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All American Pro Wrestling returned with another episode of "Collision," featuring a bout from the previous week's "Main Event," the biggest show in company history. 

But before getting to that point, fans were treated to the "Collision" debuts of two new superstars. 

Max Archer vs. Ace Hawkins

Archer made his way to the ring first, and he did no favors in terns of winning the fans to his side. Hawkins, the 2011 Pro Wrestling Illustrated Rookie of the Year, wasted no time, however, in rallying the crowd support. 

Hawkins started off the match with some armdrags and then launched himself over the top rope to splash onto Archer. Hawkins is known as a high flyer, and he took no time to showcase those skills. 

Archer, however, managed to gain control, slowing down the pace of the match. Archer used the rules to his advantage to gain a near fall on Hawkins, and when that came up short, he used his power advantage to try and wear Hawkins down. 

Hawkins attempted to use a high crossbody off the top turnbuckle to take Archer down, but his opponent rolled through the pin and regained control, putting Hawkins in danger. Hawkins used his speed and athleticism to fight back and ultimately put Archer away. 

Hawkins seems poised for a great year in 2012. 

Result: Ace Hawkins d. Max Archer

"Farmer" Billy Hills vs. "Playboy" Paul Rose 

This match was not only a battle of the big men, but also a battle of the biggest personalities in AAPW. Each man has characteristics that resonate with the fans, whether for the better or the worse. 

As Hills went up top to get the fans to cheer, "Playboy" attacked from behind. A missed charge to the corner would leave Rose in a bad position, as "Farmer" sent to ropes shaking and the pain reeling through "Playboy's" private parts. 

The action would spill to the outside, where Rose would find himself with further pain below the belt as he racked himself on the ring post. Hills brought the action back into the ring, where he displayed extraordinary agility for a man his size. 

Rose would find a way to even the score, however, and he proved he can move, too. For two big men, both these competitors can get around the ring. Momentum stayed in Rose's corner for several minutes, as he unleashed his offense on Hills, coming close to earning a submission on a chinlock. 

The timekeeper accidentally rang the bell, but the noise seemed to send "Farmer" into a frenzy, as he recovered and nailed a double axe-handle from the top for a nearfall. A patented sit-down reverse powerbomb would give Hills the win in this rematch. 

Result: "Farmer" Billy Hills d. "Playboy" Paul Rose

Backstage, "Golden Boy" Greg Anthony requested time with Executive Producer Chris Hagstrom. Anthony requested the time with Hagstrom to ask why he's giving away valuable television time. 

"Golden Boy" apparently took issue with the recent video segments advertising that "Justice will be served." Anthony said Hagstrom has wasted this time promoting a wrestler who hasn't even debuted yet. Next week, Anthony and Justice will meet one-on-one on "Collision."

"Boom Boom" Colt Cabana vs. "3G" Eric Wayne

This match emanated from a jam-packed arena with a record-setting attendance of 405 at "Main Event." 
Wayne threw his T-shirt at Hagstrom, which has been becoming a trend lately. Upset with the situation, Hagstrom threw the shirt back into the ring. Cabana took advantage of the situation, picking up the shirt and using it to taunt "3G" like a bull with a red cape. 

From the get-go, Wayne seemed a little hesitant to get too close to Cabana, trying to run out of the ring and then refusing to re-enter as Cabana held the ropes for him. Cabana instead embraced the referee - and got a little too friendly.

The antics of Cabana continued, but Wayne wanted nothing to do with it, forcing Cabana into the corner and delivering a slap. Wayne followed up with some stiff shots and a headlock. 

With both men free, Cabana did his signature running-the-ropes slap that must be seen to be believed. When Wayne tried the same move himself, he was met with a slap instead. 

Getting serious for a bit, Cabana took Wayne to the corners and delivered a wristlock, attempting to gain a real sense of control. The two displayed some chain wrestling skills, and Cabana gained the first nearfall of the match.
 
Wayne seemed to be in trouble, both because he was oversized and growing weary of Cabana's antics. He wanted to bring the match back to wrestling, and he wanted to send a message through his offense. A series of moves culminating in a high knee gave Wayne a nearfall of his own. 

"3G" continued to hold the advantage, while the fans rallied behind Cabana. As he went for a move off the top rope, Cabana got his feet up and sent Wayne to the ground. Cabana delivered a series of punched and  his signature big elbow before hitting a big splash with a family-unfriendly name to the corner.

Neither man would stay down, though. A diving headbutt gave Wayne another nearfall, but Cabana was able to reverse and lock in his specialty submission known as the Chicago Crab or the Billy Goat's Curse. Wayne, however, managed to make his way to the ropes and break the hold. 

"3G' responded with his own signature move, a Death Valley Driver, and managed to put Cabana down for the three count. 

Result: "3G" Eric Wayne d. "Boom Boom" Colt Cabana

Next week's episode is the season finale of "Collision" and will feature the AAPW Heavyweight Championship match between Edmund "Livewire" McGuire and "Old School Warrior" Ax Allwardt. 

To view past episodes of "Collision," visit www.vimeopro.com/aapw/collision. Pre-sales for the "Main Event" DVD begin Friday, Jan. 27, at www.aapwrestling.com.