Update On TNA In Georgia, Demott, Tito Ortiz, Kofi At FCW Tonight & More
– TNA returns to the Civic Center in Columbus, Georgia on August 18th, 2011.
– The TNA event at The Forum in Rome, Georgia has been moved to August 19th, 2011.
– FightLine.com has an article where MMA superstar Tito Ortiz revealed that he was asked by Dana White and Joe Silva to retire earlier this year, and the former UFC light heavyweight champion "pretty much begged" for his job. You can check out the article at this direct link.
– Florida Championship Wrestling continues its Summer Slamarama Tour tonight, Wednesday June 22th in Orlando, FL. This show features a meet-and-greet autograph session with Kofi Kingston. There are 8 matches including a one-time only special RAW vs. Smackdown! Challenge match featuring Justin Gabriel and Drew McEntyre.
Fans arriving early will be treated to an interactive Fan Fest hosted by FCW superstar Briley Pierce. The Fan Fest will feature free photo opportunities with Florida Heavyweight Champion Bo Rotundo and the Queen of FCW and Diva's Champion Aksana, an autograph session and meet-and-greet with 6 WWE Superstars: Mason Ryan, Jinder Mahal, Ricardo Rodriguez, Johnny Curtis, A.J., and Kaitlyn. There will also be an autograph session with Tough Enough trainer Bill DeMott and winner Andy Leavine. Each fan will also receive a complimentary pack of FCW Superstar trading cards.
FCW in action tonight at the Orlando Armory, located at 2809 South Ferncreek Ave, Orlando, FL 32806. Bell time is at 7:30pm, doors opening at 6:00 for the Fan Fest. Tickets start at just $10 for kids Gold Circle Seating is $25. Tickets may be purchased at Buddy's Home Furnishings in Orlando 2121 Americana Blvd (407) 857-2172 or at fcwwrestling.com.
Devin Cutting contributed to this article.