Brian Fury

The contestants for the 2007 ECWA Super 8 Tournament have been announced and, as WrestlingClothesline.com does each year, we bring you the first "10 Questions With..." interview with one of the participants in this year's Super 8 Tournament. First up, Brian Fury. Brian was trained by Steve Bradley and has been wrestling for 7 years.

1. What made you decide to get involved in professional wrestling?

Growing up I was always a fan. My mom used to yell at me because all I ever did was wrestle. It didn't matter where either, home, the park, or school. It got me in a lot of trouble when I was a kid! As I got older the attraction never faded, it only got stronger. I realized that I had to at least try it and give it my all or I wouldn't feel complete.

2. What has been the highlight of your wrestling career thus far?

Obviously being asked to do the Super 8 this year has been THE highlight of my career.A few other moments do stand out for me though. I was asked to go to Smackdown for tapings and before the show I got to train in the ring with a few of the guys there. It was a bit surreal to be wrestling in the WWE ring in the Banknorth Garden in Boston (even if the arena was empty). On Oct 5th I did a pre-show match for ROH. Just getting the opportunity, and getting 'looked at' by ROH was awesome. They have a really great company and hopefully someday I can become a part of their regular roster.

3. You are a participant in this years' ECWA Super 8 Tournament. What was your reaction when earning that spot in such a prestigious tournament?

I was in shock for a bit, but overly excited. It is such a great honor, and the tournament has such a history and legacy how could you not be excited, or shocked for that matter? I believe in my abilites in the ring, but I never expected an honor quite like that.

4. Any thoughts on how you'll prepare physically for three possible matches in the Super 8?

From the moment I was asked to participate I have really amped up my cardio in the gym. Also, I been training at different wrestling facilites up here in the Northeast trying to get in the best possible 'ring shape' I can be in. I changed my eating habits up quite a bit too because, truth be told, I was gaining a bit too much weight! However, everything is in check right now and I should be in peak condition by November 10th.

5. Have you had the opportunity to wrestle any of the other Super 8 participants in the past? If so, whom?

As far as this years tournament goes only Matt Logan. We train together at the Chaotic Training Center in Massachussets. I did a camp or two with Rob Eckos, but never wrestled him.

Competitors from past tournaments? Steve Bradley the winner of the 1999 tournament was my trainer for over 4 years when he was released from WWE. Other past competitors I have wrestled include: Chad Collyer, John Walters, Bryan Logan, and Andre Lyons.

6. What do you think of this year's lineup in comparison to the previous tournaments?

I think it is a great lineup! You have a little bit of everything from high flying to mat based technical wrestling. A very well rounded bunch of wrestlers. The thing is every year there are unknowns in it. I would be classified as one of them this year. So judging the whole class before you see it is tough. Judge it afterwards!

7. What do you want people to think of when they hear the name 'Brian Fury'?

I want people to think of an exciting well rounded wrestler. I try to put on a solid match every time I step into the ring, no matter who I'm wrestling. I can mat wrestle, I can high fly, I can brawl. I like to think I can match up with anyones style. So, I guess I want people to think ' he is going to put on one of the best matches on the show, no matter what!'.

8. How has the wrestling business changed since you started? Has it changed for the better or worse?

As far as the wrestling 'buisness' my first 3 years goes, I was clueless. I knew nothing outside of my training partners, and my 'home' federation. Once I 'got it' and my eyes were opened I saw a whole bunch of things! It seems to me, now at least, that there are a million and one wrestling organizations around. Back in the day (like I'm an old timer or something!) there weren't nearly as many places to wrestle as there are now. It seems like you can wrestle twice or more every weekend. Is it better or worse? I guess it depends on where you are wrestling on any given night. With so many shows, the talent pool, and the fan base gets watered down. Meaning people are wrestling on show a bit earlier than they probably should be. That means the quality of the show isn't where it could be. Which then means the fans tend to dwindle or attend other shows. When I first started you had to be good and ready before you got on a show. It seems people are being pushed a bit too soon nowadays.

9. What is the best (and worst) thing about being a professional wrestler?

The best things are traveling places and meeting new people. Stepping into a ring and entertaining a crowd of people. Making new friends in every locker room. I could go on and on.

The worst things? Not seeing family and 'non' wrestling friends too often. That is really the only thing that I don't like about wrestling. My friends and family mean so much to me, but they are all very supportive and are happy that I am following my dream.

10. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Celebrating the fifth year anniversary of you asking me this question! -Mitch Hedberg (RIP)

Seriously, I hope to be wrestling full time for a major company somewhere. All I've ever wanted is to be able to make a living off of wrestling. If I can do that, I'll be a happy man.


You can visit Brian's Myspace page at MySpace.com/xbrianxfuryx as well as see him in action at this years ECWA Super 8. For further info check out ecwaprowrestling.com!

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