"He Was Another Amazing Athlete That I Had The Pleasure Of Wrestling An Hour For The NWA Championship On Many Occasions! It's a legends-based action figure honouring the WWE legend. The opportunity to add a two-time NCAA Qualifier and NWCA All-American into the fold is rare, but that is exactly what happened when Tate Orndorff transferred to Ohio State for his final two seasons of competition. [citation needed], In 1990 Orndorff returned to the squared circle, wrestling a series of matches against Kerry Von Erich on the independent circuit. His reign as champion lasted years. 22 AJ Nevills (SDSU) | D, 4-4 (TB2) HWT | No. Wonderful was riddled with self-doubt, until one night, after beating himself up backstage after yet another loss, he was visited by psychic Gary Spivey. Orndorff spent time in rehab trying to recuperate his injured arm, but to no avail appeared smaller than the other one. Senior U.S. Open finalist in Greco-Roman (2019) Great Guy, Legit Tough!" Lucas Davison (NU) def. Tanner, the third oldest, captured the first state championship. He would later move to the New Japan Pro Wrestling, where he stayed for several months. Their matches included a memorable outdoor match in Toronto ("The Big Event") which drew an estimated 76,000 fans. [5][6] He was inducted into the University of Tampa Athletic Hall of Fame in 1986. Two-time NCAA Qualifier for Utah Valley University (2019, 2020) Mr Wonderful, as he was known by fans, suffered an injury to his arm back in the late 1980s. Spokane defends No. "WWE extends its condolences to Orndorffs family and friends.". "PAUL ORNDORFF. After retiring, he trained aspiring wrestlers. Gifts processed in this system are not tax deductible, but are predominately used to help meet the local financial requirements needed to receive national matching-grant funds. After the 1993 WCW pay-per-view Battlebowl, Horsemen members Paul Roma and Arn Anderson faced the semi-regular team of Paul Orndorff and "Stunning" Steve Austin on WCW Saturday Night. In actuality, Orndorff was forced to retire due to his previous injuries in the WWF, with the entire right side of his body beginning to atrophy (eventually causing his arm and leg muscles to shrink). YOU WERE THE TOUGHEST. 2 Greg Kerkvliet (PSU) def. We lost another great one," one fan wrote. Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. (13) Tate Orndorff (OSU) | MD, 12-1, 2020-21 (Redshirt Junior) He explained that his father had been battling with dementia, which he believes was caused by chronic traumatic encephalopathy. Paul Orndorff, better known by his in-ring name Mr Wonderful, passed away on Monday, July 12. With both men rededicated to teaming, they soon challenged for the WCW World Tag Team Championship then held by Cactus Jack and Kevin Sullivan. 16 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. Jaron Smith (UMD) | D, 4-1 [12] Orndorff's reaction to Roberts's title win signaled a change in attitude; he turned heel as he demanded a title match against Roberts. A stud," he wrote on Twitter. He was an All-Pac-10 selection in football in addition to being an All-American in wrestling. [46], At Clash of the Champions XXIX Stars and Stripes were granted a final shot at the tag team title, but the challengers also had to put up the Patriot's mask on the line. He really wanted someone from U-Hi.. [39] Orndorff defeated Bagwell controversially, using the second rope for leverage during the pinfall. Orndorff was only listed as a "wild card" who had to win a match in order to enter the tournament. The figure has premium articulation for many poses and play, True FX enhanced facial sculpting for life-like realism, WWE ring attire and iconic accessoriesall with remarkable detail depicting the Superstar's own personality. 9 Tate Orndorff (OSU) | D, 3-2 Instead, he voluntarily resigned during training camp, claiming "personal difficulties." "Him and Sherri were the best on that show with working the crowd. One of my fondest memories. Orndorff's TV title reign also included a successful defence against future ECW champion Shane Douglas and a disqualification loss to Johnny B Badd, after Maxx Payne violently interfered. Statistics major. Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. 6 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. Paul Parlette Orndorff Jr. (October 29, 1949 July 12, 2021), nicknamed "Mr. 6 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. 2020 First Team All-Americans MANHEIM, Pa. -Utah Valley University sophomore heavyweight Tate Orndorffhas been named a 2020 Division I First Team All-American by the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA). [16] The next time that Hogan and Orndorff teamed up, against The Moondogs, Orndorff wrestled most of the match by himself in an attempt to upstage Hogan, scoring the winning pin. American professional wrestler (19492021), Retirement and various appearances (19952001). He defeated Brian Pillman in a tournament to earn the shot at the champion. It was awarded back to Orton when Orndorff left the promotion. 15 seed in the 2019 NCAA Championships The suit was litigated by attorney Konstantine Kyros, who led a number of other lawsuits against WWE. Hes heavily favored to repeat this winter. [12], Orndorff returned to singles competition with his most notable match at the time being an unsuccessful shot at the IWGP Heavyweight Championship when he faced champion the Great Muta at Slamboree. During his time with the Spartans, he scored 21 touchdowns and racked up over 2,000 all-purpose yards. Ric Flair, a retired professional wrestler, took toTwitterafter learning of Paul Orndorff's passing. 7 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. 7 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. No. No. Injuries caused Mr Wonderful to step away from the square ring in 2000. Early in the match, Rude eliminated Orndorff with a roll-up. I was extremely lucky to have had him on so many Southeastern cards. 3 nationally during 2019-20 season and was seeded eighth for the 2020 NCAA Championships Paul Orndorff's son Travis announced the news of his father's deathwith a heartbreaking Instagram post. He explained that his father had been battling with dementia, which he believes was caused by chronic traumatic encephalopathy. One incident especially stands out that established Pretty Wonderful in the title chase. 15 Tate Orndorff (OSU) | D, 7-2 The OFFICIAL Twitter for the late Paul Orndorff, managed by Some Kind of #1derful, the podcast hosted by Travis Orndorff (son of Paul). He appeared in a segment with his WrestleMania I teammate Roddy Piper and their opponents from the event, Hulk Hogan and Mr. T, as well as the referee for the match, Pat Patterson, interrupting Hogan's interview with Gene Okerlund. Famous commentator Jim Ross paid tribute to the late wrestler Paul Orndorff on Monday. On December 13, 1999 Orndorff wrestled against the Harris Twins in a handicap match by a losing effort on Monday Night Nitro. Junior Greco National Champion (2015), Fila Cadet National Champion (2014) and Fargo National Cadet Freestyle runner-up (2013) Son of Dave and Amy Orndorff No. At Clash of the Champions XI Orndorff defeated Anderson[28] and at the 1990 Great American Bash, Orndorff teamed up with the Junkyard Dog and El Gigante to defeat Arn Anderson, Barry Windham, and Sid Vicious by disqualification. Placed third in both Greco and Freestyle at the 2014 Fargo Junior Nationals When Orndorff vacated the title, it was put on the line in a tournament that was won by The Super Destroyer. During the match, Roma acted very indifferently to his tag team partner, sowing the seeds to his heel turn. [11] He won the gold on June 20, 1982. [18] Blaming Orndorff for the loss, Piper and Orton attacked him on Saturday Night's Main Event I. His father also played football there, and had a tryout with the New Orleans Saints. Paul Orndorff Death. Tate, whose baby face belies his age, matched that state title last year, going 38-0 the first U-Hi junior to go undefeated. Young Paul spent his first three seasons as a fullback at the University of Tampa. Lee brought in Ron Garvin to fight off Orndorff;[33] the feud included a featured "piledriver match", which Garvin won. "Paul Orndorff was a true, mans man. But if I could only get you to understand and see his heart. Tate Orndorff, U-Hi's defending state champion heavyweight, practices a throw on a training partner. Tate, one of four brothers, carries a 44-13 collegiate record to Columbus and was seeded eighth for the COVID-canceled 2020 NCAA Championships. [16] Orndorff became one of the first people to challenge for the world title, shooting straight to the main event less than a month after his debut. No. Particularly by modern standards, that's not all that old for a top-tier wrestler. I hate to lose ask my friends, Orndorff said. Brooks beat Orndorff with the help of a chair and won the title only to turn around and give it to Zbyszko. 2 Mason Parris (UM) def. "Paul Orndorff had more class, talent, athletic ability than almost anyone I ever knew. (20) Joe Doyle (BING) | MD, 10-2 Gable's Last . Orndorff's family created aGoFundMepage in order to raise money for the icon's funeral. On July 12,Travis Orndorff, Mr Wonderful's son, confirmed his father's deathafter battling dementia and head trauma. For seven years, he represented the National Wrestling Alliance. Chances are you or someone you love has experienced what its like to be a caregiver while juggling lifes bills and responsibilities. I was at the Big Event in Toronto. MY BROTHER. On February 3, 2005, he was named to the WWE Hall of Fame and was inducted by veteran wrestler Bobby Heenan on April 2, 2005. I was extremely lucky to have had him on so many Southeastern cards. All rights reserved. Man, I had so many matches and learned a ton with #PaulOrndorff Hate to see this, but know he's not in pain anymore. The page has raised a total of $860 out of its $25,000 goal so far. He was inducted on April 2 at the Universal Amphitheatre in Los Angeles by Bobby Heenan. Orndorff tips the scales at 265 pounds, 20 pounds shy of the limit at heavyweight. 13 Tate Orndorff (OSU) def. Or I should say I put myself on the mat pretty hard.. Paul Parlette Orndorff Jr. (October 29, 1949 - July 12, 2021), nicknamed "Mr. Wonderful", was an American professional wrestler and college football player, best known for his appearances with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and World Championship Wrestling (WCW). [16][11], During the Hogan feud, Orndorff seriously injured his right arm in a weightlifting accident. He married his high school girlfriend Ronda Maxwell Orndorff. Orndorff weighed scholarship offers from Iowa State, Minnesota and OSU before deciding to follow his dad to Corvallis, Oregon. In Mid-South, Orndorff feuded with Ken Mantell over Mantell's propensity for cutting people's hair after a match. Fellow WWE wrestler Bobby Roode took to Twitter to express the inspiration that Paul Orndorff was to him following Orndorff's death. On this page, you find the full wrestling profile of Paul Orndorff, with his Career History, real name, age, height and weight, the Promotions he worked for, all the Face/Heel turns, the Championship Titles he won, his Finishers, Theme Songs, Tag Teams and Stables, his appearance changes through the years, and more.. Paul Parlette Orndorff Jr. was born in Winchester, Virginia on October 29, 1949. 12 Tate Orndorff (OSU) | Fall, 2:21 2023 Ohio State University. [12], During a February 5, 1995 taping of WCW Worldwide, Orndorff crossed paths with Hogan for the first time since 1987. 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