The Albertan wrestling scene has been rocked by a number of major announcements over the past seven days, none less so than the thrilling news of Davey Boy Smith’s induction into the WWE Hall of Fame. However, that’s not all that happened across the province last week, with a trio of major stars also announced to be appearing in Alberta over the next few months. Finally, a Storm grad will be making her way to a brand-new promotion starting next weekend.
Not caught up on all the action? Now you can be! It’s the latest edition of Last Week in Alberta Wrestling, your source for the most up-to-date information across the Albertan wrestling scene!
Davey Boy Smith Selected for 2020 WWE Hall of Fame
One of professional wrestling’s most overdue Hall of Fame inductions finally looks to be happening this year.
As first reported by Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, “The British Bulldog” Davey Boy Smith is set to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame.
Alex Hammerstone Announced for RCW 17th-Anniversary Weekend
Alex Hammerstone, the current MLW Openweight Champion, will be making a pair of appearances for Real Canadian Wrestling later this year in celebration of the promotion’s 17th anniversary.
The appearances are set to take place on May 22nd (Calgary) and 23rd (Edmonton).
“RCW is excited to be bringing another top-quality young talent to the great fans of Alberta,” commented RCW promoter Steven Ewaschuk to the WCSN. “We’re proud to be continuing to (feature) such amazing talents as Alexander Hammerstone, as he is one of the brightest stars currently on the scene.”
MMA Legends Confirmed for Hart Legacy Appearances
Two of combat sports most respected names will be making their way to Hart Legacy Wrestling.
Late last week, HLW announced that both Ken Shamrock and Frank Mir will make their debuts for the promotion on February 20th and 21st.
Opponents for either individual have yet to be confirmed.
Kylie Morgan Moves to Real Canadian Wrestling
Kylie Morgan, a graduate of the Storm Wrestling Academy, has officially made the move to Real Canadian Wrestling. The move was confirmed by the promotion itself, announcing that Morgan would face former RCW Women’s Champion Angelica on February 21st.
“I’m very excited to be joining Real Canadian Wrestling,” said Morgan in a statement to the WCSN. “Not only am I ready to get my hands on Angelica again, but anyone that RCW puts in front of me. I’m excited to blow people’s expectations out of the water and grow as a professional wrestler.”
“I came to RCW for two reasons: chew bubblegum and chase my dreams. Seems that I’m just about all out of bubblegum.”
Coming Up:
Hart Legacy Wrestling • HLW • Calgary, Alberta • February 20
Real Canadian Wrestling • Wrasslin’ Ain’t Easy • Calgary, Alberta • February 21
Hart Legacy Wrestling • HLW • Bigstone Cree Nation, Alberta • February 21
Prairie Wrestling Alliance • Fruition • Edmonton, Alberta • February 22
Real Canadian Wrestling • High Times • Calgary, Alberta • February 22
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