PWHF Blog

LORD ZOLTAN TO HOST PWHF XI

noreply@blogger.com (prez) — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:57:00 +0000

Fans, the PWHF is a grass roots Hall of Fame and Museum...we have been started and supported by the fans and Independent Wrestling Federations...we appreciate your support and know what you mean to the PWHF...in Honor of that support, the PWHF would like to recognize one of the Independents favorite Pittsburgh wrestler... Lord Zoltan...we have asked Zoltan if he would honor us and be our MC for our Eleventh Induction Weekend....and he said yes...so it is with great pride that the PWHF announces our Master of Ceremonies for PWHF XI...Ken Jugan aka Lord Zoltan...

TONY ATLAS AUTOGRAPH SESSION JANUARY 14TH 2012

noreply@blogger.com (prez) — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 15:02:00 +0000

Fans, on Saturday January 14th, 2012 the PWHF is proud to announce that Tony Atlas will be signing autographs from 1-3pm at the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum, Amsterdam, NY...cost of an autograph or picture with Tony Atlas 15.00 each...a special PWHF poster honoring Mr. Atlas's career will be available...hope to see you there!!!

PWHF-XI Induction Tickets Now Available!

noreply@blogger.com (prez) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:55:00 +0000

Tickets are now available for the eleventh annual PWHF Induction Weekend. Be present as the class of 2012 is inducted into the Hall of Fame, score autographs from wrestling legends at the Meet & Greet and find rare and exclusive merchandise at the PWHF Convention. Induction Weekend is a sell-out event each year. Don't wait -- download the order form to purchase your tickets.

PWHF-XI Induction 2012 Ticket Order Form

PWHF CLASS OF 2012 ANNOUNCED

noreply@blogger.com (prez) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 14:32:00 +0000

http://slam.canoe.ca/Slam/Wrestling/2011/12/03/19064426.html

PWHF CHRISTMAS GIFTS

noreply@blogger.com (prez) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 18:54:00 +0000

Fans when thinking of a x-mas gift for your family and friends, why not give a PWHF gift from our on-line store...just click on the PWHF Store icon and make someone happy with a PWHF gift under the tree...we have youth sizes available...Happy Holidays!!!

DOMENIC DENUCCI ROAST AND LUNCHEON

noreply@blogger.com (prez) — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 18:17:00 +0000

Here we come Pittsburgh...on Saturday December 3rd at the Double Tree Hotel {formerly the Radisson Hotel} Dr. Michael Martini will be sponsoring a "Luncheon and Roast" with one of America's favorite wrestlers Domenic DeNucci...the Luncheon buffet will start at 1pm and afterward Dr. Martini and a few of Domenic's close friends will lightly roast this wrestling icon..information regarding this event can be found by e-mailing Dr. Martini at Michaelamartinidc@yahoo.com or calling him at 412 480 9531 or sending a check made out to the PWHF for 50.00pp to Dr. Michael Martini PO Box 10747 Pittsburgh, Pa 15203..proceeds to benefit the PWHF...and after the Luncheon, how about attending the KSWA Fan Fest at the Lawrenceville Moose 120 51st street in Lawerenceville,Pa, featuring another wrestling legend George Steele... price only 5.00pp..KSWA is asking each fan to bring an unwrapped toy...toy to be given to abused children of Allegheny County...info about the wrestling show can be found by e-mailing Shawn Blanchard at Blanchardexpress@gmail.com or by calling KSWA at 412 726 1762...

ANNUAL HAT AND GLOVE GIVE AWAY AND CHILD WATCH ID CARDS NOV 19TH

noreply@blogger.com (prez) — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 17:42:00 +0000

The PWHF's Annual Hat and Glove Give away and the Child Watch ID Cards will be distributed on Saturday November 19th at the PWHF in Amsterdam, NY from Noon until 4pm...cost is free..also on hand will be legendary manager Percy Pringle aka Paul Bearer...cost of autograph or picture with Percy will be 15.00 each...hope to see you there...

PERCY PRINGLE AKA PAUL BEARER AT PWHF NOVEMBER 19TH

noreply@blogger.com (prez) — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 14:40:00 +0000

Percy Pringle aka Paul Bearer will be on hand to sign autographs on November 19th at the PWHF 30 East Main Street Amsterdam New York...Cost of autograph or Picture 15.00 each... Mr. Pringle will be signing from 2-4pm...the PWHF will be honoring Mr. Pringle with a special PWHF poster that weekend...Hope to see you there...

OCT 9 - David Hart Smith Autograph Signing

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 02:19:00 +0000

The PWHF welcomes former WWE Tag Team Champion, David Hart Smith, for a special autograph signing at the Hall of Fame on Sunday, October 9, from 1:00-3:00 PM. Autographs will be $15 per person. The PWHF will be issuing a special collectors poster for this event.

Dinner in NJ to Honor Angelo Savoldi - OCT 1

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 19:26:00 +0000

The PWHF will host a special dinner to honor Angelo Savoldi, former World Junior Heavyweight Champion and oldest living professional wrestler, on October 1, 2011. Scheduled to appear are: Bob Backlund, Tito Santana, Pedro Morales, Dominic DeNucci, Johnny Rodz, Doink the Clown, Manny Soto, Pretty Boy Larry Sharpe, JJ Dillon, Referee Dick Woehrle, Billy Caputo, Pete Reeves, Davey O'Hannon, and Hillbilly Cousin Luke.

The dinner will be held at the Raddison Hotel on 30 Minue Street in Carteret, NJ 07008. Tickets are available for $50/ea. Please make checks payable to PWHF and send to Davey O'Hannon, 127 Winding Road, Iselin, NJ 08830 to receive your tickets.

* wrestler appearances subject to change

Photos from PWHF Induction Weekend 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Mon, 23 May 2011 19:27:00 +0000

We are sharing photos from PWHF Induction Weekend 2011 on our Facebook page, many of which you have sent us. If you attended, please share your photos with us. You can post them on our Facebook wall.

PWHF Legends Appear at TNA Wrestling Event in Amsterdam, NY

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Mon, 23 May 2011 19:24:00 +0000

Several PWHF Hall of Famers made a surprise appearance at the TNA Wrestling show that took place during Induction Weekend. Check out the photos from TNA Wrestling.

Wrestling Legends to Attend PWHF-X

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 02:00:00 +0000

The PWHF is pleased to welcome the following wrestling legends who will be joining us for the PWHF-X Induction. Don't miss your chance to meet and greet these stars on Induction Weekend.

Rob Van Dam,
Mick Foley,
Jeff Jerret,
Tommy Dreamer,
Road Warrior Animal,
Paul Ellering,
J.J. Dillon,
Doink Ray Apollo,
Ivan Koloff,
Billy Robinson,
Nick Bockwinkel,
The Destroyer,
Dominic DeNucci,
Mae Young,
Donna Christenello,
Larry Sharpe,
Little Tokyo,
Piston Pete Sanchez,
Irish Davey O'Hannon,
Hillbilly Luke,
Dan Hodge,
Referee Dick Whoerle,
Paul Vachon,
Bugsy Mc Graw,
Joyce Grable,
Mark Lewin,
Somoa Joe,
Mr. Anderson,
Mickie James,
Matt Morgan,
Pope D'Angelo Dinero

PWHF Induction Weekend Events

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 01:50:00 +0000

There are a number of PWHF and community events scheduled around the10th Induction Weekend in Amsterdam, NY. We encourage fans to check out the following:

10th Annual PWHF Induction Banquet
We invite you to be present as Bronko Nagurski, Everett Marshall, The Shiek (Ed Farhat), Dick the Bruiser, Jerry Lawler, Ivan Koloff, Billy Robinson, The Road Warriors with Paul Ellering, Vincent K. McMahon, Jr. and Judy Grable are honored. Induction Ceremonies will be held from 7:00pm until 10:00pm on May 21st at the brand new banquet facility operated by America’s Best Value Inn, 10 Market St., Amsterdam, NY.

PWHF Collectors' Convention
10:00 A.M to 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, May 21, 2011 at America’s Best Value Inn, 10 Market St., Amsterdam. N.Y. Attendance is free. Six-foot dealer tables are available at $40.00 each. Come and see a wide array of wrestling memorabilia for sale.

PWHF Wrestler Meet & Greet
Saturday, May 21, 2011 from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM at America’s Best Value Inn. Here’s your opportunity to meet wrestling stars and obtain their autographs. Tickets are $25.00 per person and only one-hundred and fifty (150) tickets will be sold. All tickets must be purchased in advance as there will be no tickets sold at the door. Fans are entitled to one autograph or one picture per wrestler. Limit one ticket per person.

Big Al's Classic Car Cruise-In
Location: Upper Level of Riverfront Center Parking Garage
Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Includes: Oldies Music with "Big Al", Trophies to be awarded, Medallions, Give-Aways
Sponsor: Gendron's Truck Center
Local Sponsors: Sampson's Motor Car, Sikorski's Service Station, Fred's Auto, Turo's Service Station

Smitka Brothers Motorcycle Show
Location: TBA
Time: TBA
Includes: Trophies to be awarded
Sponsor: Smitka Bros. Cycle Works

Live Entertainment by "The Rogues"
Location: TBA
Time: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Sponsor: Emmy Lou's Cafe

Neighborhood Watch Dunking Booth
Location: TBA
Time: TBA
Sponsor: Neighborhood Watch / APD (To raise monies for the National Night Out)

Vendors & Crafters & Food
Location: Throughout the Main Street area
Time: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Set up time for vendors will be 8:00 am / All cars off the street/lots by 9:15 am
Vendor Set up fee: $20 for 10x10 space (money collected will pay for Port-O-Potties)
Contact: Donna Dickerson for more info @ mrsgvd1942@yahoo.com

Main Street Businesses
Time: 10:00 am - 6:00pm
Open for Business, Sidewalk Sales & Specials

TNA Wrestling to Perform during PWHF Induction Weekend

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 22:39:00 +0000

TNA Wrestling Live hits Amsterdam High School in Amsterdam, New York, on Friday, May 20, to celebrate the 10th Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame Induction. Catch all the action live when the biggest names in Pro Wrestling hit Amsterdam NY.

Bell time is 7:30.

Tickets can be purchased at the PWHF, by ordering online, or charge by phone at 802-863-5966.

Gold Circle ringside tickets include a Meet and Greet with the TNA Stars.
The doors will open at 5:30 for the Gold Circle Ticket holders only.

There will be a limited number of tickets available for this event, so get you tickets early.

Win the 2011 PWHF Induction Belt

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 22:33:00 +0000

Gloryday Belts has created another beautiful championship belt in honor of PWHF Induction Weekend 2011. As always, the belt will be auctioned off to our fans. Send your entry ( $5.00 a ticket, include your name and contact information) to PWHF, PO BOX 434, LATHAM, NY 12110. The winner will be drawn during Induction weekend.

Ad Space Available in 2011 PWHF Induction Program

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 22:24:00 +0000

Don't miss your chance to advertise in the 2011 PWHF Induction Program. This collector's item is always a popular item with fans. Download the order form to place your ad.

PWHF-X Induction Tickets Now Available!

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 17:01:00 +0000

Tickets are now available for the tenth annual PWHF Induction Weekend. Be present as the class of 2011 is inducted into the Hall of Fame, score autographs from wrestling legends at the Meet & Greet and find rare and exclusive merchandise at the PWHF Convention. Induction Weekend is a sell-out event each year. Don't wait -- download the order form to purchase your tickets.

PWHF-X Induction 2011 Ticket Order Form

Lawler, McMahon, Road Warriors among PWHF Class of 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 19:46:00 +0000

The Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame is proud to announce its Class of 2011, which will be enshrined at the tenth PWHF Induction Ceremony known as PWHF-X. The honorees are: Bronko Nagurski and Everette Marshall in the Pioneer Era category; The Sheik (Ed Farhat) and Dick the Bruiser in the TV Era category, Jerry Lawler and Ivan Koloff in the Modern Era category; Billy Robinson in the International category; The Road Warriors with Paul Ellering in the Tag Team category; Vincent K. McMahon in the Colleague category; and Judy Grable in the Ladies category.

The PWHF-X Induction Weekend will take place on May 20-21, 2011, in Amsterdam, NY. Ticket information and other details will be released soon.

PWHF inductees are determined by a distinguished Selection Committee. The 2011 Selection Committee includes: Harley Race, Terry Funk, Oliver Humperdink, Don Leo Jonathan, William Myers, Mae Young, Billy Two Rivers, William Moody, Dick Beyer, Nick Bockwinkel, Jim Cornette, Ted Di Biase, Dan Hodge, Pat Patterson, Les Thatcher, J Michael Kenyon, Steve Johnson, Graham Cawthon, Tom Burke, Zack Arnold, Don Luce, Rich Tate, Koji Miyamoto, Greg Oliver, Mike Tenay, Fred Hornby, Bob Bryla, Dave Cameron, Tim Hornbaker and Mark Hewitt.

New Jersey Dinner Postponed

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 02:15:00 +0000

Due to circumstances with the venue beyond our control, the NJ Dinner will be postponed. Tickets will be refunded. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Sir Oliver Humperdink Autograph Signing, Oct 31

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 16:51:00 +0000

Legendary manager, Sir Oliver Humperdink, will sign autographs at the PWHF on October 31 from 1-4pm. Autographs will be $10 each and proceeds will benefit the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum.

Tito Santana Autograph Signing, 9/26

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 04:07:00 +0000

The legendary Tito Santana will be visiting the PWHF to sign autographs on Sunday, September 26, from 1-4pm. Autographs will be $10 each and all proceeds will directly benefit the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum.

The Following Contest ......

noreply@blogger.com (Mr4wrestle) — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 17:48:00 +0000

The following contest is set for 2011 with a time limit of one weekend and is for the 10th annual Induction ceremony for the Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame. Nine annual inductions have come and gone. A seemingly infinite amount of work has gone into each year’s festivities. Like the greatest wrestlers of the past and present, out of the 1001 details taken care of prior to and during each induction ceremony, by far most were winners .. with a few draws …. and maybe even a loss now and then. But the effort was and is always there, and it’s always 100%. This has been said before, but it has to be said again. Many people have attempted a hall of fame over the years, but this is the first and only brick & mortar hall of fame dedicated solely to professional wrestling. Here are two great quotes about the PWHF .. The first by Stan Hansen .. "I just went out and did my job that I tried to do, bring the money home. But I never really tried to take myself too serious," he concluded. "But this has made me stop and pause, and because we are elected by our peers, it does mean something special, it does mean something. Thank you so much.” …. And the second by writer Greg Oliver … “In the end, the Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame really is about peers. The voting is conducted by historians, previous inductees and a select group of fellow wrestlers, making it the only true professional wrestling hall of fame in existence.”
So, prior to the 2011 Inductions, there will surely be a few preliminaries ….fundraising dinners … maybe a few autograph sessions …. But make no mistake about it .. the main event will most definitely be the 10th annual PWHF Induction weekend. The architect of all these induction ceremonies has been a virtual one man gang … a planner .. a producer … a director … a promoter …. a booker …. a worker .. a shooter and a champion. From the opening bell, the past nine inductions have been handled with the finesse of a Lou Thesz or a Jack Brisco. Leverage, psychology, skill, strength, endurance, diplomacy and experience all were utilized like the great ring generals of the past. So far, the Hall has withstood the test of time. The Hall is growing …. and it’s growing fast. There is so much more to do today than there was ten years ago. The war horse … the ring general … the man with the pencil … “the champ” …. is still going strong, but I think it’s time to offer him more than a pat on the back. I think it’s time for the champ to be afforded the opportunity to catch his breath once in a while. Maybe a tag team .. or a six man or eight man or ten man tag team. The champ would still lead the team, but he could also tag out from time to time. He would still be the undeniable leader and driving force of the team and always be there to take the hot tag. So I think this is a good idea. A pat on the back is always welcome, but it’s time for a few more of us to suit up and step between the ropes ... and give the old ring general a hand when he needs to “tag out” from time to time. We are all in this together. Long live the PWHF !!!
John Pantozzi

Titans in Toronto IV, Sept 18, 2010

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 18:12:00 +0000

Join us for a special Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame dinner in Toronto on Saturday, September 18, 2010 at The Factory (Dufferin & Steeles -- 34 Futurity Gate, Vaughan, ON, L4K 1S6). Cocktails are at 6pm, dinner at 7pm.

Legends expected to attend include: Rick Martel, Tiger Jeet Singh, Tiger Ali Singh, "The Destroyer" Dick Beyer, Whipper Watson Jr., Goldie Rogers, author Jim Freedman ("Drawing Heat"), former WWE referee Jim Korderas, Gino Brito, "No Class" Bobby Bass, Duncan Mctavish, Ricky "Soulman" Johnson, Mitt Avruskin, Peppi Dipasquale, Tim Gerrard, "Dangerous" Dan Gervais, "Supermouth" Dave Drason, Guy Sauriol, manager JJ Cooke, Black Panther #2 and more...

Tickets and proceeds benefit the PWHF. Seating is limited to 200.

Order tickets online at:
http://slam.canoe.ca/Slam/Wrestling/titans-in-toronto.html

You can also order by calling 905-513-6464, or by mail (download the order form).

Winner of Replica Championship Belt

noreply@blogger.com (Anthony) — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 22:30:00 +0000

The winner of this year's replica championship belt, donated by TopRopeBelts.com, is Brian Kaelber. Congratulations Brian!