said.

    Global Force Wrestling expects to make several more key announcements in the coming weeks. Stay tuned.

  • Todd Keneley Talks Jeff Jarrett’s New Promotion, TNA Using Cheap Finishes & More

    The following are highlights of a new interview with Todd Keneley:

    On Jeff Jarrett’s new “Project” and the execution of the viral campaign: “I think people are interested, and he has kept pretty closely guarded. I think it’s good that Jeff has expressed that he is looking at the fans perspective and what they want to see. He’s got his clues here and there, but then he’s been out there traveling, going around the country scouting talent. I think it’s cool that step by step we’re learning a little more, now of course he’s announced his first real size able announcement. I’d be very anxious to see what he has to say the day after WrestleMania.”

    Thoughts on if Jeff’s new project needs a TV right out of the gate to make a big splash: “If you look at Jeff’s history, he found a way when he launched TNA in terms of doing the weekly PPVs. With WWE doing the network the business has really changed. There might be some more availability in the PPV market if you do it correctly. I think in a fans perspective and just about anyone’s perspective whether it’s necessary or not, TV obviously seems to be a very important part of the ball game. Just for perception i think it would certainly help. If it is CMT i think wrestling would be right at home there especially if Toby Keith is involved. Jeff has found ways to work around having a traditional TV distribution deal in the past. With this i think he’s biding his time, i don’t think he’s rushing anything here. I think he’s going to have all of his ducks in a row before he launches. It wouldn’t surprise me if he had TV all tied up.”

    Daniel Bryan winning the title at WrestleMania: “I’m cautiously optimistic. We will see. You can look at this one or two ways. You can look at it as WWE are geniuses and they took the fans for a ride and they knew what the end game was gonna be all along and they’ve got the fans even that more passionate to get there. Or it could be that the fans are really that passionate and really that powerful that they can change the WrestleMania main event. It might be a little of both but i think it’s the latter. I think the reaction at the Royal Rumble had to surprise the WWE. People had one man they wanted to see in that Royal Rumble match and they didn’t get it. As a result, the fans voiced their opinion and now here we are. I think it’s a more intriguing set up to WrestleMania because of it, because the fans now feel empowered. The fans believe they played a big part in this. I think that’s pretty awesome and that’s the magic of professional wrestling. I don’t see how you can rob Daniel Bryan of that moment at WrestleMania, I think WrestleMania has got to end with thousands upon thousands of people chanting yes and Bryan holding up the title. How do you waste that opportunity? I just don’t see it happening.”

    TNA’s using cheap finishes in World Title matches: “On PPV in a world title match people deserve a clean finish especially when you look at recent history. You went through an entire reign of Aces & Eights with Bully Ray as a world champion. There you know you’re going to have interference, you know you’re going to have screwy finishes. Then AJ wins the title but now you’ve got Dixie hellbent on getting rid of AJ, so you’re going to throw absolutely everything but the kitchen sink at AJ to get the title off of him and on to Magnus. Now you’ve got this handpicked company champion doing Dixie’s bidding so you know during that run it’s going to be squirrely. But i’m hoping that it’s going to play into the whole MVP storyline and getting back to pure wrestling that he will make make Magnus put his money where his mouth is and defend the title on a regular basis and do it the right way. If it plays off that way then it makes MVP’s position and role that much more important because we’ve been through this for so long. Now if it doesn’t and this continues then yeah i’d say at some point you’ve gotta jump off that train. But we’ll see.”

    Check out the complete interview at MoreLikeRadio.org.

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