House of Glory The Beginning: Recapping the Memorial Event for Jay Briscoe

On February 3rd, 2023, House of Glory Wrestling hosted a special event titled The Beginning as a memorial show for the late Jay Briscoe. Taking place at the NYC Arena in Queens, NY, it was both a tribute and a new chapter for the promotion.

Background on House of Glory

Founded in 2013 by promoter Anthony Gangone House of Glory Wrestling has established itself as one of the premier independent promotions in the Northeast. They’ve hosted events primarily in Queens and Brooklyn featuring a blend of veteran stars and up-and-coming talent.

After going on hiatus during the pandemic, House of Glory returned in 2022. The Beginning marked their first show of 2023 as they embarked on a new path forward.

Remembering Jay Briscoe

The event paid tribute to the legacy of Jay Briscoe, who tragically passed away on January 17th, 2023 at age 38

Briscoe was a legendary tag team wrestler known for his work in Ring of Honor alongside his brother Mark as The Briscoe Brothers. With 13 tag team title reigns, they are considered one of the greatest tag teams of all time.

House of Glory wanted to honor Briscoe’s career and impact on wrestling by dedicating their comeback show to him.

The Action-Packed Card

Even as it paid respects to the past, The Beginning showcased the future of House of Glory with an exciting lineup of matches:

• HOG Tag Team Championship The Mane Event retained against The Bookers

• HOG Cruiserweight Championship: Mighty Mante defeated Nolo Kitano.

• HOG Women’s Championship: Ultra Violette beat Viva Van to retain.

• A high-flying scramble match determined the new #1 contender for the Cruiserweight title.

• Independent standout Low Ki faced the mysterious Detective James.

• HOG Crown Jewel Championship: Charles Mason prevailed over Bryan Keith.

• And in the main event, Jacob Fatu retained the HOG World Title against former WWE star JTG.

The variety of fast-paced matches showed off HOG’s unique blend of wrestling styles.

Notable Moments

With 9 hard-hitting bouts, there were many memorable moments:

• Low Ki vs. Detective James was a clash of contrasting characters.

• The cruiserweight scramble dazzled with daredevil high spots.

• Charles Mason continued his dominant run with a gritty win.

• The main event saw Jacob Fatu display his agility for a big man against JTG.

It balanced HOG’s traditions with a glimpse at its future. Fans responded positively to the action and energy throughout the evening.

The Atmosphere

The NYC crowd brought the energy all night, excited to see the return of HOG after 3 years away.

There were dueling chants and reactions to the big spots. Several fans wore Jay Briscoe shirts to show their respects. The intimate setting allowed the audience to connect with the talent.

The overall vibe was celebratory, welcoming HOG back with open arms while also paying tribute to the late Briscoe.

What’s Next for HOG

The Beginning marked a major restart for House of Glory as it embarks on its second decade.

After the success of their revival show, HOG now heads into 2023 with momentum. There are opportunities to establish new stars, while also bringing in indie talents to showcase like Low Ki.

With their passionate Northeast fanbase, House of Glory’s future is bright. They will honor the past by continuing to cultivate the next generation.

The Beginning ushered in the latest chapter for HOG. It was an emotional and triumphant return that paid respects to Jay Briscoe while also showcasing a promising path forward.