Back to the Territories #07 | Terry Funk | Amarillo

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Published 2023-08-24
The hard-nosed Amarillo territory of yesteryear can have its roots traced to one man... Dory Funk, Sr. A star in the ring and a highly respected promoter and owner, Dory Sr. churned out talents that would go on to be superstars both in the ring and as bookers. Texans looking for no-frills pro wrestling in the mid-century looked no further than Dory's towns.

But an even more remarkable thing happened as Dory Sr. gave the world to strapping young bucks that would not only go on to national prominence as a tag team but also both became NWA World Champions. This feat is unprecedented and one of those sons, Terry Funk, is there to take us back in time to the Amarillo territory of the Funk family.

Join our resident mad scientist, Jim Cornette, and get ready to hop in and hit another territory of the past!!!

00:00 - Introductions
00:14 - Dory Funk Sr. And Amarillo Wrestling
11:48 - The Evolution of UFC and Wrestling
25:05 - West Texas Sports and Travel
31:17 - Zales and Wrestling Promoters
46:36 - Texas Death Match and Wrestling Stories
1:02:46 - Stories From the Wrestling Business
1:11:00 - Wrestlers
1:21:00 - Wrestling Legends Talk NWA Title Success
1:33:50 - Memorable Stories and Riots in Wrestling
1:45:18 - Career Highlights and Memories in Wrestling
1:51:59 - In-Ring Performers and Suspension of Disbelief
1:57:37 - The Evolution of Wrestling in Amarillo
2:11:57 - Reflections and Farewell in the Territories
All Comments (21)
  • @niteporter
    Rest In Peace Terry Funk. Thank you so much for everything. Sean Oliver you're the man.
  • @zlinedavid
    Nice gesture Sean, class act as always. And rest in peace Terry. Thanks for the years of entertainment you provided. Won’t ever be forgotten.
  • @CuteLesbo69
    RIP Terry, we will miss you, but I'm happy you are reunited with your wife.
  • @GuitarAnthony
    God bless you, Terry. Your dad and Gary Hart are waiting at the gates for you.
  • @frankbank0892
    It's crazy seeing him here still looking pretty good and youthful but how he aged rapidly in a few short years. When I was a kid and first heard him speak in his normal voice I was fascinated by how soft-spoken he was.
  • @ThoughtPolice007
    Sean " The Pride Of New Jersey" Oliver pulls another clutch class act, thank you Sean
  • @Copperstoned
    Rest in Peace, Desperado! Thank you for the wonderful childhood memories! Without you, I never would have known the essence of what a pro-wrestler is supposed to be and what pro-wrestling should and could be! Charisma, story-telling, moves, psychology, building oneself up from the ground up, fighting back, the lineage, impact on business, longevity, promos and that soothing voice, everything about Terry Funk exuded vibes of a legendary stature. 🙏
  • @dealt
    God bless the Funk family
  • @airfixx_8952
    RiP to a TRUE legend.... We'll miss you, Funker!
  • @DJWreckAlot
    Death is consistent, a legacy is the thing you work for. I bet Adam funk couldn't imagine over 100 years later his grandson would be remembered and appreciated more than anything he could imagine. To make your ancestors proud and to continue life is the main job of human. I love and miss you already, Terry funk! RIP forever, you worked on your legacy, and your forever known as one of the best!
  • @cstomp1
    Terry Funk is an absolute icon. Top 5 wrestler easily. What a body of work he's left us. I implore everyone to check it out. A truly special performer. RIP Terry.
  • @Calvin-yo6lc
    Every time we lose a legend, we lose a large part of wrestling history
  • @PittheadX
    "My eye, my eye, my eye"... is finally closed. RIP The Funker.
  • @wallacedequaine5904
    Rest easy Mr. Terry Funk, thanks for all the great memories. The sport of pro wrestling lost a true legend… one of my all time favourite stars in the ring ❤