All-News4JAX boys wrestling: Fernandina Beach’s Enzo Gamba makes his own path to history
Enzo Gamba couldn’t hit a baseball, but he sure was good at hitting his dad. It was that feistiness that mapped out Gamba’s love of wrestling, and the Fernandina Beach senior parlayed that into a state championship and All-News4JAX wrestler of the year honors.
Could Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce get involved in WWE after the Super Bowl?
Late last year a WWE star challenged Kelce to a fight after he called Swift a "6". Kelce never publicly responded. In the weeks leading up to the "Super Bowl" of wrestling WrestleMania, that world will be watching whether Kelce and Swift have an interest.
Going Ringside Ep. 46: Eddie Kingston unfiltered
The man who has become a major star but only considers himself "just a wrestler" opens up on the Going Ringside Podcast. In this episode the AEW star who holds championships all over the globe discusses why he got into the business, real life heat with star Bryan Danielson and his uneasiness with fame.
Going Ringside teams with River City Wrestling Con for major announcement
On Friday night, The Going Ringside Podcast is teaming up with River City Wrestling Con for a major announcement concerning its event in June. The live press conference will be held at World Golf Village and streamed live on News4JAX.com, News4Jax+ and the News4JAX YouTube Channel.
Going Ringside Ep. 44: The tragic tale of the Von Erich Family
Following the release of the new major motion picture "Iron Claw" which chronicles the story of the Von Erich family we look at the family's tragic history. Family patriarch and legendary wrestling promoter Fritz Von Erich lost 5 of his 6 children before his death to things like suicide and drowning. Many of his children were extremely popular and famous wrestlers. This is their story.
Going Ringside Ep. 43: The Dudley Boyz
On this episode of Going Ringside, we're joined by D-Von Dudley. He's one half of arguably the greatest wrestling tag team of all time the Dudley Boyz. He talks about everything from his ascent to global stardom in the late 1990's to the influence of actors like Samuel L. Jackson and Mr. T on his character.
Going Ringside Ep. 39: WWF in the ‘90s
On this episode of Going Ringside, we look back at the WWF (now WWE) in the 1990s. Former WWF wrestler Duke "The Dumpster" Droese joins us with fascinating behind-the-scenes stories of top wrestling stars like The Undertaker, Shawn Michaels and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.
Going Ringside Ep. 38: The Jimmy Snuka murder charge
In this article we explore the cold case that lasted more than 30 years and eventually led to murder charges being filed against former WWE star Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka. It's a case that started in 1983 and remained cold until police re-opened it in 2013.
Going Ringside Ep. 37: Unlikely superstars - the story of the Bushwhackers
In this episode we chronicle the unlikely story of the Bushwhackers who started as a territorial tag-team and were transformed into stars. They were even invited to the White House. We also discuss the future of John Cena and whether he's had his final match in the ring.
Going Ringside Ep. 34: Ken Shamrock and Valor B.K.
On this episode of Going RIngside Ken Shamrock "The World's Most Dangerous Man" joins us to discuss his new fighting promotion Valor Bare Knuckle and their event at the University of North Florida October 27th. During the interview Shamrock talks about some top wrestling stars including Matt Riddle, Shawn Michaels and Steve Austin. You also will want to hear his startling take on Mike Tyson.
Going Ringside Ep. 33: Becky Lynch and WWF Magazine
On this episode of Going Ringside we explore the career of arguably the greatest female wrestler of all time, Becky Lynch. "The Man" as she's known joins us on the episode and we also analyze where she is among the great female wrestlers ever. We also take a deep dive into the old WWF Magazines with News4jax Anchor Jenese Harris who still has a large collection.
Going Ringside Ep. 32: Kevin Sullivan and Bobby Fish
On this episode of “Going Ringside” we talk to two wrestlers from different generations: Kevin Sullivan and Bobby Fish. Sullivan was a top star and booker from the 1970′s through the 1990′s while Fish is a top star right now performing in various promotions from NXT to AEW to Ring of Honor.
Local actresses recount their roles on Dwayne Johnson’s show “Ballers”
When you’re an up-and-coming actress getting a role in an “A-list” show is everything. And that’s what happened to Kirsten Harwood and Arica Anderson. Harwood is a Jacksonville-based model & actress and Anderson is an actress who just starred in the movie “Traders”.
Going Ringside Ep. 1: How Jacksonville became the center of the wresting world
When Jacksonville became the center of the world of professional wrestling over the past five years News4JAX began to take notice. We have been chronicling the rise of All Elite Wrestling (AEW) started by Tony Khan, son of Jaguars owner Shad Khan.
Professional wrestler Jon Huber dies at 41
JACKSONVILLE, Fla – Professional wrestler Jon Huber, 41, who many fans knew as Luke Harper and Brodie Lee, died Saturday from a non-COVID-19-related lung issue, according to his wife, Amanda. Huber most recently was part of All Elite Wrestling. Since the coronavirus pandemic, most of AEW’s shows have been broadcast live from Daily’s Place on Wednesday nights. Huber played the role of Brodie Lee in this promotion. Prior to AEW, Huber wrestled for World Wrestling Entertainment as Luke Harper.
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Dailys Place amphitheater to hold first live event since pandemic started
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. All Elite Wrestling is coming to Dailys Place Thursday night with a limited live audience. Ron DeSantis declared pro-wrestling essential back in April and the River City has become a hot spot for the sport. @AEWrestling is coming to @dailysplace TONIGHT w/ limited LIVE audience for 1st time in months! @wjxt4 pic.twitter.com/2ginZ72uv4 Brittany Muller (@BrittMullerNews) August 27, 2020That wont be the case this year. It will be the first time in months, pro-wrestling will hold a live event with an audience in Jacksonville.
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Wrestlers’ Fight for the Fallen raising funds for people hurt by COVID-19
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A major fundraiser for COVID-19 relief in Florida is happening in the wrestling ring in Jacksonville. All Elite Wrestling (AEW) is hosting its “Fight For The Fallen” event at 8 p.m. Wednesday at Daily’s Place. “AEW and the Khan family very concerned, very involved in the community,” said Jim Ross, a lead commentator for AEW told The Morning Show. This is the second year AEW has hosted “Fight For the Fallen” in Jacksonville. Last year proceeds went to help fight gun violence.