Posted By: DJ

30 Jan 2008

Bob Orton is involved with Tennessee Mountain Wrestling and is in their Hall of Fame. He will also be training wrestlers there. He wrote a piece on the site about what the Tennessee area means to him:
"Wrestling fans there is no other place than Knoxville, Tennessee that we could start the Hall of Fame Wrestling Show. I’m coming to Knoxville for the Hall of Fame Wrestling Show and I’ve got a lot of guys that I’m bringing to the hall of Fame. The Bullet Bob Armstrong, Ronnie Garvin, Ron Wright, former WWE wrestling champion - Mr. Fuji, Jimmy Golden, former WCW Champion Buff Bagwell, the Dirty White Boy - Tony Anthony. There will be other wrestlers put into the hall of fame at the legends show in Knoxville this summer.

I believe everyone knows the WWE has been good to the Orton family. I’m in the WWE 2005 Hall of Fame and my son, Randy Orton, is the WWE Heavyweight Champion. I lived in Knoxville in the late seventies and my son Randy was born at UT hospital in Knoxville, TN. I moved to St. Louis staying in contact with Terry Landell all these years. Terry tells me there is a problem in Knoxville and I will be standing behind him for what ever needs to be done. He has worked in wrestling around Knoxville since 1985. There’s been a lot of good talent that he has given breaks to around Knoxville, maybe some folks I would not have given breaks to, because you’ve got to pay your dues. There are a lot of guys that think, just because they’ve got wresting boots and trunks they’re wrestlers.

Most of you wrestling fans realize there is more to wrestling than just buying a wrestling ring and a pair of boots and tights. Training is available to be a wrestler. Train with the best, Tennessee Mountain Wrestling (TMW), there is history behind TMW."

Their next show is on February 2, where Bob Orton Jr. defends the TMW Heavy Weight Title.

New Photos
Posted By: DJ	19 Jun 2008	0 Comments
Legends of the Ring Convention August 25, 2007 Credit: Get Lost Photogrpahy View them all

Upcoming Convention
Posted By: DJ	08 Jun 2008	0 Comments
The Pulaski County Fair will once again play host to the 4th Annual Legends of Wrestling event on Thursday, July 24th. Come out and see the former superstars of wrestling along with some of the top Independent Stars at the Pulaski County Fairgrounds in Somerset KY. Scheduled to appear are Legends: Greg “The Hammer” Valentine, “Cowboy” Bob Orton Jr., Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart and Bushwacker Luke. Also scheduled to appear are WWE/WCW alumni Disco Inferno, U-Gene and Chris Masters. Several superstars of SIWF will also be in attendance as well including the awarding of the first ever SIWF tag team champions. General Admission is only $8.00 which includes amusement rides. Ringside seats will also be available to purchase the night of for an additional $5.00. A meet and greet is scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with the wrestling starting immediately following. For more information please contact an SIWF (Southern Independent Wrestling Federation) representative at siwf-1@hotmail.com. You can also visit us at our myspace page www.myspace.com/siwf1.

Best Wishes to Randy
Posted By: DJ	03 Jun 2008	0 Comments
I'd like to send my best to Randy Orton. I was so sorry to see that he was hurt at the PPV and I wish him a quick recovery.

Bob Orton mention on Jim Ross' Blog
Posted By: DJ	31 May 2008	0 Comments
Jim Ross has a small mention of Ace in his blog this week: "The Ted DiBiase book that we reviewed here a few days ago is out on June 10. If you missed our review, you can still read it in the archived section of the site. I suggest you check out this 241 page, easy but informative read which focuses on Ted’s wrestling career and not that much on his Christianity. What do you think the next step for young Ted Dibiase will be who, BTW, looks like a young Bob Orton to me?"

Fan Photo
Posted By: DJ	14 May 2008	0 Comments
Thanks to Richard for sending in a fan photo View the photo in our gallery

Some Ebay Scans
Posted By: DJ	06 May 2008	0 Comments
Today I added some scans of pics that I bought on Ebay View them all

Pro Wrestling Report Interview
Posted By: DJ	13 Apr 2008	0 Comments
Bob Orton is interviewed on Pro Wrestling Report (March 2008)

Wrestling 'legends' to perform Saturday
Posted By: DJ	11 Apr 2008	0 Comments
The Old School Wrestling Alliance is coming to Galesburg this weekend. The Knights of Columbus are hosting the OSWA Wrestling Fest 2008 on Saturday. Fans will get to see pro wrestling greats like Bob Orton Jr., Koko B. Ware, Greg Valentine and Kamala in person. The wrestling event comes courtesy of OSWA owner Bryan Barrett, who is a Moline native and wrestled for 17 years under the moniker “Big Daddy.” The itinerary starts with a free seminar from 1 to 4 p.m. The pro wrestlers will teach the audience about wrestling basics and will even allow some participants to get in the ring with the wrestlers to learn some moves and learn how to fall correctly. Any participants who wish to go into the ring need to sign a waiver. Barrett said he spent two years at a wrestling school before he ever stepped into the ring professionally, and that one of the messages will be to not try those wrestling moves at home. The feature wrestling matches begin at 7:30 p.m. and advance tickets are available. Ring-side seats are limited and cost $30. Advance tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for kids. Tickets at the door are $15 for adults, $10 for kids. For advance tickets, go to the Knights of Columbus, located at 1556 E. Fremont St., or call Barrett at 309-797-6202.

Switching Servers
Posted By: DJ	06 Mar 2008	0 Comments
We are switching servers, if you notice anything that looks out of place please let me know.

UWF Photos and Video
Posted By: DJ	02 Mar 2008	0 Comments
Today I added a video from Bob Orton's time in UWF. This video was taken from ESPN who recently ran some of the Herb Abram version of the UWF. Bob Orton was the UWF Southern States Champion at the time. Check out the snazzy lime green belt! Screencaps \|\| Video

IGF Show!
Posted By: DJ	25 Feb 2008	0 Comments
Today I have something different for you Cowboy fans. I have screencaps and a clip from the February 16, 2008 IGF show in Japan, celebrating Antonio Inoki's birthday. I have no idea what's being said besides by Bob Orton and Stan Hansen since the rest is in Japanese. And I have no idea why he's wearing that costume. Screencaps \|\| Video

New Scans
Posted By: DJ	16 Feb 2008	3 Comments
Today I added some scans from a magazine article from Wrestling World (I am unsure of the date).

New screencaps and video added
Posted By: DJ	09 Feb 2008	0 Comments
Today I added the main event match from the very first Wrestlemania. Cowboy Bob Orton accompanied Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff in their match with Hulk Hogan and Mr. T Video \|\| Screencaps

Visit Tennessee Mountain Wrestling
Posted By: DJ	30 Jan 2008	6 Comments
Bob Orton is involved with Tennessee Mountain Wrestling and is in their Hall of Fame. He will also be training wrestlers there. He wrote a piece on the site about what the Tennessee area means to him: "Wrestling fans there is no other place than Knoxville, Tennessee that we could start the Hall of Fame Wrestling Show. I’m coming to Knoxville for the Hall of Fame Wrestling Show and I’ve got a lot of guys that I’m bringing to the hall of Fame. The Bullet Bob Armstrong, Ronnie Garvin, Ron Wright, former WWE wrestling champion - Mr. Fuji, Jimmy Golden, former WCW Champion Buff Bagwell, the Dirty White Boy - Tony Anthony. There will be other wrestlers put into the hall of fame at the legends show in Knoxville this summer. I believe everyone knows the WWE has been good to the Orton family. I’m in the WWE 2005 Hall of Fame and my son, Randy Orton, is the WWE Heavyweight Champion. I lived in Knoxville in the late seventies and my son Randy was born at UT hospital in Knoxville, TN. I moved to St. Louis staying in contact with Terry Landell all these years. Terry tells me there is a problem in Knoxville and I will be standing behind him for what ever needs to be done. He has worked in wrestling around Knoxville since 1985. There’s been a lot of good talent that he has given breaks to around Knoxville, maybe some folks I would not have given breaks to, because you’ve got to pay your dues. There are a lot of guys that think, just because they’ve got wresting boots and trunks they’re wrestlers. Most of you wrestling fans realize there is more to wrestling than just buying a wrestling ring and a pair of boots and tights. Training is available to be a wrestler. Train with the best, Tennessee Mountain Wrestling (TMW), there is history behind TMW." Their next show is on February 2, where Bob Orton Jr. defends the TMW Heavy Weight Title.

New screencaps and video
Posted By: DJ	30 Jan 2008	0 Comments
Today I added 26 screencaps and a video from NWA WrestleWar 89, where Bob Orton faced off against Dick Murdoch in a Texas Bullrope match.

Bob Orton to attend hockey game as part of "Tribute to Wrestling Day"
Posted By: DJ	24 Jan 2008	0 Comments
Milwaukee, WI--Milwaukee Admirals President Jon Greenberg announced today that five famous (and infamous) wrestling legends will be attending the February 10th game versus the Peoria Rivermen at 4:00 pm at the Bradley Center in the team's annual "Tribute to Wrestling Day." Making appearances will be "Cowboy" Bob Orton, Jimmy Hart, Jerry "The King" Lawler, Scotty 2 Hotty and the Iron Sheik. Professional wrestling has been a family affair for "Cowboy" Bob Orton, who was a 2005 inductee to the World Wrestling Entertainment Hall of Fame. His father Bob "The Big O" Orton wrestled professionally until 2000, and his son Randy is the current reigning WWE champion. Orton is most widely remembered for the "Superplex", a move he made famous and used to end nearly all of his matches. Since his beginning in professional wrestling Orton has teamed up with his father and son, most notably when he aided his son in taking on The Undertaker at the WWE's Armageddon 2005. Read more ?

Videos
Posted By: DJ	12 Jan 2008	0 Comments
I added some videos: Tuesday Night Titans from October 4, 1985. Roddy Piper and Bob are the hosts, after getting rid of Vince McMahon. Guests include Bobby Heenan, Jimmy Hart, Captain Lou Albano, Junkyard Dog and Uncle Elmer. Bob's video from 24/7. It's a small video where they show a bunch of clips and he introduces a show. The videos are on the Media page.

New Video
Posted By: DJ	19 Jan 2008	0 Comments
Today I added a video that originally aired on MSG Classics. This bout originally took place in December 1984 and features "Cowboy" Bob Orton and Rowdy Roddy Piper teaming up to take on the team of Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka and The Tonga Kid. Check out the Media page to download it.

New Affiliate!
Posted By: DJ	19 Jan 2008	0 Comments
Hey everyone, I am proud to say that BobOrton.com is now affiliated with the BEST Randy Orton site online, Randy-Orton.com! Thanks so much to Carol and Ang for inviting me and be sure to visit their awesome site.

Bob Orton Jr. to be honored at the Tennessee Mountain Wrestling Hall of Fame
Posted By: DJ	16 Jan 2008	0 Comments
Tennessee Mountain Wrestling will celebrate the establishment of a Tennessee Wrestling Hall of Fame for some of the Knoxville area's legends of the ring. Five matches will be held on Friday and Saturday evenings, Jan. 18-19, at the National Guard Armory on Sutherland Avenue. The event will also feature classic videos of local wrestling and a pictorial history. Admission is $7. Inductees into the TMW Hall of Fame include: Ron Wright, Bob Orton Jr., Bob Armstrong, Ronnie Garvin, Rick Conners, Mr. Fuji, Buff Bagwell, "Dirty White Boy" Tony Anthony and Jimmy Golden. Credit: Ramblin' Man @ KnoxNews.com

More Tuesday Night Titans Screencaps
Posted By: DJ	15 Jan 2008	0 Comments
Today I added another gallery - 40 screencaps from the December 20, 1985 edition of Tuesday Night Titans. You can find the video in the media section and the screencaps in the gallery.

Tuesday Night Titans Screencaps
Posted By: DJ	15 Jan 2008	0 Comments
Today I added a gallery of 106 screencaps from the October 4, 1985 edition of Tuesday Night Titans. You can find the video in the media section and the screencaps in the gallery.

Another Video added
Posted By: DJ	13 Jan 2008	0 Comments
I just added another video: Tuesday Night Titans from December 20, 1985. Roddy Piper and Bob Orton are guests on this one. They are discussing Piper's feud with Paul Orndorff. I also included Piper's Christmas skit even though there wasn't any Cowboy in it. The videos are on the Media page.

Started work on the site!
Posted By: DJ	12 Jan 2008	2 Comments
I just started work on the site. I expect to have it open much sooner than planned