AWF Warriors of Wrestling Nov. 9, 1994 on TNN!
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American Wrestling Federation Warriors of Wrestling on TNN
Taped on November 4, 1994 | Aired on November 9, 1994 at 8:00 PM
Taped Live from Disney/MGM Studios, Orlando, Florida
Hosted by Chris Cruise, Scott Hudson, and Steve McMichael
Interviews by Lee Marshall
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Opening Video Package
The show kicks off with a high-energy video showcasing the top stars of the AWF. Highlights of the Ultimate Warrior wearing the World Heavyweight Championship and charging into battle, Jeff Jarrett holding the American Heavyweight Championship, and Terry Funk trading punches with The Blacktop Bully flash across the screen. The video transitions to The Nasty Boys clubbering Timothy Well in the corner, and ends with a close-up of the AWF logo as pyrotechnics light up the Disney/MGM Studios backdrop.
Commentary Team Introduces the Show
The camera sweeps across the excited crowd at Disney/MGM Studios. Chris Cruise, Scott Hudson, and Steve McMichael sit at ringside.
Chris Cruise: “Welcome, wrestling fans, to another electric night of the American Wrestling Federation, coming to you live from the vibrant Disney/MGM Studios in Orlando, Florida!”
Scott Hudson: “Tonight, we have a lineup packed with excitement, and we’re welcoming a special guest who has just signed with the AWF—Tito Santana, sitting right at ringside!”
Steve McMichael: “You know that spells trouble for the bad guys, baby! Tito Santana isn’t just a guest; he’s here to make waves.”
Opening Match: Marcus Alexander Bagwell & Freedom Fighters vs. Buddy Landell & Well Dunn (w/ Harvey Wippleman)
Bagwell and The Freedom Fighters, The Patriot and The Eagle, make their entrance to loud cheers, rallying the crowd!!!!! Buddy Landell steps into the ring next in a glittering robe, while Well Dunn, Steven Well and Timothy Dunn, along with manager Harvey Wippleman flank him with smirks. Landell grabs a microphone before the bell rings, standing in the center of the ring as the audience showers him with boos.
Chris Cruise: “Uh-oh, looks like Buddy Landell has something to say. This could only mean one thing—trouble.”
Scott Hudson: “And probably a few thinly veiled jabs we’re all familiar with
Buddy Landell: “Orlando, listen up, because you’re about to witness greatness. I am the one, the only, true Nature Boy in professional wrestling!” He pauses, smirking as the crowd boos loudly. “Oh, I see some of you don’t like hearing that. Maybe you’re thinking of someone else—someone who used to walk that aisle in fancy robes, talking about jets and limousines.”
Landell chuckles, brushing off the crowd’s reaction with a wave of his hand.
Landell: “But let me tell you something: while others are off living on memories and coasting on their past, I’m here, in this ring, proving week after week that there’s only one Nature Boy worth talking about. And he’s standing right here.” Landell runs a hand through his hair and flexes his arms, showing off with a smirk.
The audience’s jeers grow louder as Landell raises an eyebrow.
Landell: “Now, before we get started, I want all you Orlando simpletons to sit down and shut up so you can appreciate what a true Nature Boy looks like in action.”
Landell strikes a pose in the center of the ring, drawing out the moment as the crowd’s disapproval reaches a fever pitch.
Steve McMichael: “This guy’s got an ego bigger than Disney World, but he sure knows how to rile up a crowd.”
Chris Cruise: “Love him or hate him, Buddy Landell is here to make a statement. Let’s see if he can back it up against Bagwell and the Freedom Fighters.”
Landell tosses the microphone to Wippleman with a smirk, ready to start the match.
Match Highlights:
-Bagwell kicks things off with fast-paced dropkicks, igniting the crowd.
Scott Hudson: “Bagwell’s showing Landell that the true stars are those who put in the work!”
-Landell retaliates with sharp chops and an arrogant strut around the ring, glancing mockingly at the crowd.
Steve McMichael: “He’s playing mind games, and he’s good at it.”
-The Freedom Fighters tags in and executes double-team moves on Well Dunn, ultimately hitting their signature Patriot Missile for the win.
Post-match, Wippleman yells at Landell and his team as they retreat up the ramp, frustration visible on their faces.
Chris Cruise: “Bagwell and The Freedom Fighters take the win, but I don’t think we’ve seen the last of Buddy Landell’s boasts.”
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Commercial Break
“Up next, Lee Marshall interviews AWF’s newest signee, Tito Santana. Don’t go anywhere!”
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Ringside Interview: Lee Marshall Talks to Tito Santana
Lee Marshall approaches Tito Santana, who’s seated ringside with a confident smile. The fans cheer as Marshall raises the mic.
Marshall: “Tito, welcome to the AWF! What does it mean to be here in front of this incredible crowd?”
Tito Santana: “Gracias, Lee! It feels amazing to be here in the AWF, and I’m ready to bring everything I’ve got to this great roster. But I’m not just here for myself—I’m here as an ally to men like Terry Funk. We’ve fought side by side before, and tonight, if he needs me, I’m here to stand with him. ARRIBA!!!!!!!”
Chris Cruise: “That’s a strong statement from Santana, showing that his loyalty is already making waves here in the AWF.”
The camera catches Funk watching from backstage, nodding as Santana’s words reach him.
Match 2: Van Hammer vs. Jack Victory
Van Hammer enters, guitar in hand, riling up the crowd. Jack Victory smirks as he waits in the ring.
Match Highlights:
-Hammer starts with powerful shoulder tackles and a suplex.
Scott Hudson: “Hammer’s using that strength to wear down Victory early.”
-During the match, Disco Inferno appears walking around ringside, and trying to dance.
Steve McMichael:”What is this goof doing out here?”
-Disco’s antics distract Van Hammer long enough for Victory to fight back with a thumb to the eye, followed by a snap DDT for a near fall. Cruise: “A dirty move, but effective!”
-Hammer counters with a backbreaker and finishes with his Hammer Rocks double sledge for the win.
After the match, Disco Inferno slides into the ring, dancing to Hammer’s music with exaggerated moves.
Disco Inferno: “This music is an embarrassment! Let me show you how a true performer does it!”
Hammer charges, and Disco scampers out of the ring
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Commercial Break
“Coming up next, The Ultimate Warrior speaks, only on TNN!”
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Vignette: Sgt. Craig “Pitbull” Pittman is Coming to the AWF
The screen fades from black to a gritty, military-style setting. The sound of marching boots, barking drill sergeants, and the clang of training equipment fills the air. The camera pans over a training camp in the middle of a desolate field, where soldiers are running through obstacle courses and crawling through the mud.
The camera zeroes in on a muscular figure standing at attention, his face intense and battle-worn. This is Sgt. Craig “Pitbull” Pittman, decked out in full military fatigues, his face smeared with camo paint.Pittman grabs a sparring partner and seamlessly locks in a vicious armbar, his expression fierce as his training partner taps out in seconds.
Sgt. Pittman (voiceover during the sparring): “In my world, you either survive, or you’re left in the dust. In the AWF, there’s no room for weakness. Anyone who steps in my way is gonna find out just what it means to go head-to-head with the Pitbull.”
The screen fades to black with the words “Sgt. Craig ‘Pitbull’ Pittman — Coming Soon to the AWF” in bold, military-style lettering, as a final, intense drumbeat echoes.
In-Ring Promo: The Ultimate Warrior and Jimmy Hart
Lee Marshall stands in the center of the ring, microphone in hand. Suddenly, The Ultimate Warrior’s music hits, and the crowd erupts as the AWF World Champion charges down the ramp, energy bursting from every fiber of his being. Jimmy Hart follows closely, megaphone in hand, cheering his champion on.
Warrior storms into the ring, gripping the AWF World Championship belt tightly as he raises it high above his head, letting out a primal roar that electrifies the entire arena. Hart stands beside him, as the crowd chants, “Warrior! Warrior!”
Lee Marshall: “Ultimate Warrior, Jimmy Hart—it’s a privilege to have the AWF World Champion with us here tonight! Warrior, you’ve taken on every challenge, and you wear that title with pride. What does it mean to you to stand here, as champion of the AWF?”
Warrior brings the microphone to his mouth, breathing heavily, his intense gaze scanning the crowd as he begins to speak.
Ultimate Warrior: “The weight of this championship is the weight of a thousand battles! It represents the power of those who have fought before me, the energy of those who stand beside me, and the will of every Warrior who stands here tonight!”
The crowd erupts as Warrior continues, gripping the title with both hands and raising it to the sky.
Ultimate Warrior: “This title does not just belong to me—it belongs to every single fan, every single voice that roars with me! It is powered by the spirit of the Warriors past, who look down from the sky and chant alongside us, calling me to battle, calling me to victory! I am the AWF World Champion, and with this power comes a responsibility—a responsibility to stand here, night after night, and face any challenger who dares to step into my path! From the strongest giants to the craftiest minds, they will all feel the might of the Ultimate Warrior!”
Jimmy Hart: “That’s right, baby! There isn’t a force in this world or any other that can stop the Ultimate Warrior! He’s the pride of the AWF and the heart of every single fan out there! The Warrior’s ready to take on anybody, anywhere, anytime!”
Warrior turns to Jimmy Hart and nods, then looks out over the crowd with a fiery intensity in his eyes.
Ultimate Warrior: “I am powered by you—the fans who scream and chant, the voices that echo across the universe! Together, we are an unstoppable force, and this championship is the symbol of our unity, of our strength! To all who would try to take this from me… step forward, if you dare! Because when you face the Warrior, you face not just a man, but an army, fueled by the spirit of the past and the strength of the present!”
The crowd explodes in cheers, chanting “Warrior! Warrior!” as he raises the title high again, his face alive with passion and intensity.
Lee Marshall: “There you have it, folks—the AWF World Champion, the Ultimate Warrior! Ready to defend this title against any and all comers!”
Jimmy Hart: “That’s right, baby! And to the man who is stepping in the ring with the Warrior next week here on TNN, King Kong Bundy—you better be ready for the ride of your life baby, because the Ultimate Warrior’s here to stay! And next week, you are going to feel the power of the Ultimate Warrior baby!!!!”
The camera zooms in on Warrior’s face as he raises the title one last time, suddenly the lights flicker ominously as James Vandenburg appears at the top of the ramp, a sinister smile on his face.
Vandenburg:“Warrior, you may roar, but the stars have spoken. You want a challenge, you say you will face anyone, well Warrior, The Zodiac is coming, and with it, your reckoning. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA”
A deep, eerie voice echoes throughout the arena
Zodiac’s Voice: “Prepare, Warrior, for your time is up. Soon you will be visited by my 3 messengers, my 3 Harbingers of Doom Prepare, Warrior, PREPARE FOR YOU ULTIMATE DOOM!!!!!! HAHHAHHAHAHAAHA”
The lights return as Vandenburg cackles, Warrior glares Vandenburg, looking tense and ready for a fight while Jimmy Hart looks visibly shaken.
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Commercial Break
“Next up: a look back at the Halloween Night attack on The Nasty Boys and the shocking debut of The Gangstas!”
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Footage from Halloween Night – The Nasty Boys vs. “Gentleman” Chris Adams & Sir William Dundee
The screen shows highlights from Halloween Night, featuring The Nasty Boys defending their World Tag Titles against Adams & Dundee. Several clips are shown of the match, it is fast paced and shows both teams using double team moves. Several nearfalls are shown. Knobbs delivers a flying clothesline, and Saggs follows up with a powerslam on Dundee for the victory.
Scott Hudson: “A well-earned win for the champions, but this is where it took a dark turn.”
Suddenly, two men burst from the crowd and attack the champions—The Gangstas. The footage shows New Jack and Mustafa Saed pummeling Knobbs and Saggs with ruthless efficiency until security rushes in. The video ends with The Gangstas being handcuffed and escorted out as fans jeer.
Chris Cruise: “At the time, we didn’t know who these men were, but tonight we do.”
Promo: The Gangstas and Clarence Mason
The camera cuts to Clarence Mason standing between New Jack and Mustafa Saed, who look ready for war.
Clarence Mason: “My name is Clarence Mason,I represent and am the attorney on record for the two men before you, New Jack and Mustafa Saed, known collectively as the Gangstas. What you saw on Halloween was a taste of what The Gangstas are here to bring. My clients were arrested and charged, but I found a way to get them out. And not just that—I secured them AWF contracts. Now, The Nasty Boys will learn that their days as champions are numbered.”
New Jack: “Nasty Boys, we’re not here to play by your rules or fight fair. We’re here to take those belts by any means necessary.It’s time for you lily white crackers to get cracked up!!!”
Mustafa Saed: “GET READY CAUSE IT GOIN DOWN, MUAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.”
Mason smiles as the camera fades.
Promo: The Nasty Boys Responds
We then cut backstage, where Brian Knobbs and Jerry Saggs stand with their World Tag Team Titles.
Brian Knobbs: “Gangstas, you think jumping us from behind proves something? It only proves you’re scared. YOU WANT TO GET NASTY BABY!!! We’re ready to get Nasty anytime, anywhere.”
Jerry Saggs: “You want a fight? You’ll get one. This time, it’ll be face to face.”
Knobbs: “Bring your best, because next time we see you we are taking you to Nastyville!!!!.”
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COMMERCIAL BREAK
”Stay tuned, the American Heavyweight Championship is on the line, next!!! Here on TNN!!!!”
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Main Event: Jeff Jarrett (American Heavyweight Champion) w/Col. Robert Parker vs. Terry Funk
Jeff Jarrett enters, holding the American Heavyweight Championship high, flanked by Col. Robert Parker, Mr. Hughes, and Blacktop Bully.
Scott Hudson: “Anyone who thought Jarrett would show up without back-up is mistaken, wherever one member of the Studd Stable goes it seems they all go!
Terry Funk walks out to a roaring ovation, ready for the fight. He stops for a second and shakes Tito Santana’s hand at ringside before sliding into the ring.
Chris Cruise: “This match is the kind of action you can only find here in the AWF, Funk versus Jarrett—what a showdown.”
Match Highlights:
-Funk opens with aggressive punches and a piledriver for a near fall.
Steve McMichael: “Funk’s bringing the fight like only he can!”
-Jarrett counters with an eye rake and a swinging neckbreaker, taking control.
Scott Hudson: “Jarrett’s showing why he’s champion—dirty tricks and all.”
-Funk rallies with a DDT, signaling for the spinning toe hold when Blacktop Bully interferes, causing a DQ.
The Studd Stable storms the ring, pummeling Funk. Suddenly, Tito Santana jumps the guardrail, diving into the fray to even the odds. Jeff Jarrett bails out of the ring, leaving the fighting to Hughes and Bully. The crowd erupts as Santana and Funk fight off the stable, Santana hits the Flying Burrito on Bully sending him spilling out of the ring, Jarrett and his entourage regroup and head to the locker room.
Chris Cruise: “This are getting wild here on TNN!!!
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Commercial Break
“Things are heating up here on TNN!!”
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Closing Segment: Funk and Santana’s Challenge
Lee Marshall enters the ring as Funk and Santana catch their breath, surrounded by cheering fans.
Marshall: “Tito, Terry, that was chaos. What do you have to say?”
Funk: “Jarrett, Parker, you brought your thugs, but we’re still standing. Next week, you pick any two, and we’ll show you what true fighting men can do.”
Santana: “This isn’t over. Bring whoever you want, because we’re ready. ARRIBA!!!!!”
Marshall: “There you have it folks, a challenge from Terry Funk and Tito Santana for the Studd Stable!! Will they answer? You will have to tune in next week to find out!!! For Chris Cruise, Scott Hudson and Mongo, I’m Lee Marshall, we will see you next week!!!”
The show fades to black as the crowd chants for Santana and Funk
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