WWE News: SD Rating, New Developmental Talent, JBL Possibly Retired

Posted by Ashish on 06.23.2008

Monday news...

- Patrick Brink, a 27 year old independent wrestler who has recently been training out of Team 3D's wrestling school in Florida, has signed a WWE developmental deal.

- Smackdown on 6/20 did a 2.1 fast national rating.

- The following press release, which describes JBL as retired, was released today.

WWE World Champion John Layfield and Baywood Launch 418 Energy

Joint Venture Between Baywood International, Inc. and Layfield, Inc. Yields Next Product for Golfing Industry

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 23, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Baywood International, Inc. (OTCBB: BAYW) announced today that, through Layfield Energy, it is launching 418 Energy, specifically formulated for golfers. 418 Energy is a triple spectrum energy drink with a blend of natural ingredients that act as an energy, anti-inflammatory and cognitive support formula. The product is delivered in a 2 ounce shot that can be taken straight from the bottle. The formula is designed to help golfers lower scores through pain relief, focus and consistent energy.

"Most golfers have a `bad' something, and we provide relief for aches and pains in one single serving of 418 Energy -- for 18 holes. Its blend of all-natural ingredients act as an anti-inflammatory, provide consistent energy and mental focus with no crash effect. 418 Energy is the only performance drink for golfers, and it was designed by avid, life-long golfers," stated John Layfield, C.E.O. of Layfield Energy.

Layfield Energy has assembled a talented, experienced sales force of 30 independent sales reps that cover 80% of the country, including 90% of all U.S. golf courses and golf retailers. There are 25,000,000+ golfers in the U.S. and over 17,000 Country Clubs.

418 Energy's proprietary formula contains a blend of herbal ingredients that provide anti-inflammatory support for pain relief, a cognitive support blend of ingredients helps them concentrate on their game and an energy blend that provides consistent energy with low caffeine, low sugar and no crash to help golfers finish their round with the same energy they started. The product has a mixed-berry flavor, can be consumed straight or with other beverages and is available at golf courses around the country. Please visit www.418energy.com for more information.

About John Layfield:

John "Bradshaw" Layfield ("JBL") wrestled from 1995 to 2006 with World Wrestling Entertainment, becoming the longest reigning champion in "Smackdown" television history. He now appears regularly on Fox Business as a guest Financial Analyst and political commentator. He has sponsored charity events for Make-A-Wish Foundation and The American Freedom Festival, raising monies for U.S. Soldiers. He wrote a personal financial planning book "Have More Money Now" and subsequently has appeared on every major network as a financial and political commentator. He has been to the Middle East seven times to visit the soldiers on behalf of the WWE, AFE and USO. Mr. Layfield joined Northeast Securities, Inc. in 2006 as Senior Vice President focused on new business development and he has significant experience and broad contacts in media and entertainment as well as knowledge in alternative energy.