Reported by Adam Martin of WrestleView.com
On Wednesday, December 5, 2007 at 3:32 PM EST

Dory Funk Jr. sent this in:

Funk's Corner - Was it a Work or a Shoot?

Old School Days - On a Saturday night, my friend from high school Leonard Miller was staying over at the Flying Mare Ranch in Umbarger, Texas.

My father was wrestling that night in Hereford, Texas just 16 miles down the road. It was always a thrill for my high school friends to go to wrestling.

The Hereford Lions Club was the sponsor of professional wrestling in the Hereford Bull Barn. An "Old Timer," Mr. Doul was the promoter and representative for the Lions Club.

The card was:

Bob Geigel and Dory Funk Sr. vs Rip Rogers (Eddie Graham) and Art Nelson. Two out of three falls one hour time limit.

Ricky Romero vs El Gordo.
Two out of three falls 45 minutes time limit.

The opening warm up match was Bob Geigel vs Art Nelson, One fall ten minute time limit.

That was the whole card.

Referee that night was our high school freshman football coach, John Ussury, Son of the promoter in Littlefield, Texas John Ussury Sr.

John was small but a good athlete having played halfback for The Eastern New Mexico University Lobos the previous year. John was prematurely bald and we often called him Chrome Dome.

It was always fun in the dressing room. Hereford had an easy attitude, No big time pressure, just a fun night.

When the main event went into the ring, my friend and I had front row seats. In the third and final fall, all four men were in the ring at once and Coach John Ussury was trying to push Bob Geigel back to his corner when Eddie Graham reached up and grabbed John by the back pocket of his referee pants and yanked hard. The whole ass came out of his referee pants and to the shock of all the fans he had no underwear on. John Mooned everybody in the Hereford Bull Barn.

My friend and I were falling off our seats laughing along with the fans.

Shortly thereafter, Dory Funk Sr. won the match with the spinning toe hold. The referee continued the match even holding Dory Sr. and Bob Geigel's hand up seemingly never knowing his pants were torn and his ass was hanging out.

As we returned to the dressing room, Dory Sr., Ricky, Bob Geigel and John Ussury were setting around laughing. John was holding a pair of blue underwear in his hands. The Promoter from the Lion's Club, Mr. Doul came into the dressing room and demanded an explanation.

Coach Ussury looked up and said, "Would you believe this is the first time I ever forgot to put my under tights on before going into the ring?"

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Dory Funk Jr. - Coach of the Funking Conservatory

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CHIKARA sent this in:

CHIKARA: Free show on December 9 at Penn State's Alumni Hall!

In conjunction with PSU's Pro-Wrestling Club, we are pleased to announce a card that simply must be titled "Stephen Colbert > Bill O'Reilly" at the Alumni Hall of PSU's main campus. Here, we will do everything under the sun to deliver the main event we could not on November 18th, and just so you don't pass this up, we're making the show free to the public - college students, political pundits and wrestling fans all. Here's the complete card for Sunday's extravaganza:

~LET'S TRY THIS AGAIN!~
Claudio Castagnoli vs. Chris Hero

~TAG TEAM WARFARE!~
Los Ice Creams vs. The Osirian Portal

~FIRST TIME EVER!~
Mitch Ryder vs. Tim Donst

~TRIOS EXPLOSION!~
The Colony vs. The Order of the Neo Solar Temple

~EQUINOX UNMASKED!~
Vin Gerard vs. Shane Storm

~JUST ADDED!~
F.I.S.T. & Brodie Lee vs. Sara Del Rey & Cheech & Cloudy

Tomorrow, we roll out our 3rd pod-per-view! Stop by www.chikarapodcast.com for more info starting Thursday!

Last week, Smart Mark Video released our 3 November events - "Battle of Who Could Care Less," "The Sordid Perils of Everyday Existence," and even the much-discussed "Chapter 11!"

Since you're online, check out our totally revamped homepage with tons of new photos, original artwork, info and hoo-ha! Join the rest of the CHIKARMY and come see us live; keep up to date with all things CHIKARA by subscribing to our free, weekly podcast !

"Stephen Colbert > Bill O'Reilly"
Sunday afternoon, December 9th, 2007
Live @ Alumni Hall (Penn State University)!
129 HUB-Robeson Center on the Main Campus
in State College, PA!
Admission is Free!
Doors open at 5:40 pm. Bell time is 6:00 pm!

Our homebase: http://www.chikarapro.com
For our free, weekly video podcast: http://www.chikarapodcast.com
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IWF sent this in:

Independent Wrestling Federation
Website: http://www.WrestlingIWF.com
MySpace: http://www.MySpace.com/WrestlingIWF

IWF Pro Wrestling School Begins 9th Year with Open House December 8-9:
Tuition Discounts & Free Tickets Offered to Visitors @ West Paterson Facility

(WEST PATERSON, NJ)- Aspiring wrestlers ready to rumble their way to stardom and become the next Rock or Hulk Hogan can fulfill their dream! This Saturday, December 8 and Sunday, December 9, 2007, from 12-4 pm, Independent Wrestling Federation hosts its ninth annual Open House Weekend at IWF Centre, 32 Willow Way, West Paterson, NJ.

Established in 1999, IWF Pro Wrestling School trains hundreds of prospects ages 15 and up from 16 states and six countries that compete in bouts across the world. During the open house, prospective students get an up-close look inside the training methods of a wrestler. IWF Centre features a wrestling ring, weight-room, video classroom, and hosts monthly exhibitions where trainees showcase their skills for family and friends.

IWF American Champion Kevin Knight, a 12-year ring veteran and IWF head trainer, leads classes that cover basic holds, high-flying moves and character development. Knight and 16 of his graduates performed on WWE Raw and SmackDown television and pay-per-view events, including former IWF Champion Damian Adams, former IWF Champion Fred Sampson, and former American Champion Travis Blake. IWF Commissioner Rich Ross recently joined the management team at USA Network & NBC Universal partnering with WWE, supervising Raw and ECW programming.

“Wrestlers excel in our program and receive WWE tryout opportunities as a result of our first-class training regimen coupled with our friendly and safe environment," said Knight. “Our top graduates literally circle the globe, traveling to Canada, Puerto Rico and Japan."

IWF graduates also network within the entertainment business appearing in television shows and commercials. Former IWF referee Kev Kage stars as Rangers hockey mascot “Bobby Granger" on the MSG Network. IWF Champion Tony Torres and IWF Tag Team Champion Justin Corino appeared on Nickelodeon's W.A.C.K. wrestling program.

“To supplement our year-round training program, we host clinics with wrestling superstars and legends," added Knight. “WWE Hall of Famer Tito Santana, Honky Tonk Man, Stevie Richards, Tom Prichard and UFC’s Ken Shamrock appeared as guest instructors."

The open house is free and visitors can tour the facility, meet wrestlers and staff, and watch an in-ring exhibition. Tuition discounts and free event tickets will be offered to those who attend on December 8 and 9. IWF also hosts a fun-filled Pro Wrestling Youth Winter Clinic for kids ages 12-17 on December 28-29-30. For information visit www.WrestlingIWF.com.

Independent Wrestling Federation produces family friendly live events and hosts children's birthday parties. IWF Pro Wrestling School, recognized as the premiere training facility in the Northeast by countless media outlets, hosts weekly Open House Tours every Saturday and Sunday afternoon and Tuesday and Wednesday evening.

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IWF Pro Wrestling Youth Winter Clinic Dec 28-29-30 in West Paterson:
7th Annual Program for Kids Ages 12-17 at IWF Wrestling School

(WEST PATERSON, NJ)- This December, the Independent Wrestling Federation hosts the seventh annual Pro Wrestling Youth Winter Clinic at IWF Centre, 32 Willow Way, West Paterson, NJ. Session two takes place December 28-29-30. Daily session time is 10 am to 4 pm, and the three-day clinic is open to boys and girls ages 12-17. Kids learn basic moves and techniques in a friendly and safe environment under the direction of Kevin Knight, a 12-year ring veteran and IWF head trainer.

"This amazing program provides kids a taste of what it's like to be a wrestler and gain an insight into the dynamic world of sports-entertainment," said Knight. "It's a chance to get active during the holiday breaks from school and have some fun!"

Top IWF stars also appear as guest instructors. All participants receive an IWF shirt and free event tickets. On the final day of the session, kids perform in a live exhibition for their families and friends.

"Our kids will have a blast as they emulate their favorite wrestling stars under complete supervision in our padded ring…its great exercise and an incredible experience they will never forget," Knight added.

This past summer, more than 30 youngsters from four states, including as far away as Tennessee, hit the mat during the popular clinic. For information or to receive an application, visit www.WrestlingIWF.com.

Established in 1999, IWF School trains hundreds of wrestlers from 16 states and six countries that compete in professional bouts around the globe. Knight and 16 of his graduates performed on WWE Raw and SmackDown television events and pay-per-view extravaganzas.

Independent Wrestling Federation produces family-friendly live events and hosts children’s Birthday Parties. IWF Pro Wrestling School, recognized as the premiere training facility in the Northeast by countless media outlets, hosts weekly Open House Tours every Saturday and Sunday afternoon and Tuesday and Wednesday evening.

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Independent Wrestling Federation
Presents:
8th Annual Tournament of Champions Weekend

Saturday, December 15, 2007, 7:30 pm
& Sunday, December 16, 2007, 4:00 pm
@ IWF Centre, 32 Willow Way, West Paterson, NJ

** December 15 marks the 275th IWF Live Event...Special Fan Raffles Both Days! **

Two-Day, 16-Man, Single Elimination Tournament Featuring:
IWF Heavyweight Champion Tony Torres
IWF American Champion Kevin Knight
IWF Tag Team Champion Justin Corino
IWF Tag Team Champion Frank Scoleri
IWF Junior Champion Chris Steeler
BoneCrusher Fred Sampson
Travis Blake
Franciz
Biggie Biggs
Dangerous Dan McGuire
Antonio Rivera
Bryan Harley
Jana
Evan Schwartz
Kareem West
Mike Jenkins

And several non-tournament bouts. Also appearing are Commissioner Rich Ross, Dan Marques, Jason Roberts, Nes Lopez, Kristina, Matt Bennett, Barry Delaney & more. Plus much more to be announced. Check back soon for updates at www.WrestlingIWF.com.

Watch the December Edition of the IWF Eruption Webcast on www.WrestlingIWF.com. Check out the preview of the upcoming 8th Annual Tournament of Champions Weekend Live Events on Saturday, December 15 and Sunday, December 16, 2007.

Appearing on the Eruption Webcast:
IWF Heavyweight Champion Tony Torres
IWF American Champion Kevin Knight
IWF Junior Champion Chris Steeler
BoneCrusher Fred Sampson
Travis Blake
Franciz
Commissioner Rich Ross
Biggie Biggs
Dangerous Dan McGuire
Antonio Rivera
Bryan Harley
Jana
Evan Schwartz
Mike Jenkins