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WOS WRESTLING: SERIES 1: ROSTER

27/7/2018

ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED: SATURDAY 28 JULY 2018
Information Source: WOS Wrestling

WOS WRESTLING
MANAGEMENT

WOS EXECUTIVE: Stu Bennett

WOS Executive Stu Bennett is no stranger to a wrestling ring.

Having made a name for himself as a wrestling star in the USA, Stu is now back home in Britain to lead WOS Wrestling!

A man who values the drive and determination of wrestlers, Stu Bennett is prepared to make tough decisions to make sure that WOS Wrestling showcases only the very best of British wrestling.

Bennett will join SoCal Val and Alex Shane at the commentary table every week on WOS Wrestling.

WOS WRESTLING
OFFICIALS

WOS Wrestling Referees: Tom Scarborough / Steve Lynskey

SENIOR OFFICIAL: Steve Lynskey

The rules of WOS Wrestling are safe with WOS head referee Steve Lynskey.

Highly experienced, Lynskey has officiated matches across the world and is no stranger to keeping the peace!

With his no-nonsense attitude and expert knowledge of the sport, the WOS roster better be on their best behaviour when Steve Lynskey is in charge of their match!

REFEREE: Tom Scarborough

Steve Lynskey is joined on the referee team by Tom Scarborough.

Also very experienced, Tom is certainly more than capable of making sure that the rules of WOS are followed!

Tom is one of the UK’s best known referees and, together with Steve Lynskey, the WOS Wrestling matches are in good hands.

WOS WRESTLING
COMMENTATORS

COMMENTATORS: SoCal Val / Alex Shane

The WOS Wrestling commentary team is delighted to welcome SoCal Val!

An American now living in the UK, SoCal Val’s wrestling knowledge is outstanding.

Having worked around the world in all aspects of the wrestling business, Val is delighted to call the action for the new generation of WOS wrestlers!

She certainly sticks to her guns, so the rest of the commentary team better watch out!

Returning to the WOS Wrestling Commentary booth is United Kingdom Wrestling veteran Alex Shane.

Alex has been an integral part of British wrestling for years and is proud to be one of the voices of WOS Wrestling.

Alex has made wrestling his life and his knowledge of British wrestling is second to none.

With such a strong roster ready to compete, Alex is ready to take this amazing journey once more.

WOS WRESTLING
JOURNALISTIC REPORTER

BROADCAST JOURNALIST: Rachel Stringer

Rachel Stringer returns to WOS Wrestling as World Of Sport's backstage reporter.

A highly experienced sports journalist, Rachel has worked all over the world covering a wide variety of major sporting events.

Never one to back down from a challenge, Rachel Stringer is armed with her microphone once more and will capture the thoughts of the WOS roster in the heat of the moment!

WOS WRESTLING
MASTER OF CEREMONIES

WOS Wrestling Master Of Ceremonies: Phil Seymour

Ring Announcer Phil Seymour is back on the mic in the WOS Arena having appeared on the show in 2016.

One of Britain’s best known MC's, Phil has announced boxing world title fights, World Cup rugby matches, world championship snooker, darts and more.

WOS WRESTLING
WOMEN'S DIVISION

Viper

Height: 5' 8''
Weight: 209 lbs
Hometown: Ayrshire

Viper is one of the most destructive female wrestlers of all time.

Starting in Scotland before taking on the world, she uses her domineering strength and brutality to bat her opponents aside!

Many have tried to take Viper down and many have failed.

Bea Priestley

Height: 5' 7''
Weight: 130 lbs
Hometown: Wellington, New Zealand

The WOS Women’s division has yet another strong competitor in Bea Priestley.

Born in the UK, but raised in New Zealand, Bea Priestley has used her international status to her advantage – studying different styles of wrestling from around the globe!

Her raw, aggressive style sets her apart in the ring and Bea’s powerful kicks and throws make her one to watch!

Given that she will happily take on anyone – female or male – the whole WOS roster better watch their backs!

Kay Lee Ray

Height: 5' 8''
Weight: 112lbs
Hometown: Paisley, Scotland

Kay Lee Ray is one of the most influential female wrestlers working today.

Her amazing career has led her all over the globe and now she’s set her sights on the WOS Women’s division.

In the ring, Kay Lee Ray mixes things up – using high-flying, technical skill and strength to win matches.

With such an exciting repertoire, her opponents never know what to expect!

The women of WOS better be ready for KLR!

Kasey Owens

Height: 5' 6''
Weight: 126 lbs
Hometown: Belfast, Northern Ireland

Kasey is one half of the tag team the Owens Twins, with her sister Leah Owens but it would be a mistake to underestimate her solo prowess.

Since debuting in 2009 Kasey has performed all around the world and has shared the ring with some of the best in the planet.

She started out backyarding in Ireland and is out to prove she’s worthy of her place on the Roster and not just here to make up the numbers!

Ayesha Raymond

Height: 6'
Weight: 183 lbs
Home: London

Across the world, the female predator Ayesha has cemented her reputation as being someone not to mess with! One of the strongest women in wrestling, Ayesha makes sure that she is always in control in the ring.

After years of throwing her opponents around, Ayesha has joined WOS Wrestling to prove herself in one of the best female divisions in the world! Not one to back down, Ayesha is ready to fight to maintain her reputation!

WOS WRESTLING
MEN'S DIVISION

Rampage Brown

Height: 6' 2 ''
Weight: 233 lbs
Home: Leeds

Rampage is without a doubt one of the most dangerous men in professional wrestling.

His career has spanned two decades and Rampage only shows signs of getting better and better in the ring!

Rampage has laid waste to many with his mighty DDT finisher.

Never one to take second place, Rampage has his sights set on the WOS World Heavyweight Championship and will use his vicious strength to try and get to the top of WOS Wrestling.

Iestyn Rees

Height: 6' 4''
Weight: 251 lbs
Home: Gloucester

Iestyn Rees is a mountain of a man!

Standing at 6ft 4, he has come to WOS Wrestling with his tag-team partner Kip Sabian to shake up the tag-team division!

Their outstanding combination of strength and agility will make them a ferocious duo!

Iestyn is no stranger to a brawl, having fought his way around the UK for several years.

Hungry for gold, Iestyn will not rest until he has proved himself to be the best of the best!

Sha Samuels

Height: 6'
Weight: 235 lbs
Home: The East End

“The East End Butcher” Sha Samuels is one of the loudest and most aggressive forces in WOS Wrestling!

Never afraid to back down from a fight, Sha will try it with anyone, anywhere!

He’s not just all talk though! Sha Samuels is brutal in the ring – batting his opponents around with a big, evil grin on his face!

These days, Sha is rarely without his grizzly gang of Rampage Brown and CJ Banks and wherever they go, trouble follows!

Adam Maxted

Height: 6' 3''
Weight: 235 lbs
Home: Belfast, Northern Ireland

Adam ‘Flex’ Maxted takes care of himself.

The self-styled ‘Most Handsome Man in Wrestling’ likes to look good while he defeats his opponents!

Adam is no stranger to the cameras, having previously woo’ed the nation as part of ITV’s Love Island.

Adam’s here in WOS with his partner Nathan Cruz and together they hope that they can establish themselves as one of the strongest tag-teams.

Nathan Cruz

Height: 6' 2''
Weight: 213 lbs
Home: Hull, Yorkshire

Nathan Cruz is an out-and-out professional.

Having spent years honing his skills, Nathan is here in WOS Wrestling to show the country that he has what it takes to be a star!

His blend of fast-paced footwork and technical ability means that he is capable of great things.

Nathan is here with his teammate, Adam Maxted, and believes that together they are unstoppable.

After all, cream rises to the top!

Davey Boy Smith JR.

Height: 6' 5''
Weight 260 lbs
Home: Calgary, Canada

Davey Boy Smith JR. returns to WOS Wrestling!

Son of the famously talented World of Sport wrestler The British Bulldog - Davey Boy Smith, British Bulldog JR. is back in World Of Sport to show that wrestling runs in the family!

With family roots in the UK and in Canada, British Bulldog JR. has a wealth of wrestling experience and knowledge to draw on.

Used to overcoming all adversity, Davey Boy Smith JR. will use his mighty powerslam to finish the fight!

Will Ospreay

Height: 5' 8''
Weight: 174 lbs
Home: Essex

He’s one of the most exciting and in-demand wrestlers in the world – Will Ospreay is here in WOS Wrestling!

Known for his outstanding acrobatic ability.

Will has cemented himself as one of the world’s greatest light-heavyweights.

Even though he’s been busy tearing up the Japanese scene for so long, Will Ospreay is glad to return to the UK and turn WOS Wrestling upsides down!

Joe Hendry

Height: 6' 2''
Weight: 229 lbs
Home: Edinburgh

Few people have such an innate understanding of wrestling as Joe Hendry. ‘The Prestigious One’ is truly dedicated to his craft – even representing Scotland in wrestling in the 2018 Commonwealth Games at the Gold Coast in Australia!

But Joe not only likes to win in the ring, he likes to have fun doing it!

He’s gained a reputation for his fun, outlandish musical entrances so here’s hoping that the WOS Wrestling audience are in for a treat!

Justin Sysum

Height: 6' 1''
Weight: 209 lbs
Home: Gloucester

Justin Sysum has been an athlete for years – having trained in American Football and throwing the hammer.

He’s been kicking up a storm on the UK wrestling scene for the last 5 years and never backs down from a challenge!

Justin uses his incredible strength and speed in battle and often hits his big 450 splash to finish his opponents off!

With all of the attributes needed to make it big, Justin Sysum is going for the top spot!

Martin Kirby

Height: 5' 11''
Weight: 180 lbs
Hometown: Thirsk, North Yorkshire

There are few wrestlers who are as individual and out-there as Martin Kirby. One of the best technical wrestlers in the world, Martin Kirby only ever does things his way! His unique personality is reflected in his one-of-a-kind wrestling style.

Even though Martin Kirby is a very gifted wrestler, he’s certainly not against bending the rules to win matches!

The rest of the WOS roster should keep their eyes peeled if they step into the ring with him!

Lionheart

Height: 6' 1''
Weight: 215 lbs
Hometown: Ayr, Scotland

One of Scotland’s most decorated wrestlers, Lionheart is here to turn the WOS Arena into the Lion’s Den!

His sheer power is only matched by his knowledge of wrestling holds, making him a very tough opponent to beat.

Having battled back from injuries and overcoming all obstacles – Lionheart will do WHATEVER it takes to win.

He doesn’t just have the heart of a Lion – he has a reputation for being cunning too!

Doug Williams

Height: 5' 11''
Weight: 240 lbs
Hometown: Reading

There are few who know their way around a wrestling ring like Doug Williams!

The “Ambassador of British Wrestling”, Doug Williams is one of the most experienced members of the WOS roster.

He has wrestled around the globe for many years and flies the Union Jack wherever he goes!

Anyone brave enough to go up against Doug Williams is about to get a painful lesson in wrestling!

Stevie Boy

Height: 5' 8''
Weight: 165 lbs
Home: Glasgow

A high-flying bundle of energy from Glasgow, Stevie Boy has exploded onto the UK wrestling scene! Stevie has joined WOS with his long time partner BT Gunn and together they hope to make themselves known as a tag-team.

Stevie Boy can flip and dive his way around the ring, all while having fun!

With his constant energy infectious, the crowds can’t help but enjoy watching him as he ducks and weaves his way around opponents!

BT Gunn

Height: 5' 11''
Weight: 194 lbs
Home: Glasgow

One of the hardest working wrestlers out there, BT Gunn always manages to enjoy himself in the ring!

He’s here in WOS with his long-time partner and friend Stevie Boy and together they hope that they can inject some fun into the tag division!

He may look lively and vibrant but don’t let the bright colours fool you – BT Gunn is certainly not someone that you want to mess with!

He’s got a solid reputation of being a heavy-hitter in the ring and everyone in WOS should watch out!

Crater

Height: 6' 3''
Weight: 500+ lbs
Home: Parts Unknown

Very little is known about the beast that they call Crater.

WOS Wrestling have tried to find someone willing to interview him but nobody was brave enough…

Kip Sabian

Height: 5' 11''
Weight: 183 lbs
Home: Gorleston, Norfolk

Cocky and arrogant, “Superbad” Kip Sabian is here to shake up the WOS Tag-team division with his partner, the giant Iestyn Rees.

Kip prides himself on being able to wind people up and is no stranger to a microphone!

One of the UK’s best lightweight performers, Kip Sabian is hungry to prove himself in WOS!

Teaming with Iestyn Rees, Kip Sabian will not stop until his journey for gold is complete!

Robbie X

Height: 6'
Weight: 213 lbs
Home: Lincoln

The masked maestro of high-flying action, Robbie X is looking forward to making a great first impression in WOS Wrestling.

Bouncing and bounding around the ring, Robbie X is an outstanding gymnast and an even better wrestler!

Robbie is ready to face any challenge thrown at him and will always entertain with his dazzling athletic skills!

No stranger to being airborne, Robbie X is ready to take to the skies.

CJ Banks

Height: 5' 7''
Weight: 189 lbs
Home: Southport

There is no denying that CJ Banks is a NASTY piece of work! Having sneered his way around the UK, CJ is now set on causing uproar in the WOS arena.

Even though he’s always backed up by Sha Samuels and Rampage, CJ can still take care of himself in the ring. A UK wrestling veteran, he’s more than happy to use every trick in his book to beat his opponent!

Gabriel Kidd

Height: 6'
Weight: 216 lbs
Home: Nottingham

While Gabriel Kidd is one of the youngest members of the WOS roster, don’t let that fool you! Gabriel has been training since he was 11 years old and can wrestle with the best!

He’s here in WOS to impress and will take on any opponent, big or small.

Heavily inspired by the classic wrestling style of the original World Of Sport, Gabriel blends old and new to showcase the best in British wrestling.

Liam Slater

Height: 5' 10''
Weight: 180 lbs
Home: Bradford

A naturally gifted athlete, Liam Slater is keen to make himself known as one of the best wrestlers in the world.

He’s worked all over the country and has now set his sights on WOS Wrestling!

Slater has a very balanced skill set – blending high-octane action with solid classic WOS style British Wrestling.

With the eyes of the world now on him, Liam Slater will do whatever he can to get the recognition he craves.

Brad Slayer

Height: 6' 3''
Weight: 217 lbs
Hometown: Norwich

Brad Slayer is an angry young man with something to prove!

His burning desire to fight and his refusal to take no for an answer has landed him a shot to impress in the WOS arena.

Still a new face in the world of British wrestling, Brad Slayer is full to the brim of potential!

He’s got the strength, the speed and the talent – all he needs now is to step into the ring and show the world what he’s got!

HT Drake

Height: 5' 8''
Weight: 165 lbs
Hometown: Newcastle

HT Drake is one of the UK’s smartest wrestlers.

His knowledge of in-ring action is up there with the best and he’s known to blend heavy hits with devastating dives to defeat his opponents!

A true in-ring dynamo, HT Drake is certainly not one to back down from a challenge!

The entire WOS roster better watch out as Drake embarks on his quest for glory!

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