Vance Nevada Explained

Vance Nevada
Names:Black Dragon
Black Ninja
Blue Power Ranger
Catastrophe
Fabius Maximus
Great Cletus
Insanity
Lucha Larry
Oriental Demon
Red Dragon
Vance Nevada
Vern May
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Birth Name:Vern May
Weight:185lb
Birth Date:1975 12, mf=yes
Birth Place:Souris, Manitoba, Canada
Trainer:Ernest Rheault
Debut:1993[1]

Vern May (born December 31, 1975) better known by his ringname Vance Nevada is a Canadian professional wrestler, author, professional wrestling promoter and wrestling historian.[2]

Professional wrestling career

Since his earliest matches in 1993, Vance Nevada has maintained one of the most aggressive touring schedules of his generation, appearing for 64 wrestling organizations from coast to coast in Canada and wrestling in almost every Province and territory in the country during his career. His passion for the sport and his exposure to the regional sub-cultures of professional wrestling and its fans have served to create an immeasurable appreciation for the sport and its history.

In addition to his success between the ropes which has included matches against ring legends and today's top stars from Jim Neidhart, Matt Borne and the Honky Tonk Man to Kenny Omega, Kyle O'Reilly and the Bollywood Boyz, Vance Nevada is regarded as one of the premiere historians of Canadian ring lore, having published three books on the topic and being awarded with the James C. Melby Historian Award by the U.S.-based Cauliflower Alley Club for his efforts.

Aside from his endeavours to preserve wrestling's past, while also actively participating in wrestling's present, Nevada is a life member of the Cauliflower Alley Club, a benevolent organization of wrestling professionals that provides funding and resource support for wrestling's alumni in the face of medical and personal hardship. In addition to his role on the advisory board and committee appointments, he has served as the editor for the club's international newsletter since 2020.

Between 1994 and 2009, Nevada was ranked in the Pro Wrestling Illustrated magazine top 500 ten times. In February 2022, he eclipsed the all-time record set by Leo Burke for most Canadian wrestling title reigns at 44.[3] [4] [5]

Nevada has done four Canadian Death Tours.[6] [7] [8]

Personal life

He resides in Wetaskiwin, Alberta with his wife Karen, and young two sons. He has an older daughter in Calgary. [9]

[10] [11] [12] [13]

Vance Nevada is a professional wrestling personality known for his contributions to the sport, particularly in the independent wrestling scene. While most of his public persona revolves around wrestling, details about his personal life are relatively private. Here are some general points about his personal background:

  1. Early Life: Vance Nevada, whose real name is Vance Neff, was born in Canada. He developed an interest in wrestling at a young age.
  2. Career: He has worked for various wrestling promotions and is known for his in-ring skills and character work. He has also contributed as a promoter and trainer within the wrestling community.
  3. Family: Vance tends to keep his family life out of the spotlight, maintaining a level of privacy regarding his personal relationships.
  4. Interests: Outside of wrestling, he has interests in various activities related to fitness and entertainment, including film and media.
  5. Social Media: Vance Nevada occasionally shares aspects of his life on social media, giving fans glimpses into his personal interests and experiences.

Championships and accomplishments

Luchas de Apuestas record

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Vance Nevada (hair) Scarface (mask) Winnipeg, Manitoba RCW @ Winnipeg [20]

Works

"(Un)Controlled Chaos: Canada's Remarkable Professional Wrestling Legacy" (2022, Friesen Press)

The Ear, Cauliflower Alley Club newsletter - editor (2020–2022)

CNWA Magazine - lead writer/publisher (2012–2013, nine issues)

History of Professional Wrestling Series #5 - researcher (2002, Crowbar Press)

Central Canadian Professional Wrestling Almanac (1999, self-published)

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2018-02-03 . Vance Nevada Overview. CAGEMATCH – The Internet Wrestling Database.
  2. Web site: 2018-02-03 . Bellingham, Washington: The unlikeliest of wrestling capitals . https://archive.today/20180203182520/http://slam.canoe.com/Slam/Wrestling/2017/09/24/22754514.html . 3 February 2018 . September 24, 2017 . Verrier, Steven . . dead . dmy-all .
  3. Web site: 2018-02-03 . The land of hype & gory . https://archive.today/20180203185325/http://www.canoe.ca/SlamWrestlingFeatures/rivercity2.html . 3 February 2018 . February 22, 2000 . Lunney, Doug . . usurped . dmy-all .
  4. Web site: 2018-02-03 . Vance Nevada reflects on 10 years, 1000+ matches . https://archive.today/20180203185111/http://slam.canoe.com/Slam/Wrestling/2004/10/14/669350.html . 3 February 2018 . October 14, 2004 . Clevett, Jason . . dead . dmy-all .
  5. Web site: 2018-02-03 . Nevada restoring pride to NWA Canadian title . https://archive.today/20180203185032/http://slam.canoe.com/Slam/Wrestling/2006/10/05/1956723.html . 3 February 2018 . October 5, 2010 . Johns, Fred . . dead . dmy-all .
  6. Web site: 2018-02-03 . Wrestlers brace for Northern Manitoba "Death Tour" . https://archive.today/20180203184924/http://slam.canoe.com/Slam/Wrestling/2008/02/04/4825524.html . 3 February 2018 . February 4, 2008 . Kamchen, Richard . . dead . dmy-all .
  7. Web site: 2018-02-03 . Wrestling exhibition stampedes into University of Saskatchewan . https://archive.today/20180203184830/http://slam.canoe.com/Slam/Wrestling/2009/09/24/11090221.html . 3 February 2018 . September 24, 2009 . Oliver, Greg . . dead . dmy-all .
  8. Web site: 2018-02-03 . Vance Nevada's brief, shining moment as NWA World champ . https://archive.today/20180203184723/http://slam.canoe.com/Slam/Wrestling/2012/03/24/19544631.html . 3 February 2018 . March 24, 2012 . Oliver, Greg . . dead . dmy-all .
  9. Web site: https://www.canadiancomics.net/graphics/vance_nevada.pdf.
  10. Web site: 2018-02-03 . From head locks to a job in the office . https://archive.today/20180203184106/http://www.westmanjournal.com/news/local-news/from-head-locks-to-a-job-in-the-office-1.1746972 . 3 February 2018 . January 29, 2015 . Stewart, Lanny . . live . dmy-all .
  11. News: 2018-02-03 . Grappling with an identity crisis . https://archive.today/20180203184235/https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/local/grappling-with-an-identity-crisis-255123751.html . 3 February 2018 . April 14, 2014 . Redekop, Bill . . live . dmy-all .
  12. Web site: 2018-02-03 . Almanac explores rich Western heritage . https://archive.today/20180203185533/http://www.canoe.ca/SlamWrestlingReviews/almanac.html . 3 February 2018 . September 16, 1999 . Molinaro, John F. . . usurped . dmy-all .
  13. Web site: Melita New Era - August 7, 2015. August 26, 2015 .
  14. Web site: 2018-02-03 . Vance Nevada Titles. CAGEMATCH – The Internet Wrestling Database.
  15. Web site: From the CWE to the Hall of Fame: Vance Nevada has joined a list of wrestling legends. January 8, 2023 . Canadian Wrestling's Elite. November 23, 2023.
  16. Web site: List of CAC Award Winners . Staff . . 2018-01-18 . 13 April 2014 . https://archive.today/20140413080042/http://www.caulifloweralleyclub.org/list-of-cac-award-winners/ . live . dmy-all .
  17. Web site: 2018-02-03 . PWI Ratings for Vance Nevada. profightdb.com . The Internet Wrestling Database.
  18. Web site: 2018-02-03 . Vance Nevada Awards. CAGEMATCH – The Internet Wrestling Database.
  19. Web site: 2018-02-03. SLAM! Wrestling Canadian Hall of Fame: Heatseeker Vance Nevada. March 18, 2016. Greg Oliver. Oliver, Greg. https://archive.today/20180203185916/http://www.canoe.ca/SlamWrestlingBios/nevada.html. 3 February 2018. Canoe.com. usurped. dmy-all.
  20. Web site: 2018-02-03 . RCW @ Winnipeg. Wrestlingdata - The World's Largest Wrestling Database.
  21. Web site: 2018-02-03 . Wrestling in the Canadian West a rich and fascinating book . https://archive.today/20180203184751/http://slam.canoe.com/Slam/Wrestling/Reviews/2010/02/11/12836106.html . 3 February 2018 . February 11, 2010 . Baker, Roger . . dead . dmy-all .

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