Fans may or may not know that the NRWL has a minor league system that is used to train and shape future stars. It is a new system that started with our current season. We have decided to put more emphasis on bringing you news about the minor league system so you get to watch the wrestlers evolve before hitting the main stage.
We will provide match results for minor league events and give you notes on the performance of these up and coming athletes. To start things off, here are the results of the most recent event.
Singles Match
Jeff Farson vs. Machine Head
Winner: Jeff Farson in 6:21
Match Notes:
Farson's uses his strength advantage effectively. His movement in the ring is a bit sluggish. Despite his size, he can deliver big hits from the top rope. While he can maintain control during a match, his momentum is quickly broken. Farson's charisma in the ring is good. He has a basic foundation to be a popular character during events.
Machine Head is very unpredictable in the ring, a good trait to have against his opponents. While he was not in control throughout much of the match, he showed that he has the skills to keep things flowing and mount an offense. He is a more balanced wrestler than Farson is, quick on his feet while still able to perform big slams. Machine Head's charisma is low. He doesn't generate much in the way of crowd reaction.
Singles Match
Caribou Crawford vs. Grave
Winner: Caribou Crawford in 5:08
Match Notes:
Crawford doesn't have much of a size advantage but still manages to show off his strength. He also has a mind of submissions. Crawford has a tendency to try for a headbutt often with mixed success. Crawford doesn't rely too heavily on strikes but uses them just enough to get in position for a big slam. Charisma is high. The fans really give a strong reaction for him during his entrance, during the match, and in his victory celebration.
Grave is a bigger wrestler but has a surprising amount of speed. He has trouble maintaing control of the match. When he goes get an upper hand, he has trouble holding onto it. His moves are exciting and his counters seem to come when you would least suspect it. Despite arial moves, he does seem a bit slower than he needs to be. His gimmick is very serious and could be troublesome getting over with fans.
Four Way Elimination Match
Tom Shire vs. Don Suave vs. Hiro Nishimoto vs. John Austin Baker
Tom Shire has some words before the match
Tom Shire: You know, as I look at my opponents tonight, I realize that I need to show them what it is like to be in a wrestling ring. I should be in the NRWL right now, and mark my words, soon I will be. Tonight is just another chance for me to prove it!
Winner: Don Suave in 9:29
Match Notes:
Tom Shire is a well balanced performer. He shows off a lot of wrestling counter and holds. Out of all the performers in this match, he was middle of the road. His moves were slower than his opponents but he managed to control an opponent with ease. Unfortunately, he didn't seem to really be noticed in the ring compared to Suave or Nishimoto who have more natural charisma. Will need to work on becoming more interesting to watch in the ring.
Don Suave is quick in the ring. He works well with other wrestlers for double team moves. He takes opportunities when he sees them. He was slow to start but began to warm up as the match went on. Kicks out of pins much easier than many opponents. Took advantage of the no DQ rule and used a sledgehammer to his advantage to win the match. Good reaction from the fans after winning the match, however, his entrance could use a boost given his stronger personality. With a little more experience and a clear definition of his character, he can make a good addition to the NRWL.
Hiro Nishimoto is incredibly exciting in the ring. He is fast, agile, and seems to be very popular with fans. He appears unaffected by the chaos in the ring with three other wrestlers. His control of opponents is very clear. Going by in ring performance alone, he can be in the NRWL today, however, his skills on the microphone have yet to be seen.
John Austin Baker hits hard and has a solid set of moves in the ring. Found himself eliminated quickly in the match. His control of the match was very minimal. His entrance in the ring was very strong. With more experience in the ring, he looks like he could be a good fit to the NRWL roster.
