Over $20,000 raised to support civil rights organizations!
DEFY partnered with PRO WRESTLING CARES & WEST COAST PRO WRESTLING and with your help raised over $20,000 for the Civil Rights organizations; Black Lives Matter Global Network, Know Your Rights Camp, Fair Fight Action, and National Bail Out. As we shift our focus to long-term action stay informed by following us on social media.
DEFY partnered with PRO WRESTLING CARES & WEST COAST PRO WRESTLING and with your help raised over $20,000 for the Civil Rights organizations; Black Lives Matter Global Network, Know Your Rights Camp, Fair Fight Action, and National Bail Out. As we shift our focus to long-term action stay informed by following us on social media.
Big thanks to Jorel and Scott for having us along to help and THANK YOU for the support.
2020 Summer Events Canceled
It's with a heavy heart that we announce that while our community continues the fight against COVID we will be canceling all of our shows this Summer.
It's with a heavy heart that we announce that while our community continues the fight against COVID we will be canceling all of our shows this Summer.
June 26th's DEFYANT ONES event will move to the FALL 2020, Saturday, September 26th, and tickets will be transferred to this new date, with refunds available for those in need. It will remain ALL AGES and at WA HALL.
July 30 in LA, July 31st in Seattle, August 1st in Seattle, and August 2nd in Portland will be fully refunded to ticket buyers in the next 7 days. YOU DO NOT NEED TO DO ANYTHING
We’re canceling the tour rather than postponing it because we realize that at this time, money’s tight for lots of people and you probably need the cash; we don’t believe that it’s fair to hold onto your money when we can’t offer you a replacement date in good faith that it will be able to go ahead as planned.
This is, of course, is crushing for so many. For the crew, wrestlers, vendors, and partners. How you can help is allowing us to transfer your June ticket to September and keep watching our social media for a really fun online event we are planning to support the DEFY community.
For questions contact us at defy@defywrestling.com
We thank you and miss you, DEFYANCE.
Jim, Matt and Annie
Events postponed until June, launching new platform
DEFY Wrestling will suspend promoting live events for the months of March, April and May, to help battle the spread of COVID-19 and comply with governmental health and event requirements.
For immediate release
DEFY Wrestling will suspend promoting live events for the months of March, April and May, to help battle the spread of COVID-19 and comply with governmental health and event requirements.
As a part of this shift, previously announced Washington Hall shows will be postponed to later dates.
• THE DEFYANT ONES moves to Friday, June 26, 2020 at Washington Hall
• FIRE FROM THE SKY moves to Friday, Sept 25, 2020 at Washington Hall
Current ticket holders to our previously scheduled April 17th event will be transferred to THE DEFYANT ONES on June 26th at Washington Hall. The show will remain ALL AGES. Ticket sales resume on Friday, April 24th (Card Subject To Change). We encourage you to hold on to those tickets! For questions or refund information contact us directly at defy@defywrestling.com
FIRE FROM THE SKY moves to SEPTEMBER 25th at Washington Hall and features THE GREAT SASUKE it will be 21+. Ticket on-sale date TBA
HOW YOU CAN HELP DEFY SURVIVE GOING DARK
In this toughest of times, every live event company is on a razor’s edge, including DEFY. With small profit margins and costly expenses, DEFY puts everything they can into each show, such as, DEFY relies on the consistent support of their community to remain a thriving business.
DEFY needs your help. We want to stick around for the long run but please ask you to consider helping us in the following ways:
Allow us to keep your purchased tickets in our system by having them transfer to the new date. This allows us some stability while not generating any new sales.
Subscribe to our new Patreon subscription service DROPKICK by DEFY. As a patron, we will be offering exclusive pre-sale codes for the very first time as well as new content and perks. This new platform will launch in April and will allow us to keep connected as the DEFYANCE during the pandemic and beyond.
Subscribe to DEFYonDEMAND.com and relive DEFY events. With commentary by Rich Bocchini, incredibly well-produced visuals, and backstage interviews and segments, experience DEFYonDEMAND.com
Check out our new selection of merch at DEFYwrestling.com/store including a new Champion branded DEFY1 commemorative t-shirt, THE REAVERS zip-up hoodie, DEFY International dad-hat and much more!
Thank you for your patience as we shift plans to accommodate the safety and health of our city and region and keep DEFY around. We have the deepest of gratitude for all of your doing your part to battle this pandemic and who continue to support local small businesses.
Jim Perry | Founder | DEFY Wrestling
Updated: "EL P is acting like a little punk." Artemis Spencer on declining EL P's challenge
EL P crashed DEFANCE FOREVER | West Smith
"He's almost like a little brother to me, ya know? And, right now, I think he's acting like a little punk."
- Artemis Spencer on El P
Last month in Tacoma, the capacity crowd had their fill of shocking moments during DEFYANCE FOREVER. Not least of which was the stunning DEFY Championship match, which saw Schaff dethrone reigning kingpin and indie stand-out Artemis Spencer.
During his time as DEFY Champ, Artie represented DEFY around the world, defending his title a crushing 10 times and by this Fall will have competed in some of the most prestigious tournaments in all of Wrestling, Progress' Super Strong Style 16, the DEFY SUPER 8XGP (which he won), and PWG's BOLA.
The 2019 SUPER 8XGP Semi-Final victory over Matt Cross | West Smith
During his reign in DEFY, Artemis' rising star hadn't gone unnoticed, and earlier in the card, on the very same night as his defeat, the Temple Theatre was granted witness to a run-in, mugging (of Jordan Oasis and Kevin Cook during their match) and open challenge by Bullet Club stand-out and fellow Canadian, Artie's old friend...El Phantasmo.
EL P challenges Artemis Spencer to a match in DEFY after trashing Tacoma | West Smith
The Masked Dudes Of Doom | 2008
"We literally grew up together, Riley (El P) and me, I mean I kinda even used to pick on him...I even got him into Wrestling, and it just so happens he has become one of the best, one of the best in the world, but I see the stuff he's tweeting and how he's acting out and I don't like it at all. It's not okay."
- Artemis Spencer
ECCW Clash of The Titans | 2015
In 2017, paths diverged. Artemis, suffered a debilitating workplace injury when his foot was crushed by heavy machinery, leaving him on the injured list and convincing him at the time he'd never return to Wrestling again. While El P, frustrated by lack of opportunity and restless, broke out of the Canadian scene to start a new life in the UK, wrestling extensively for companies like Progress, and Rev Pro, he'd find success and big matches quick to come.
Just about two years later, Artemis is one of North America's biggest stars and DEFY Champion, El P attracts attention from the brass of NJPW and becomes one of Wrestling's brightest stars and controversial personality. Then enter DEFYANCE FOREVER, where their paths converge once again as El P comes home to the Northwest with a significant chip on his shoulder. Looking for showcase matches to cement his belief he's the best in the Northwest. Aiming first for his old friend Artemis Spencer.
"When he challenged me, I thought, that's just not right. You don't run into a company (DEFY) that's like my home, attack a couple of young Wrestlers while they're getting their showcase moment on a big show, and then tell me what to do, to challenge me. He's totally forgotten where he's come from and he's forgotten who he's talking to. I don't accept his challenge. Win a match in DEFY first then talk to me. El P, I don't accept your challenge." - Artemis Spencer
Despite the unknowns accompanied by El P's eventual return to the Northwest, former champion Artemis Spencer, will not be facing him at DOOMSAYER on September 27th in Seattle. He will instead take a short break from competition in DEFY after BOLA to rest and heal after completing a stunning DEFY record of 15 wins 2 losses.
UPDATED Sept. 18, 2019
Announced via Twitter; EL P is no longer accepting any match at DOOMSAYER and has dropped the booking completely.
Introducing Travel benefits for DEFY fans
Traveling to DEFY Wrestling™? Let us help you save some money while enjoying the best in the Northwest! From exclusive hotel offers, and dining discounts to city guides (coming soon) you can save while having it all with our new TRAVEL page. Plan your DEFY experience around great perks offered in Seattle, Portland and Tacoma!
For July 26 and 27’s SUPER 8XGP, we recommend checking into our preferred place of stay Hotel Max. Located near Pike Place, Space Needle, and Seattle Art Museum, Hotel Max in downtown Seattle is an exciting home away from home for art & music lovers. For stays during DEFY weekends fans now get 15% off - just use the exclusive link below!
DEFY brings NJPW and the Super J-Cup to Tacoma on 8/22!
The SUPER J-CUP is ALIVE as DEFY brings New Japan to the Northwest for the very first time!
As reported by Wrestling Observer
NJPW is bringing the Super J-Cup to the United States.
At NJPW's post-Dominion press conference, it was announced that the Super J-Cup is returning and will be held across three shows in the West Coast of the United States this August. This will be the first Super J-Cup tournament since 2016.
The first round will be held at the Temple Theater in Tacoma, Washington on Thursday, August 22. The second round will then take place at the San Francisco State University Student Life Event Center in San Francisco, California on Saturday, August 24, and the tournament will conclude with the semifinals and finals taking place at Walter Pyramid in Long Beach, California on Sunday, August 25.
Tickets for all three shows will go on sale on Monday, June 24 at noon Pacific time.
Participants for the Super J-Cup have yet to be announced, but it will be a 16-wrestler tournament and will feature entrants from NJPW, ROH, CMLL, and other promotions.
Jushin Thunder Liger was announced as the producer of this year's Super J-Cup.
Strickland looks to make WWE NXT "SWERVE'S HOUSE"
The cat is finally out of the bag and former long reigning DEFY World Champion Shane Strickland has joined WWE NXT.
News broke today via WWE social channels. Strickland is in good company. Entering a class with former NJPW stand-out KUSHIDA and Lucha Libre stalwart Garza.
Shane Strickland ended out his DEFY run at the recent DEFY Dragon Spirit. Earning his first career loss to Darby Allin. Strickland will always be remembered as cornerstone of DEFY and the someone who helped launch the brand. DEFY wishes SWERVE all the best in cementing his name as one of Wrestling’s best. WHOSE HOUSE?
DEFY launches new series - DEFY RIOT
Tickets go on sale today for DEFY RIOT, DEFY’s return to Tacoma for an ALL AGES event at the legendary concert venue JAZZBONES and here are some things you should know…
CONCERT STYLE: RIOT will be presented like a concert, whereas GA standing room on the main floor, next to the ring, will have no seats. Premium seating is available at JAZZBONES for those +21
RIOT IS A NEW SERIES: What some may not know is RIOT is more than a one off engagement. RIOT is a new series by DEFY that will focus on upcoming talent from the West Coast, local students, and the building of a women’s division. RIOT will be held in various venues, multiple towns, all over the NW.
DON’T BE A DICK: We require DEFY to be a fun, and safe space for those in attendance and RIOT is a chance for our +21 fans to lead younger fans by example on show etiquette.
See the beginning of DEFY RIOT at Jazzbones in Tacoma on June 16th TICKETS
WATCH Pentagón JR VS. Chris Ridgeway On New DEFY NOW
On this week’s DEFYNOW watch Pentagón JR vs Chris Ridgeway plus, Brian Cage vs Jack Evans. SUBSCRIBE NOW and watch below
Pentagón JR vs. Chris Ridgeway
plus, Brian Cage vs. Jack Evans
Brought to you from DEFY ON EDGE at the Historic Washington Hall
Hosted by Steve Migs / Commentary by Rich Bocchini
Chris Ridgeway Mini Doc by BEYOND GORILLA | Robyn Goding
Opening Music by Goddamned Animals | www.facebook.com/goddamnedanimals/
Additional Music by Vigil Wolves | www.vigilwolves.com
Poster Art Photography by West Smith / Edited by Nick Gattman / Opener by Luke Knecht
WATCH Shane SWERVE Strickland bid farewell to DEFY
A grueling match with DARBY ALLIN at March 8th’s DEFY DRAGON SPIRIT wraps up Shane SWERVE Strickland’s run in DEFY Wrestling.
Shane Strickland wraps up a storied DEFY career after a stunning defeat by Darby Allin. Strickland, will be remembered as the promotion’s fist real flag bearer, a two time DEFY World Champion with a stunning amount of defenses, and 462 total days as Champion.
Post- Dragon Spirit, correspondent Kevin Diers caught up with Strickland backstage and gave the two-time DEFY World Champion a chance to say some last words to The DEFYANCE.
Shane defended the DEFY Championship against a murder’s row of challengers after earning his inaugural run via victory in a 4 way match in Vorhees, NJ at CZW in 2017 against DEFY Champion Davey Richards, Lio Rush, and Joe Gacy.
Strickland lost the Championship to Artemis Spencer at DEFY On Edge in December of 2018. That match can be watched below on a new DEFY NOW for FREE for a limited time only.
More to details to come in regards to Strickland’s future.
WATCH SWERVE VS. ARTEMIS On New DEFY NOW
On this week’s DEFYNOW watch Shane SWERVE Strickland vs ARTEMIS SPENCER in an historic DEFY Championship match, plus, Cody Chhun teams with Randy Myers to take on The Pride. SUBSCRIBE NOW and watch below
DEFY CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
Shane Strickland (C) vs. Artemis Spencer
plus, Randy Myers & Cody Chhun vs. The Pride (King Khash & Carl Randers)
Brought to you from DEFY ON EDGE at the Historic Washington Hall
Hosted by Steve Migs / Commentary by Rich Bocchini
Opening Music by Goddamned Animals | www.facebook.com/goddamnedanimals/
Additional Music by Vigil Wolves | www.vigilwolves.com
Poster Art Photography by West Smith / Edited by Nick Gattman / Opener by Luke Knecht
WATCH Jimmy Havoc face Randy Myers before the big rematch on April 13th
Now see the rematch! It happens when DEFY Wrestling returns to The Hawthorne Theatre in Portland, Oregon on Saturday, April 13th
This event features the highly anticipated rematch between Jimmy F'n Havoc and the Weirdo Hero Randy Myers! These two met last year at Defyance United and have been chomping at the bit to face off one more time.
DEFY Throwback Thursday: Jimmy Havoc Vs Randy Myers from "DEFYANCE UNITED" at The Historic Washington Hall in Seattle Washington.
Thumbnail: West Smith
Subscribe to DEFYonDEMAND.com now to binge on past DEFY events and catch brand new episodes of DEFYNOW every other Thursday.
DEFY Wrestling can also be found on the Powerslam Wrestling Network, available on AppleTV, Roku, and Amazon. Powerslam.tv
Follow us @DefyNW on all social platforms
BEAR WITNESS, SCHAFF in new DEAD CROWN MUSIC VIDEO for song, "FAMILY"
DEFY favorite SCHAFF appears in new DEAD CROWN music video for song FAMILY!
SCHAFF has made his name inside the DEFY ring over the last year and a half and now makes his way into a new scene, METAL. With the debut of their new single “FAMILY”, Portland band DEAD CROWN has signed with Stay Sick Recordings. and can be seen tomorrow with Outline In Color in Seattle (2/19 at The Funhouse) and Wednesday in Portland (2/20 at Paris Theatre) | For more info visit Deadcrown.com
Dead Crown is a metal band from Portland, OR. Formed by members of some of Portlands top local and regional acts, they have set out on a new mission to deliver some of the heaviest, captivating music and live performances. In their first year as a band they embarked on two successful tours and started growing a fan base quick with their 2 singles “Dethrone”and “Black Sheep”. Their debut EP “Come Hell” received Billboard success as an independent release and was received greatly from fans around the world. The band was soon after approached by Stay Sick Recordings and offered a recording contract. With momentum on their side, Dead Crown has no plan of slowing down as they head into a new era on Stay Sick Recordings.
NEW SINGLE “FAMILY” OUT NOW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-M5_xBDFWo&feature=youtu.be
WATCH SWERVE VS. SCHAFF AND MORE ON NEW DEFYNOW
On this week’s DEFYNOW watch Shane SWERVE Strickland vs SCHAFF in an explosive DEFY Championship match, Artemis vs. Fenix, and Cobb vs. Brody King! It’s a super sized episode of DEFY NOW!
Jeff Cobb vs. Brody King
Artemis Spencer vs. Rey Fenix
DEFY Championship | Shane Strickland (C) vs. Schaff
Brought to you from DEFY Dia De Los Muertos at the Historic Washington Hall in Seattle
Hosted by Steve Migs / Commentary by Rich Bocchini
Opening Music by Goddamned Animals | www.facebook.com/goddamnedanimals/
Additional Music by Vigil Wolves | www.vigilwolves.com
Poster Art Photography by West Smith / Edited by Nick Gattman / Opener by Luke Knecht
Full SLAMTOWN Card revealed!
The full reveal of Saturday, February 9th’s SLAMTOWN card has been revealed!
Rain, Snow or Shine - we will be bringing one of wrestling's biggest stars as John Hennigan, also known from his recent appearance on the hit CBS SURVIVOR: David vs Goliath show. Or his years exciting fans while working for WWE as John Morrison, or more recently as Johnny Mundo from El Rey Network's Lucha Underground, Johnny Impact or even Johnny DEFY! John will be going one-on-one with wrestling's anti-superstar, Darby Allin. Darby has been tearing up the independent scene for months now and was highly impressive during his fight that spilled out all across the Hawthorne Theatre when he fought Shane Strickland last year.
The DEFY World Champion, Artemis Spencer will be making his Portland debut as he puts his championship on the line against Maxwell Jacob Friedman. Friedman who goes by the name MJF had a very impressive 2018, and he has started 2019 with a bang by signing a contract with the newly formed All Elite Wrestling. These two men met last year during a six man tag team match in Seattle and since that moment have been urgently awaiting a singles match.
Also announced for February 9th may be the most anticipated match of the night. It's a match where both men have been extremely vocal about their dislike for one another. On one side of the ring we have "the Baddest Man in Wrestling," SCHAFF. On the other side we have veteran wrestler Hammerstone! Both of these men are heavy hitters, so if you're a fan of seeing heavyweights beat each other up this is the match for you!
A limited number of general admission tickets are still available at ticket link below!
Don't hesitate as our last four events have sold out!
WATCH JEFF COBB vs SCHAFF
On this week’s DEFYonDEMAND THROWBACK watch JEFF COBB battle SCHAFF
DEFY Throwback Thursday: JEFF COBB vs. SCHAFF from DEFY CLUB Seattle Wrestling at the Historic Washington Hall in Seattle, Wa
DEFY Wrestling will return to Portland Oregon on Saturday February 9th 2019 with "DEFY PDX 4: SLAMTOWN" Tickets on sale at: DefyWrestling.com
Subscribe to DEFYonDEMAND.com now to binge on past DEFY events and catch brand new episodes of DEFYNOW every other Thursday.
Photo: West Smith
DEFY offers VIP Tickets to MGM's FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY
DEFY is teaming up with MGM and you can enter for a chance to win 2 VIP tickets to see the upcoming film, FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY in Seattle and Portland.
The contest, is happening now on the DEFY facebook fan group page THE DEFYANCE and members are asked to Comment on the post with “what your wrestling name would be.” The most creative name will be contacted! Join The Defyance, find the post, comment with your name for a chance to win.
SEATTLE
2/5 SIFF UPTOWN 7pm
2/12 AMC Pacific Place 7pm
Portland
2/5 Regal Lloyd Center 7pm
2/12 Regal Tigard 7pm
**Winners will have to arrive 45 minutes before the screening to check in with the studio representative since this will be a very popular screening.**
ABOUT FIGHTING WTIH MY FAMILY: Born into a tight-knit wrestling family, Paige and her brother Zak are ecstatic when they get the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to try out for the WWE. But when only Paige earns a spot in the competitive training program, she must leave her loved ones behind and face this new cutthroat world alone. Paige's journey pushes her to dig deep and ultimately prove to the world that what makes her different is the very thing that can make her a star.
Website: www.fightingwithmyfamily.movie
Facebook: www.facebook.com/fightingwithmyfamily
Twitter: @fightingwmyfam
Instagram: @fightingwmyfam
#FightingWithMyFamily
SLAMTOWN COMES TO PORTLAND ON FEBRUARY 9TH!
DEFY WRESTLING RETURNS TO PORTLAND ON FEBRUARY 9TH!
Mark your calendars as Saturday, February 9th will be DEFY Wrestling’s return to the Hawthorne Theatre in Portland, Oregon with DEFY SLAMTOWN.
We will be bringing one of wrestling's biggest stars as John Morrison, also known from his recent appearance on the hit CBS SURVIVOR: David vs Goliath show. John will be going one-on-one with wrestling's anti-superstar, Darby Allin. Darby has been tearing up the independent scene for months now and was highly impressive during his fight that spilled out all across the Hawthorne Theatre when he fought Shane Strickland last year.
The DEFY World Champion, Artemis Spencer will be making his Portland debut as he puts his championship on the line against Maxwell Jacob Friedman. Friedman who goes by the name MJF had a very impressive 2018, and he has started 2019 with a bang by signing a contract with the newly formed All Elite Wrestling. These two men met last year during a six-man tag team match in Seattle and since that moment have been urgently awaiting a singles match.
Also announced for February 9th may be the most anticipated match of the night. It's a match where both men have been extremely vocal about their dislike for one another. On one side of the ring, we have "the Baddest Man in Wrestling," SCHAFF. On the other side, we have veteran wrestler Hammerstone! Both of these men are heavy hitters, so if you're a fan of seeing heavyweights beat each other up this is the match for you!
One of Portland's favorite wrestlers, the Weirdo Hero from Kalamazoo Ravenous Randy Myers will be in action as well!
A limited number of general admission tickets are still available at the link below! Don't hesitate as our last four events have sold out!
Feature Photo by Amber Knecht | Use #SlamtownDEFY on social
WATCH 8X GP TAG FINALE ON NEW DEFYNOW
On this week’s DEFYNOW watch the crowning of the first ever DEFY TAG CHAMPIONS and the finale of the 8X TAG GP when AMERIKAN GUNZ battle BRODY KING and TYLER BATEMAN of VIOLENCE UNLIMITED. Plus, Cross vs. Puma King and more!
Classic Chhun vs. Carl Randers vs. Rosas
Puma King vs. Matt Cross
DEFY 8X TAG GP FINALS: Ethan HD and Mike Santiago (Amerikan Gunz) vs. Brody King and Tyler Bateman (Violence Unlimited)
Brought to you from DEFY CLUB Seattle Wrestling at the Historic Washington Hall in Seattle
Hosted by Steve Migs / Commentary by Rich Bocchini
Opening Music by Goddamned Animals | www.facebook.com/goddamnedanimals/
Additional Music by Vigil Wolves | www.vigilwolves.com
Poster Art Photography by West Smith / Edited by Nick Gattman / Opener by Luke Knecht
VIDEO: WATCH SHANE STRICKLAND vs DARBY ALLIN
On this week’s DEFYonDEMAND THROWBACK watch SHANE STRICKLAND vs. DARBY ALLIN
DEFY Throwback Thursday: Shane Strickland vs Darby Allin from DEFY PDX I at The Hawthorne Theatre in Portland Oregon.
Shane Strickland will return to Seattle Washington on Saturday January 19th 2019 with "DEFY NEVER DIES: 2nd Anniversary" Tickets on sale at: DefyWrestling.com
Darby Allin will return to Portland Oregon on Saturday February 9th 2019 with "DEFY PDX 4: SLAMTOWN" Tickets on sale at: DefyWrestling.com
Subscribe to DEFYonDEMAND.com now to binge on past DEFY events and catch brand new episodes of DEFYNOW every other Thursday.
DEFY Wrestling can also be found on the Powerslam Wrestling Network, available on AppleTV, Roku, and Amazon. Powerslam.tv
Follow us @DefyNW on all social platforms