They’ve been here before – we have joined the public in lauding the event coming to our valley. And now THEY’RE BACK!

Wrestling will once again be the big attraction at Hemet’s Wheelhouse on Sunday, May 15th. The matches will occur in the westside outdoor arena, starting at 4 PM. Last year’s attendance is solid proof that wrestling is family entertainment. The event drew a full house – something that doesn’t happen every day in Hemet. This year’s matches are entitled, “Like No Other” and will feature the new West Coast Heavyweight Champion, Brandon Gatson. Gatson will be making his first title defense against former champion, Ric Ellis. The event will be contested in a 30-minute Iron Man Match. The first pinfalls or submissions in 30 minutes will decide the winner.

The Wildcard Championship will be defended as champion Manny Mars takes on Richie Slade.

A special event will feature former best friends, turned bitter rivals, as Eric Cross faces Johnny Saovi. Add to that, a straight-up fight “Resident Redneck” Hunger Freeman takes on the “Sicilian Stack house,” Vito Fratelli. Finally, “Grizzled Outlaw” Hoss Hogg will meet El Primo Henerio.

The Wheelhouse is proud to have the Westcoast Wrestling Company back again. Genial owner Jesse Vivanco said, “It is our desire to bring the best forms of entertainment to the valley, not only in the Rink and Patio areas but also at the Derby Bar and Grill. Our Thursday and Sunday karaoke sessions offer amateurs and professionals to exercise their vocal cords. Our comedy shows play to packed houses as do our musical entertainment for young and old (and in between). For further information, call 951-652-9968 or stop by the rink at 2860 West Florida Avenue in Hemet. Just sayin’

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The Wheelhouse Skate facility is hosting a double header Cornhole Tournament to raise funds for Minor’s Gold Traveling Baseball Origination this weekend.  Additionally the American Cornhole Organization with hold its annual Regional Cornhole Tournament. Regional Director William Howell explains.

“Mike Lynch, director of the youth Traveling Baseball Club won a fee tournament from me in a silent auction last year and we will be honoring that event on Saturday to raise funds for their club.”

The afternoon event is open for registration at 1:30; the tournament begins at 2 PM.  Cost for each player is $40. First place team will be awarded $300. The balance of the money goes to support the baseball club which has grown from one team to the current three.

The baseball club has an eight year history.  This is their first fundraiser at the Wheelhouse.  Director Lynch explains further.

“We have held other tournaments.  We have an annual fund raiser at Golden Era Golf Course.  They have been exceptionally kind and supportive of our club and share their profits with us.  We appreciate their support. We would like to keep the teams doing tournaments for years to come.  We are not affiliated with any particular school or organization. Our club is open to all kids who want to play baseball and have the experience of traveling to various locations.”

There are currently three teams in the Club and have played in tournaments in Las Vegas and Reno Nevada.  In Southern California they have traveled to Beaumont, Perris and San Diego.

The afternoon tournament, for the kids and in the evening the adult Regional Tournament will take place, according to Howell…  The American Cornhole Organization Regional Tournament is enjoying its second year in Hemet.  

“We bring players from far and wide as well as local.” says Howell.

The Cornhole Regional Tournament is open for sign in at 5:00 PM, with tournament beginning at 6:30 LM.

Both William Howell and Mike Lynch expressed extreme gratitude to Jesse Vivanco, owner of the Wheelhouse, for generosity and support.

Whether you’re a Cornhole Fan or not, this event is for a good cause and – you might enjoy remember you youth baseball years as well as the bean ball tournaments which are predeceases to Cornhole.  Just sayin’

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