The Ring Post: Kris Kristofferson and Wrestling

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Good morning! I hope you had a great weekend, whether it was filled with wrestling action or some well-deserved relaxation. Welcome to this week's edition of The Ring Post where we bring you the latest match results, news, and videos. This week, our featured story pays tribute to music legend Kris Kristofferson, who sadly passed away over the weekend and his connection to pro wrestling.

We also take a moment to remember Jeff Amdur, a beloved figure in the indie wrestling community, who recently passed away.

We also would like to send out thoughts and prayers to everyone affected by Hurricane Helene. If you can please help out by donating to the charity of your choice that is providing disaster relief. Team Rubicon has a great guide for how to get help if you need it, as well as ways you can assist.

Be sure to check the links below for all the latest show recaps, updates, and highlights!

This Weekend’s Results

• On Saturday in Martinsburg, WV, World Domination Wrestling Alliance hosted Aftermath. Check the link to see who won and who lost.

• DCW Wrestling held Stairway to Glory in Felton, DE on Saturday. Find out who won the Stairway to Glory ladder match in our story.

• EWA Wrestling held its Evolution event in Bel Air, MD on Saturday. Be sure to find out who the new tag team champions and cruiserweight champion are at the link.

• Pure Pro Wrestling held a show in Ridgeway, VA on Saturday. You can find the results in our story.

• See the results from a VCW event that took place in Urbanna, VA on Saturday.

The Latest News

• Jeff Amdur, a beloved figure in the indie wrestling community, recently passed away. Be sure to read about his career and the heartfelt tributes shared in his memory.

• Last week's episode of Belts, Bumps, & Barbed Wire featured an interview with Wrecking Ball Legursky, where we discussed his career and the NWA tag team title picture.

• Due to weather concerns, Voltage Wrestling postponed its Hub City Wrestling Classic show, which was set to take place outdoors on Saturday in downtown Hagerstown, MD. The new date is October 19.

Must-See Videos

• Watch the September 26 episode of WDWA Frontline at the link.

• Check out a 2019 match between The Mecca and Kekoa from an MCW show in Hollywood, MD, by clicking the link.

• Watch the latest episode of 1CW Pro Wrestling at the link.

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Kris Kristofferson, the renowned American singer-songwriter, musician, and actor, passed away on September 29, 2024. He was the father of professional wrestler Jody Kristofferson, also known as Garrett Dylan.

Garrett Dylan made his WWE debut under the ring name Jody Reese in 2010 and later joined Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW) in 2012, where he adopted the name Garrett Dylan. Throughout his career, Dylan wrestled for various promotions, including All Pro Wrestling, Sacramento Wrestling Federation, and Vendetta Pro Wrestling. He spent three years in WWE’s developmental system, transitioning from FCW to NXT, before his release in 2014.

Kris Kristofferson, born June 22, 1936, is best known for his contributions to country music and the outlaw country movement. His most famous songs include "Me and Bobby McGee," "Help Me Make It Through the Night," and "Sunday Mornin' Comin' Down." In addition to his music career, he appeared in films like *A Star Is Born* (1976), for which he won a Golden Globe, and *Blade* (1998). He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame and earned numerous awards for his work in both music and film.

One of Kris Kristofferson’s hits, as performed by him live: