I have recently received word that Hoke Smart plans to start enforcing a
strict policy following the first ever Overdrive card on January 9th, which
will lead to the firing and suspension of many wrestlers. The policy is as
follows:
1) Any wrestler that no shows the first Overdrive card will be suspended.
These suspensions last anywhere from 2 to 6 weeks, depending on their
excuse, and the quality of their previous efforts.
2) Any wrestler that no shows that first Overdrive card and has no showed
previous house show cards will be fired, no questions asked.
This is big news. The following people look to be in trouble:
Potential firings: Vito Castorelli and Michael Lavender.
Potential Suspensions: Cyrus Cross, Ghosthand, Dan Klitz, Johnny
Cyanide, Simmons/Powell, and Pete Boyar.
If none of those men show their face and do get suspended and or fired, this
could be a crushing blow to Sun Devil Wrestling. Not only will it leave few
wrestlers active for the first few Overdrive cards, but it could possibly
alienate some of the suspended talent, causing them to quit. Keep an eye on
this story as it develops.