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Sunday, January 3, 2100

More About Me

Since the, "About Me" section of this blog is limited to a specific amount of characters, I decided to write a post that discusses more about what I have done in the pro-wrestling industry, beginning with when I first started in it and leading up to now.

Technically, I started back in the 1990s, contributing to, "Pro Wrestling Illustrated" and then, "Pro Wrestling Torch". In 1997, I contributed to The Official Website of the NWO. That same year, I briefly published my own newsletter, "The Wrestling Express".

In 1998, I taught myself how to design websites, and served as a consultant for various independent promotions. That next year, I worked as a website designer/maintainer for Dylan Summers (Necro Butcher) who was running the Texas-based Power Pro Wrestling Federation, and later was involved with Texas Outlaw Promotions.

During the period of 2000-2002, I was involved in many different projects at once. I was working as a website designer/publicist for talent, contributing to WCW.com, writing columns for independent promotions and the website of former WCW star The Stro, and writing for a variety of pro-wrestling media sites (including WrestlingObserver.com and PWTorch.com). In 2003, I began running my own website, World Wrestling Optimum, which consisted of news, articles, and interviews.

In 2004, I started working for the Michigan-based Ultimate Championship Wrestling as a publicist/columnist. They were an affiliate of American Wrestling Association Superstars Of Wrestling, and I soon became the publicist/columnist of the main governing body of AWA as well. During my time working for UCW, I played a major role in bringing in new talent, due to over the years my having had come into contact with many talents being underused and going unnoticed in the industry. Also, attendance increased by a significant amount.

In 2005, I started doing a column for 3PW. With DVDs sold nationwide, they had the potential to become much bigger than they already were at the time, and were very open to my ideas. I pushed for many changes behind-the-scenes. I had encouraged management to improve the production quality of their DVDs, which led to them dealing with a different production company. 3PW management had planned on waiting for its fan base to increase before getting TV for 3PW. I explained how getting TV for 3PW is what would increase its fan base, and I was then given the green light to find networks that were interested. Two networks were very interested, and I encouraged 3PW management to meet with them as soon as possible. Unfortunately, the owner of the company instead opted to shut 3PW down, due to losing interest. Working for 3PW put me in connection with the UK-based 1PW, who I worked as a columnist for.

After 3PW shut down, I began working as a publicist for independent promotions, including CHIKARA. I also worked as a columnist for CZW. Interestingly though, it was 2006 at this point yet I was still most recognized for the work that I had done for 3PW and AWA/UCW.

In 2007 I started working as a columnist for XCW, a promotion that was seen nationally on MAVTV, had a national DVD deal, and also had PPV events. Working for a promotion of national status was my biggest achievement at that point, and two years later I reached a bigger achievement- Big Japan Pro-Wrestling. Along with working for them as a columnist and an Administrator for their Facebook page, I helped bring Big Japan Pro-Wrestling together with Combat Zone Wrestling to form a working relationship after a previous working relationship between the two promotions had fallen apart. This new working relationship led to Big Japan Pro-Wrestling having its first event in the United States.

In October 2009 I assisted publicity & promotions company MGM Management with the HULKAMANIA- Let the Battle Begin tour by distributing their press release to pro-wrestling news sites that are popular with Australian fans, and conducting an interview with Solofa Fatu Jr. (better known as, "Rikishi"). Also, in 2012 I wrote a number of columns for Women Superstars United.

In May 2018 I did social media for Great North Wrestling.

In April and May 2021, I did blogging and social media for Kyushu Pro Wrestling. During that time, the promotion gained 220 new subscribers and 52,746 new views on its official YouTube channel.

Recently, I have done blogging and social media for Yanagase Pro Wrestling. Since the time I began writing for them, Yanagase Pro Wrestling has their anniversary events at a 600-seat venue. All previous Yanagase Pro Wrestling events took place at a 50-seat venue.

I have also recently written for the China-based Middle Kingdom Wrestling in a Publicist capacity. My work is an essential piece in the multilingual activation, with it being adapted to traditional Chinese for readers in China. I am the first native English writer who has written for a Chinese wrestling organization in history.

In 2019 I began writing for Michinoku Pro Wrestling, in charge of international wrestling. Since the time that I began writing for them, Michinoku Pro stopped choosing Shin-Kiba 1st Ring for its Tokyo events and began focusing on the much larger Korakuen Hall for its Tokyo appearances. The Korakuen Hall is known as a place where many historical moments in the Japanese pro-wrestling scene have occurred. It's to Japan what Madison Square Garden is to the pro-wrestling scene in the United States. Michinoku Pro had a sellout, standing-room-only event on December 13, 2019 at the Korakuen Hall. The event had an attendance of 1,890. That was the highest reported attendance at the Korakuen Hall to date for a pro-wrestling event since April 2015.

I am open to new writing opportunities:

- News and articles
- Creative writing
- Promotional writing
- Website content

I offer:
- Sponsored content & event coverage
- Social media promotion
- International audience


info@harold-williams.com


This blog is now included in Google News, which has over 11 million visits every day, giving your product the opportunity to be promoted in front of millions.

Samples of my work: http://dld.bz/jeRzq

I graduated from university with a major in Business and a minor in Computer Applications, which makes me an asset not only as a writer but in a business and technological capacity as well.

Friday, May 3, 2024

[DIANA LIVE] World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana on 5/6 LIVE

Active since 2011 and founded by former WWWA Champion Kyoko Inoue, World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana features a mix of legends and new-generation talent, making it a promotion that has something for everyone who enjoys women's wrestling. On Monday, May 6, the women of Diana will be in action for "Diana Amistad Tournament vol.58", which will feature, "Miran Trial Match 3". It will start at 13:00 Japan Time, and it will be broadcast via DIANA Live, the promotion's own live streaming service.



The card will be as follows:

Miran (as seen in Stardom, Ice Ribbon, and PURE-J)
Risa Sera (former Ice Ribbon star and current WAVE star)
vs.
Deborah K (as seen in ZERO1 and WAVE)
Yuma Makoto

Miran
Ayako Sato (as seen in ZERO1, Ice Ribbon, WAVE, and PURE-J)
Nanami (as seen in Stardom, ZERO1, Ice Ribbon, Sendai Girls, WAVE, and PURE-J)
vs.
Kyoko Inoue
Himiko (as seen in ZERO1, Ice Ribbon, WAVE, and PURE-J)
Mizuki Kato

Miran (as seen in Stardom, Ice Ribbon, and PURE-J)
vs.
Haruka Umesaki (World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana World Champion)

And after you've watched "Diana Amistad Tournament vol.58", check out the April 29 World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana event that was broadcast live on DIANA Live from the Korakuen Hall (the Madison Square Garden of Japan) for an event where ALL Diana championships were on the line!

[DIANA LIVE] World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana on 5/5 LIVE

Active since 2011 and founded by former WWWA Champion Kyoko Inoue, World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana features a mix of legends and new-generation talent, making it a promotion that has something for everyone who enjoys women's wrestling. On Sunday, May 5, the women of Diana will be in action for "Diana Amistad Tournament vol.57". It will start at 13:00 Japan Time, and it will be broadcast via DIANA Live, the promotion's own live streaming service.



The card will be as follows:

Kyoko Inoue
Haruka Umesaki (World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana World Champion)
vs.
Himiko (as seen in ZERO1, Ice Ribbon, WAVE, and PURE-J)
Arisa Shinose (Ice Ribbon star)

Nanami (World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana Crystal Champion)
vs.
Yuma Makoto

Miran (as seen in Stardom, Ice Ribbon, and PURE-J)
Saran (Ice Ribbon star)
vs.
Deborah K (as seen in ZERO1 and WAVE)
Mizuki Kato

Ayako Sato (as seen in ZERO1, Ice Ribbon, WAVE, and PURE-J)
vs.
Asuka Fujitaki (Ice Ribbon star)

And after you've watched "Diana Amistad Tournament vol.57", check out the April 29 World Woman Pro-Wrestling Diana event that was broadcast live on DIANA Live from the Korakuen Hall (the Madison Square Garden of Japan) for an event where ALL Diana championships were on the line!

Thursday, May 2, 2024

[WWE Speed][X] 5/3/24 Ricochet vs. Johnny Gargano

The first-ever WWE Speed Championship Tournament finals takes place this week, as former WWE Intercontinental Champion and former WWE United States Champion Ricochet takes on former WWE NXT Champion Johnny Gargano in a match that promises to be an amazing display of athleticism!


You can catch the action of this exciting episode of WWE Speed this Friday, May 3, 12 ET on the X platform. WWE Speed features a unique format of its matches having a three-minute limit.



Ricochet's advantage will be his high-flying skills, performing an innovative offense that features maneuvers that seem to defy gravity. For him, the key to victory is to use this strength to keep Johnny Gargano on the defensive long enough to gain a quick win. Meanwhile, Gargano has technical wrestling skills and a fighting spirit on his side, which he can use to counter opponents like Ricochet who usually take to the skies. In the end, the WWE Superstar who becomes the inaugural WWE Speed Champion will be the one who is able to take firm control of the match first and maintain it.

The holder of the WWE Speed Championship will influence the perception of it. Will the WWE Speed Championship represent lightning-quick, high-flying action or fast paced chain wrestling & transitions? Either way, the championship will be synonymous with excitement and unpredictability, contested for in matches where every second counts. Don't miss the crowning of a new champion this Friday!

[UPDATED- match can be seen below]



Tuesday, April 30, 2024

[WWE Speed][X] 5/1/24 Johnny Gargano vs. Bronson Reed

The second match of the WWE Speed Championship Tournament semifinals takes place this week, as former WWE NXT Champion Johnny Gargano collides with former WWE NXT North American Champion Bronson Reed! You can catch the endless action on the next episode of WWE Speed this Wednesday, May 1 ET on the X platform. WWE Speed features a unique format of its matches having a three-minute limit.



This David vs. Goliath showdown will be a clash of contrasting styles, with both men battling for a coveted spot in the finals of the WWE Speed Championship Tournament. Johnny Gargano is technically sound and can surprise his opponents with his ability to capitalize on any openings they leave, no matter what the size of Gargano's opponent is. Meanwhile, Bronson Reed is a powerhouse who can easily overcome an opponent and dominate a match. The contest will be fast-paced, not only because they both will be racing against the clock, but also because Gargano's speed and agility will force Reed to move quicker than he usually does, which actually may make Reed more dangerous.

The winner of this match will face former WWE Intercontinental Champion and former WWE United States Champion Ricochet in the finals of the WWE Speed Championship Tournament. Last week, we saw Ricochet defeat JD McDonagh in an exciting semifinal match to secure his spot in the final round. It's safe to say that Ricochet is equally eager to face either Johnny Gargano or Bronson Reed in a match to decide who will be the inaugural WWE Speed Champion.



Will Johnny Gargano's technical wrestling expertise take him to the final round, or will Bronson Reed use his power to bulldoze over Gargano on the way to gaining the final slot? Will either the GargaNo Escape or Reed's Black Forest Bomb come into play? Find out this Wednesday, when both WWE Superstars go head-to-head in a matchup that won't disappoint!

[UPDATED- match can be seen below]



Monday, April 29, 2024

Michinoku Pro 5/6/24 Iwate Event! Golden Week Series 2024!

The wrestlers of Michinoku Pro will be in action on May 6 at /Takizawa City Workers' Sports Center in Iwate (1:00 PM), as a part of Golden Week series 2024.



The card will be as follows:


Rui Hyugaji
Manjimaru
Ken45 (former UWA World Trios Champion)
vs.
Yapper Man 1 (former Chiba Six Man Tag Team Champion)
Yapper Man 2 (former Chiba Six Man Tag Team Champion)
ARASHI (as seen in Ice Ribbon)




Taro Nohashi (former Tohoku Junior Heavyweight Champion)
vs.
Yasutaka Oosera

The Great Sasuke (legend and the original holder of the J-Crown)
vs.
Ringo Yamaya




Jinsei Shinzaki (legend who has wrestled in many major companies worldwide)
GAINA
OSO11
vs.
Brahman Shu (former Chiba Six Man Tag Team Champion)
Brahman Kei (former Chiba Six Man Tag Team Champion)
EC

Rasse (Tohoku Tag Team Champion)
Ayumu Gunji
vs.
Australian Wolf (former NWA AWA Tag Team Champion)
Thunder Summers

Tickets are available at Lawson Ticket, Ticket Pia, and via Michinoku Pro Wrestling Telephone Reservation- 019 (687) 2431.

Michinoku Pro 5/5/24 Sendai Event! Golden Week Series 2024!

The wrestlers of Michinoku Pro will be in action on May 5 at Hills Hotel Michinoku Hall in Sendai (2:00 PM), as a part of Golden Week series 2024.



The card will be as follows:


Rasse (former Chiba Six Man Tag Team Champion)
Ringo Yamaya
Yasutaka Oosera
vs.
Manjimaru
Ken45 (former UWA World Trios Champion)
ARASHI (as seen in Ice Ribbon)




Rui Hyugaji
Yapper Man 1 (former Chiba Six Man Tag Team Champion)
Yapper Man 2 (former Chiba Six Man Tag Team Champion)
vs.
Brahman Shu (former Chiba Six Man Tag Team Champion)
Brahman Kei (former Chiba Six Man Tag Team Champion)
OSO11




GAINA (former Tohoku Junior Heavyweight Champion
vs.
EC

The Great Sasuke (legend, former Tohoku & UWA World Tag Team Champion)
Jinsei Shinzaki (legend, former Tohoku & UWA World Tag Team Champion)
vs.
Australian Wolf (former NWA AWA Tag Team Champion)
Thunder Summers

Taro Nohashi (former Tohoku Junior Heavyweight Champion)
vs.
Ayumu Gunji

Tickets are available at Lawson Ticket, Ticket Pia, and via Michinoku Pro Wrestling Telephone Reservation- 019 (687) 2431.