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Welcome to PWInsider.com's live, ongoing coverage of The Tri-State Wrestling Alliance's One and Done, a one night reunion for the 1990s promotion in the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia.
They started a few minutes late, playing The Hawaii 5-0 theme song.
They wheeled out Joel Goodhart in his wheelchair but the ring mic didn't work. They fixed it and he asked if everyone was ready for the last TWA show, the first since 1990.
A singer named Carrie Zuraba sang God Bless America.
Joe Dombrowski and Joel Gertner are on commentary.
There was a "Thank you Joel" chant. He said that the fans in Philly are the best fans in the world. TWA was the birth of what became the Attitude Era and the fans helped him fulfill his dreams. Philly became the home of pro wrestling in the United States.
The ECW theme played and out came Tod Gordon, who hugged Goodhart. Tod said this was a picture of the history of pro wrestling and hardcore in Philadelphia between the two of them. Goodhart said he started it but Tod took it to another level, something Joel couldn't have accomplished. Fans had the best of both worlds and he thanked Tod for his success, but tonight, he wanted to hear TWA chants. Gordon said there was one person instrumental in every show ever run by ECW. He introduced referee John Finegan. Tod said he never ran a show John wasn't part of. John said that he sees a lot of familiar faces tonight and whether we are talking about ECW or TWA, wrestling fans are the most important part. Finnegan said it's been 38 years working as a referee and he asked everyone to enjoy the show. Tod did the same and exited.
Joel Goodhart introduced legendary ring announcer Bob Artese. Artese asked who wanted some hats...but no one could hear as the ring mic didn't work. He asked again and tossed signed hats he’s tossing to the crowd. He invited Finegan into the ring to toss a hat.
Bell 2 Bell Ladies Champion Gabi Ortiz vs. The Notorious Mimi with guest referee WWE Hall of Famer Madusa.
Good back and forth action. Both competitors are from The Monster Factory in New Jersey. Mimi argued with Madusa and then drilled Ortiz with a cheap shot, then a boot to the face. Madusa gave her a slow count. Mimi drilled her with a series of elbows but Ortiz kicked out. Mimi nailed a side slam for another two count. Ortiz was sent into the ropes and drilled with a a series of knees. Mimi missed one as Ortiz collapsed. Ortiz drilled her but Mimi kicked her down.
Mimi dropped a legdrop for a two count. Mimi argued with the audience before going to the top and missing a flying bodypress. Ortiz nailed a hair mare. Mimi fired back with forearms and boots. Ortiz nailed a kneelift. Ortiz nailed a DDT for a two count. Mimi scored a near fall with an inside cradle. Mimi drilled Ortiz and tried to use the ropes for leverage. Madusa caught it and they argued. Ortiz rolled up Mimi and scored the pin.
Your winner and still Champion Gabi Ortiz!
Mimi had words with Madusa, so Madusa nailed her with a fan's crutch and let her laying.
They held a ten bell salute for TWA competitors who have passed on.
Angel Medina of The Baldies vs. Super Crazy.
Jim Molineaux is the referee.
Medina came out with a Canadian manager who said Canada respects athletes. OK. Crazy came to the ring but was attacked at the bell. Crazy fought back but was tripped by the manager. Angel slammed Crazy. Jason Knight interfered and helped Crazy, who scored a two count. Angel suplexed Crazy but Kid Kash came out and hit a missile dropkick, allowing Crazy to score a two count. The FBI's music hit and out came Little Guido to a big pop. They want TWA chants and they are forcefeeding the crowd ECW wrestlers? The Canadian got in Guido's face on the floor. They argued. Guido lowblowed him and hit the ring. He and Crazy danced. Guido put the boots to Angel. What is happening? Crazy went to the ropes but Guido attacked him and hit the Tomakaze. Angel was placed on top and pinned Crazy.
Your winner, Angel!
None of this made any sense but the show starts and ends tonight!
Guido and Angel hugged in the ring before all leaving.
ECWA Four Way Dance: Joey Ace vs. Darius Carter vs. Jay D Liscious vs. Travis Lee
Bob Artese introduced Carter as Damian, so he was made to announce him correctly. They all battled. On the floor, Ace nailed Lee with a fan's drink. D Liscious nailed a big sidewalk slam on Carter and sent him to the floor. Ace and Liscious faced off in the ring. They charged each other but neither gave way. Ace hit a bodypress on Lee for a two count. Carter attacked from behind. Carter controlled the ring. He locked an armbar submission on Ace. Carter kept the ring clear of everyone else and worked over Ace, scoring several near falls. Lee finally got back in and worked over Ace. Ace came back with a spinkick. Lee was sent back to the floor. Carter nailed a series of boots to Ace but D Licious returned and psyched himself up. They battled back and forth with right hands. All four battled. D Licious gained control and walked the ropes before jumping off and nailing Ace. Carter nailed him. Lee hit the referee, because why not. Lee covered Ace but John Finegan pulled his second from the ring and nailed him. Finegan nailed a bulldog on Lee. Ace came off the ropes and drilled Lee, scoring the pin with an elbow.
Your winner, Joey Ace!
Ace called Finegan into the ring and said he was lucky enough to grow up watching ECW and John was the first referee he saw. He watched every PPV, TNN and Hardcore TV and Finegan was the main stay. It took Ace ten years to come here and longer to share the ring with John. He asked everyone to give John Finegan the round of applause he deserves. The crowd chanted for Finegan.
Lumberjack Match: Tony Stetson vs. Mike Tartagia
The Lumberjacks include The Blue Meanie, Don E. Allen, HD Ryder, Ernesto , Jimmy Jannetty, Cujo the Hellhound, Viktor Thorn, Robby Vegas, Lumber Jeanie, and Frank Cody, among others.
Glen Osbourne is sitting with timekeeper Rocky Musciano.
Stetson got a MASSIVE pop. He attacked Tartaglia as soon as he hit the ring, beat him down the mat and worked him over. Tartagia was sent to the floor, where Jeannie slapped him. Stetson used a chain to bear Tartaglia. A lot of the crowd came for Stetson and you could hear it. Ernesto went for a dive on the lumberjacks but appeared to miss most of them. Ouch. Stetson worked over Tartaglia with the chain. The crowd chanted "Three more times." Stetson kept attacking. Tartaglia was thrown to the floor. The Lumberjacks all went for him. Everyone battled. Tartaglia wrapped a chain around Stetson's throat. The crowd chanted for Stetson. He fought back band tossed Tartaglia to the floor into the waiting arms of the Lumberjacks. Stetson was attacked by someone who put him in a cobra clutch. The referee walked off, exasperated.
Enter Sandman played. You can fill in the rest - obviously Shane McMahon walked out. Just kidding. It was Hardcore Hak. He made his grand entrance and man, Philly sure loved it. No shock there! I don't think anyone was expecting him in the swimsuit. Sandman handed the Singapore Cane to Stetson, who beat down Tartaglia and his goon as Sandman left. The hand off to Stetson got a massive roar. Stetson's arm was raised in moral victory I suppose!
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