Posts in category Profiles

By Mike Mooneyham Nov. 18, 2007 For as long as I can remember, Mary Lillian Ellison has been “one of us.” Born in the small …

By Mike Mooneyham Aug. 5, 2007 He wasn’t flashy or flamboyant, didn’t cut money promos, and didn’t care much for gimmicks. But he didn’t have …

By Mike Mooneyham June 16, 2007 Second of two parts Ivan Koloff will go down in wrestling history as one of the profession’s most hated …

By Mike Mooneyham May 13, 2007 Bruiser Brody was stabbed to death on July 16, 1988, in the locker room of Juan Lobriel Stadium in …

By Mike Mooneyham March 18, 2007 There’ll never be another “Big Cat.” Ernie Ladd, who passed away last weekend at the age of 68 following …

By Mike Mooneyham Feb. 4, 2007 Final in a series Don’t try telling Cowboy Bob Kelly there’s no such thing as miracles. He’ll quickly point …

By Mike Mooneyham Feb. 1, 2007 Second in a series Cowboy Bob Kelly chuckles when fans approach him today. The longtime Gulf Coast wrestling star …

By Mike Mooneyham Jan. 21, 2007 First In A Series Pro wrestlers have always been a wayfaring lot, especially during the sport’s bygone era, when …

By Mike Mooneyham Dec. 31, 2006 It’s an appropriate time to reflect upon the many influential wrestling personalities who passed away in 2006. They all …

By Mike Mooneyham Dec. 10, 2006 Barbara Ellison stands barely 5 feet tall, and loves to talk about gardening and grandchildren. She’s also pretty good …