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TURNBUCKLE MADNESS: SCOTT PUTSKI DISCUSSES WWF, WCW, WHY HE DOESN'T LIKE HOW THE BUSINESS HAS EVOLVE, TRAINING, TEXAS AND MUCH MORE

By George Wren on 2011-06-18 12:20:22

PWInsider.com Presents Turnbuckle Madness
Guest: Scott Putski
Commentary: George Wren
Slogan: Nothing Is Held Back

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George: Welcome to another edition of Turnbuckle Madness. Today's guest is former Global Wrestling Federation, World Wrestling Federation and second generation superstar Scott Putski. Scott thanks for joining us here on PWInsider for Turnbuckle Madness.


Scott: Thanks for having me.

George: How did you get your start in professional wrestling?
 
Scott: My father Ivan Putski.
 
George: When were born?
 
Scott: I was born May 22, 1966
 
George: Where were you born?
 
Scott: Austin, Texas
 
George: Where are you currently residing at the present time?
 
Scott: In the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex.
 
George: With you being trained by your father Ivan Putski what was your training like?
 
Scott: I was put through the ringer. Not only did dad train me but Cowboy Scott Casey, Tiger Conway Jr, and Joe Blanchard. I was around the business all my life so I kinda was working since I was little.  I would get in the ring with my brothers before the doors opened at shows and basically beat the crap out of each other.
 
George: When did you officially make your debut?
 
Scott: Some time when I was with Texas Christian University as I want to say around 1986. I was playing college football and in the summer I would wrestle with dad all over. I believe it was Texas Championship Wrestling in Houston,TX.
 
George: Didn't you start off with Texas All Star Wrestling?
 
Scott: LOL! Yes I guess that was the name!
 
George: Who was the booker there?
 
Scott: Fred Barron and Joe Blanchard.
 
George: How long did you work for Texas All Star Wrestling?
 
Scott: Several summers.
 
George: With just being a rookie in the business at that time what was some of your learning techniques?
 
Scott: Back then we wrestled MEN not boys. A Man can hurt you if you mess up or he gets angry. I was always a good street fighter and boxer. My dad taught me the right way how to protect myself so I also became a good Shooter.
 
George: From Texas All Star Wrestling didn't you go to the Global Wrestling Federation based out of Dallas, Texas?
 
Scott: Yes, I did work for Global and had alot of fun there. Learned alot from all the veterans and have the Utmost respect for everyone that was there.
 
George: You and Terry Simms captured the GWF Tag Titles on March 20, 1992 from John Tatum & Rod Price less then a month later the titles was held up. What was the reason taking the titles off you?
 
Scott: Some type of angle. At that time I was getting alot of offers to work in different territories.
 
George: From there you went on to capture the GWF North American Title in a tournament final against Johnny Mantell on May 29, 1992 where you held the title for 3 months but was stripped of the title after you was fired from the company. Can you shed some light on why you was let go?
 
Scott: It was just an angle is all...I went to Japan to work for WAR and they used that as a way to turn me "heel" when I returned. I loved working as a "heel" and that was the most funniest time I had.
 
George: Who was actually in charge during this time?
 
Scott: I think it was Grizzly Smith. One of the Greatest minds and bookers! I learned so much from that man about the biz.
 
George: What was some of your memorable moments working for Global?
 
Scott: The thing I remember most was we had a bunch of guys who loved the business and didn't think it was all about getting themselves over. The show was what was important and everyone did what it took to pop the crowd.
 
George: Was there ever any talks about bringing you back
 
Scott: I never really wanted to go back. I spent my time there and moved on to WWF and WCW.
 
George: You also worked as Konnan 2000 under a hood. With there already being a Konnan what was the reason for this gimmick?
 
Scott: It was just a gimmick they gave me in Mexico. Because I had muscles and was ripped I Guess?
 
George: You actually lost the hood in a match. What was the reason for not going just as Scott Putski?
 
Scott: It was the whole Lucha style. I just did what they told me. I loved my time in Mexico and really enjoyed the people and culture.
 
George: When did you actually sign with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF)?
 
Scott: I don't remember which I want to say around 1997 but I was really excited in the beginning.
 
George: What was the reason for Vince putting you in the Light Heavyweight Title picture with you being well over the weight?
 
Scott: You got me. I weighed more than the limit that's for sure. I really don't think Vince cared for me because he had "heat" with my dad.
 
George: How long did you actually work for the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) ?
 
Scott: About 4 months, after I tore my quad in the PPV and healed I tried to come back but they said they didn't have anything for me at the time. I was good friends with DDP and he kept telling me to come to WCW. So I signed. I got my release from WWF and thought I left on good terms.
 
George: What was the reason for your departure?
 
Scott: I needed to make a living and WCW was a great place to make some cash...It was a horrible place to work but easy money. Biggest regreat of my career was leaving WWF and going to WCW.
 
George: What are thoughts on Vince calling the business "sports entertainment"?
 
Scott: I really don't have much to say on that. It's his company and he can call it what he wants.
 
George: May 4, 1998 you debuted for World Championship Wrestling (WCW) as enhancement talent just like the likes of John Nord, Barry Darsow, Chris Adams, Disorderly Conduct, & Bobby Blaze. Did WCW ever have any plans of using you any different upon your arrival
 
Scott: I thought they where going to use me right but like all the young guys we got lost in the shuffle. WCW definitely didn't have the right formula to succeed!
 
George: Was you under contract or paid on a nightly basis?
 
Scott: I was on contract so if I worked or not I received my check in the mail every two weeks. WCW was a generous company I will say.
 
George: With you both working for two of the biggest companies in the business the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW) how would you describe both locker rooms?
 
Scott: WWF is all business, WCW was all about putting over the office.
 
George: How long did you work for WCW?
 
Scott: 2-3 years
 
George: What was the reason for your departure?
 
Scott: I was with WCW until they folded.
 
George: With you being right at the tail end of the dying days of WCW what do you feel like was the fall of the company? Many has said different things such as it being pure chaos where no one was wanting to work with anyone, all the big egos clashing in the office, to basically spending way too much unnecessary money. Which I am sure there was more to it then just that?
 
Scott: I really didn't care what went on. I wasn't going to put myself in a situation and have all the drama in my life. I did what I was told and that was all I could do. Every time I stepped into the ring I worked as hard as I could with what they gave me.
 

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  George: Where did you go after World Championship Wrestling?
 
Scott: I worked a few indies and formed a tag called the Cowboys from Hell with Cedrick Crain. We have full rights to use the name and the song. This was the best gimmick around. A real shoot style with no Hokie Pokie Phoney Crap. I like to call it a mixture between MMA and Barnum and Bailey Circus!
 
George: If I remember correctly you are retired from the business?
 
Scott: I still do some work from time to time but only as CFH.
 
George: What made you decide to to go into retirement?

Scott: I quit working full time because the style has gotten too phoney for me.
 
George: Do you ever get that itch to get back into the ring?
 
Scott: I do sometimes.
 
George: What have you been doing since leaving the wrestling business?
 
Scott: Staying in shape and raising my son. I am actually in better shape now than when I was working.
 
George: There has been several different small promotions come and go around the Dallas area since the days of World Class Championship Wrestling and even the Global Wrestling Federation. Why do you feel like nothing has came along since the death of both companies?
 
Scott: Not the right people running the show. Too many little jabbronies trying to put themselves and their friends over. People won't pay to see CRAP!
 
George: Why do you feel like first, second, and third generation wrestlers get more privileges than others?
 
Scott: They may now but I sure didn't. I had to earn everything and had to fight to just survive.
 
George: Do you watch today's product?
 
Scott: Not really, I see bits and pieces.
 
George: If so where do you see the business in the next 10 years?
 
Scott: MMA and UFC will take over Wrestling because it is believable and people are tired of being insulted. Our society loves violence.
 
George: Now you played football in your early career. Tell the readers about your football background?
 
Scott: I played football for Texas Christian University and then for the Houston Oilers where I tore my achilles heal ending my football career.
 
George: Do you have any regrets in your wrestling career?
 
Scott: Yes, just leaving WWF for WCW.
 
George: Your thoughts on the fans?
 
Scott: Thank you for all the fun times and stay tuned.
 
George: What are your future plans?
 
Scott: We will see......CFH
 
George: Any closing words?
 
SP: God Bless You All and may your journey in life be filled with Joy!
 
George: Scott I want to thank you for your time and wish you all the best in your future achievements.
 
Scott: Thank you it was my pleasure.

Next Interview: Scott Bowden (6/22)

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