Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: April 20, 1985 (taped 04/05)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
Can Kevin defeat Gino while on his World title path? What is the BIG announcement this week? And who will join me for this bacon’n’eggs episode?
World Class
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 04-06-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: April 6, 1985 (taped 03/22)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
If it’s Friday night, it’s time to head to the Sportatorium! While Hercules and Oliver grapple, how will Kerry and Adias fare against Eaton and Kiniski in the main event? And who will join me for this runaway episode?
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 03-30-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: March 30, 1985 (taped 03/22)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
Who are these guys called the “Dynamic Duo”? And how will the Von Erichs fare against them? Also, a familiar face returns to WCCW to face Oliver. Will he succeed? And who will join me for this dark and confusing episode?
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 03-23-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: March 23, 1985 (taped 03/22)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
Can Adias upset Adams? Will Hart get involved? And who is Sunshine’s mystery man? Given how daunting Cornette’s men are, she may need to summon a deity of some kind. Also, who will join me for this frightening reflection?
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 03-16-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: March 16, 1985 (taped 03/08)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
Will the Fantastics recapture the American tag titles? What’s the latest with Adams and Hart? And who will join me for this sloppy episode?
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 03-09-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: March 9, 1985 (taped 02/22)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
Will Kerry survive in the main event against the “Crippler”? Who will be in his corner to counter Cornette? And who will join me for this rather hairy episode?
The SmarK Rant for the Red River Showdown (Mid South v. World Class) – 07.27.85
The SmarK Rant for the Red River Showdown – 07.27.85
I really liked the suggestion of “Red River Showdown” as the name for these, for the Oklahoma v. Texas angle of these reviews. Plus I think Bruiser Brody’s chosen masked alias was Red River Jack, so it’s a nice little tribute to him as well. So once again, we journey back to 1985 for the battle between Mid South and World Class! But I need a logo, can someone with more Photoshop skillz than I have (ie, anyone) whip up a combination Mid South/World Class thing for me?
We’ll start with Bill Watts this week. And the thumbnail appears to be Dick Murdoch taking the Pledge of Allegiance so you know this is gonna be a good one.
The SmarK Rant for Mid-South v. World Class – 07.20.85
The SmarK Rant for Mid-South / World Class – 07.20.85
I think I need a catchier title for this series.
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 03-02-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: March 2, 1985 (taped 02/22)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
What will happen when Kevin and Kerry battle Adams and Hernandez in a lumberjack match? Who makes his WCCW TV debut tonight? And who will join me for this relatable episode?
The SmarK Rant for Mid-South v. World Class – 07.13.85
The SmarK Rant for World Class Championship Wrestling v. Mid-South Wrestling – 07.13.85
Man, I really enjoyed that episode of World Class I did last week, and I’m gonna carry on with this era for bit, even though I’m well aware that this is going to completely tank my numbers for the day and no one’s gonna read it. Also, I get the impression that people don’t really like Mid-Atlantic for whatever reason, so we’ll permanently go with World Class and Mid-South as the combatants.
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 02-23-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: February 23, 1985 (taped 02/08)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
How will the Midnight Express handle Adias and Mike? Will Sunshine have something to say with it? And who will join me for this reprisal of an episode?
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 02-16-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: February 16, 1985 (taped 02/08)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
Can Kerry retain the American title, or will Adams attain gold? What’s the latest on Haynes? And who will join me for this hard-hitting episode?
Uh…whoops, wrong tape. Let’s try again…
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 02-09-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: February 9, 1985 (taped 01/25)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
Will Mike earn a singles victory, or will Roberts wriggle his way toward a win? What’s on Cornette’s mind? And who will join me for this protective episode?
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 02-02-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: February 2, 1985 (taped 01/25)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
How will Kevin and Haynes deal with Adams and Hernandez? A popular name returns to WCCW, but how will he fare against Roberts? And who will help me to celebrate my birthday with this reflection?
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 01-26-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: January 26, 1985 (taped 01/11)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
How will Kerry clash with Adams? Will the Fantastics retain their titles against Cornette’s men? And just who is Hart’s “solution”? Also, who will join me for this investigative episode?
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 01-19-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: January 19, 1985 (taped 01/11)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Bill Mercer
Can Gordy attain greatness by winning the NWA World title? Who’s the young newcomer with the short hair and just a shred of flamboyance? Let’s find out!
Rock Star Gary presents WCCW Year in Review: 1984
1983 was such a banner year for WCCW. Some would call it WCCW’s best year due to all the great feuds. Of course, the Von Erich-Freebird feud tops the list but also David Von Erich-Jimmy Garvin, “Iceman” King Parsons-Buddy Roberts, and Chris Adams-Jimmy Garvin deserve mention. Of course, the battle of the valets between Sunshine and Precious cannot be ignored.
What happens in 1984? Can WCCW keep the momentum going as their syndicated show gets more coverage across the country?
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 01-12-1985
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: January 12, 1985 (taped 12/25)
Attendance: 20,000
Hosted by Bill Mercer
How will Kevin fare in a lumberjack match against Adams? Will the Midnight Express make a name for themselves at the expense of the Fantastics? And who will join me in this journey of an episode?
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 01-05-1985
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Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: January 5, 1985 (taped 12/25)
Attendance: 20,000
Hosted by Bill Mercer
Can Kerry become a 2-time NWA World champion by defeating Flair? Who will survive the elimination match and remain in WCCW? Will Mike and Haynes get squashed by Hernandez and Jake? And who will join me for this eyewitness episode?
Uh, while this episode brings some news, the actual newscast isn’t a special guest.
Rock Star Gary reflects on WCCW 12-29-1984
Taped from Dallas, TX
Airdate: December 29, 1984 (taped 12/14)
Attendance: unknown
Hosted by Marc Lowrance
Can Gordy defeat the Missing Link? How will Mike fare against a blond guy from “Hollywood”? And who will join me for this sizzling episode?