1981 - In Rockford, Illinois; AWA Tag Team Champions Greg Gagne & Jim Brunzell beat Adrian Adonis & Jesse Ventura, Tito Santana beat Sheik Adnan dq, In a Handicap Match; Hulk Hogan beat Eddie Boulder & Chris Curtis & Tony Leone, Brad Rheingans beat Ben DeLeon and George Gadaski beat Nacho BarreraInternet Wrestling Database. The Crusher defeats Jose Quintero. A long-time AWA stalwart, he is also known for having been the first opponent of one of the world's most admired living wrestlers, Ric Flair, in 1972. 30 minute show. Followed closely y Mike Jackson and Private Terry Daniels. - Al Tomko defeated George Gadaski - Bob Tuck defeated Golden Boy. 1/14/79 – Toronto, Ontario, Canada @ the Maple Leaf Gardens US Champion Ricky Steamboat (sub NWA Champion Harley Race) defeated John Studd 19:31 Dino Bravo defeated AWA Champion Nick Bockwinkel via dq in 20:32 Tiger Jeet Singh. Dino Bravo & Greg Gagne. This website uses cookies. ) Where is The Flying Frenchman Rene Goulet, with his lovely sequined glove?I quickly found one that featured Jay and another all-time popular jobber, George “Scrap Iron” Gadaski, and they were up against a heel tag team of Adrian Adonis and our former Governor Jesse Ventura. Since we are based in Europe, we are forced to bother you with this information. :::: Singles Match. 1935 St. Paul, Minnesota: - AWA Tag Team Champions Nick Bockwinkel & Ray Stevens beat Greg Gagne & Jim Brunzell on a 3rd fall DQ - Dusty Rhodes beat Horst Hoffman - Billy Robinson beat Larry Heiniemi - Geoff Portz drew Buddy Wolff- George Gadaski beat Ben Deleon by DQ. This text is hidden because it is only available in German language. Portland, Oregon: - Dutch Savage defeated Jesse Ventura to win the NWA Pacific Northwest Heavyweight Title . Rene Goulet defeated George Gadaski. Death. Hard Boiled Haggerty & Harley Race vs. Professional wrestler George “Scrap Iron” Gadaski is said to have owned it at one point. He was an actor, known for AWA All-Star Wrestling (1972). 2. While renovations were being done on the house some time later, workers saw a young boy watching them from one of the windows of the home. All workers. Greg Gagne defeated George Gadaski. Rene Goulet defeats Bull Bullinski by Count Out:::: Not eligible for the matchguide: unknown match length. Dr. 1980. - Bull Bullinski beat George Gadaski. Heenan pinned Hennig 2. Actor: WWE Raw. The AWA was picked up by ESPN and Verne Gagne promoted and ran events from New York to California and more. X, George Gadaski, Hard Boiled Haggerty, Harley Race, Luke Brown, Mad Dog Vachon, Mark Starr, Mighty Igor Vodik, Rene Goulet, Rock Rogowski, Verne Gagne Current Total Rating (?) Valid votes: none42 years ago today in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, Ric Flair makes his professional wrestling debut, a 10-minute draw against George Gadaski. Billy Red Cloud, Chris Markoff, Doug Gilbert, Eddie Sharkey, George Gadaski, Harley Race, Larry Hennig, Mad Dog Vachon, Reggie Parks, The Alaskan Current Total Rating (?) Valid votes: none- Bull Bullinski beat George Gadaski. 43 years ago today in New York City, Bruno Sammartino defeated Stan Stasiak to. Quite a good seller. Bob Boyer, George Gadaski, Harley Race, Johnny Powers, Johnny Valentine, Jose Quintero, Ken Yates, Mike Murlaski, Rene Goulet, Steve Tuck Current Total Rating (?) Valid votes: noneIvan Koloff defeats George Gadaski:::: Not eligible for the matchguide: unknown match length. 1979. 1974. . Richard Morgan Fliehr isn't what you'd expect from a professional wrestler. - George South defeated Gladiator #1 - The Italian Stallion defeated Thunderfoot #2 - Rocky King defeated Thunderfoot #1 - NWA Jr. 7/19/69 – Minneapolis TV Larry Hennig defeated Kenny Yates Verne Gagne defeated Steve Tuck Bill Watts defeated Bill Cody Red Bastien defeated Bobby Jones Dr. George's. Legendary surfer, wrestler and surf commentator passes at 92. Dr. :::: Singles Match. Little Beaver was born Lionel Giroux in Saint-Jérôme, Quebec in 1935. . Self (1980-1982) unknown episodes Dutch MantellSubscribe to Comedy Time YouTube channel here: Media links: Facebook - Twitter - Flair, born Richard Morgan Fliehr, is a professional wrestler holding 16 World Heavyweight Championships and who has appeared in numerous games across a variety of systems. - Kevin Von Erich defeated Bobby Duncum - David Von Erich, George Wells and Dick the Bruiser defeated Ox Baker, Lord Alfred Hayes and Bulldog Bob Brown - Tom Andrews defeated Ron Starr - The Turk. Bryan and Vinny Show. - George Gadaski beat Cesar Pabon - Rene Goulet beat Billy Howard. Murphey. :::: Singles Match. Some AWA historians believe the AWA planned to bring Bullinski in as a heel to feud with The Crusher but changed their mind at the last. 1981. 1979. Übersicht; Karriere; Matches; Matchstatistiken; Wertungen; Kommentare; Matches. November 8, 1966 – Columbus, NE – The Platte County Agricultural Exhibit Hall. Click here to send us the missing information. Formed a great enhancement tag team with George Scrap Iron Gadaski. Michael T. Figure Four Daily- Greg Gagne & Jim Brunzell beat Kenny Jay & George Gadaski - Khosrow Vaziri beat Rock Riddle. Putski pinned Breznikoff Referee Merv Hunter Billy Graham no contest Baron Von Raschke 12:00 Dr. S. Jamaica Kid and Little Beaver backstage at a wrestling arena April 25, 1969. 13. 1/8/72 – Macomb, IL Ray Stevens defeated Bull Bullinski Nick Bockwinkel defeated Red Bastien Billy Howard defeated Treach Phillips. Psycho defeated Johnny Powers for the National Wrestling Federation Heavyweight Title. 1979. The family business was raised on a wheat farm in Limerick, Saskatchewan. The Kentuckians: Jake “Tiny” Smith – Luke “Big Boy” Brown (C) def George Gadaski – Jim Grabmire October 20, 1966 – Sioux Falls, SD – Coliseum Luke “Big Boy” Brown vs. 1982 - Sgt. Orlando, Florida: - Southern Champion "Mr. Richard Morgan Fliehr isn't what you'd expect from a professional wrestler. Portland, Oregon: - Adrian Adonis and Ron Starr defeated Killer Tim Brooks and Roddy Piper for the NWA Pacific Northwest Tag Team Titles. Dusty Rhodes defeated George Gadaski. - Luke Graham beat George Gadaski - Bill Howard beat Buddy Smith. St. Doug Gilbert, beat Harley Race & Larry Hennig 11/22 St. Bill Watts, Eddie Sharkey, George Gadaski, Hard Boiled Haggerty, Harley Race, Mad Dog Vachon, Rene Goulet, Verne Gagne Current Total Rating (?) Valid votes: none- Bob Bruggers beat George Gadaski. 1971. Ric Flair made his professional debut as a 23-year old in December 1972 in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, against George Gadaski in a 10 minutes match that ended as a draw. Memphis, Tennessee: - Ricky Morton pinned Gypsy Joe - Roy Rogers beat The Nightmare via DQ - Dennis Condrey & Norvell Austin beat Tojo Yamamoto & Ric. Ric Flair draw George 'Scrap Iron' Gadaski(10:00)--1st Professional Match 12/13 Fargo, ND Rene Goulet beat Ric Flair 12/17 Green Bay, WI Ric Flair draw Big K(Stan Kowalski) 12/26 Moline, IL Larry Hennig beat Ric Flair 12/29 Chicago, IL Flair participated in a battle royal 12/27 Mitchell, SDGeorge "Scrap Iron" Gadaski's Greatest Moment. Tito Santana defeated George Gadaski. He made his professional wrestling debut on. St Paul, Minnesota: - Verne Gagne vs. Please click this line if you do not care and want to view it anyway. Was given the Scrap Iron nickname in a televised bout against Blackjack Lanza on April 11th, 1970. Sadly, George succumbed to cancer on December 12, 1982 in St. This website uses cookies. Paul, MN w/. Click here to send us the missing information. Goldie Rogers Johnny Weaver & Jay Youngblood d. He dropped out of. Please click this line if you do not care and want to view it anyway. This website uses cookies. Posthumous Honorees: George Gadaski, Lee Fields REEL Honoree: Magic Schwarz Historian Honoree: Vance Nevada. Dr X vs. Doug Gilbert & Reggie Parks defeat Bob Boyer & Eddie Sharkey:::: Not eligible for the matchguide: unknown match length. Dick Murdoch & Dusty Rhodes defeated Dr X & Wahoo McDaniel in a 2/3 falls matchAngelo Poffo defeated George Gadaski. Bill Watts no contest Harley Race. He debuted against George Gadaski in December 1972. All workers. His first opponent was "Scrap Iron" George Gadaski who had been wrestling for over a decade and was 19 years older than the "Nature Boy. 3. - Mike George defeated Billy Howard - Bulldog Bob Brown and Buzz Tyler defeated Jesse Barr and Spike Huber. Statistics and information about the 971 matches fought by George Gadaski in our events database. "[AWA boss] Verne Gagne. 06. 1/7/78 – Brainerd, MN @ the National Guard Armory Where is Scrap Iron George Gadaski? (Alas, he is buried in the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Clayton, Wis. 0 0x 9. Self (1972-1978) unknown episodes Ric Flair. - Bull Bullinski beat George Gadaski. ::::. 1939 Buffalo, New York: - Steve Casey defeated Ed Don George to win the American Wrestling Association World Heavyweight Title 1956 Des Moines, Iowa: - World4947 posts. ” “Dr. Since we are based in Europe, we are forced to bother you with this information. George Gadaski George Kosti Johnny Costa. Psycho defeated Johnny Powers for the National Wrestling Federation Heavyweight Title. By Josh Nason Nov 8, 2023. George Adamski (17 April 1891 – 23 April 1965) was a Polish - American author who became widely known in ufology circles, and to some degree in popular culture, after he displayed numerous photographs in the 1940s and 1950s that he said were of alien spacecraft, claimed to have met with friendly Nordic alien Space. Monday, October 16, 2023. George Gadaski was a jack of all trades in Verne Gagne’s American Wrestling Association. George Adamski was reportedly born in Poland in 1891, came to the U. 08141976 AWA All-Star Wrestling7. Donald Bernier Sr. This text is hidden because it is only available in German language. It’s hard for me to imagine a world without Lord James “Tally Ho” Blears in it. On December 10, 2022, "Nature Boy" Ric Flair will celebrate the 50th anniversary of his first match in professional wrestling where he battled George Gadaski with simple moves and inexperience. One of our favorites when wrestling had some tongue-in-cheek char. Nick Bockwinkel & Ray Stevens defeat Caesar Pavlon & Peter Lee:::: Not eligible for the matchguide: unknown match length. George “Scrap-Iron” Gadaski was an iconic figure in the American Wrestling Association (AWA) well into the 1980’s, putting over countless top stars who came through the Gagne territory. His first ever match was with “Scrap Iron” George Gadaski – the longest 10-minute draw of his life. 8/31/77 – Davenport, IA @ the Palmer Auditorium AWA Tag Team Champions Greg Gagne & Jim Brunzell defeated Blackjack Lanza & Bobby Duncum Super Destroyer & Angelo Mosca & Lord Alfred Hayes defeated Larry Hennig & Steve Olsonoski & Crusher I quickly found one that featured Jay and another all-time popular jobber, George “Scrap Iron” Gadaski, and they were up against a heel tag team of Adrian Adonis and our former Governor Jesse Ventura. Stella Nixon. George Gadaski defeats Tony Leone (11:53) AWA - Event @ Brown County Veterans Memorial Arena in Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA. Paul, MN Ric Flair draw Big K 11/24 Duluth, MN Ric Flair vs. The win made Sammartino the first man to win the WWWF title more than once. All workers. 1976. Yates in the early 70s. X, George Gadaski,. - Rock Rogowski (Ole Anderson) beat George Gadaski. Ben DeLeon. The match went a time limit draw and it was the first match of what became a. Formed a memorable tag team with fellow enhancement performer Kenny Jay. It’s hard for me to imagine a world without Lord James “Tally Ho” Blears in it. Billy Robinson & Butch Malone (sub for Wilbur Snyder; Butch came out late in the match as Robinson fought 2 on 1 early) Weightlifting: Paul Ellering vs. A phone number associated with this person is (573) 893-7979, and we have 2 other possible phone numbers in the same local area codes 573 and 847. Click here to send us the missing information. Click here to send us the missing information. He wrestled and refereed, set up the ring at house shows, and drove the ring truck himself. During the 1980s, Flair defended the NWA World Heavyweight Championship in All Japan Pro Wrestling. )- Ron Ritchie beat George Gadaski. - Frank Hill beat George Gadaski. Alias. The ring name Ric Flair came to life in the American Wrestling Association (AWA). Heavyweight Champion Lazertron fought Nelson Royal to a draw - The MOD Squad defeated Kendall Windham & Todd Champion- Handicap match: Hulk Hogan beat Dizzy Ed Boulder & George Gadaski - Tito Santana beat Sheik Adnan. Notes. Whoever it was, they were on the AWA ring crew and would frequently request new boards, telling Verne, “These are heavy guys, there’s a lot of wear!” When this person died, Verne went to their house for the wake and noticed the barn, built. X” Dick Beyer, Joyce Paustian and Kenny Jay in 2011. George Lisowski Found 6 people in Pennsylvania, North Dakota and Wisconsin. com. When using information on this webpage elsewhere, please include a link to. Please click this line if you do not care and want to view it anyway. St Paul, Minnesota: - Verne Gagne no contest AWA Champion Nick Bockwinkel - Greg Gagne & Jim Brunzell beat Mad Dog Vachon & Baron Von Raschke - Peter Maivia beat Kim Duk - Billy Francis beat Moose Morowski - Billy Red Cloud beat Buck Zumhofe. X, George Gadaski, Guy Taylor, Harley Race, Ken Yates, The Crusher, Verne. Sapporo, Japan: - Giant Baba and Antonio Inoki defeated Danny Hodge and Wilbur Snyder for the NWA International Tag Team Titles Tampa, Florida: - Hans Mortier defeated The Gladiator (Rick Hunter) to win the NWA Florida Heavyweight TitleInternet Wrestling Database. Bryan & Vinny & Craig Show: Full Gear 2023 plus AEW Collision and Rampage! By Bryan Alvarez Nov 20, 2023. 1K subscribers 13K views 6 years ago December 13, 1981. Kennan is an interesting case for "Historians who Changed History," because he changed history in a very different way. Since we are based in Europe, we are forced to bother you with this information. This website uses cookies. St. George Gadaski Auch aufgetreten als Johnny Costa, George Kosti. AWA All Star Wrestling. 1973. Click here to send us the missing information. Ric Flair is a retired American professional wrestler and wrestling manager who has a net worth of $500 thousand. November 14 1976, AWA All Star Wrestling. The AWA Boss in Action -- Verge Gagne vs. Doug Gilbert, beat Harley Race & Larry Hennig 11/24 Minneapolis, MN. 1939 Buffalo, New York: - Steve Casey defeated Ed Don George to win the American Wrestling Association World Heavyweight Title 1956 Des Moines, Iowa: - World Tag Team Champions The Volkoff. He defeated some big names in the WWE like Dusty Rhodes, Larry Henning, and Andre in his early career. 9/28/74 – St Paul, MN @ Civic Center Flair has unsurprisingly discussed his first-ever wrestling match at length, which saw him compete against George Gadaski in the American Wrestling Association (AWA). Internet Wrestling Database. Click here to send us the missing information. - Bull Bullinski defeated George Gadaski. George Kosti grew up with a large family including 10 brothers and 3 sisters. 1/7/71 – DePere, WI @ the St. . 2. Flair made his wrestling debut in 1972 against George Gadaski and immediately made a mark with his unique style in the ring. Reeve, Barron County, Wisconsin, USA. Click here to send us the missing information. 1978. Rnk: Wrestler: 1: Giant Baba: 2: Bruno Sammartino: 3: Verne Gagne: 4: Nick Bockwinkel: 5: Dory Funk Jr. View contact information: phones, addresses, emails and networks. Los Angeles, California: - Vivian Vachon defeated Betty Nicoli for the NWA California Women's Title. Mad Dog Vachon. Japan Tours. Valid votes: none. A medical student at Minnesota University (his father was a doctor, his mother an actress), Flair dropped out college to train for the mat wars under legendary former AWA World champ Verne. Gadaski and Jay almost always lost but always gave a great accounting of themselves in the ring and most importantly made their opponents look good. He traveled a few hundred days a year, traveling by car hundreds of miles to the next city with the ring. Geoff Portz 11/29 Rockford, IL Tony Rocco beat Ric Flair 11/30 Chicago, IL - George South defeated Gladiator #1 - The Italian Stallion defeated Thunderfoot #2 - Rocky King defeated Thunderfoot #1 - NWA Jr. lift with 700 lbs; post match Jesse threw powder in Paul’s eyes) Reported. George Gadaski Also known as Johnny Costa, George Kosti. An associated email address for George Bockwinkel is ginboc***@yahoo. Since we are based in Europe, we are forced to bother you with this information. AWA World Heavyweight Champion Verne Gagne defeated Hard Boiled Haggerty. Tag Team Match. This text is hidden because it is only available in German language. 13. Amagasaki, Japan: - Harley Race defeated Giant Baba to win the NWA World title. George Kadish was born Zvi (Hirsh) Kadushin in Raseiniai, Lithuania, in 1910. Fargo, North Dakota: - In an Indian Strap Match: Wahoo McDaniel beat Superstar Billy Graham - Billy Robinson & Geoff Portz beat AWA Tag Team Champions Nick Bockwinkel & Ray Stevens on a 3rd fall DQ - Reggie Parks beat Rene Goulet- Jim Raschke (Baron Von Raschke) beat George Gadaski. The win made the brothers Funk (along with Dory) the first-and to this. Jones defeated Mike George and Bob Sweetan when Jones beat George - Dick the Bruiser defeated Buzz Tyler - Kevin Von Erich defeated Billy Howard1939 Buffalo, New York: - Steve Casey defeated Ed Don George to win the American Wrestling Association World Heavyweight Title 1956 Des Moines, Iowa: - WorldGeorge Gadaski beat Superstar Billy Graham dq Arena footage from September 15 for the Battle Royal won by Superstar Billy Graham over Andre The Giant in Minneapolis September 22, 1973 Minneapolis, MN Superstar Billy Graham beat - Arm Wrestling Superstar Billy Graham beat Ken Patera September 24, 1973 Bismarck, NDHe made his professional wrestling debut on December 10, 1972, wrestling 'Scrap Iron' George Gadaski (real name: John Kosti) to a ten minute draw in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Notes. Robinson pinned Stevens 3. He received his medical degree from St. Internet Wrestling Database. Jos Leduc defeated Ivan Crankovic. ) Where is The Flying Frenchman Rene Goulet, with his lovely sequined glove? George Gadaski & Kenny Jay defeated Vito Martino & Frank Hill Reported Attendance: 5,329. 1981. “Scrap Iron” Gadaski, George Kosti, will always be remembered by his professional wrestling family as a true warrior. Internet Wrestling Database. Croix, Wisconsin. Iron Sheik defeated George Gadaski. He was a TV enhancement guy. AWA World Heavyweight Champion Mad Dog Vachon vs. Gadaski was. This website uses cookies. - Dory Funk Jr. Paul, MN The Crusher defeated The Alaskan via disqualification Jack Lanza defeated Harley Race via disqualification Doug Gilbert drew Bob Boyer Earl Maynard defeated George Gadaski Eddie Sharkey defeated Jose Quintero. Please click this line if you do not care and want. This text is hidden because it is only available in German language. 1/13/79 – Minneapolis TV rerun of 11/11/78 show. X def George Gadaski January 21, 1968 – St. Mobile, Alabama: - Bob Kelly and Ramon Perez defeated Mitsu and Sugi Sito to win the NWA Gulf Coast Tag Team Titles. Internet Wrestling Database. George Gadaski [Awa 1981-08-08]- Rene Goulet & Eddie Sharkey beat Mark Starr & George Gadaski - Kenny Jay beat Guy Taylor. 1981. Sapporo, Japan: - Giant Baba and Antonio Inoki defeated Danny Hodge and Wilbur Snyder for the NWA International Tag Team Titles Tampa, Florida: - Hans Mortier defeated The Gladiator (Rick Hunter) to win the NWA Florida Heavyweight TitleBilly Wicks, Bob Boyer, George Gadaski, Harley Race, Johnny Powers, Johnny Valentine, Kenny Jay, Larry Hennig, Lou Thesz, Rene Goulet, The Big K, The Crusher Current Total Rating (?) Valid votes: none- Super Destroyer Mark II beat George Gadaski. 1971. (sub for Ted DiBiase) defeated Von Raschke - Pat O’Connor and Rufus R. 25 Apr 1930. Not eligible for the matchguide: unknown match length. George Gadaski was a jack of all trades in Verne Gagne’s American Wrestling Association. On his To Be The Man podcast,. George Kosti (April 25, 1930 - December 16, 1982), better known by his ring name George "Scrap Iron" Gadaski, was a Canadian professional wrestler, road agent, and referee,. He made his professional wrestling debut on December 10, 1972, wrestling 'Scrap Iron' George Gadaski (real name: John Kosti) to a ten minute draw in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. - Rene Goulet beat George Scott - Reggie Parks beat Lord Blears - Ken Patera beat Johnny Heidman. Los Angeles, California: - Texas Red (Red Bastien) defeated Mando Guerrero for the NWA Americas Heavyweight Title. 1/10/81 – Omaha, NE @ the Civic Auditorium Algerian Death Match: Mad Dog Vachon defeated John Studd Nick Bockwinkel & Bobby Heenan defeated The Crusher & Buck Zumhofe Jerry Blackwell defeated Tito Santana Brad Rheingans defeated Steve Regal. Atlanta, Georgia: - Angelo Mosca won a tournament final for the vacant NWA Georgia Heavyweight Title. Rhodes made his AWA television debut on January 8th, 1972 defeating George Gadaski. Notes. Drasin was trained by the late Johnnie Mae Young and debuted in 1965 and wrestled in California including for the LeBells. 1982 (at the age of 52) Cause of death: Krebs Gender: male Career Data Alter egos: George Gadaski George Kosti Johnny Costa Roles: Singles Wrestler Road Agent. Flair signed to the American Wrestling Association (AWA) in 1973, and in October 1973, his first broadcasted fight was aired on TV against Roddy Piper. 39 years ago today in Miami, Florida, Terry Funk defeated Jack Brisco to win the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. 1971. Burial. Birth. X defeated George Gadaski. Dusty was already well established as the partner of Dick Murdoch in the Texas Outlaws from other territories but Dusty originally came to the AWA as a singles competitor. All workers. Additionally, the most recent matches of George Gadaski are listed below. This website uses cookies. Larry Hennig defeats Billy Red Cloud by DQ:::: Not eligible for the matchguide: unknown match length. 1981. I’d interviewed him a couple of times over the years, and my wife had met him at a Texas fan fest. Billy Robinson, George Gadaski, George Scott, Ivan Koloff, Lani Kealoha, Nick Bockwinkel, Rene Goulet, Superstar Billy Graham Current Total Rating (?) Valid votes: noneSummerSlam 2004 and 2010 both took place on this day in wrestling history. 43 years ago today in Rice Lake, Wisconsin, Ric Flair makes his professional wrestling debut, a 10-minute draw against George Gadaski. This text is hidden because it is only available in German language. Death. 10. Randy Barber of Mid South is the best jobber of all time. Rnk: Wrestler: 1: Bruno Sammartino: 2: Gene Kiniski: 3: Lou Thesz: 4: Rikidozan: 5: Buddy Rogers: 6: Giant Baba: 7: Pat O'Connor: 8: Toyonobori: 9: Dory Funk Jr. He set up the ring at house. Nicknames: "Polish Hammer" "Scrap Iron"---Current Total Rating . Other Wrestling. Statistics and information about the 971 matches fought by George Gadaski in our events databaseIn our activity index, you will find all the George Gadaski matches currently in our database. Grant. Even today, more than half a century after his death, George Adamski remains one of the most curious and controversial characters in UFO. Uploaded: 03 Feb, 2010. Gadaski was a powerful weightlifter who was trained in Calgary by Stu Hart and began wrestling in San Francisco for Roy Shire and other areas such as Florida. Recommended Articles. George Gadaski George Kosti Johnny Costa. Click here to send us the missing information. Notes. AWA All Star Wrestling. I thought Kenny Jay had died before Verne, but I may have been thinking about George Gadaski. He spent the first few months of his career with the Gagne’s Minneapolis. 1976. George Gadaski vs. 1978. All workers. Green Bay, Wisconsin: - AWA Tag Team Champions Nick Bockwinkel & Ray Stevens went to a no contest with The Crusher & Billy Robinson- Brad Rheingans beat Ben DeLeon and George Gadaski beat Nacho Barrera. - Kevin Von Erich defeated Bobby Duncum - David Von Erich, George Wells and Dick the Bruiser defeated Ox Baker, Lord Alfred Hayes and Bulldog Bob Brown - Tom Andrews defeated Ron Starr - The Turk. 12. :::: Tag Team Match. One of our favorites when wrestling had some. George Gadaski, popularly known as “Scrap Iron,” was an all-rounder in Verne Gagne’s American Wrestling Association (AWA). However, The Nature Boy took to Twitter this week and thanked fans for 50 years, posting photos of WWE Hall of Famers and legends – The Iron Sheik, Ken Patera, Jim Brunzell,. AWA All-Star Wrestling - TV-Show @ Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. This text is hidden because it is only available in German language. :::: Singles Match. Not eligible for the matchguide: unknown match length. We visit old-school wrestler George "Scrap Iron" Gadaski's (Kosti) gravesite in Wisconsin. So, that's 12 suggestions, an even dozen, to get an AWA Hall Of Fame started. Doug Gilbert, Frankie Hester,. - Rick McCord defeated Mike George - Ranger Ross & Steve Ray defeated Rip Morgan & Jack Victory - WCW TV Champion Bobby Eaton (sub. Butcher Vachon, Dave Cox, George. " According to Flair, the match was an impromptu bout, and he fought as the heel. Gladys Teresa Williams-O'Neal. Paul, Minnesota (United States of America) Buck Zumhofe defeated George Gadaski: 7: AWA @ Green Bay 1981/06/14 @ Brown County Veterans Memorial Arena in Ashwaubenon, Wisconsin (United States of America) George Gadaski defeated Tony Leone (11:53. AWA Champion Nick Bockwinkel went to a no contest - Greg Gagne & Jim Brunzell defeated Mad Dog Vachon & Baron Von Raschke - Peter Maivia defeated Kim Duk - Billy Francis defeated Moose Morowski1976 - In Dixon, Illinois; Larry Hennig & Greg Gagne & Jim Brunzell beat Nick Bockwinkel & Blackjack Lanza & Bobby Duncum, Baron Von Raschke beat Bull Bullinski, Buddy Wolff beat Buck Zumhofe and Peter Maivia beat George GadaskiInternet Wrestling Database. Amagasaki, Japan: - Harley Race defeated Giant Baba to win the NWA World title. 1977. drew in 45-minutes (no falls) 1956 Topeka, Kansas:Chris Markoff, Dick The Bruiser, Dr. 9/28/74 – St Paul, MN @ Civic CenterFlair has unsurprisingly discussed his first-ever wrestling match at length, which saw him compete against George Gadaski in the American Wrestling Association (AWA). - Super Destroyer & Lord Alfred Hayes beat Larry Hennig (sub Crusher) & George Gadaski - Ray Stevens no contest Angelo Mosca - Buddy Wolff beat Kenny Jay. Larry Hennig & Lars Anderson defeat Joe Scarpello & Kenny Jay. The match ended in a ten-minute draw although Gadaski would defeat Flair in 1973. He stopped in the AWA but his Cagematch profile only lists one taping he did for the group where he beat George Gadaski (who is the answer to the trivia question of Ric Flair’s first opponent in 1972), and Don Reese. Nick Bockwinkel for the AWA Title never took place. This text is hidden because it is only available in German language. Sonny Rogers/Chuck Greenlee, Santana vs. Billy Red Cloud, Billy Robinson, Blackjack Lanza, Bobby Heenan, Bull Bullinski, Don Muraco, George Gadaski, Joe Turco, Ray Stevens, The Crusher Current Total Rating (?) Valid votes: nonePampero Firpo defeats George Gadaski:::: Not eligible for the matchguide: unknown match length. Saito for the NWA Florida Heavyweight Title. Where is Scrap Iron George Gadaski? (Alas, he is buried in the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in Clayton, Wis. Butcher Vachon Edouard Carpentier vs. ?? 12/30 Minneapolis, MN Ric Flair draw. We would be pleased if you would write one. 12. The Alaskan defeats Eddie Sharkey:::: Not eligible for the matchguide: unknown match length. George Gadaski The owner and operator of the AWA, or American Wrestling Association, for its entire history, the bad-ass Verne Gagne still maintained a ring presence for most of his career. The Kentuckians: Jake “Tiny” Smith – Luke “Big Boy” Brown (C) def George Gadaski – Haru Sasaki Ron Reed def Frankie Hester Tim Woods def Ray Burns. 1939 Buffalo, New York:- Steve Casey defeated Ed Don George to win the American Wrestling Association World Heavyweight Title 1956 Des Moines, Iowa:- WorldRic Flair, born Richard Morgan Fliehr, is a professional wrestler holding 16 World Heavyweight Championships and who has appeared in numerous games across a variety of systems. 1985. 30 minute show. 1972. - Rene Goulet & Eddie Sharkey beat Mark Starr & George Gadaski - Kenny Jay beat Guy Taylor. By Bryan Rose Nov 8, 2023. 1970. (Gadaski and Flair wrestled to a draw. Please click this line if you do not care and want to view it anyway. "[AWA boss] Verne Gagne.