sVo Proving Grounds 35
Live on the HOTv Network on PWA:TV
Goodfellas Casino Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
17th May 2024
[The anticipation reaches its peak as the video package concludes, highlighting the ‘Proving Grounds’ logo. The scene transitions to an exterior shot of the iconic Goodfellas Casino Arena, nestled in the vibrant heart of the Las Vegas strip. The camera then seamlessly shifts to a live view inside the arena, capturing the electric atmosphere. The sold-out crowd is a sea of energy, with fans passionately on their feet, screaming and waving homemade signs in hopes of catching a glimpse on camera.
The camera skillfully maneuvers through the enthusiastic audience, showcasing the diverse array of signs and the palpable excitement that permeates the arena. Finally, attention shifts to the commentary table, where the dynamic duo of Julian Fiasco and Jeremiah Sloan eagerly await the start of the action. Their welcoming smiles reflect the enthusiasm of the night ahead.
With the fans as their backdrop, Julian and Jeremiah extend a warm greeting to the viewers tuned in to the HOTv network. The broadcast kicks off with the seasoned commentators breaking down the anticipated matches and moments slated for tonight’s show. The stage is set, and the Goodfellas Casino Arena is primed for an unforgettable evening of sVo Proving Grounds!]
Single Match
Ricky Johnson vs. Jupiter James
Ringside
The Handshake
The fans are on their feet, cheering wildly as Jupiter James stands victorious in the center of the ring, basking in the glow of her hard-fought triumph over ‘the Underdog’ Ricky Johnson. The arena is filled with the sound of applause and cheers, celebrating the end of her losing streak and the beginning of what could be a new chapter in her career.
Jupiter raises her arms in victory, a relieved smile on her face as she acknowledges the crowd’s support. Meanwhile, Ricky Johnson, the spirited young underdog, slowly gets to his feet. Despite his defeat, there is no bitterness in his eyes; only respect and admiration for his opponent.
With a determined look, Ricky approaches Jupiter, extending his hand in a gesture of sportsmanship and camaraderie. The fans watch eagerly, expecting a show of mutual respect between the two competitors.
However, Jupiter glances down at Ricky’s outstretched hand with a look of disdain. Her expression hardens, and she turns her back on him, shrugging off the handshake. The crowd’s cheers falter, replaced by murmurs of confusion and disappointment.
Ricky stands there, hand still extended, looking bewildered by Jupiter’s sudden change in attitude. He lowers his hand slowly, hurt and surprise evident on his face. The audience shares in his shock, their cheers turning into boos and gasps.
Jupiter exits the ring, ignoring the fans and Ricky’s stunned reaction. Her victory celebration feels hollow now, tainted by her unexpected display of arrogance. She walks up the ramp without looking back, leaving Ricky and the audience to grapple with this unexpected twist in her character.
As Jupiter disappears backstage, the camera focuses on Ricky, who is still standing in the ring, trying to process what just happened. The fans begin to rally behind him, offering their support with a renewed round of applause, but the moment is bittersweet.
The segment ends with Ricky standing alone in the ring, a mix of determination and disappointment on his face, while the audience wonders what has caused Jupiter James to turn her back on the respect and sportsmanship that once defined her.
Backstage
The Cowboy Rides Again
The camera cuts to the backstage interview area, where Katie Smith stands with a bright smile, holding a microphone. The sVo logo looms behind her, and the buzz of activity in the arena can be heard faintly in the background.
Katie Smith: Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome my guest at this time, ‘the Modern Day Cowboy’ Bronson Martinez!
The crowd watching on the screens in the arena cheers loudly as Bronson Martinez steps into view. Despite his recent losing streak, he carries himself with a rugged confidence, tipping his cowboy hat to Katie and the camera.
Katie Smith: Bronson, tonight you face ‘the Wild West Warrior’ Jake Blackwood in singles action. Blackwood has been on an impressive undefeated streak since joining sVo a few months ago, while you’ve had a bit of a rough patch lately and weren’t even booked for the PPV last week. How are you feeling going into this match?
Bronson Martinez takes a moment to adjust his hat and consider his response, the intensity in his eyes showing he’s ready for the challenge.
Bronson Martinez: Well, Katie, I’ll tell ya this: every cowboy faces hard times out on the trail. Sometimes you get bucked off your horse, and sometimes the storm’s too rough to ride through. But a real cowboy gets back up, dusts himself off, and keeps on going.
The crowd cheers, appreciating Bronson’s resilience.
Bronson Martinez: Jake Blackwood might be on a winning streak, and I respect that. He’s a tough kid, no doubt about it. But tonight, he’s steppin’ into the ring with a man who’s got somethin’ to prove. I wasn’t booked last week, and that stung. But I’m here tonight, and I’m ready to remind everyone what ‘the Modern Day Cowboy’ is all about.
Katie Smith: You’ve always been a fan favorite, Bronson. What do you want to say to your supporters who are behind you despite the recent setbacks?
Bronson smiles, tipping his hat again as he looks directly into the camera.
Bronson Martinez: To all my fans out there, I wanna say thank you. Your support means the world to me, and it fuels me to keep fightin’. Tonight, I’m gonna give it my all, not just for me, but for every single one of you who’s believed in me. Jake Blackwood might be unbeaten, but every streak has to end sometime. And tonight, I’m fixin’ to be the one to do it.
Katie Smith: Best of luck tonight, Bronson. We’re all looking forward to what should be an incredible match.
Bronson Martinez: Thanks, Katie. Tonight, the Modern Day Cowboy rides again.
With that, Bronson tips his hat one final time and walks off, leaving Katie to wrap up the segment.
Katie Smith: There you have it, folks. Bronson Martinez is determined and ready to break Jake Blackwood’s undefeated streak. Don’t miss it later tonight!
The camera fades out, the anticipation for the upcoming match hanging in the air.
Tag Team Match
The Southern Boys vs. Sin City Scoundrels
Backstage
First Shot
The camera cuts to the backstage locker room where the Malones and Generation Joint are gathered. The atmosphere is heavy, filled with the echoes of recent events and the determination to move forward. Frankie and Money Malone sit on a bench, their heads bowed in contemplation, while Kenneth D Williams, Jay Adder, Gunner Lang, and Jacob Izaz stand nearby, the new Tag Team Championship belts slung over Gunner and Jacob’s shoulders.
Frankie Malone: (breaking the silence) It’s hard to believe JVD is gone. He gave everything he had, and it still wasn’t enough.
Money Malone: Yeah, it’s a damn shame. But we can’t let Blood Money think they’ve won. We owe it to JVD to keep fighting.
Kenneth D Williams: (nodding) You’re right. JVD was more than just a champion; he was an inspiration. Blood Money’s running roughshod over everyone, and it’s up to us to put a stop to it.
Jay Adder: They think they can do whatever they want just because Moretti’s holding all the gold. But we’re not gonna let that slide.
Gunner Lang: (adjusting his belt) We took these Tag Team Championships from the Canadian Connection, and we did it with honor. Blood Money’s about brute force and intimidation. We’re about heart and skill.
Jacob Izaz: And speaking of heart, we know you Malones have plenty of it. How about we put these belts on the line this Sunday on Showdown? You guys deserve the first shot.
Money Malone: (surprised) Really? You’d do that for us?
Gunner Lang: Absolutely. We’re all in this together. Blood Money’s a threat to everyone, and the best way to stand up to them is by showing unity and strength.
Frankie Malone: (smiling) We appreciate that, Gunner. We won’t let you down. Blood Money’s going to learn that they can’t push us around.
Kenneth D Williams: (clapping his hands together) Then it’s settled. We fight together, and we fight hard. Blood Money won’t know what hit them.
Jay Adder: Let’s make JVD proud. We’ll show them what real champions look like.
The camera captures the determined faces of the Malones and Generation Joint as they share a moment of solidarity. The scene fades out, leaving the audience with the anticipation of an explosive showdown on Sunday.
Single Match
Bronson Martinez vs. Jake Blackwood
Backstage
Reality Check
The camera cuts to the backstage interview area where Katie Smith stands with a microphone in hand. Beside her is Ali Young, looking visibly frustrated. The tension is palpable as Katie prepares to ask her first question.
Katie Smith: Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome my guest at this time, Ali Young of the Canadian Connection. Ali, tonight you face CJ Dreamer in singles action. But before we get to that, I understand you’re quite upset about the events of last week’s PPV.
Ali Young: (clenching her fists) Upset? Katie, upset doesn’t even begin to cover it. My boys, Jake Hughes and Scott Cole, were robbed of the Tag Team Championships last week. They were the best tag team this company has ever seen, and they lost in a fluke! And now, not only do they lose their titles, but they aren’t even given the courtesy of an immediate rematch? It’s a joke!
Katie Smith: I understand your frustration, Ali. But tonight, you have to focus on your match against CJ Dreamer. He’s a hometown favorite and a formidable opponent. How are you planning to handle that?
Ali Young: (smirking) CJ Dreamer? Please. The fact that these fans are behind him just means they’re going to be even more disappointed when I make him tap out in the middle of that ring. Dreamer might have the fans on his side, but he doesn’t have the skill set that I bring. I’m a submission specialist, Katie. Once I lock in my hold, it’s over.
Katie Smith: It sounds like you’re very confident. But with the momentum that CJ Dreamer has, especially in front of his hometown crowd, don’t you think that adds an extra layer of challenge?
Ali Young: (rolling her eyes) Katie, it doesn’t matter where we are or how loud the crowd is. When I step into that ring, it’s business. Dreamer can ride all the momentum he wants; it won’t stop him from tapping out. And once I’m done with him, I’ll make sure the Canadian Connection gets what we deserve – our rightful rematch for the Tag Team Championships. Generation Joint won’t be able to hide behind their fluke victory for long.
Katie Smith: Ali, you seem determined to make a statement tonight. Do you have any final words for CJ Dreamer and the sVo fans watching?
Ali Young: (leaning into the microphone) Dreamer, you’re about to face a reality check. You and all these fans can cheer all you want, but tonight, you’re going to tap out just like everyone else. And as for the sVo management, you better give the Canadian Connection their rematch, or I’ll make sure you regret it.
Katie Smith: There you have it, folks. Ali Young is fired up and ready for her match against CJ Dreamer. Stay tuned for what promises to be an intense showdown. Thank you, Ali.
Ali Young: (with a confident glare) You’re welcome, Katie. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have a match to win.
The camera focuses on Ali’s determined expression as she walks off, leaving Katie Smith to wrap up the segment. The scene fades out, building anticipation for the upcoming match.
Main Event
Ali Young vs. CJ Dreamer
Ringside
A Statement Win
The crowd at the Goodfellas Casino Arena is on their feet, but not in the way you’d expect. The hometown hero, CJ Dreamer, is lying in the ring, having just succumbed to Ali Young’s devastating submission hold. The referee raises Ali’s hand in victory, and the arena erupts in boos.
Ali Young: (grinning smugly) That’s right! Boo all you want! Your precious CJ Dreamer couldn’t handle the heat!
She snatches a microphone from ringside and walks back to the center of the ring, looking down at Dreamer before raising her eyes to the audience.
Ali Young: (with a mocking tone) This is your hero? This is who you thought could take me down? Pathetic!
The boos grow louder, but Ali only seems to thrive on the negative energy.
Ali Young: You all thought CJ Dreamer had a chance just because we’re in his hometown of Vegas? Just because you’re loud and obnoxious doesn’t mean you can change the outcome of a match! The Canadian Connection may have lost the Tag Team Championships, but tonight I proved why we are still the most dominant force in sVo!
She paces around the ring, her confidence radiating with every step.
Ali Young: And let this be a message to Generation Joint and everyone else in the back! The Canadian Connection is coming for what’s ours. We will get our rematch, and we will reclaim our titles. There’s no one in this company that can stop us!
The camera pans to the audience, showing their angry and disappointed faces. The boos continue to rain down, but Ali stands tall, unfazed.
Ali Young: (raising her arms) Keep booing! I feed off your hate! It just makes me stronger!
She drops the microphone and climbs a turnbuckle, posing with an air of superiority. The crowd’s boos reach a crescendo as the camera focuses on Ali’s smug expression.
Julian Fiasco: I can’t believe it! Ali Young just made a huge statement here tonight, but at what cost? The fans are irate!
Jermiah Sloan: Love her or hate her, you have to respect her talent. Ali Young just put the entire sVo roster on notice. But what does this mean for the Canadian Connection?
Julian Fiasco: It means trouble for anyone standing in their way, that’s for sure! We’re out of time, folks! Tune in next week for more sVo action!
The camera catches one last shot of Ali Young standing triumphantly in the ring, basking in the boos of the crowd as the show goes off the air.
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