New University of Texas at Arlington exhibit puts a spotlight on World Class Championship Wrestling

Famed Von Erich family a focus of displayARLINGTON, Texas -- The wrestlers. Their extravagant costumes. Overly exuberant fans yelling for their favorites. The referee who wasn’t entirely necessary. The old-time arenas that smelled of sweat. It’s the staple of World Class Championship Wrestling, and the focus of a new exhibit at The University of Texas at Arlington Libraries Special Collections. Among other matches featured in the photographic display are those involving the famed Von Erich family, once considered wrestling royalty. Ringside: Memories of World Class Championship