Club 520 - Street Profits on WrestleMania 41, LeBron & Curry Comparison, BEST WWE Hoopers

Release Date: April 26, 2025

Hosts:

• DJ Wells: Host of Club 520 Podcast
• Bishop: Co-host
• Teague: Guest and member of Street Profits

1. Introduction and Setting the Stage

Timestamp: [02:14]

DJ Wells welcomes listeners to another episode of the Club 520 Podcast from Las Vegas, coinciding with WrestleMania 41. The atmosphere is electric as the hosts introduce the presence of champions in the building and set the tone for a high-energy discussion centered around wrestling and sports.

DJ Wells:
"We out in Vegas with Wrestlemania. It's only right. We got some champions in the building, man."
[02:14]

2. WrestleMania 41: Experiences and Highlights

Timestamp: [02:30] - [05:05]

The conversation delves into personal experiences attending WrestleMania 41. Teague shares his enthusiasm as a first-time attendee and expresses admiration for the event's legacy.

Teague:
"It's my first WrestleMania, but y'all know I'm a huge fan, so I'm hyped."
[02:30]

They reminisce about memorable moments, including incidents from previous events that highlighted the realness and intensity of wrestling.

DJ Wells:
"I went to a wrestling match and a swarm, he missed. And the fail. I'm not wrong for being mad at that. My brother paid good money for that."
[04:10]

Bishop:
"They gotta be something for sure."
[04:55]

3. Personal Journeys into Wrestling

Timestamp: [10:19] - [33:34]

Teague and DJ Wells share their unique paths to joining the wrestling world. Teague discusses his military background and transition into wrestling, highlighting the mentorship from key figures like Dusty Rose and Kevin Owens.

Teague:
"Jerry Briscoe walks up and said, 'Hey, I'm Jerry Briscoe from WWE. Let's talk about getting a tryout.' And so we talked for a minute... the rest is history."
[23:44]

DJ Wells recounts his own story of balancing college football with wrestling tryouts, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and support from coaches.

DJ Wells:
"If my defensive coordinator never took me to the coaches, I'm probably not sitting here right now."
[32:55]

4. LeBron & Curry Comparison: Basketball Titans

Timestamp: [30:24] - [33:32]

The hosts engage in a spirited discussion comparing NBA legends LeBron James and Stephen Curry. They analyze each player's impact on the game, playing styles, and their roles as leaders on their respective teams.

DJ Wells:
"I compare it to, like, a live movie, but it's one take. Like LeBron is the real hybrid of that."
[53:07]

Teague:
"It's a range right there. The real hybrid off that."
[53:17]

The conversation touches on how both athletes have redefined their positions and influenced younger players, drawing parallels to their wrestling personas.

5. Best WWE Hoopers: Blending Wrestling and Basketball Skills

Timestamp: [51:19] - [53:44]

Shifting focus back to wrestling, the hosts debate who the best "WWE hoopers" are—wrestlers with exceptional basketball skills. They highlight the athleticism and versatility required to excel in both arenas.

DJ Wells:
"When y'all play one on one, what's the score? I gave you six."
[51:49]

Teague:
"I'm afraid of heights, so that's why I do the move to try to break my fear of it."
[49:08]

They praise wrestlers who seamlessly integrate basketball moves into their wrestling techniques, enhancing their in-ring performances.

6. Personal Milestones and First Earnings

Timestamp: [30:12] - [27:43]

Teague and DJ Wells reflect on their first earnings from wrestling. Teague shares a heartfelt moment of purchasing a Bible with his first paycheck, symbolizing his gratitude and grounding in faith.

Teague:
"I went and bought a Bible. That's the first thing I did."
[24:04]

DJ Wells humorously recounts paying off student loans and purchasing practical items, underscoring the importance of financial responsibility.

DJ Wells:
"I paid off Sallie Mae. I called, I was like, 'Sally, no more.'”
[26:10]

7. Iconic Moments and Signature Moves

Timestamp: [46:44] - [50:58]

The hosts share anecdotes about their most memorable matches and signature moves. Teague discusses his Frog Splash, paying homage to legends like Eddie Guerrero and Rob Van Dam.

Teague:
"I gotta pay homage to these guys. So I gotta take it to another echelon, like way up there."
[49:08]

DJ Wells describes the adrenaline rush of making high-impact entrances and executing moves that leave lasting impressions on the audience.

DJ Wells:
"When you step in front of the crowd, all eyes on you. You gotta make that impression."
[45:25]

8. Closing Thoughts and Future Endeavors

Timestamp: [53:44] - [54:19]

In the concluding segment, the hosts express their appreciation for the wrestling community and reflect on the journey that brought them to this point. They emphasize the importance of representation and inspiring the next generation of wrestlers and athletes.

Bishop:
"Salute to y'all for setting the tone for a lot of young people who love watching wrestling."
[53:44]

DJ Wells:
"We gonna have to do this again, man. One more time."
[54:19]

Notable Quotes

• Teague on Overcoming Fear:
  "I'm actually afraid of heights, so that's why I do the move to try to break my fear of it."
  [49:08]

• DJ Wells on Making Impressions:
  "You gotta make that impression on them. Yeah."
  [45:16]

• Teague on First Earnings:
  "I went and bought a Bible. That's the first thing I did."
  [24:04]

Conclusion

This episode of Club 520 offers an insightful blend of wrestling anecdotes, personal growth stories, and sports comparisons. Through candid conversations, DJ Wells, Bishop, and Teague provide listeners with a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of professional wrestlers and their multifaceted talents both inside and outside the ring. Whether discussing the thrills of WrestleMania, the prowess of basketball legends, or the journey to financial freedom, the hosts deliver an engaging and inspiring narrative for fans and newcomers alike.