Mid South Wrestling Recap.......
 
What has happened to Bob Roop?
 
The biggest story occurring in the Mid South over the past several months is the change in Bob Roop.  As everyone knows, Roop entered the Mid South, as one of the top free agent acquisitions ever- and in no time lived up to the hype by winning both the Louisiana Title and a share of the Mid South Tag Titles.
 
We began seeing a change in Roop when he became a player in the NWA World Title picture.  Roop not only began double crossing his supposed friends, he no showed many of his tag title defenses, eventually causing his partner, and friend, Cowboy Bill Watts to relinquish the belts to the Ortons.
 
Although Bob Roop was never able to capture the NWA World Title, he did defeat Killer Karl Kox in a controversial match to win the North American Heavyweight Championship.  Bob Roop has agreed to meet Kox in a return match, however the stipulation calls for Cox to leave the area if he cannot defeat Roop for the title.
 
Bob Roop has lived up to his hype, by capturing just about every title in the Mid South.  However, he has done so at the expense of his friends.
 

 
North American Champion – Bob Roop
Roop was able to “steal” the belt away from Killer Karl Kox.  However, Roop now goes from the hunter to the hunted.  Former champion Killer Karl Kox is in line for a rematch, and cannot wait to get his hands on Roop again.  Also “waiting in the wings” is Roop’s former partner and friend, Cowboy Bill Watts, who cannot wait to get a piece of Roop.
 
Louisiana Title – Vacant
Bob Roop was ordered to vacate the Louisiana Title after winning the North American Title.  A one night tournament will be held soon to crown a new champion.
 

 
Mississippi Title – Jerry Stubbs
Jerry Stubbs has held on to the Mississippi title for several months, fending off several worthy opponents such as, Bob Orton Jr., Quasimodo, and Luke Williams.  Currently, Ken Mantell has been breathing down the neck of Stubbs, trying to wrestle the championship away.
 
Current Singles Ranking
1.  Bob Roop – North American Champion
2.  Killer Karl Kox - #1 Contender for the North American Title
3.  Jerry Stubbs – Mississippi Champion
4.  Ken Mantell - #1 Contender for the Mississippi Title
5.  Cowboy Bill Watts
6.  Strong Kobayashi
7.  Mike George
8.  Junkyard Dog
9.  Bob Orton Jr.
10. Don Diamond
 
 
Mid South Tag Team Titles – Bob Orton Jr. & Bob Orton Sr.
The Orton’s were able to take advantage of Bob Roop’s betrayal of Cowboy Bill Watts and win the titles.  But The Big Cowboy and his new partner JYD are primed and ready to face the Orton’s for Tag team gold.
 
While the action is hot across the board, no segment is more competitive than the tag team scene.  Here is the current rankings for the tag belts.
 
Champions – Bob Orton Jr. & Sr.
1. Cowboy Bill Watts & Junkyard Dog
2. Chief Thundercloud & Johnny War Eagle
3. The Sheepherders
4. The Kentuckians
5. Frank Dusek & Steven Little Bear
 
 
Stars on the Rise
 

 
Junkyard Dog
Since coming onto the scene, no one has doubted his strength and power.  However, his heart and courage is what has won over the legion of Mid South fans.  When Bob Roop left Cowboy Bill Watts standing alone, JYD came to his aid and sacrificed his body on more than one occasion to help the big cowboy.
 
With the fans behind him, JYD is sure to capture wrestling gold in the near future.
 
Bob Orton Jr.
This crafty 2nd generation star is another star on the rise.  He’s a technician in the ring, that can do it all.  Unfortunately, Orton Jr. would rather take short cuts than wrestle scientifically.  But don’t let his rule breaking fool you, Orton Jr. can match wrestling holds with the best of them.
 
Don Diamond
This young fan favorite is a big hit with the crowd and can really wrestle.  Look for big things in the future for Don Diamond.

Good to see Mid South back in action! Love the catch-up and the title rankings!

Good re-cap.  Looking forward to upcoming MSW cards.