Lance Storm seems like the kind of guy that would get the Internet in a swooning fit over. He was a great technical wrestler, he wrestled for the original ECW and he was always underpushed in the eyes of many Internet fans. However, I've come to realize that more people don't care for him than thought. And here I was thinking I was the only one on the Net who didn't think too highly of Storm's wrestling ability.
While I think he'd be a tremendous booker (he's actually gotten a job booking for a local promotion) and I always enjoy reading his takes on wrestling, the guy never did it for me in the ring or on the stick. So, whose camp are you in?
Pros
- Solid technical wrestling background
- Two great catchphrases
- Leader of one of the hotter stables at the end of WCW
- Says a lot of smart things about wrestling theory and booking
Cons
- Not a very exciting worker, and was probably not as nuanced as he was boring
- Had a tendency to be boring on the microphone
- Can sound sanctimonious on his website
So, what say you, oh Internet? What's the verdict on Lance Storm?
I have to say I personally absolutely love Lance Storm, both in the ring and on his website. I am a frequent reader and have often been featured on his Q&A Commentaries. I'm not saying that he has always been the most exciting worker, but his match with RVD at Barely Legal, his match with Bryan Danielson for the ROH World Championship and his recent work with Chris Hero truly great matches.
ReplyDeleteAs for his 'sanctimonious' attitude on his site, I personally love it. Not sure why, but I find his brashness to be humorous. He doesn't protect the ignorant when a silly question is asked and isn't afraid to passionately defend his profession/passion with his heart on his sleeve. I find I almost always agree with what he has to say on any given subject, which is why I read the site. I think he has a truly brilliant wrestling mind.
I am definitely in Lance's corner on this one.
Andrew (aknednyt@me.com)