Press Conference | Engage 2: Round Two! Fight! Pre-Fight

[Jeremy King]

ENGAGE 2: ROUND TWO! FIGHT!: PRE-FIGHT PRESS CONFERENCE

LOCATION: Fresh Studios Press Lounge

CONTEXT: Members of the press have been invited to attend this pre-fight press conference, looking ahead ahead to the Engage 2: Round Two! Fight! event. They're out to get the opinions of the fighters involved and see how they're feeling ahead of their matches, as well as discuss the events that unfolded at Engage 1: Origins.

WHO’S HERE: Owen Wells (The Los Angeles Times), Derek Baker (Engage Wrestling [dot] com), Erica Bradley (L.A Independent).

ONE THE PODIUM: @cjme, @dickdevereaux, @theladyofchambers, @collins, @seth, @toxicdoll, @voidstar, @georgiamack, @varsityvq, @scott

NEXT STEPS: Answer all or some of the following questions (found below) by responding in the thread as a reply. Anyone who chooses to participate in the conference will simply need to reply, thus creating one big thread. NOTE: If you have activated the Press Conference exemption clause in your contract, you cannot answer these questions.

QUESTIONS TO CAITE BLACKBIRD

“First off, Caite - huge congratulations on your victory last night against Keegan Ryan. You've now got Lex Collins in the semi-final, a man you've spoken highly of very recently. Just how different will this test against Lex be in comparison to the test that Ryan presented? Is this a tougher challenge? Easier? Indifferent?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

“Just how challenging was it to stay on the straight and narrow in your fight last night? We saw a couple of instances where the referee had to intervene and stop things from getting out of hand. Are traditional wrestling matches creating something of an adjustment period for you? Or do you put it down to the type of guy you were facing?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

“Last night we saw you forge a partnership with George 'Big Bucks' Banks, one of the four 'Dons of Wrestling'. What kind of professional benefits do you feel this partnership should present you with?” – Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

“Just a second question from me, Caite: you stated a few days ago in a previous press conference that you expect to be in the final of the World Championship tournament against Lara Chambers. Having seen Trixie's performance last night, has it changed your opinion on it at all? Or do you still expect Lara to reach the final?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

QUESTIONS TO DICK DEVEREAUX

“Major congratulations over your victory last night, which - as we can see from the belt in front of you - led to you becoming the company's first ever Fusion X Champion. Fans were slightly surprised that the match wasn't as "hardcore" as it had perhaps been billed or hyped by either of you. Can you just talk us through why you chose to avoid being excessively hardcore?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

"This week you're facing a newcomer in Georgia Mack, who has already spoken out about her chances against you. She tore you down quite severely, so much so that many are already talking about the fact that she's got you beaten. How do you respond to that and what can you do to combat all the advantages she talks about?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

“Hypothetically speaking, if Georgia Mack were to defeat you this Sunday, would you be willing to grant her a second match with the Fusion X Championship on the line?” – Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

"Regardless of what happens this week, you've got a title defence next week against the winner of the Fatal 4-Way Cage Match between Voidstar, Keegan Ryan, Walter Hobbs and Christian Valentine. Care to weigh in on this fight? Who do you anticipate winning this match and becoming the new number one contender for your title?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

QUESTIONS TO GEORGIA MACK

“You've been incredibly quick to dissect your opponent ahead of the non-title match this week and you certainly pulled no punches as to why and how you'll beat him. Do you honestly not see Devereaux as a credible threat whatsoever?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

“If you're successful this Sunday, a win over a champion would potentially put you in pole position for a title shot against him. Is the Fusion X Championship a belt that interests you? Or do you have other objectives?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

“Rumour has it that you're a front runner to become the new face of Aqua Drop. Can you confirm if there's any truth to this? If so, how did you manage to get yourself into that position as a newcomer? Did you actively tout for it? What happened?. - Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

QUESTIONS TO LARA CHAMBERS

“First off, Lara - huge congratulations on your victory last night against Neville Proctor. You've now got Trixie in the semi-final, a woman you've got a seemingly good relationship with behind the scenes. Just how different will this test against Trixie be in comparison to the test that Neville presented? Is this a tougher challenge? Easier? Indifferent?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

“Trixie had a pretty interesting night, given her flawless victory against a promising fighter in Becky Konrad, as well as the fact that she's been pulled from the Aqua Drop campaign. Give us your thoughts on both of those situations. Did she surprise you with how good she was last night, in spite of the controversy in her private life?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

“Last night we saw you forge a partnership with Bobby 'The Bruiser' Floyd, one of the four 'Dons of Wrestling'. What kind of professional benefits do you feel this partnership should present you with?” – Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

“Just a second question from me, Lara: assuming you beat Trixie and reach the final, who are you expecting to face for the World Championship? Caite Blackbird or Lex Collins?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

QUESTIONS TO LEX COLLINS

“First off, Lex - huge congratulations on your victory last night against Christian Valentine. You've now got Caite Blackbird in the semi-final, a woman you've spoken highly of very recently. Just how different will this test against Caite be in comparison to the test that Valentine presented? Is this a tougher challenge? Easier? Indifferent?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

“You went into your fight last night off the back of another match elsewhere only a few days prior. How did that affect your performance? Is there any concern in the Lex Collins training camp that you may be juggling too many balls at the one time? Or are you able to deal with the heavier workloads?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

“Last night we saw you forge a partnership with Tony 'The Stallion' Castillo, one of the four 'Dons of Wrestling'. What kind of professional benefits do you feel this partnership should present you with?” – Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

“Just a second question from me, Lex: assuming you beat Caite Blackbird and reach the final, who are you expecting to face for the World Championship? Trixie or Lara Chambers?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

QUESTIONS TO SETH DANIELS

“You're set to compete in your first official match here at Engage this Sunday against Van Quinn. Is there any part of you that feels annoyed not to be involved in the World Championship tournament?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

“Obviously you're going to feel confident of a victory this Sunday against Quinn, but can you just give us your thoughts on what gives you the advantage in the fight?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

“Critics have said that you failed to make a big impact in your last promotion - Deathcore Wrestling. First off, how do you respond to that? And secondly, how do you intend to make sure everyone is talking about Seth Daniels here at Engage?. - Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

QUESTIONS TO TRIXIE

“First off, Trixie - huge congratulations on your victory last night against Becky Konrad. You've now got Lara Chambers in the semi-final, a woman you've seemingly got a good relationship with behind the scenes. Just how different will this test against Lara be in comparison to the test that Konrad presented? Is this a tougher challenge? Easier? Indifferent?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

“After being photographed on a night out the night before your fight and having all those embarrassing pictures going viral, how are you coping? It didn't look like it affected your performance, but after the fight we learned that Aqua Drop axed you as the face of their brand. Just share with us how you're feeling about it all? Any regrets?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

“Last night we saw you forge a partnership with Ernie 'Pretty Boy' Parker, one of the four 'Dons of Wrestling'. What kind of professional benefits do you feel this partnership should present you with?” – Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

“Just a second question from me, Trixie: assuming you beat Lara Chambers and reach the final, who are you expecting to face for the World Championship? Caite Blackbird or Lex Collins?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

QUESTIONS TO VAN QUINN

“You're set to compete in your first official match here at Engage this Sunday against Van Quinn. How confident are you in a victory and why?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

“We've seen recently that you've jumped to the defence of Trixie on social media against Voidstar. Why is that? What's the relationship between you and the blonde fighter?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

“Nobody has seen or heard much of you since you signed to Engage. What's your big objective during your time here? Titles? Fun? What's on the cards for Van Quinn?. - Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

QUESTIONS TO VOIDSTAR

“You'll face three other men on Sunday night inside a steel cage for the chance to face Dick Devereaux for the Fusion X Championship. How happy are you with the fans voting for a cage match?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

“Given that you've been pretty upfront about not being motivated by titles, what's your motivation in this contenders match? What does it mean to you?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

“You've targeted Trixie recently on social media. Why is that?. - Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

QUESTIONS TO WALTER HOBBS

“Your debut match here sees you enter a cage match with three other fighters. Given your reaction to the brawl last night during the show, can we assume you're not happy with the match stipulation?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

“How are you feeling after passing out last night? Have you recovered? Will you be fit and ready for this Sunday?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

“What role, if any, will Amarillo Nash play in this cage match on Sunday, given that he's signed with the company? - Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

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“First off, Caite - huge congratulations on your victory last night against Keegan Ryan. You've now got Lex Collins in the semi-final, a man you've spoken highly of very recently. Just how different will this test against Lex be in comparison to the test that Ryan presented? Is this a tougher challenge? Easier? Indifferent?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

I like Lex, and I have little doubt that he's going to fight smarter and more towards his strengths than Keegan did. That being said, I'm still stronger, faster, and hit harder. Not to mention the fact that I'm still the toughest, most resilient, most durable athlete in Engage. So yeah, I think it's a tougher challenge, but the result is going to be just the bloody same.

“Just how challenging was it to stay on the straight and narrow in your fight last night? We saw a couple of instances where the referee had to intervene and stop things from getting out of hand. Are traditional wrestling matches creating something of an adjustment period for you? Or do you put it down to the type of guy you were facing?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

Look... Keegan had tools in his toolbox that could have helped him... but he doesn't use them. My going for the toybox first was something that I felt, instinctively, would work in my favor because I felt like I could push him into the fight that he thought he wanted, a fight that I knew would actually favor me. Worked, too.

“Last night we saw you forge a partnership with George 'Big Bucks' Banks, one of the four 'Dons of Wrestling'. What kind of professional benefits do you feel this partnership should present you with?” – Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

Shite... I dunno. He made me an offer, I accepted. Didn't give it a whole lot more thought than that. I don't really see it as much more than him officially picking his horse in the race, and he picked the right one.

“Just a second question from me, Caite: you stated a few days ago in a previous press conference that you expect to be in the final of the World Championship tournament against Lara Chambers. Having seen Trixie's performance last night, has it changed your opinion on it at all? Or do you still expect Lara to reach the final?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

I think the outcome of Trixie's match only reaffirms what I said the other day... that neither really was cut out to be in this tournament. Had Trix faced off against any sort of real opponent, she wouldn't have been setting records. The fact that the quick victory seems to have gone to her head will only serve to benefit Chambers even more.

The Final will be Blackbird Vs. Chambers. Go ahead and print the posters.

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“Your debut match here sees you enter a cage match with three other fighters. Given your reaction to the brawl last night during the show, can we assume you're not happy with the match stipulation?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times



I'm fine with it, Orson. No, really, I'm down with the cage. Once I discovered that you can win by escaping, I think that really plays to my strength, and my flight-over-fight mentality, because trust me: there is will be no competitor in that cage that is going to want out of that cage as much as me. 


“How are you feeling after passing out last night? Have you recovered? Will you be fit and ready for this Sunday?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.


Sweet mother Mgee, was that embarrassing. Clearly not my finest moment. But I have two words for you: Aqua Drops, what a refreshing elixir. As far as whether I'll be fit and ready, I know my homeboy A-Nash has training regimen in store for me this weak, and coming from him it's gotta be something special-- have you seen his abs?
 
“What role, if any, will Amarillo Nash play in this cage match on Sunday, given that he's signed with the company? - Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

The Outlaw is my co-pilot, and this kind of match is his playground. I know he's got my back, and would trust him with my wife-- I mean, my life.

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QUESTIONS TO VOIDSTAR

“You'll face three other men on Sunday night inside a steel cage for the chance to face Dick Devereaux for the Fusion X Championship. How happy are you with the fans voting for a cage match?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

A cage match sounds like fun. Violent, bloody...exactly my sort of thing.

“Given that you've been pretty upfront about not being motivated by titles, what's your motivation in this contenders match? What does it mean to you?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

The fact it's for a shot at a useless bauble means nothing. But the fact that it's against three others, now that does mean something. And in a cage? I'm more than happy to be part of that.

“You've targeted Trixie recently on social media. Why is that?. - Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

Why not? She's an air headed bimbo who cares little about her wrestling career and far too much about being famous. I'm sick of these 'models' who think they can be wrestlers for a few years and then become movie stars or reality TV stars or whatever the hell else.

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QUESTIONS TO TRIXIE

“First off, Trixie - huge congratulations on your victory last night against Becky Konrad. You've now got Lara Chambers in the semi-final, a woman you've seemingly got a good relationship with behind the scenes. Just how different will this test against Lara be in comparison to the test that Konrad presented? Is this a tougher challenge? Easier? Indifferent?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

Lara's been very kind but she's told me blunt she's not about to be that way when we are in fact in the ring against each other. I did thrash Becky Konrad, that's a fact and Patrick Becker even commented on that win personally. Calling me a Machine and that it was an incredible performance, though some have their own opinions. Lara isn't Becky, in a lot of ways so I know I'm not going to walk in and destroy her too, but I can hope right? It's certainly going to be tougher, but it's not impossible.

“After being photographed on a night out the night before your fight and having all those embarrassing pictures going viral, how are you coping? It didn't look like it affected your performance, but after the fight we learned that Aqua Drop axed you as the face of their brand. Just share with us how you're feeling about it all? Any regrets?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

Well thanks to a couple of people, it's been easier but its still such devastating news to have when you wake up. It didn't affect my performance because I came into that match unaware that a decision had been made to, remove me from that brand. I'm not happy I lost it, but a new friend gave me a great piece of advice. They'll regret it when I'm the one holding this company up in the palm of my hand in the form of a beauty of a belt.

Any regrests? Well I regret the night because it cost me the opportunity to be the Aqua Drop girl. It cost me because Jim-Jeremy wasn't happy with me unlike Patrick who was sweet despite the incident. But I don't regret enjoying myself, maybe it was a little extreme but sometimes someone gets under your skin and you wanna rub a good time in their face, that's what I was doing. Living it up in LA. I also don't regret that it brought me a lot of attention, I wouldn't have that buzz without that blog post so thank you whoever wrote the ugly truth for the publicity and getting my name out there. I look on the positives and I got some media attention as well as brought Engage some attention and for that I'm not sorry and don't regret that at all.

“Last night we saw you forge a partnership with Ernie 'Pretty Boy' Parker, one of the four 'Dons of Wrestling'. What kind of professional benefits do you feel this partnership should present you with?” – Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

So many benefits. Ernie has got me a training regime, diet plan, he's a sweetie for all he's given me. He's got a fountain of wisdom that just pours out of him as does his kindness. I'm very lucky he picked me out of the rest of the roster. I look to learn everything I can from him. He's going to make me far better, valueable to Engage and create me opportunities. Just as one door slammed shut, another swung open.

And I'd just like to say thanks Ernie for picking me.

“Just a second question from me, Trixie: assuming you beat Lara Chambers and reach the final, who are you expecting to face for the World Championship? Caite Blackbird or Lex Collins?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

Now that is difficult to actually predict. I guess it will be Caite in the finals. They're both great competitors. Something about Caite just lures me to pick her.

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QUESTIONS TO GEORGIA MACK

“You've been incredibly quick to dissect your opponent ahead of the non-title match this week and you certainly pulled no punches as to why and how you'll beat him. Do you honestly not see Devereaux as a credible threat whatsoever?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

A threat? Sure. Just not to me. Like I said already, I know he's going to take full advantage of his strength and size, and I wouldn't expect any less. However, I'm confident that my skills will be enough to trump his.

“If you're successful this Sunday, a win over a champion would potentially put you in pole position for a title shot against him. Is the Fusion X Championship a belt that interests you? Or do you have other objectives?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

I think it would definitely put me in poll position; no doubt about it. However, I know what that Fusion X Championship is about and I'm not sure it's a direction I'd want to take. For example, some of the options the fans had were 'Hardcore Rules' and 'Submission Only'. I'm not sure I'd want a title that could mean I'm in matches like that every week or so; it's not my style.

“Rumour has it that you're a front runner to become the new face of Aqua Drop. Can you confirm if there's any truth to this? If so, how did you manage to get yourself into that position as a newcomer? Did you actively tout for it? What happened?. - Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

Yeah there's truth to it. I saw that Trixie had lost out and I saw an opportunity. Patrick is a family friend so I felt comfortable enough approaching him and told him that I was interested.

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“First off, Lara - huge congratulations on your victory last night against Neville Proctor. You've now got Trixie in the semi-final, a woman you've got a seemingly good relationship with behind the scenes. Just how different will this test against Trixie be in comparison to the test that Neville presented? Is this a tougher challenge? Easier? Indifferent?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times


"Thank you Owen. I wouldn't say it is either of the above. Neville was a tough bitch to chew on. He has the body of a warrior and the mind of a dangerous man. But I enjoyed what he did. Trixie is as dangerous as everyone else on the roster- if she atually does focus. I will not hype her victory over Becky though. Just because she ended it quick doesn't make her the best fighter on the roster. I like the girl. Which means I will lash out harder than I did at Neville. Why? Because I think she can either take it or break under the weight."


“Trixie had a pretty interesting night, given her flawless victory against a promising fighter in Becky Konrad, as well as the fact that she's been pulled from the Aqua Drop campaign. Give us your thoughts on both of those situations. Did she surprise you with how good she was last night, in spite of the controversy in her private life?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.


"Her and me had a long talk. Do not get me wrong but I am the last person that will judge anyone. I had my ups and downs in life. But I think she did learn her lesson. About losingthat campaign - not like I heard anything about it in the first place. I did not expect to either. I am obviously not someone that they want to represent the company. So as far as her private life goes, I am sure she got that bit covered now. And her victory? As I just mentioned before - she was good. But she ain't proven anything yet."


“Last night we saw you forge a partnership with Bobby 'The Bruiser' Floyd, one of the four 'Dons of Wrestling'. What kind of professional benefits do you feel this partnership should present you with?” – Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.


"Oh well, I am probably the only one that hasn't really thought about it. Bobby is an awesome guy with lots of stories to tell. I am used to stand on my own - so this is a nice change. I do not expect anything because in the end I gotta fight my own fight. But he treated me to dinner, eek swordfish, and we will meet up every week. I do not need him to get me anything. I am no rookie. So taking me by the hand is by no means necessary, although he maybe would like to. It is just nice to have someone to turn to that will give you his honest opinion. I am without a doubt a Floyd girl."


“Just a second question from me, Lara: assuming you beat Trixie and reach the final, who are you expecting to face for the World Championship? Caite Blackbird or Lex Collins?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

"I said it before and I will repeat myself. Both have a solid chance to win. So i refuse to answer that. I do not have a problem with either of them and I respect their hard word. Lex has the advantage of being one of the old dogs. And I mean that in a loving way - don't have Claire hit me for it. Caite on the other hand has this hunger that I know all too well. So either way the final match will set the roof on fire. Bank on it."

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QUESTIONS TO LEX COLLINS

“First off, Lex - huge congratulations on your victory last night against Christian Valentine. You've now got Caite Blackbird in the semi-final, a woman you've spoken highly of very recently. Just how different will this test against Caite be in comparison to the test that Valentine presented? Is this a tougher challenge? Easier? Indifferent?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

"I don't really look at things on that sort of sliding scale, y'know? Tougher? Easier? Nah. It's a challenge, someone I've scouted a bit better'n I did Valentine. Do I feel better prepared? Maybe, but only a fraction - gonna be a heck of a collision, that's for sure."

“You went into your fight last night off the back of another match elsewhere only a few days prior. How did that affect your performance? Is there any concern in the Lex Collins training camp that you may be juggling too many balls at the one time? Or are you able to deal with the heavier workloads?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

"Last week was not the norm. Generally, I only work for one company at a time. Already booked that match with Pure Amusement before the offer to come here came about and I always keep my word. This week I'm comin' in fresh, bit better rested without all the travel."

“Last night we saw you forge a partnership with Tony 'The Stallion' Castillo, one of the four 'Dons of Wrestling'. What kind of professional benefits do you feel this partnership should present you with?” – Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

"Tony is a hell of a guy - so much knowledge packed into that head - still reelin' that he picked me, if I'm bein' completely honest. Already sat down with him and he gave me some fantastic pointers to tighten up my ground game. Can't wait to put that into play in the ring this weekend."

“Just a second question from me, Lex: assuming you beat Caite Blackbird and reach the final, who are you expecting to face for the World Championship? Trixie or Lara Chambers?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

"Couldn't even begin to guess who I'll be facing. Complete toss-up here given that we really didn't get to see Trixie at her best. I know Lara has to want this just as much as I do. Will be thrilled to make it past Caite to face either one."

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“You're set to compete in your first official match here at Engage this Sunday against Van Quinn. How confident are you in a victory and why?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times


"I'm extremely confident, why wouldn't I be? Nobody else in this place has trained for years to be a specifically fine tuned athlete. They don't understand the work ethic I have, bro. I've been highly touted as one of the greatest athletes to ever grace college football, and it will be no different when I am done here at Engage." 


“We've seen recently that you've jumped to the defence of Trixie on social media against Voidstar. Why is that? What's the relationship between you and the blonde fighter?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.


"Trixie was the first person to reach out and welcome me to Engage, and I value that. I stay loyal to those who are loyal to me. Her and I have a lot in common and our relationship, even though it's none of your business Derek, is professional. We're good looking people, and today in this industry good looking people are targets. Targeted by freaks with paint on their face or targeted by people who just simply aren't as good as we are. So why don't you keep your fu- 

"What Van means is thank you for the question Mr. Baker"


“Nobody has seen or heard much of you since you signed to Engage. What's your big objective during your time here? Titles? Fun? What's on the cards for Van Quinn?. - Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

"I lay low Erica. My past is well known, I was kicked out of my college and off of my football team. So Coach Smith has me on a strict training regimen, and he's also not a big fan of twitter and told me that it's a toxic place. Whatever that means. I do hope that you and the rest of this roster do not take my silence for weakness. I used to do my speaking on the field, and will do the same here .... but like in a ring. My objective here is to be World Champion, nothing less than that is acceptable... and if there's a little time for partying then-

"Van will not be partying or partaking in anything that he used to in college. He's sworn to me that he will take this seriously, after all this is his last chance at athletic relevance. Thank you Erica"

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ENGAGE 2: ROUND TWO! FIGHT!: PRE-FIGHT PRESS CONFERENCE

QUESTIONS TO DICK DEVEREAUX

“Major congratulations over your victory last night, which - as we can see from the belt in front of you - led to you becoming the company's first ever Fusion X Champion. Fans were slightly surprised that the match wasn't as "hardcore" as it had perhaps been billed or hyped by either of you. Can you just talk us through why you chose to avoid being excessively hardcore?” – Owen Wells; The L.A Times

DICK DEVEREAUX:"There was no need to get overly violent and waste myself in the first match. That and the fact that Voidstar wouldn't get hardcore. I'd take a rusty knife and saw his head off if I could. Guess he couldn't hang."

"This week you're facing a newcomer in Georgia Mack, who has already spoken out about her chances against you. She tore you down quite severely, so much so that many are already talking about the fact that she's got you beaten. How do you respond to that and what can you do to combat all the advantages she talks about?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

DICK DEVEREAUX:"Watch my promo this week. I'll have every single answer you need. Let's just say, she doesn't really shake me. She's a blemish."

“Hypothetically speaking, if Georgia Mack were to defeat you this Sunday, would you be willing to grant her a second match with the Fusion X Championship on the line?” – Erica Bradley; L.A Independent.

DICK DEVEREAUX:"Doesn't matter cuz she can't and won't beat me. But if for some odd reason she does get a FLUKE OF A WIN over me this Sunday, I'd say she's stepped to the top of the list of my targets."

"Regardless of what happens this week, you've got a title defence next week against the winner of the Fatal 4-Way Cage Match between Voidstar, Keegan Ryan, Walter Hobbs and Christian Valentine. Care to weigh in on this fight? Who do you anticipate winning this match and becoming the new number one contender for your title?” – Derek Baker; Engage Wrestling [dot] com.

DICK DEVEREAUX:"This match makes me smile for one simple reason. It's a Fatal Four Way Cage Match! That means these three will beat the ever living hell out of eachother for a chance to face me the week after. They will tear eachother apart inside of a cage. Whoever walks away as the winner of this match will be weak. They will have one week to heal up and get ready for the match of their life. I will have an easy opponent come MY Fusion X defense. As for who I want to win.... Voidstar is the top of the list of course for the simple fact of him being a bitch and attacking me from behind. He's all butthurt because I beat him and got the strap. If he can't walk away with the win Keegan better. I've got some issues with him too. I wouldn't mind slapping him around and breaking his fuckin' face. We'll have to see who steps out of the cage and into MY war zone.