Memphis: Where Wrestling Was RealAt the Mid-South Coliseum, Memphis' unique blend of slow-burn, story-driven matches and pre-MTV music video vignettes, captivated audiences every week.
Andy Kaufman vs. The King of Memphis
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Andy Kaufman vs. The King of MemphisOne of the most infamous stories in wrestling lore, TV star Andy Kaufman travelled from Hollywood to Memphis to wrestle women, before facing off against King Jerry Lawler.
AWA: Bodyslams in the Heartland
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AWA: Bodyslams in the HeartlandVerne Gagne created the American Wrestling Association with one singular goal: return dignity and athleticism to a business losing touch with both.
CWF: Bloodstains in the Everglades
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CWF: Bloodstains in the EvergladesChampionship Wrestling from Florida was known for a training regime that both elevated its wrestlers and literally broke newcomers, like future WWE star Hulk Hogan.
Stampede: The Hart of Pro Wrestling
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Stampede: The Hart of Pro WrestlingStampede Wrestling was formed and operated by the patriarch of the legendary Hart family. Stars were trained in the Hart Family basement gym, infamously known as "The Dungeon."
Polynesian: Wrestling's Island Dynasty
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Polynesian: Wrestling's Island DynastyPolynesian Pro Wrestling was formed by High Chief Peter Maivia, grandfather of Dwayne Johnson, and later run by his grandmother Lia, one of the first female wrestling promoters.
Portland: Where Wrestling Got Weird
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Portland: Where Wrestling Got WeirdThe Portland Wrestling territory was the premiere promotion of the Northwest, renowned for its extensive and loyal roster of eccentric talent and wild, eclectic storylines.
WCCW: Wrestling's Lone Star Legacy
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WCCW: Wrestling's Lone Star LegacyWCCW was a pioneering promotion overseen by the legendary Fritz Von Erich, who turned all five of his sons into megastars while running wild shows at the Dallas Sportatorium.
Crockett: Evil Heels of the Carolinas
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Crockett: Evil Heels of the CarolinasJim Crockett Promotions was the cornerstone Territory of the National Wrestling Alliance and the second largest wrestling promotion in the United States.
Mid-South: Bullets, Blades & Bar Fights
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Mid-South: Bullets, Blades & Bar FightsMid-South Wrestling launched the careers of stars like Junkyard Dog, Jake "The Snake" Roberts and "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, and earned a reputation for its strict locker room code.
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