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Austin Says:
April 26, 2006

***I'm making progress, it's ONLY been two months since my last update. Eventually I'd like to get that down to two weeks, I'm working on it. I'm also working on getting my merchandise up on my site as well...***

***I've turned another year older since my last update. Thanks to everyone for their cards, gifts, and well wishes. I was back in Milwaukee and got to hang out with my family and good friends which I don't get to do too often. This was definitely one of the best birthdays I've had in a while.***

***A lot of people have asked me about the alleged "chop" incident at the Brew City Wrestling show, which made the news last week. First let me make it clear that this incident did not take place under my direction or supervision. The two hour wrestling clinic I ran that afternoon was well over at the time this alleged incident took place. I did, however, witness this so-called "initiation". Let me state that contrary to the reports and contrary to what this kids mother is saying, at no time was this kid forced to participate, or held against his will. In fact he was asked at least twice if he was sure he wanted to go through with his "chop initiation" and told if he didn't want to do it he didn't have to. He was also the third in line to receive the chops so he had a good idea what to expect going in. Now anybody who has actually been chopped before knows it stings, it's painful, it will take your breath away and it will leave a good hand print. That being said, a chop is not a strike that will physically injure somebody to the point of being taken to the hospital. I think this was simply a case of mommy overreacting and freaking out at her kid when she saw his chest, and him trying to turn and blame it on the wrestlers to save is own ass from mommas wrath. Score one more for "Wrestling is NOT FAKE".***

***On a interesting side note, Frankie DeFalco low rate, no class SOB. I mean come on Frank, was the extra $65 you scammed from me by lying about what you charged for the clinic really worth it? A $65 bridge burned. It's "promoters" like you, that are a constant black- eye on this business. The way you gossip, back-stab, lie, and conduct your business is a complete detriment to this great sport and the guys who truly respect and love it. Do me a favor and use MY $65 to buy a one way ticket to Outofthebuisnessville.***

***Most probably know that I've handed the reigns of the ROH Wrestling School over to Bryan Danielson. This will allow me to pursue some international bookings which my schedule didn't previously allow me to do. Teaching at the school was a great experience for me and I'm sure Bryan will do the best job the "Best Wrestler in the World" can do. For anyone interested in information about the school go to ROHwrestling.com.***

***I'm happy to announce that my first tour of Japan will be for Dragon's Gate Wrestling. I'll be going over there in early July for five shows along with my GenNext stable mates. Anyone who has seen DG or was at the ROH triple shot weekend knows that these guys are some of the most athletic, innovative wrestlers today. I'm very excited and honored to get to go and test myself against these world class competitors over on their home soil.***

***I'll be heading back to the PWG in California for a couple of shows on May 6th and 20th. It's been some months since I've been out on the west coast and I look forward to my return.***

***I'm also looking forward to my return to the UK for 1PW's tag tourney on May 26th and 27th. The tournament is full of top quality teams from around the world. Roderick Strong and I will have our hands full, but so will whoever has to face us.***

***Speaking of tournaments, I have accepted an invitation, along with GenNexters Roderick Strong and Matt Sydal, to compete in CZW's "Best of the Best" tournament. With all the bad blood between ROH and CZW this should be an interesting tournament. But lets be honest, does anybody really expect somebody other that one of us GenNexters to win the whole damn thing. I mean this tournament was actually NAMED after us!***

***Finally, no new news to report regarding TNA. Technically my two month suspension would have been up last week or so, but at this time I've received no word on when or if I'll be brought back.***

***Thats all for now. Keep checking back for more frequent updates. Take care and safe travels.

  -Aries