ACE Shoot to Thrill Press Conference - 10/27/24

 Post-Show Press Conference: ACE Shoot To Thrill

The press conference room is filled with a sense of excitement and nostalgia as Commissioner Conway Marshall steps up to the podium. The night’s events have electrified fans, especially with the surprise returns of two ACE legends, Ward Rees and Claude Heuer. Marshall adjusts his tie, taking in the eager faces of the journalists.

“Thank you all for joining us tonight,” he begins, with a smile that reveals his satisfaction with the event. “Shoot To Thrill lived up to its name. We had a night of unforgettable matches, unexpected twists, and of course, two iconic returns that made tonight truly special. Ward Rees stepping back into the ring and Claude Heuer coming back as the mysterious Sandman—it doesn’t get much bigger than that.”

Marshall recaps some of the key matches, highlighting the excitement of the main event and the continued rise of new talent, but the real buzz, he acknowledges, is around the legends’ returns.

“So let’s get to what everyone’s talking about. First, let me speak about Claude Heuer. As many of you know, Claude’s been off in Hollywood, filming movies for the last 18 months or so. He’s taken on some big roles and has been doing very well there. But even with the glitz and glamour, ACE has always held a special place in his heart. He’s kept in touch, and we always knew he’d find his way back here eventually. Now, Hollywood’s a demanding place, so his availability is up in the air. But we’re excited for as much time as we can get with him.”

The questions begin, and a journalist quickly asks, “Can you give us any insight into Heuer’s Hollywood schedule? Will he be available for a full-time return?”

“We’re working closely with his team to see what’s possible,” Marshall replies. “Claude’s got a movie lined up for spring, so we’re looking at a limited window. But he’s fully committed for the time he’s here, and we’re thrilled to see him back in an ACE ring.”

Another reporter asks, “Why bring him back as the Sandman?”

Marshall chuckles. “I’ll let Claude tell you that himself. Speaking of which…” He gestures toward the side of the stage, and Claude Heuer strides up, his signature smirk in place. The crowd of journalists applauds as Heuer, clad in his Sandman attire, steps up to the microphone.

Claude Heuer Speaks

“Good to be back,” Heuer begins, soaking in the moment. “I’ve been away filming three movies so far, and it’s been a wild ride. Hollywood’s a lot of fun, but it’s also, well…not quite like ACE. When I heard Shoot To Thrill was coming up, I saw an opportunity to make an impact again. Coming back as The Sandman felt like the perfect way to get inside Chase Barclay’s head, stir things up a bit. Barclay never saw it coming, and I think the crowd was just as shocked as he was.”

A journalist asks, “Is this a permanent return for you, or just a short stint?”

Heuer grins. “Well, I’ve got a film coming up in the spring, so nothing’s permanent. But I’m here to make the most of my time back. I’m not putting any limits on it. ACE will always be home, and I missed the energy, the fans, the competition. I’ll stay as long as Hollywood lets me.”

Another reporter chimes in, “Do you feel divided between acting and wrestling?”

Heuer nods thoughtfully. “It’s a balance. Wrestling is where I started, where I built my name. Acting is exciting, and I’m enjoying it a lot, but wrestling—it’s in my blood. It’s hard to walk away from this, and nights like tonight remind me why.”

After a few more questions, Marshall thanks Heuer, who gives a quick wave and exits to applause.

Ward Rees Takes the Podium

Marshall then calls up Ward Rees, who enters to even louder applause from the journalists. His return to the ring has been the most anticipated of the night, and he looks a bit overwhelmed by the attention.

“Thanks for the warm welcome, everyone,” Rees says, his voice filled with nostalgia. “It’s been a while since I’ve been on this side of things. Getting back in the ring tonight was…something I didn’t see coming. But it felt good, I’ll tell you that much.”

One reporter asks, “How does it feel to be back after all these years?”

Rees smiles. “You know, I’m not in the shape I was 10, 15 years ago. But being in that ring tonight, hearing the crowd—it brings back so many memories. ACE will always be part of me, and being part of Shoot To Thrill tonight was an honor.”

Another journalist presses, “Is this really a one-time thing, or could we see you back again soon?”

Rees chuckles. “Well, never say never, right? I’ll be honest—I’m not planning on a full return. I don’t have the speed I used to, or the stamina, and I’m okay with that. But if the right moment comes along, who knows? Tonight was a thrill, but I think that might be enough.”

A final question comes in, “Do you have any advice for the younger talent in ACE?”

Rees nods. “Stay hungry. Stay humble. Wrestling has changed, but the fundamentals are still the same. Respect this business, give it everything you’ve got, and the fans will always give it back to you. That’s what ACE is all about.”

Closing Remarks

Marshall returns to the podium one last time, thanking Rees and acknowledging the impact both legends have made tonight.

“To all the fans, journalists, and talent—thank you for making Shoot To Thrill an unforgettable night. These returns, these battles, they’re what ACE is all about. And make sure to tune in to Marquee this Tuesday for all the fallout from tonight.”

With that, the press conference ends, leaving everyone with anticipation for what’s next in ACE.Show Press Conference: ACE Shoot To Thrill

The press conference room is filled with a sense of excitement and nostalgia as Commissioner Conway Marshall steps up to the podium. The night’s events have electrified fans, especially with the surprise returns of two ACE legends, Ward Rees and Claude Heuer. Marshall adjusts his tie, taking in the eager faces of the journalists.

“Thank you all for joining us tonight,” he begins, with a smile that reveals his satisfaction with the event. “Shoot To Thrill lived up to its name. We had a night of unforgettable matches, unexpected twists, and of course, two iconic returns that made tonight truly special. Ward Rees stepping back into the ring and Claude Heuer coming back as the mysterious Sandman—it doesn’t get much bigger than that.”

Marshall recaps some of the key matches, highlighting the excitement of the main event and the continued rise of new talent, but the real buzz, he acknowledges, is around the legends’ returns.

“So let’s get to what everyone’s talking about. First, let me speak about Claude Heuer. As many of you know, Claude’s been off in Hollywood, filming movies for the last 18 months or so. He’s taken on some big roles and has been doing very well there. But even with the glitz and glamour, ACE has always held a special place in his heart. He’s kept in touch, and we always knew he’d find his way back here eventually. Now, Hollywood’s a demanding place, so his availability is up in the air. But we’re excited for as much time as we can get with him.”

The questions begin, and a journalist quickly asks, “Can you give us any insight into Heuer’s Hollywood schedule? Will he be available for a full-time return?”

“We’re working closely with his team to see what’s possible,” Marshall replies. “Claude’s got a movie lined up for spring, so we’re looking at a limited window. But he’s fully committed for the time he’s here, and we’re thrilled to see him back in an ACE ring.”

Another reporter asks, “Why bring him back as the Sandman?”

Marshall chuckles. “I’ll let Claude tell you that himself. Speaking of which…” He gestures toward the side of the stage, and Claude Heuer strides up, his signature smirk in place. The crowd of journalists applauds as Heuer, clad in his Sandman attire, steps up to the microphone.

Claude Heuer Speaks

“Good to be back,” Heuer begins, soaking in the moment. “I’ve been away filming three movies so far, and it’s been a wild ride. Hollywood’s a lot of fun, but it’s also, well…not quite like ACE. When I heard Shoot To Thrill was coming up, I saw an opportunity to make an impact again. Coming back as The Sandman felt like the perfect way to get inside Chase Barclay’s head, stir things up a bit. Barclay never saw it coming, and I think the crowd was just as shocked as he was.”

A journalist asks, “Is this a permanent return for you, or just a short stint?”

Heuer grins. “Well, I’ve got a film coming up in the spring, so nothing’s permanent. But I’m here to make the most of my time back. I’m not putting any limits on it. ACE will always be home, and I missed the energy, the fans, the competition. I’ll stay as long as Hollywood lets me.”

Another reporter chimes in, “Do you feel divided between acting and wrestling?”

Heuer nods thoughtfully. “It’s a balance. Wrestling is where I started, where I built my name. Acting is exciting, and I’m enjoying it a lot, but wrestling—it’s in my blood. It’s hard to walk away from this, and nights like tonight remind me why.”

After a few more questions, Marshall thanks Heuer, who gives a quick wave and exits to applause.

Ward Rees Takes the Podium

Marshall then calls up Ward Rees, who enters to even louder applause from the journalists. His return to the ring has been the most anticipated of the night, and he looks a bit overwhelmed by the attention.

“Thanks for the warm welcome, everyone,” Rees says, his voice filled with nostalgia. “It’s been a while since I’ve been on this side of things. Getting back in the ring tonight was…something I didn’t see coming. But it felt good, I’ll tell you that much.”

One reporter asks, “How does it feel to be back after all these years?”

Rees smiles. “You know, I’m not in the shape I was 10, 15 years ago. But being in that ring tonight, hearing the crowd—it brings back so many memories. ACE will always be part of me, and being part of Shoot To Thrill tonight was an honor.”

Another journalist presses, “Is this really a one-time thing, or could we see you back again soon?”

Rees chuckles. “Well, never say never, right? I’ll be honest—I’m not planning on a full return. I don’t have the speed I used to, or the stamina, and I’m okay with that. But if the right moment comes along, who knows? Tonight was a thrill, but I think that might be enough.”

A final question comes in, “Do you have any advice for the younger talent in ACE?”

Rees nods. “Stay hungry. Stay humble. Wrestling has changed, but the fundamentals are still the same. Respect this business, give it everything you’ve got, and the fans will always give it back to you. That’s what ACE is all about.”

Closing Remarks

Marshall returns to the podium one last time, thanking Rees and acknowledging the impact both legends have made tonight.

“To all the fans, journalists, and talent—thank you for making Shoot To Thrill an unforgettable night. These returns, these battles, they’re what ACE is all about. And make sure to tune in to Marquee this Tuesday for all the fallout from tonight.”

With that, the press conference ends, leaving everyone with anticipation for what’s next in ACE.