Darien Hardaway Shines as Three Legacies Wrestling Delivers Red Rose Rumble 3 in Lancaster

Erick Padilla

Lancaster, PA — September 6, 2025

Three Legacies Wrestling returned to Penn Medicine Park with its biggest event of the year, Red Rose Rumble 3, and the night delivered unforgettable moments, shocking title changes, and a career-defining performance from Darien Hardaway.

A Night of Surprises

The evening kicked off with a pre-show clash where Joe Clean scored a victory over Side Show, setting the tone for a high-energy night.

One of the early highlights came when Al Snook dethroned Tarzan Duran to capture the 3LW Legacy Championship, proving that the Legacy division continues to be one of the most competitive in independent wrestling.

In a special SWO showcase match, the Almighty Syndicate defeated the team of Tim Rush and Matt Vertigo, showcasing talent from outside the 3LW roster.

Legends and Rising Stars Collide

The event blended wrestling’s past and future, but one of the night’s most talked-about moments came in the clash between Breaux Keller and former WWE star EC3.

EC3, who was reportedly injured the night before at an NWA event in Florida, initially announced he would not compete. However, Lancaster’s own Breaux Keller wasn’t having it. Keller called EC3 a “chicken,” reminding him, “That’s not how we do things here in Lancaster.” Fired up and unwilling to back down, EC3 agreed to the match—but it was over almost as quickly as it began. Keller shocked the crowd by defeating EC3 in under a minute, cementing his place as one of 3LW’s rising stars.

Another standout bout featured Chavo Guerrero Jr. teaming with Ricardo Rodriguez to defeat the duo of Nice and Smooth, giving fans a taste of nostalgia mixed with fresh action. Keep an eye out for Nice and Smooth these guys have a bright future in this business.

In the women’s division, Zoey Cannon, stepping in for Zayda Steel, defeated Izzy Moreno in a hard-fought battle.

The Path to Gold

The stakes were raised in a thrilling Fatal 4-Way match as Just Jay outlasted Smiley, Javi, and Samurai Del Sol to become the new number-one contender for the Legacy Championship.

Meanwhile, the 3LW Tag Team Championship was contested under 2-out-of-3 Falls rules, where champions South Philly’s Finest survived the challenge of Glitterati (JS Hawthorne & Ava Everett), retaining their titles by a 2-1 margin.

Darien Hardaway’s Defining Moment

The night ultimately belonged to Darien Hardaway. First, he conquered the stacked field to win the Red Rose Rumble, securing a guaranteed title opportunity. Later, in the main event, Hardaway cashed in his chance against Savio Vega and emerged victorious, capturing the 3LW Heavyweight Championship.

With this double accomplishment, Hardaway solidified himself as the face of Three Legacies Wrestling, leaving Lancaster fans buzzing about what comes next in his reign.

Looking Ahead

Red Rose Rumble 3 was more than just another independent wrestling show—it was a showcase of legends, breakout performances, and defining career moments. With new champions crowned and rivalries set in motion, Three Legacies Wrestling proved once again why it’s a must-see promotion in the heart of Pennsylvania.