Interview with Tjay Sykes

MEBD: How long have you been wrestling

TJ: Ive been wrestling for 2 1/2 years now. Probably the best years of my life so far haha.

MEBD: What is your favorite type of match to participate in?

TJ:  My favorite match hands down would be a ladder match. The match is so intense and it lets you bring out the creative side in you. Be innovative you know? From watching classic ladder matches like HBK and Razor to the Hardy Boyz, E&C and The Dudleys makes you respect that type of match and of course the compettitors in it as well.
MEBD: What promotions do you wrestle for?

TJ:  I work for Summit Wrestling Association out in Greencastle Pa., Undisputed Championship Wrestling in Uniontown and South Connellsville PA. Real Championship Wrestling in my hometown of Baltimore MD, House Of Pain Wrestling in West Virginia, NWA Mountain State Wrestling in West Virginia. And couple others but those are the main ones.
MEBD: Who was your favorite wrestler growing up?

TJ: Well of course I have to go with The Heartbreak Kid Shwan Michaels. I know its a classic answer but hey HBK is the real deal haha.
MEBD: Where did you train?

TJ:  I have trained with Tatanka, Burn Blankenship out of West Virginia and Chucky Wynn who was trained by Kyda Pro in Mannassas Virginia.
MEBD: What has been the best advice that you have been given and who gave it to you?

TJ: "Be Different", Tatanka always told me that. I still keep that advice in my head to this day and "Relax" HBK gave me that advice when I met him awhile back.
MEBD: What do you think about the state of Professional Wrestling today?

TJ:  The state of Professional Wrestling could use a good kick in the ass basically. If you think back to say the 80's or 90's was when wrestling was at its best to me. Plain and simple my advice would be save the drama and get back to what its all about and that Wrestling in itself. Alot of people are in it for them selves when we should be helping this biz grow and make Pro wrestling hot again.
MEBD: Who are your favorites currently and why?

TJ: My favorites currently have to be The Pope D'Angelo Dinero, as for the indy circuit I would say Adam Cole. Why? Well as for the Pope the man has it all, Charisma, in ring ability, the look, you name it hes deserves a world title. As for Adam Cole who by the way is on the top of my list right now to go toe to toe with, hes one of those guys that you look at and say "That guy has got it". Cole is gonna do great things ifor this biz, but guess what ill be right there doing the same.
MEBD: Who has been your best opponent so far?

TJ: My best opponent so far has to be one of my best friends in Skull where we tore it down up at Undisputed Championship Wrestling. We never finished that match but rest assured that we will one day and finally put to rest who is the better man.
MEBD: When did you decide to do the Michael Jackson Character?

TJ:  I decided to do it actually a couple months before he passed away and I have transitioned the look to more of a Pop Star look. But Still have a bit of the MJ look to me as a tribute to him.
MEBD: Were you worried that it would not be taken seriously?

TJ: Was I worried? I guess alittle, but it seems like its taken off pretty well. But I still did the transition to a Pop Star just to change it up a bit.
MEBD: Name your top favorite MJ songs?

TJ: Number one of course is Billie Jean as for the others its honestly a toss up. I could'nt really choose outta the rest
MEBD: What would say makes you unique in and out of the ring?

TJ: What makes me unique is the fact that each time you see me in the ring I like trying new things and testing my limits. Im not like Cena with the 5 moves of doom everything with me has to be different each match. Being Unique to me isnt something that you force it just happens. Outside the ring I like to be sociable with the fans, give advice that I can give to the fans that one day want to be a wrestler. Help anyway I can. I know what it was like to be a fan and I still am in many ways
MEBD: How can you be booked?

TJ: To reach me for bookings reach me at my emai tjaysykes@yahoo.com, hit me up on twitter @The_KThrilla, or on Facebook.
MEBD: Is there any footage fans can find of you?

TJ: Footage is all over haha. Look my name up on youtube TJ Sykes or TJay Sykes. Summit Wrestling fan page on Facebook as well.

RCW Maryland No Remorse Review

In a building in which this generation of a fans are accustomed to seeing goals scored by the Baltimore Blast, or the older generation remember many boxing matches, fans turned out to the Du Burns Arena for another great show from Maryland's rising independant wrestling company, Real Championship Wrestling.

Derek Frazier open up the show and set the tone immediately by addressing the crowd and letting them know that unfortunately Osiraian Portal would have to forfeit titles due to an injury. As Frazier was announcing how the tag titles would be decided, he was interrupted by BLK OUT members, Ruckus, Robby Mireno, and The Black Jeez.

Ruckus indicated that he was giving the titles to BLK OUT. Frazier immediately voided that match. He placed Ruckus in a match with a new comer, which he lost, and Mireno in a match with Ophidian which he also lost.


A match I was really looking forward to was The Black Jeez vs Ryan McBride. These two had a lot of animosity built up and they really displayed it in the ring. In the end, McBride would get himself disqualified, but that would not stop him from continuing to punish the Black Jeez at the conclusion of the match.

Christian York recieved his rematch for the RCW World Heavyweight Championship against Azrieal. When Azrieal won the title on August 6, he celebrated by running all over the DU Burns Arena. On this night, celebration time was over. These two really took it to each other, and many times during the match, I thought that perhaps Azrieal's title win was a fluke. In the end, Azrieal used a roll up with a Ric Flair-like assist from the ropes to score the victory.

Real Championship Wrestling T3 Highlights (Baltimore, MD)

Last night I had the pleasure of attending Real Championship Wrestling in Baltimore and it as a great event. Independent wrestling is great because you really feel like you are apart of the show. You see the wrestlers improve their craft right in front of your eyes, and then if they decide to advance their careers into the WWE then you can really see where they started and all their hard work pay off. I been attending independent wrestling since 2006, and immediately I feel in love. I have been a fan of this business since I was born so anytime I get to see two individuals lock up in the squared-circle, it is always a treat.
My first show was Maryland Championship Wrestling's  2006 Shamrock Memorial Cup. On this night I had the pleasure of watching a man who would become one of my favorite wrestlers on the indy scene, Ruckus, become the winner. On this night I had the pleasure of meeting TNA's (now known as Impact Wrestling) own  Chris Saban and Petey Williams.

Since then, I have been trying to attend as many shows as I can.
On Saturday June 4, 2011, I had the pleasure of attending Real Championship Wrestling  T3, the Anniversary Show in Baltimore, MD. This was a night full of action and breath taking moments. I will highlight some of the nights biggest matches:

Mia Yim defeated Kimber Lee.

This match was booked as Mia Yim taking on a mystery opponent. At the previous show Supremacy, Yim wrestled Sara Del Rey in a classic match in which she just fell short. I knew coming into this match she would be looking to redeem herself. It should also be noted that she had just came from a tour in Japan for REINA.She said she learned a lot in Japan and could not wait to go back. In this match she really took control of Lee. During the match, Yim use a great deal of submission moves and was able to finish Lee with the "Kick Me Goodnight" to obtain the victory. This being the second match on the card really helped set the pace for the show.

BLK OUT defeats Adam Flash and Ryan McBride

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The beginning of the match was delayed because Robby Mireno wanted to fight everyone fan in the audience. He really drew a lot of heat from the crowd. Once the match got started, we saw a great display of wrestling from the veterans of the business. In the end, it was Saban holding down the foot of Adam Flash from the outside while Mireno was able to score the victory. After the match, Flash and McBride attacked both Mireno and Saban.

Christian York defeats Azrieal to retain the RCW World Championship via DQ

Another great display of in ring ability by two veterans. There were many points in which I thought that there would be a new champion crowned, but the "York Daddy" would not allow it. Sitting from the left side of the ring, I noticed this masked individual standing beside the wall out of no where and before I knew it, he was in the ring attacking the Champion, and the ref immediately called for the bell.

Derek Frazier defeats Ruckus in a Last Man Standing Match

This was an epic grudge match. This was the first time the two faced each other in a one-on-one match since 2006. The stipulations going into this match was if Ruckus wins, Frazier retires, if Frazier wins, BLK OUT must disband. Ruckus entered the ring with BLK OUT and two masked individuals. Followed by that, Adam Flash, Ryan McBride along with three people dressed in Derek Frazier attire. As the teams began fighting, one of the individuals who came out with BLK OUT took off his mask and turned out to be the real Derek Frazier. These two took it to each other all around the ring side. As Frazier was gaining momentum, Chrissy from BLK OUT arrived to the ring and began to attack him. Immediately, Mia Yim would arrive to the ring to make it a level playing field. Ruckus and Chrissy agreed they had had enough and began to make their way back to the locker room. As the walked back, they were greeted by the entire RCW locker room and this match would become a lumberjack match. In the end it was Derek Frazier hitting Ruckus with multiple impact drivers and Ruckus would not be able to get up before the referee reach the count of 10. Frazier had finally got his revenge on Ruckus and BLK OUT and the entire locker room was in the ring celebrating.

Interview with Larry Legend

Mia Yim Interview

Mia Yim is an up and coming wrestler on the independent scene. She is based out of Northern Virginia and she is also a full time student. I had the pleasure of seeing her wrestle Sara Del Rey on April 23 at RCW Supremacy. I was able to catch up with her to do an interview, check it out.

1.       How long have you been wrestling

I have been wrestling for about a year in a half now. 

2.       Who have been some wrestlers that you idolized growing up?

Growing up, I have always been a Lita fan. Her badass attitude and different style stood out to me 

3.       Who is your wrestler favorite now?

Now, my favorite wrestlers are Kana and Low Ki 

4.       What was your favorite match that you have been in?

I have alot of favorite. I would say that my Shimmer match with me & Jamilia Craft v. Daizee Haze & Tomoka Nakagawa and my recent match at RCW with Sara Del Rey are the top on the list

5.       Do you preferred to be cheered or booed?

Really depends if I'm feeling like a good girl or a bitch :) 

6.       Who is your dream opponent?

Hmmm dream opponent..I would love to wrestle my idol, Kana.  

7       What has been your most memorable moment your career so far?

I have lots of memorable moments, most of them are with the friends I made in the business though. I will never ever forget the people I have met and the impact they have brought to my life.  

8.      Where would you like to see your career elevate to?

I would love to work for the WWE, but as of now, I am happy with where I am now. I also would love to go wrestle in Japan or Mexico one day.  

9.        Have you  ever thought about being on tough enough?

I thought about it, and I put my education first. When I finish school and they do another Tough Enough competition, I would def try to get on it

10.      How do you manage your professional career and personal life?

Great time management. I have to prioritize alot. I make sure wrestling is on the weekends. From Mon-Friday i concentrate on school work. I always have holidays and breaks from school to train as much as I can. 

 11.     Anything in particular you want to say to your fans?

Thank you all for your support. Without you, there would be no me ^.^ Sarangheh