The Axeman Speaks 6-2-2014

 The photo above is my Grand daughter, Harley, taken a few days ago during my trip to St. Louis.
 Isn't she a doll? I am truly blessed!

The opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Wrestling News Center, the Webmaster, or anyone else connected with this site. They are mine and mine alone.

Greetings, wrestling fans! Two columns on the same day?! I know, I have not updated in a while, so you get two columns in one day.

This column will address a situation that has recently occurred in indy wrestling in this area that I find absolutely absurd.

It will never cease to amaze me when so called "professional" wrestlers do things that are completely unprofessional. It has been said, don't bite the hand that feeds you. Yet time and time again I have seen some young punk so called "wrestler" do just that. One such "wrestler" calls himself Chris Cade.

I first saw Chris Cade at a TFW show a couple of years ago at Skyline. I only announced a few times for TFW after Wayne sold the company, and I believe it was at TFW's last show in Skyline that some of that bunch of idiots beat the holy hell out of Chris Cade. Totally ridiculous. Totally uncalled for. I walked away from the building that night after the show shaking my head in disbelief.

Not long after that Chris Cade showed up in EPW. He quickly became a fan favorite there, and eventually wore the EPW Championship belt for a while. He seemed to be doing well. He seemed happy to be there. He had gotten a push, held the EPW title for a while, and all seemed good.

Somewhere along the way Chris Cade became dissatisfied, apparently, with the way things were going. He apparently decided to leave EPW for another promotion. That's his choice. Well and good. He could have left the right way. He could have left on good terms, especially considering the way he was done wrong by TFW and treated right by EPW. But instead, Chris Cade decided to burn a bridge with EPW when he actually sent a death threat to the booker at EPW, Kross. Now this was not a face to face threat. This was something that was apparently sent to Kross via a text message. Chris Cade was not man enough or professional enough to say what he wanted to say face to face, he took the chicken way out. By handling things the way he did, Chris showed his true colors.

I am sure some of you have watched the response posted on facebook by Kross. I will not go into that, except to say that I hope Chris Cade can grow a set and accept the challenge issued by Kross. Chris, come get in the ring with Kross and settle things. Of course, you won't do that. At the very least, apologize for your actions. I doubt that will happen either.

I wish you well, Chris Cade, at the promotion in Tennessee where you are currently wrestling. Perhaps, while you are there, you will learn something about professionalism. Perhaps you will learn not to bite the hand that feeds you. Perhaps you will learn not to burn bridges.

I leave you with the following, which I wrote several years ago. Think about it, Chris.

WILL YOU BITE THE HAND THAT FEEDS

How will you react today

when something doesn't go your way?

Will you speak kind words to those you meet

while you're walking on the street?

Will you be kind to those close to you today,

or will you angrily push them away?

Will you be angry when mistakes are made,

speaking words that belittle or degrade?

What kind of example do you want to be

to those around you, namely me?

Will you practice what you say you believe,

or will you bite the hand that feeds?

Anger is an awful thing,

it causes sadness, it causes pain.

So, how will you react today

when some little thing doesn't go your way?

You, my friend, are the only one

who determines your reaction when adversity comes.

Will you react with anger, will you yell and shout,

putting me down and cussing me out?

Tonight, friend, when you go to bed

will you go regretting what you have said?

Did your reaction reflect what you say you believe,

or have you once again bitten the hand that feeds?

copyright 2005 by Randy Boyd

The Axeman has spoken.

The Axeman Speaks - June 3, 2014

The photo above is from my recent trip to St Louis. On an outing to Baskin Robbins with my grandkids. Truly, I am blessed.

The opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Wrestling News Center, the Webmaster, or anyone else connected with this site. They are mine and mine alone.

As a public service to all the citizens of North Mississippi, I think it is my civic duty to make you aware of a situation involving Hollywood Jimmy Blaylock. I am sure most people are not aware of this, but Hollywood has recently been BANNED from a local retail establishment.

Here is the letter Hollywood received from the manager at the store. I suggest that, if you encounter Hollywood at any store, you turn and RUN the other way.

Dear Mr. Blaylock:

Over the past six months, you have caused quite a commotion in our store. We cannot tolerate this behavior and have been forced to ban you from the store. Our complaints against you, Mr. Blaylock, are listed below and are documented by our video surveillance cameras. 

1. You took 24 boxes of condoms and randomly put them in other people's carts when they weren't looking. 

2. You set all the alarm clocks in Housewares to go off at 5- minute intervals. 

3. You made a trail of tomato juice on the floor leading to the women's restroom. 

4. You walked up to an employee and told her in an official voice, 'Code 3 in Housewares. Get on it right away'. This caused the employee to leave her assigned station and receive a reprimand from her Supervisor that in turn resulted in management getting involved causing management to lose time and costing the company money. 

 5. You went to the Service Desk and tried to put two cart loads of do-nuts on lay away. 

6. You moved a 'CAUTION - WET FLOOR' sign to a carpeted area. 

7. You set up a tent in the Sporting Goods Department and told the children shoppers they could come in if they would bring pillows and blankets from the bedding department - to which twenty children obliged. 

8. When a clerk asked if she could help you, you began crying and screamed, 'Why can't you people just leave me alone?' This resulted in a call to 911 from several shoppers. 

9. You looked right into the security camera and used it as a mirror while picking your nose. 

10. While looking at guns in the Sporting Goods Department, you asked the clerk where the antidepressants were. This resulted in yet another call to 911. 

11. You darted around the store suspiciously while loudly humming the 'Mission Impossible' theme. 

12. YOU hid in a clothing rack and when people browsed through, yelled 'PICK ME! PICK ME!' 

13. When an announcement came over the PA system, you assumed the fetal position and screamed 'OH NO! IT'S THOSE VOICES AGAIN! Yet another call to 911.

14. You took a box of condoms to the checkout clerk and asked where the fitting room was. 

And last, but not least: 16. You went into a fitting room, shut the door, waited awhile, and then yelled very loudly, 'Hey! There's no toilet paper in here.'

So there you have it, ladies & gentlemen. Now you know. 

The Axeman has spoken. 

The Axeman Speaks 1-6-2014

The photo above is my newest grandchild, Parker. I an so proud of him! I have been blessed way more than I deserve!


The opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Wrestling News Center, the Webmaster, or anyone else connected with this site. They are mine and mine alone.

Greetings, Axemaniacs, and happy New Year! I hope all of you had a great holiday season. But now it is back to business as usual, and I have something on my mind I would like to address.

This column will cover one incident which occurred Saturday night, 1-4-2014, at EPW in Booneville, MS.

There are professional wrestlers. Then there are wannabe wrestlers. This is a column about a wannabe.

Bonecrusher summed it up on a post on his Facebook page: "When is anyone gona respect this buisness an understand that when the booker of a show tells you to do something an you don't want to do it then get the hell out of the dressing room an leave don't go sit in the audience."

Chico, when you showed up at EPW Saturday night and found out what the booker wanted you to do, you refused to do it. It was not anything difficult or dangerous. It was a simple request. Now, I don't know what you think gives you the authority to disrespect the booker or the organization or the business in general by acting the way you did, but you said no. You were then told to leave the building. Instead of leaving the building, you and your wife decided to sit in the crowd.

At the end of the show Kross called you out and absolutely humiliated you. Any real "wrestler" would never have put himself into the position you put yourself in, but you walked right into it, and you were absolutely humiliated. Frankly, I wish you had jumped the rail and gone into the ring. You would have gotten what you deserved. Oh, you ran your mouth a little, you issued a challenge for the next week, but in the end you tucked your tail between your legs and went home like a whipped puppy.

Later you were on Facebook posting your drivel, trying to be a tough guy, and acting a fool. Kross said he would gladly give you a match this Saturday, any match you want. Frankly, Chico, I hope you accept. I hope you show up at EPW. And I hope Kross has no mercy on you.

So, I guess it all boils down to this: Chico, will you grow a set and show up and be man enough to back up what you say? Or will you stay home and prove to the wrestling world what you really are? We will see Saturday night.

You see, Chico, there are two types of people when it comes to wrestling: Those who belong in the ring and those who do not belong in the ring. You, Chico, do not belong in wrestling. Stay home.

The Axeman has spoken.

The Axeman Speaks December 23, 2013

The opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Wrestling News Center, the Webmaster, or anyone else connected with this site. They are mine and mine alone.

Greetings, wrestling fans, and Merry Christmas one and all!

If you are wanting to read a politically correct column, stop here. I assure you that this column is far from politically correct. 

I promised you a Christmas column, so here it is. I must admit, however, that I am having somewhat of a difficult time getting into the Christmas spirit lately! All around us we see all kinds of holiday activities going on... parties, shopping, Santa, sports, and all the hoopla that goes with this time of year. But, where is the real reason we celebrate in the first place?

Perhaps you have heard the phrase, "war on Christmas" used at various times by different Christian organizations. Businesses are trying to eliminate all references to Christmas by saying "happy holidays" or "enjoy the winter break." That's sad, my friends. Everyone wants to be politically correct. They do not want to offend anyone by using the word, "Christmas." Well, here's a news flash for ya: I am offended by the elimination of the word, "Christmas."

There is more attention being given to the controversy surrounding Duck Dynasty and the A & E Network that to the reason for the season. How very, very sad!

But there are still some who will celebrate CHRISTmas. Check out this video:

http://stacyontheright.com/2013/12/12/u-a-air-force-christmas-flash-mob-viralvideo/

Apparently, the US Air Force band has no problem with Christmas. I salute them! Or, check this one out. It's not really intended to be a Christmas song, but it was sent to me as a gift by someone very dear to me, and the message is beautiful:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NI_1YliutzA

So many people are missing Christmas! Oh, they won't miss the day, just the reason behind the celebration, Jesus Christ. 

It is easy to get wrapped up in all the celebration and forget why we are celebrating. So, here is a reminder:

"For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgement and with justice from henceforth and forever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this." - Isaiah 9:6-7

Please read the first two chapters of the book of Matthew, and the first two chapters of the book of Luke in the Bible if you need any additional reminders as to why we celebrate Christmas. In fact, please read it anyway.

This Christmas, please don't miss Christ. This Christmas, have fun, enjoy being around family and friends, enjoy the food, the festivities, the gifts, but please keep Jesus at the center of it all. We need him now more than ever before.

So, I wish all of you a very happy and peaceful and memorable Christmas. Please be safe, and please include Christ in your celebration.

The Axeman has spoken.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTqIBTZix5w

The Axeman Speaks December 16, 2013

The photo above is my granddaughter, Harley, along with her two closest friends, lol... I am blessed waaaaaaaay more than I deserve!

The opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Wrestling News Center, the Webmaster, or anyone else connected with this site. They are mine and mine alone.

Greetings, wrestleholics! I know, I still don't update this column often enough. Folks, I have had a rough time lately, with a heart procedure and working 70+ hours a week. Forgive me. Frankly, the day is soon coming when I will walk away from wrestling, including this column, announcing, everything - that is, everything EXCEPT being a fan. I will still show up and be in the crowd. But for now, I am going to keep doing what I am able to do, including WNC, this column, and announcing at EPW as often as possible. Gene Jackson, I have not forgotten I promised you an interview when I walk away. Soon, Gene. Soon.

OK, with that said, I have a couple of things I want to talk about.

First of all, I want to talk about TFW. That's right, I said TFW. I have been told that the TFW owner, and you all know who that is, has returned and is once again running shows at Skyline, just outside Tupelo. I had someone text me several days ago asking if I would be announcing there again. The answer to that question is NO. If, indeed, Lacy is running shows anywhere in this area, I will have nothing to do with it. Period. I wish him no ill will, I hope he is successful. I hope he approaches things much differently this time around. I simply did not like the way he did business before, so I don't want to do business now.

I must say Thank You to the promoter and booker at EPW in Booneville for allowing me to continue being a part of the show, in spite of my erratic schedule and inability to be there about half the time. EPW is a great group. They put on a good show week after week. If you are looking for a place to see a good wrestling show this weekend, check out EPW. It is going to be a wild and crazy night, as it always is at EPW, because you never know just who might show up or what will happen.

I enjoyed having lunch with the writers and staff of Wrestling News Center at our annual Christmas gathering a few days ago. It was good to see everyone again. I was sorry there were several who were unable to make it due to weather conditions north of us. The 2013 WNC Lifetime Achievement Award winner was chosen during this meeting. I am not going to tell you who it is yet, but I will say that the winner is more than deserving of the award.

Christmas is fast approaching. I was having a conversation with a friend of mine the other day, and he asked if there was anyone in wrestling who I just could not stand. I rattled off three names very quickly. He asked why I have heat with these three individuals, and I told him why. He was quiet for a  minute, then he said something to the effect that life is too short to have grudges. He then said that we should strive to be Christ-like, especially during the Christmas season, but really, always. He said I should mend fences with these three individuals and move on. After a lot of thought, I have concluded he is right. I have contacted two of them and have buried the hatchet. I really do not want any heat with anyone.

However, I do not have any contact information for Dustin Starr. I have been angry with him for a long time over an incident that happened over five years ago. So, it is time to bury the hatchet with Dustin. You are forgiven, Dustin. Period.

I am working on a Christmas column, which I will have up by next weekend. Now, wrap your mind around that, two columns in two weeks.

Thanks for stopping by! If you have any feedback, positive or negative, you may leave a comment at the end of this column, or contact me at axemanchopchop@yahoo.com.

The Axeman Speaks 11-21-2013

The photo above is my wife and I with our newest grandchild, Parker. I am truly blessed.

The opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Wrestling News Center, the Webmaster, or anyone else connected with this site. They are mine and mine alone.

My friend, Downtown Bruno, recently sent in some comments, which were posted here at Wrestling News Center. One of those comments had to do with the fact that I have not been updating this column regularly. He's right, of course, I have not updated like I should. I promise to do better.

Bruno also said the following:
"The web-site is sooo much better without the message board, isnt it? Nobody putting down Vixen and the rest anymore. Shes a nice, intelligent young lady, who did not deserve the constant negativity, period."

First of all, the bathroom wall is finally history, and I agree with Bruno, it is about time! It was nothing but a crapping spot for those who wanted to sling s**t and start trouble.

I also agree with Bruno 100% about Vixen. I have known her and followed her wrestling career for a long time. She IS a very nice person. She IS smart, and the fact is, she's gorgeous, too! She did not deserve all the crap that was posted about her. Our paths still cross once in a while, and it is always good to see her. She's come a long way, and I admire her for the way she handled all that foolishness - with dignity and professionalism. OK, on to other things....

I honestly thought TNA was finished a few weeks ago when rumors began about the company being for sale. Now it appears they might not be for sale, but just might make one more effort to turn tings around. They finally, at long last, have gotten rid of Hogan and Bischoff, and the improvement is already noticeable. Now they need to bring back Jim Cornette and Dutch Mantell, and they just might be able to save the organization. Oh, and they should re-build the Knockouts Division and once again make it a major part of every show. The Knockouts Division is one of the main reasons TNA saw so much success in the pre-Hogan/Bischoff era. Bring back Roxy Leveaux. Bring back Kong. Bring back Mickie James. Bring back Tara. Along with Gail Kim, those girls can get it done!

Jonathan Hopkins recently sent me a text, asking who I thought the best announcer in indy wrestling in the Mid-South is. That is a tough one. I have to say it is probably Al Hall, although he does not announce nearly often enough these days.

Now on a personal note... I am getting old, folks. I have been having some serious issues with my health, and finally had things checked out. I have been told that I have some heart issues that must be dealt with. Therefore I will be having a heart cath done this Friday morning, 11-20, at North Mississippi Medical Center here in Tupelo, to open up some blocked arteries, either with stents or by balloon angioplasty. So I will be out of commission for a few days, but I can assure you I am not finished yet. I will be back.

I wrote this poem over 10 years ago. I have published it before, but here it is again. It pretty much sums things up. I am not finished yet because I'm still having fun.

I CAN'T QUIT NOW!

 

I once thought I was invinceable,

that nothing could ever stop me.

I once thought I was king of the world,

and nobody could ever top me.

I once thought I was immortal,

that I would live forever.

I thought I had it all figured out,

I was bright, and smart, and clever.

And now I find those thoughts of mine

are growing rather cold.

No matter how hard I resist, my friends,

I'm really getting old.

No longer am I invinceable,

I'm smarter than that now.

I will never be king of the world,

I figured that out somehow.

Immortality has eluded me,

there's nothing I can do.

All the things I had figured out,

I mostly figured wrong, too.

When I look back upon my youth,

the mistakes of my past,

It's hard for me to understand

how I made it this far, this fast.

But I'm not finished yet, my friend,

I have more races to run.

No, I can't quit running now,

'cause I'm still havin' fun!

 

The Axeman has spoken.

The Axeman Speaks - July 21, 2013

The opinions expressed in this column do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Wrestling News Center, the Webmaster, or anyone else connected with this site. They are mine and mine alone.

This will be a very short and to the point column, because I don't have time to talk about a variety of topics.

In the State of Missouri there is a group of uninformed, bumbling bureaucrats known as The Missouri Athletic Commission. This group has all but destroyed professional wrestling in the State of Missouri, and they have struck again. This time it was at a TNA house show in Cape Girardeau, MO, when the commission refused to allow half the wrestlers on the card to compete over licensing issues. Fans were given the option of getting a refund or having fan interaction with the TNA stars.

Now, you might be thinking TNA really got screwed up there in Cape Girardeau, but ultimately it was the fans who got the shaft.

One thing must be said, however much you despise the Missouri Athletic Commission... TNA is partly to blame for this disaster. They should have dealt with the Athletic Commission in advance to make sure they were in compliance with Missouri licensing requirements, as ridiculous as those requirements might be.

The Axeman has spoken.