The National Wrestling Alliance issued this press release:

RIC FLAIR AND THE NWA™: TOGETHER AGAIN!

Charlotte, NC – The National Wrestling Alliance® presents 16 time World Heavyweight Champion and NWA™ Hall of Famer “Nature Boy” Ric Flair on October 4, 2008 at the RMB Fairgrounds in Robstown, TX. The meet and greet autograph session is a benefit for the area Boy’s and Girls Club and is a chance for fans to get close the legend.

“This is not only a great opportunity for Ric’s many fans in the Corpus Christi area, but it’s for a great cause; the Boys and Girls Club. I’m glad that the NWA and Ric are finally working together. It’s been a long time coming and we’re planning for a long lasting relationship,” said NWA Executive Director Robert K. Trobich.

“The idea of having such a high profile person like Ric Flair just floors us! His being involved with our fund raiser will raise the level of attention and we’re hoping he’ll interest folks to come out because every penny counts and our after school programs needs it,” stated Anne Baker, Chief Professional Officer, Boys and Girls Club of Corpus Christi and Robstown, TX.

“I am anxious for this trip to Corpus Christi for many reasons. First, because its for the Boys and Girls Club. They offer great social and athletic opportunities to young people and I’m happy to be helping them raise some money. Also, this is the first time in 20 years that the NWA and myself will be conducting business and I’m wanting to see the wrestling later that night,” said Ric Flair.

The Ric Flair/Boys and Girls Club benefit is a separate admission to the wrestling event later in the evening. For tickets or additional information please call 361-387-9002 or visit www.rmbfairgrounds.com. For information on the National Wrestling Alliance please visit www.nwawrestling.com.