About Wrestling King of Sports

Preserving the legacy of Amarillo Texas professional wrestling

The History

The Amarillo wrestling territory was one of the most storied regions in professional wrestling history, producing legends who would go on to become world champions.

From 1974 to 1980, the Sports Arena in Amarillo, Texas hosted some of the most exciting professional wrestling matches in the country. Operated by the legendary Funk family, this territory became known for its hard-hitting action and the caliber of talent that passed through its doors.

The Funks – Dory Funk Sr., Dory Funk Jr., and Terry Funk – built Amarillo into a must-stop destination for any wrestler looking to make their name in the business. Future NWA World Heavyweight Champions like Harley Race, Ted DiBiase, and Ric Flair all honed their craft in front of the passionate Amarillo crowds.

Our Collection

This website is dedicated to preserving and sharing the authentic posters, programs, and memorabilia from this golden era of Amarillo wrestling. Our collection includes:

Event Posters

Original event posters advertising upcoming wrestling cards at the Sports Arena and other venues throughout the territory.

Wrestling Programs

Authentic programs sold at events containing match cards, wrestler profiles, and historical articles.

Each item in our collection has been carefully scanned and preserved to ensure that future generations can appreciate the artistry and history of this era in professional wrestling.

Featured Wrestlers

The Amarillo territory was home to some of the greatest names in wrestling history:

Terry Funk
Hardcore legend and NWA World Champion
Dory Funk Jr
NWA World Heavyweight Champion
Harley Race
8-time NWA World Champion
Ted DiBiase
The Million Dollar Man
Ric Flair
The Nature Boy
Andre The Giant
The Eighth Wonder of the World

Our Mission

Wrestling King of Sports is dedicated to preserving the rich history of professional wrestling in the Amarillo territory. Our mission is to:

  • Preserve authentic wrestling memorabilia for future generations
  • Educate fans about the history of the Amarillo wrestling territory
  • Honor the wrestlers who made this era so memorable
  • Connect fans with our shared wrestling heritage
Collection Stats
Posters 500+
Programs 200+
Wrestlers 150+
Years Covered 1974-1980
Key Moments
  • 1974

    Funk family establishes the territory

  • 1975

    Dory Funk Jr. wins NWA World Title

  • 1977

    Terry Funk becomes NWA Champion

  • 1980

    Golden era continues with new stars

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