After further evaluation of the circumstances regarding the tag team match at state, I have made the decision that there were several errors involved.
One in the rush of activity, both teams were found at fault for several illegal tags that took place during the course of action. This illegal activity, made it difficult for the official on the mat to maintain order. I must comment here that this was not the officials fought. We need to all remember that there was an original plan for a second official to be on the mat, Steve Herman. Steve participating in the state tournament had an unforeseen meeting and could not attend the tag team match. As a result, Mr. Koranda not only had to do the work of two men, he did not get paid anymore for his efforts.
Mention must also be made regarding the illegal tactics of the coaches involved. Mr. Eric Akin should have known that when he went out to face The Swayz he was facing a Big, Crazy Man, this was after all The Swayz. As a result unexpected violence and a vicious body slam resulted. While Mr. Akin may be a World Class Wrestler, and 4X All American, we all learned the lesson of what happens when a light weight ties up with a heavy weight. Can we again, all spell, B-O-D-Y S-L-A-M?
Thirdly, and again, as determined by the head office, the second overtime was unforeseen and in that this is still a new sport that is not fully defined, no rules were in place to determine the winner of the match. That being said, and in that we want to promote the sport of wrestling, and not coin tosses, I have come to my conclusion.
As a result of the above mentioned items, I have determined that the National Tag Team for Tyler Championships is herby declared, Vacant. Vacant as a result of the above mentioned violations that occurred by both coaches and wrestlers.
In conclusion, It should also be noted that the wrestlers participating in the said event, while partially at fought, also exhibited a great deal of emotion, quality wrestling, training, and even expense to participate in the event. As a result, they will also be allowed to be the next teams involved in the Challenge for the Championships which will occur at a later date to be determined.
Let it be known that this public display of said findings indicates that the findings are final and binding.
