Former ECW star Tommy Dreamer discussed the potential end of pro wrestling events at the building formerly known as the ECW Arena in his latest column. "Major news hit the wrestling world recently with the announcement that the former ECW Arena in South Philadelphia is closing," Dreamer wrote.

"Apparently new ownership is coming in and its brass wants to make the arena a venue for larger events, such as concerts and the like. On top of that, they apparently don't want to host professional wrestling or boxing shows there anymore. Financially, to me, that makes zero sense. If I were a building owner, I would want to have as many renters come into my establishment as humanly possible so I can make money."

Dreamer also wrote about what the building means to him. "ECW Arena, renamed Asylum Arena in 2010, is a place where I was able to grow up in front of the fans," he wrote. "I went in as a young man who had a dream. I left and watched that dream come true. The expression blood, sweat and tears has never rang more true, quite literally because I have done all of that in that very building. I knew not only the people who worked there, but I knew them by name, including the fans who came to see me on a monthly basis.

"I will forever have the many moments etched inside my brain of unbelievable memories, the faces of fans and the emotionally vested trials and tribulations of my own career. It was there that I met the mother of my children. I have forged some amazing friendships because of a simple little bingo hall in South Philadelphia known for years simply as ECW Arena." Read the full column at Thewhig.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3406810. [Thanks to Dot Net reader Justin Cousineau]

Powell's POV: I agree with Dreamer that it doesn't make sense to pass on potential bookings if the venue would not be used for more lucrative events on the same date. There will be a EVOLVE and CZW doubleheader on January 14. CZW will run in the afternoon, and EVOLVE will run in the evening. They are separate events, so tickets must be purchased for both events. For more details, visit dgusa.tv/liveeventEvolvePhilly.htm and CZWrestling.com.

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