Chenango County Fair welcomes TNA’s Impact Wrestling World Tour
NORWICH – With names such as Hulk Hogan, Kurt Angle, “The Monster” Abyss, Mickie James and the “Samoan Submission Machine” Samoa Joe on its roster, it’s no surprise Total Nonstop Action Wrestling is one of the biggest names in the professional wrestling industry. On Friday, the Chenango County Fair will play host to the television franchise, as its Impact Wrestling World Tour takes to the ring at 7:30 p.m. at the fairground’s grandstand.
While Hogan – one of the most popular wrestlers in the history of the sport – will not be on hand for Friday’s event, Olympic gold medalist Angle, Abyss, James and Samoa Joe will be, joined by a supporting cast that also includes Mr. Anderson, Beer Money, Inc., “The Pope” D’Angelo Dinero, Billy Ray, Devon, Brian Kendrick, Angelina Love & Winter, Mexican America and more.
According to Chenango County Agricultural Society President Mary Weidman, securing the Impact Wrestling Tour for this year’s fair was a conscious decision to shake things up a bit and offer fair-goers something new.
“Tickets are still available,” stated Weidman. “We wanted to offer something different this year and it’s very popular on television. We know there are a lot of people locally who really enjoy professional wrestling.”
“The Pope” D’Angelo Dinero – a member of TNA’s Impact Wrestling crew for a little over two years – said people can expect a show like no other. And when “The Pope” is in the mix, “good things are going to happen, something good is going down,” according to the wrestler.
“When Impact comes live to a town, we offer something different, something exciting. That’s what TNA Impact Wrestling does; we make sure our fans get the most bang for their buck,” said Dinero. “As long as there’s one fan, one person, one child or one parent that leaves feeling entertained, my job is done.”
While Dinero admitted it’s exciting to travel the world with such an esteemed, talented crew of wrestlers, he reminded his fans that “The Pope rolls solo.” As to how many times an opponent has managed to get the best of him, he said it makes no difference in the long run.
“It’s not how many times you get put down, it’s how many times you get back up,” stated Dinero. “That’s how I live my life. Whether it’s the people watching on the Internet or the millions of viewers on television, it’s OK to fall. It’s OK to get your shoulders pinned to the mat, the important part is getting up.”
“The Monster” Abyss – whose name in the real world is Christopher Parks – is only the second wrestler to complete the Grand Slam Championship with Impact Wrestling. He’s also a former World Heavyweight, World Tag Team, X Division and Television Champion. Known by wrestling fans as a violent, destructive force with a penchant for wielding spiked weapons in the ring, the wrestler has been with Impact since its inception in 2002.
“I’ve been there since the beginning and it’s been great to see the growth of the company,” stated Parks, who’s much less terrifying than his alter ego, Abyss. “I’m proud of where it started and where it’s gone since then.”
As for Friday’s match-up at the Chenango County Fair, Parks said he’s “really looking forward to it.”
Parks said Impact fans – as well as those who may be curious to witness a live-action professional wrestling showdown – can expect a little bit of everything. No matter what people are into, whether it be a tag-team, individual, three-on-three or a full-on brawl, one thing’s for certain, he added, fans won’t be disappointed.
“Expect a really interactive show,” stated Parks. “We make sure and reach out to the fans. We’ll have a meet-and-greet, fans will have a chance to get photos with wrestlers at the end of the show, we’ll sign autographs. That’s what separates us from the competition, it’s really unique. We give them that up-close, personal experience.”
Parks said he believed wrestling has maintained its popularity over the years because it “relates to people.” They can rely on the storylines, he added, and over the years that has proven true.
“Young, old, woman, man, kid, adult, it’s a larger-than-life business ... it always has been,” said the wrestler. “It’s a larger-than-life spectacle and we have a loyal fan base. It’s one of the most loyal in all of entertainment.”
Tickets for Friday’s Impact Wrestling World Tour cost between $15 and $50 and are available at the Chenango County Fair main gate, by phone at 334-9198 or online at www.e-tix.com.
While Hogan – one of the most popular wrestlers in the history of the sport – will not be on hand for Friday’s event, Olympic gold medalist Angle, Abyss, James and Samoa Joe will be, joined by a supporting cast that also includes Mr. Anderson, Beer Money, Inc., “The Pope” D’Angelo Dinero, Billy Ray, Devon, Brian Kendrick, Angelina Love & Winter, Mexican America and more.
According to Chenango County Agricultural Society President Mary Weidman, securing the Impact Wrestling Tour for this year’s fair was a conscious decision to shake things up a bit and offer fair-goers something new.
“Tickets are still available,” stated Weidman. “We wanted to offer something different this year and it’s very popular on television. We know there are a lot of people locally who really enjoy professional wrestling.”
“The Pope” D’Angelo Dinero – a member of TNA’s Impact Wrestling crew for a little over two years – said people can expect a show like no other. And when “The Pope” is in the mix, “good things are going to happen, something good is going down,” according to the wrestler.
“When Impact comes live to a town, we offer something different, something exciting. That’s what TNA Impact Wrestling does; we make sure our fans get the most bang for their buck,” said Dinero. “As long as there’s one fan, one person, one child or one parent that leaves feeling entertained, my job is done.”
While Dinero admitted it’s exciting to travel the world with such an esteemed, talented crew of wrestlers, he reminded his fans that “The Pope rolls solo.” As to how many times an opponent has managed to get the best of him, he said it makes no difference in the long run.
“It’s not how many times you get put down, it’s how many times you get back up,” stated Dinero. “That’s how I live my life. Whether it’s the people watching on the Internet or the millions of viewers on television, it’s OK to fall. It’s OK to get your shoulders pinned to the mat, the important part is getting up.”
“The Monster” Abyss – whose name in the real world is Christopher Parks – is only the second wrestler to complete the Grand Slam Championship with Impact Wrestling. He’s also a former World Heavyweight, World Tag Team, X Division and Television Champion. Known by wrestling fans as a violent, destructive force with a penchant for wielding spiked weapons in the ring, the wrestler has been with Impact since its inception in 2002.
“I’ve been there since the beginning and it’s been great to see the growth of the company,” stated Parks, who’s much less terrifying than his alter ego, Abyss. “I’m proud of where it started and where it’s gone since then.”
As for Friday’s match-up at the Chenango County Fair, Parks said he’s “really looking forward to it.”
Parks said Impact fans – as well as those who may be curious to witness a live-action professional wrestling showdown – can expect a little bit of everything. No matter what people are into, whether it be a tag-team, individual, three-on-three or a full-on brawl, one thing’s for certain, he added, fans won’t be disappointed.
“Expect a really interactive show,” stated Parks. “We make sure and reach out to the fans. We’ll have a meet-and-greet, fans will have a chance to get photos with wrestlers at the end of the show, we’ll sign autographs. That’s what separates us from the competition, it’s really unique. We give them that up-close, personal experience.”
Parks said he believed wrestling has maintained its popularity over the years because it “relates to people.” They can rely on the storylines, he added, and over the years that has proven true.
“Young, old, woman, man, kid, adult, it’s a larger-than-life business ... it always has been,” said the wrestler. “It’s a larger-than-life spectacle and we have a loyal fan base. It’s one of the most loyal in all of entertainment.”
Tickets for Friday’s Impact Wrestling World Tour cost between $15 and $50 and are available at the Chenango County Fair main gate, by phone at 334-9198 or online at www.e-tix.com.
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