In the wake of TNA’s recent Bound For Glory pay-per-view, where the company announced an attendance record of 7,794 fans, rumors immediately began flying online. Some fans speculated that to hit that number, TNA must have handed out a large number of free tickets. One person in particular, Moose, was quick to shoot down those claims.
🎯 What Happened & Why the Rumors Emerged
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During the event, TNA declared the 7,794 turnout as a new all-time attendance record.
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Some skeptics suggested that the figure was inflated through complimentary tickets — that a big chunk of the crowd got in for free.
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The speculation gained traction on social media and wrestling forums, putting pressure on TNA to defend the legitimacy of the number.
🗣 Moose’s Response
Moose addressed the rumors directly on X (formerly Twitter), using strong language to reject the idea that TNA gave away thousands of free seats:
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He called out claims that "half of our record setting attendance was free tickets" as “brain dead,” defending the figure as real.
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Moose contrasted the current success with tougher times. He recalled that in 2016–2017, he and major names like The Hardys, Cody Rhodes, Drew McIntyre, and Bobby Lashley performed at Universal Studios before about 150 people — and in that era, every ticket was free, because that venue didn’t allow paid ticketing.
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He acknowledged that it’s normal in the business to comp a few tickets (200–300) for sponsors, press, media, and family, but insisted that giving away something like 3,000 free tickets is not realistic or sustainable for any promotion.
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Moose argued that no business would operate at such a loss just to fill seats, and pointed out that smaller wrestling promotions would have used that strategy long ago if it were viable.
He wrapped up by urging fans to appreciate TNA’s growth and momentum, rather than dwell on conspiracy theories. His message: the numbers are earned, the crowd was real, and the promotion is on an upward trajectory.
💡 Bigger Picture & What This Means
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Moose’s tone and passion highlight how much is riding on TNA’s resurgence. The company is trying to regain credibility and visibility, and breaking attendance records helps with that.
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The skepticism from fans is not unusual. Wrestling audiences often question announced attendance figures, especially when a promotion touts a “record” or “sellout.”
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By confronting the rumors head-on, Moose is not only defending TNA’s success, but also staking a claim to transparency — and trying to protect the company’s reputation.
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Whether everyone accepts his explanation is another matter, but his response serves as a strong rebuttal and illustrates how seriously TNA and its talent are treating this moment.
🔍 What the Sources Say
TNA’s Own Statement & Records
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TNA officially announced that the crowd at Bound for Glory — held on October 12, 2025 at the Tsongas Center in Lowell, Massachusetts — was 7,794.
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They also claimed that this number surpasses their prior North American attendance record of 7,623, set at Slammiversary 2025 at the UBS Arena.
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The TNA announcement states that the 7,794 figure is also a new record for any sporting event at the Tsongas Center.
These statements come from TNA’s own media channels, which naturally will present the promotional perspective.
Independent / Media Reporting
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Several wrestling news sites (WhatCulture, Ringside News) repeated the 7,794 figure as a “record” for TNA in North America.
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The Wikipedia page for Bound for Glory (2025) lists Attendance: 7,794 and notes that the event set "the highest attended TNA event in North America … as well as the highest attended sports event in the history of the Tsongas Center."
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An article discussing the venue notes that the Tsongas Center has a capacity of at least 7,800 for concerts, and mentions that TNA reconfigured seating for this show.
That last point is interesting: if the venue’s concert capacity is “at least 7,800,” then a claimed 7,794 is within the realm of possibility (assuming full or nearly full seating), especially if the configuration allowed for maximum usage of seats/stands.
⚠️ Analysis & Caveats
While the number 7,794 is widely reported and adopted across many sources, there are important caveats to bear in mind:
Aspect What Supports the Number What Raises Doubt / Ambiguity Venue Capacity / Feasibility The Tsongas Center is noted to have a concert capacity “at least 7,800” in one report. “At least 7,800” is vague — it doesn’t confirm full capacity, nor the configuration used for a wrestling show (which can reduce available seating) No Independent “Turnstile Count” Found None of the sources I found provide a neutral, independent audit (e.g. turnstile or ticket-scan count) Many wrestling promotions announce attendance based on “paid + comps” or internal tallies, which can differ from external verification Promotional Interest It is beneficial for TNA to publicize a strong number (record attendance) to build momentum and image Promotions have been known to inflate numbers or round them for marketing purposes in the industry Consistency Among Reports Multiple media outlets echo the same figure, suggesting at least consensus on the claim The echo effect can also mean that unverified numbers propagate without independent checking I did not find any credible local news source in Massachusetts (e.g. daily newspapers, city reporting) that confirms or disputes the 7,794 figure using independent metrics. If there had been a report citing stadium officials, fire marshal numbers, or local press debunking or validating, that would lend stronger weight — but I didn’t find one in my search.
✅ Conclusion
Based on what’s publicly available:
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The 7,794 figure is the officially claimed attendance by TNA — and is repeated in most media coverage of the event.
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The number appears to be feasible in terms of venue capacity (though with caveats about configuration).
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There is no clear independent verification (e.g. turnstile or ticket scanning data) that I could locate to absolutely confirm or refute the claim.
So, while I can’t declare the number definitively true or false, the sources suggest it’s plausible — but also not beyond question.
If you like, I can try to dig into local Lowell / Massachusetts news archives or venue records to see if anything shows up that strongly confirms or disproves it. Do you want me to continue that deeper level of research for you?
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