Pro wrestling 80s-style stops at Gonzales VFW
BY WENDY LOUP Contributing writer
Wrestling nostalgia from the 1980s under neon lights was the main event for Pro Wrestling 225’s VHS Wrestling event June 21 at VFW Post 3693 in Gonzales.
With Game 1 of the LSU-Coastal Carolina baseball championship series on televisions in the background, approximately 200 wrestling fans focused on the live wrestling action throughout the night.
The VHS wrestling event is one of many veterans’ programs fundraisers the post has hosted over the past couple of years
The post reached out to Pro Wrestling 225 in hopes of attracting wrestling fans looking for ‘80s nostalgia to Gonzales.
“The theme for this event is a throwback to our childhood,” VFW Post 3693 Auxiliary President Antoinette Nolen said. “Getting to
see a wrestling event in our local community is a special treat.”
VFW Post 3693 has hosted out-of-the-box fundraisers such as vendor pop-up events, comedy shows and cornhole tournaments.
“Our post has become very popular,” Nolen added. “It takes volunteers and many hours behind the scenes to plan these events. Our members and auxiliary make it happen.
Proceeds from events, such as the VHS Wrestling, benefit the post’s veterans’ programs.
Pro Wrestling 225 has worked with VFW Post 3693 in the past and teamed once again for the VHS Wrestling night.
“It’s been a good relationship with the VFW, and we love their hospitality,” Jordy Pujol, of Pro Wrestling 225, said.
The event replicated vintage ‘80s wrestling matches complete with ringside commentators, a heavy metal guitarist, and tag-team
competitions which featured vintage wrestling moves.
Pro Wrestling 225 has been consistently attracting fans through its YouTube Channel “PW225 Unleashed,” Pujol said.
PW225 Unleashed is a free YouTube channel featuring Pro Wrestling 225 matches, such as the VHS Wrestling event.
The VHS Wrestling concept has circulated through other wrestling promotions and found its way to Pro Wrestling 225.
Fans of VHS Wrestling traveled to Gonzales to get a live look at the action.
“We’ve always wanted to check out a VHS event,” Nic Benon, of New Orleans, said.
“We’re big fans of retro wrestling.”
Benon, 31, attended the event dressed as Mexican pro wrestler Pénta, along with Grand Isle resident Steven Ledet.
“We’ve heard about VHS Wrestling and we wanted to see it live and in-person,” Ledet
said.
Wrestlers performing included Chaz Spencer Adams, “Juice Man” Juice Jennings, the Killjoys tag team and the Da Russell Twins. Guitarist Hayden Kimball, of the band Voice of the Enemy, performed the national anthem.
One of the referees for the evening was crowd favorite George “Red Shoes” Strong. Upcoming events hosted by VFW Post 3693 are:
n Boogie Down the Bayou — July 13
n Salute the Troops concert, featuring the Bellamy Brothers — Aug. 10 n Veterans Charity Golf Tournament at Top Golf — Sept. 11 For more information about Pro Wrestling 225 visit www.facebook.com/prowrestling225. For information about upcoming events at VFW Post 3693, visit www.vfw3693.org.
The Da Russell Twins, Kameron Russell, left, and his brother, Allen, compete in a tag-team match.
Grand Isle resident Steven Ledet, left, and Nic Benon, of New Orleans, traveled to watch the VHS Wrestling in Gonzales. Benon dressed in costume as Mexican pro wrestler Pénta.
‘Juice Man’ Juice Jennings, right, celebrates knocking down Chaz Spencer Adams during Pro Wrestling 225’s VHS Wrestling event at VFW Post 3693 Some attendees dressed in ‘80s clothing and wigs.
A tag-team match feature the Killjoys and The Da Russell Twins.
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Dressed in an 1980s style track suit wrestler Chaz Spencer Adams greets the crowd during the VHS Wrestling event June 21 in Gonzales. The evening showcased an ‘80s nostalgia wrestling theme.
St. Amant Gator standout now leading own team
A former St. Amant Gator softball standout will be leading her own team with the promotion of Sophie Smith from assistant to head coach at nearby Assumption High School. Smith takes over for Hodge Thibodaux, who led the Mustangs to the finals in Division II non select this past spring. Smith was certainly a big part of their success and is very excited about becoming head coach.
“Assumption has talent and I want to put my handprint on the program and continue to build on the success we had. We lose some key players and some leadership, but I fully expect girls will step into leadership roles and bring their talent with them. We have some big shoes to fill with seven graduating and I am eager to see how amazing this team can do. I am confident they will put the work in for this program to continue its success”, said Smith.
Smith was an all-district and all metro player for coach Amy Pitre at St. Amant from 2017-2021. The Gators won three district championships and a state championship in 2019 while Smith was there. Pitre was very complimentary of Smith as a player “Sophie did everything I asked her to do to the best of her ability She played second base on the 2019 state championship team and then moved to catcher the next two years. She always knew her role and accepted it, consistently doing her best as a player and a teammate,” Pitre said. After graduating from St. Amant, Smith went on to play at Webber International University where she excelled and realized that she wanted to continue with the game of softball, but as a coach.
“I started coaching travel softball and will be starting my second year at the high school level. I am thankful that Assumption gave me an opportunity to continue coaching the sport I love,” Smith said. Smith knows the sacrifices and time it took for her to get to this point and wanted to make sure people know that she appreciated it.
“My parents have supported me through my softball journey and now support me as I have transitioned into coaching. They have sacrificed and I would not be in this position without their support. I have so many coaches and mentors that have helped mold me as a player and a coach. The top of the list is Coach Amy Pitre, my high school coach at St. Amant. She is an amazing coach and my mentor on this new journey My family and friends are so supportive and have helped me along my journey,” Smith said.
This former Gator plans to use what she has learned from her mentors and give young athletes the same opportunity she had. “I am looking forward to building this program from where we are and taking it where it needs to be,” Smith said.
Troy LeBoeuf can be reached at troyleboeuf@ hotmail.com or ascension @theadvocate.com.
MAY 29
WYATT, BAYLIN RAY: 45079
Butch Gore Road, St. Amant; 19; criminal trespass/all other illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities
LEMON, JENNIFER LYNN: 18165 Muddy Creek Road, Prairieville; 37; failure to appear-bench warrant
BARKER JR., MICKEY ALLEN: 15041 Sweet Pecan Ave., Prairieville; 19; probation violation parish, three counts failure to appear-bench warrant
MORRIS, MATTHEW CALVIN: 2623 S. Southwood Ave., Gonzales; 36; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, two counts failure to appear-bench warrant, theft less than $1,000
ROBENSON, BRE’AJAH AVERY’L: 39113 Honorable Oaks Ave Gonzales; 18; battery of a dating partner
JAMES, COURTNEY LACOUR: 1413 S. Pecan Grove Ave., Gonzales; 18; battery of a dating partner
MAY 30
GREEN, CANTRELLE INGRAM: 9313 Waterview Ave.; 47; prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, two counts theft less than $1,000
GADDIS, DAMARION DEWAYNE: 12055 La. 73, Geismar; 21; vehicle turning left at intersection, illegal possession of stolen things over $25,000
JOHNSON, DAVID MICHAEL: 10474 Acy Road 4, St. Amant; 25; violations of protective orders
MAY 31
BARGA, AARON JAMES: 1271 York Lane, Tray, Ohio; 27; reckless operation, driving on roadway laned for traffic, possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles, hit-and-run driving, aggravated obstruction of a highway of commerce, operating while intoxicated-third BERTUS, JEREMY SHANE: 37531 Southwood Ave., Prairieville; 49; illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities
STOKES, GREGORY ALAN: 13387 Bourgeois Road, Gonzales; 35; violations of protective orders, home invasion, battery of a dating partner-child endangerment
MCBRIDE, ALLENISHIA NICOLE: 109 Oakridge Ave., Donaldsonville; 19; disturbing the peace/ language/disorderly conduct, resisting an officer by violence, resistance, or opposition
JUNE 1
COCKERHAM, CAYDAN GREGORY: 37313 La. 74 No. 176, Geismar; 25; two counts failure to appear-bench warrant fugitive-other state jurisdiction, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
CLOUD, CALEB MATT: 115 Ivy Lane, Pineville; 37; disturbing the peace/drunkenness, simple battery, possession of firearm on premises of alcoholic beverage outlet JOSEPH, TRE’VIOUS L.: 528 E. Chuck Drive, Gonzales; 28; illegal carry of weapons-crime or controlled dangerous substance, distribution/possession with intent to distribute MDMA, distribution/possession with the Intent to distribute marijuana or synthetic cannabinoids HEBERT, MARCUS LOUIS: 44102 Stringer Bridge Road, St. Amant; 50; domestic abuse battery BAKER, KAYLA JERNAE’: 39496 Midland Drive, Gonzales; 20; two counts failure to appearbench warrant JUNE 2 COLE, KATELYN SERRIA: 1351 Maginnis St., Donaldsonville; 24; failure to appear-bench warrant, bicycles-front lamps/rear lamps/side/and rear reflectors JONES, KAYLA: 5613 Rattlesnake Springs Road, Fort Bliss, Texas; 33; theft of $5,000 but less than $25,000 MALOID, ALICIA RENEE: 5312 Jackson Ave., Baton Rouge; 37; tampering with surveillance, accounting/inventory/or monitoring systems, probation violation parish, theft of $1,000 but less than $5,000 JONES, CURTIS JERMAIN: 2001 Brill Road, No. G7, Mobile, Alabama; 31; disturbing the peace/ language/disorderly conduct, resisting an officer, urinating in public STANSBURY, RAVEN MICHELLE: 8032 S. Hendricks Drive, Baton Rouge; 26; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, Illegal transmission of monetary funds, theft less than $1,000 CHATMAN, DATHRONE VERNARD: 1325 Kane St., Zwolle; 46; failure to appear-bench warrant MALLOY, MICHAEL COLE: 2962 McIlhenny Drive, Baton Rouge; 32; violations of protective orders
JUNE 3
CHAMBERS JR., KEVIN: 12329 Highland Drive, Geismar; 25; illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities/weapons law violation, aggravated criminal damage to property, second degree murder/attempt CLARK, DANIEL JAMES: 2218 S. Amedee St., Gonzales; 24; surety, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, failure to appearbench warrant GLOVER JR., DIRK ANTHONY: 37313 La. 74, No. 140, Geismar; 28; simple battery of persons with infirmities, domestic abuse battery
FICKLIN JR., WILLIAM DARRYL: 19755 Feraci Road, Livingston; 35; surety, two counts failure to appear-bench warrant
ANSARDI, ASHLY ELIZABETH: 40454 Crossgate Place, Gonzales; 35; four counts failure to appear-bench warrant
WYATT, BAYLIN RAY: 45079
Butch Gore Road, St. Amant; 19; disturbing the peace/violent and tumultuous manner/disorderly conduct, reckless operation, cruelty to juveniles
HASTEN, HENRY L.: 12322 Dutchtown Lane, No. 4, Geismar; 49; aggravated criminal damage to property, aggravated assault, disturbing the peace/simple assault, possession of firearm by person convicted of certain felonies, illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities/ aggravated assault, second degree murder/attempt
JUNE 4
RODRIGUE, DWAYNE A.: 402
Bunn St., Donaldsonville; 49; two counts failure to appearbench warrant, no motor vehicle insurance, distribution/ possession with the intent to distribute marijuana or synthetic cannabinoids, simple obstruction of a highway of commerce
HODGES, SHAWN DANIEL: 13459
Crawford Road, Gonzales; 37; violations of protective orders
BATES, DONNELL: 421 S. Sammy St., Gonzales; 36; criminal trespass/trespassing of real property
MORRIS, VINCE ANTHONY: 41237 Zeola Lane, Gonzales; 38; failure to appear-bench warrant, resisting an Officer
BALLANCE, DAVID GENE: 14866
Cajun Paradise Road, Paradise; 46; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, theft of less than $1,000, illegal possession of stolen things $1,000 to $5,000
VAUGHN III, CELESTAN: 301 Claiborne St., Donaldsonville; 37; resisting an officer, prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine), failure to appear-bench warrant
ALEXANDER, QUAYSHAUN
JOSEPH: 2012 S. Ringer Ave Gonzales; 33; state probation violation, simple criminal damage to property less than $1,000, disturbing the peace/violent and tumultuous manner/disorderly conduct, violations of protective orders, hit-and-run driving, stop signs and yield signs, maximum speed limit, illegal possession of stolen things
$5,000 to $25,000, flight from an officer-aggravated, criminal trespass/trespassing of real property, battery of a dating partner, criminal trespass/trespassing of real property, theft of a motor vehicle $5,000 to $25,000, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, failure to appearbench warrant, possession of marijuana more than 14 grams, resisting an officer, simple battery, disturbing the peace/violent and tumultuous manner/ disorderly conduct, entry on or remaining in places or on land after being forbidden
LEWIS, KEIRA MONIQUE: 6610 La. 74, No. 101, St, Gabriel; 20; two counts failure to appearbench warrant
JUNE 5
KIRKEY, CHARLES RAY: 12409
Cambridge Blvd., Ocean Springs, Mississippi; 36; possession of marijuana more than 14 grams, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine)
MCDANIEL, JESSICA MARIE: 9001
Marina Ave., Ocean Springs, Mississippi; 39; registrationcommercial vehicles/expired plate, evidence of motor vehicle liability security contained in vehicle, possession of marijuana more than 14 grams, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine), BASSETT, DOMINIQUE SHUNQUILL: 1227 S. Stacy Ave Gonzales; 34; parole violation, disturbing the peace/simple assault, aggravated criminal damage to property, possession of firearm by person convicted of certain felonies, illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities, second degree murder/attempt
LAWLESS, DANIEL RAY: 18000 La. 16, Port Vincent; 47; violations of protective orders
MILLIEN JR., JOSEPH REMUS: 2216 S. Ringer Ave., Gonzales; 56; failure to appear-bench warrant, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
JAMES, TIMOTHY PAUL: 6360 Nesting Drive, Gonzales; 37; State probation violation, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
ARDOIN, KYLE: 40143 Autumn Breeze Ave., Prairieville; 18; two counts pornography involving juveniles WARNER, ALDEN RAY: 16430 Keystone Blvd., Prairieville; 18; failure to appear-bench warrant, unlawful disruption of the operation of a healthcare facility, flight from an officer
SCHENK, PATRICIA ANN: 2320
Commercial Drive, Port Allen; 62; theft of a motor vehicle
$5,000 to $25,000
JENKINS, MICHAEL HEATH: 9298 La. 22, St. Amant; 51; probation violation, failure to appearbench warrant
JUNE 6
GOMEZ, JIMMY ANDREW: 795 Elliston Drive, No. 128B, Gonzales; 28; theft $1,000 but less than
$5,000
MELANCON, HEIDI LYNN: 14490
My Happiness Lane, Denham Springs; 45; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
GOSA, THERESE MICHELLE: 17 S Gonzales, Gonzales; 23; domestic abuse battery
ALBERT, BAILEY ALEXANDRA: 163 Woodside Drive, Mandeville; 20; accessories after the fact
COLEMAN, JAZLYNN FELLONISE: 40427 Fox Run Drive, Gonzales; 22; simple criminal damage to property less than $1,000, aggravated second degree battery
JUNE 7
BELL, BRAD: 10306 Ernest Bell Road, Gonzales; 49; fugitiveother Louisiana jurisdiction
JACOBS, DONALD RAY: 5331 Underwood Ave., Baton Rouge; 27; fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
BUECHE, KALEB MATTHEW: 43339 Shirley Cannon Road, Gonzales; 21; domestic abuse battery-serious bodily injury battery of emergency room personnel or a healthcare provider
MEDINA, JOSE: 2118 Johnston Station Road, Summit, Mississippi; 40; hold for other agency unlawful refusal to submit to chemical test-prior offenses, driver must be licensed, driving on roadway laned for traffic, operating a vehicle while intoxicated-first
JUNE 8
PEREZ, SANTOS: 7969 St. Louis St., Houston, Texas; 44; possession of alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles, careless operation, operating while intoxicated-second
FLORES, EDSON: 7001 Lawrence Road, New Orleans; 34; fugitiveother state jurisdiction, fugitiveother Louisiana jurisdiction
BRAUD JR., DARREN: 8147 Mount Calvary St., St. James; 20; disturbing the peace/drunkenness
PARKER, CARDARIUS DAQUAN: 114 Sylve Drive, Hammond; 28; battery of a dating partner, failure to appear-bench warrant
BURBANK, DARRIUS ANTHONY: 7127 Moran Road, Gonzales; 37; two counts failure to appearbench warrant
DODD, GAGE CHRISTOPHER: 419 S. Sammy St., Gonzales; 21; parole violation, possession of heroin, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction
WILSON, RAFFINEE NICHOLE: 132 Palm Drive, Donaldsonville; 38; operating vehicle while license is suspended, registrationcommercial vehicles/expired plate, fugitive-other Louisiana jurisdiction, three counts failure to appear-bench warrant
JUNE
9
ROJAS, MARIO: 2228 S. Burnside Ave,. Apt. 245, Gonzales; 65; operating while intoxicatedsecond WEAMS, JARVIS RONTAE: 39062 West Lane, Prairieville; 31; two counts failure to appear-bench warrant, distribution/possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled danger-
ous substance, possession of firearm by person convicted of certain felonies, illegal carry of weapons-crime or controlled dangerous substance, possession of a Schedule I controlled dangerous substance, prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, possession of heroin, distribution/possession with intent to distribute Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine)
ADDISON, REGINALD JARMAINE: 1003 Commerce Ave., Bastrop; 52; failure to appear-bench warrant, probation violation
TRAVIS, THOMMISHA
WAYNECHE: 8417 Dennis St., St. James; 27; failure to appearbench warrant
MELIET, BRENT MICHAEL: 10569 Buddy Gore Road, Gonzales; 31; careless operation, no seat belt, vehicular negligent injuring, operating while intoxicated-first
JOHNSON, JAKIRYN: 280 W. First St., Edgard; 19; assault by driveby shooting, aggravated criminal damage to property, illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities, first degree murder, first degree murder/ attempt
CASSO, CORI CLAYTON: 39306 Camp Drive, Prairieville; 48; disturbing the peace/language/ disorderly conduct, criminal trespass/trespassing of real property
FABRE, AUSTIN: 18605 Lake Harbor Lane, Prairieville; 17; simple burglary, simple criminal damage to property less than $1,000, criminal conspiracy, simple battery, theft less than $1,000
JUNE 10
DAVIS, WILLIAM GARRETT: 42247 La. 931, Gonzales; 32; illegal possession of stolen things less than $1,000
MARTIN, HAYLEE E.: 12488 Laurel Ridge Road, St. Amant; 33; failure to appear-bench warrant
MALDONADO-TORRES, JOSUE
JOEL: 39036 Holly Hill Drive, Gonzales; 22; aggravated obstruction of a highway of commerce, expired motor vehicle inspection, driver must be licensed, general speed law, driving on roadway laned for traffic, stop signs and yield signs, trafficcontrol signals, reckless operation, aggravated flight from an officer
WHEATLEY, JAMOND: 38340 Barbados Drive, Gonzales; 27; fugitive-other state jurisdiction
DOZERT, BO BRANDON: 18635 Blythe Road, Prairieville; 35; failure to appear-bench warrant
LANE, LUTERRA RESHAE: 31080 Linder Road, Denham Spring; 43; aggravated battery
PLAUCHE, MICHAEL PRESTON: 11620 Baylor Drive, Baton Rouge; 44; operating vehicle while license is suspended, two counts fugitive-other Louisiana
jurisdiction, illegal possession of stolen things over $25,000
HINDS, CHRISTINA: 10023 Santa Monica Drive, Baton Rouge; 34; possession of a Schedule IV controlled dangerous substance (clonazepam), prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia HOOD, KENNETH: 800 Catalpa St., Donaldsonville; 69; probation violation
BOURQUE, JORDAN: 234 E. Chuck St., Gonzales; 19; pornography involving juveniles
MOCLAIRE, CORY MICHAEL: 169 Beverly Drive, Baton Rouge; 42; aggravated obstruction of a highway of commerce, operating while intoxicated-first
JUNE 11
FAVORITE, WODREYAN ANGELLE: 17232 Old Jefferson Highway, Prairieville; 32; entry on or remaining in places or on land after being forbidden, theft less than $1,000
WATSON, MICHAEL: 18014 Autumn View Drive, Prairieville; 41; prohibited acts-drug paraphernalia, possession of Schedule II controlled dangerous substance (methamphetamine) WARD, RAKEEM: 38323 Cedar St., Gonzales; 24; failure to appearbench warrant
MATEO-SANCHEZ, SANTIAGO: 18338 Donna St., Prairieville; 20; two counts pornography involving juveniles OCTAVE, KAVIS JAMEL: 1901 W Worthey Road, Gonzales; 17; assault by drive-by shooting, aggravated criminal damage to property, illegal use of weapons or dangerous instrumentalities, first
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