As we gear up for the 2026 football season, Aggies Wire is breaking down nearly every player on the Texas A&M roster. Throughout the preseason, each profile will highlight a players background, high school recruiting rankings, and projected role under head coach Mike Elko.Texas A&M entered the offseason with a clear priority in the trenches. By the end of last year, the defensive line depth gap became impossible to ignore, and it showed up at the worst possible time. In a windy playoff matchup against Miami where running the ball was essential to controlling the game, the Aggies held firm early. But once Albert Regis went down with an injury, the interior collapsed, and Miami seized momentum on the ground.Shoring up the interior defensive line became a top offseason objective, and Illinois transfer Angelo McCullom has quickly emerged as one of the most important additions. Teammates and coaches have praised his strength, physicality, and ability to anchor against downhill run schemes. Starting linebacker and team captain Daymion Sanford singled him out as a player to watch.McCulloms raw power is undeniable. Hes posted a 470pound bench press and he already thrives as a rotational piece. He enters the 2026 season with a 70.3 rundefense grade, giving the Aggies a sturdy interior presence they lacked late last year. With continued development, McCullom could help transform the IDL into one of the programs most reliable units this fall.Preseason Player ProfileHometown: Pickerington, OhioHeight:6-2Weight:317 lbs.Class in 2026: JuniorRecruiting Rankings (Transfer Class of 2025)Previous School: IllinoisOverall: No. 299 (247Sports)Position: No. 32 (247Sports)The former threestar prospect is a twoyear letterwinner at Illinois, appearing in 20 career games (two starts) and logging 328 defensive snaps. Across that span, hes totaled 21 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, 2.0 sacks, two pass breakups, and two quarterback hurriesDepth Chart OutlookThe interior defensive line should rotate early, just like defensive end. With both starting tackles off to the NFL, replacing that production will require a group effort. Angelo McCullom is expected to be one of the first interior defenders off the bench, bringing the same reliable reserve presence he showed at Illinois to Aggieland.This article originally appeared on Aggies Wire: Previewing the 2026 season for Texas A&M DT Angelo McCullom

Marc-Andr ter Stegen has won seven La Liga titles with Barcelona -Credit:Pablo Rodriguez/Quality Sport Images/Getty ImagesGerman international goalkeeper Marc-Andr ter Stegen has waved farewell to Camp Nou for a second time this year, joining Dutch side Ajax for the 2026-2027 season on loan.The 34-year-old, who has won seven La Liga titles and a UEFA Champions League in the 12 years since joining Barcelona from Borussia Mnchengladbach, spent the second half of last season on loan at Girona, making just two appearances as his injury issues crept up once again.Barcelonas starting shot-stopper for the majority of his time in Spain, injuries began to take their toll during the 2023-2024 season, with the 44-time German international sidelined for almost all of the following season and a half. While Ter Stegen was able to return to Barcelonas bench in late 2025, he had to settle with playing backup before joining Girona with an eye to starting regularly once more.Donald Trump sparks outrage with Harry Kane World Cup commentsDonald Trump addresses Gianni Infantino's World Cup sale plans, amidst Kushner linksTer Stegen made two appearances for Girona last season -Credit:Bruno Penas/Quality Sport Images/Getty ImagesUnfortunately, not long after joining Mchel Snchezs side, a hamstring injury ended his season once again.Now, with just two years remaining on his deal with Barcelona, Ter Stegen heads to four-time European champions Ajax, after they recently appointed Mchel as their new head coach. Announcing Ter Stegens loan, Barcelona seemed to suggest he could yet have a future with the club, stating, A Champions League winner with Bara in 2015 and the holder of 21 trophies in blaugrana, Ter Stegen has made 423 appearances for the club, making him the 11th player with the most official appearances for FC Barcelona and the second-highest foreign appearance-maker, behind only Leo Messi. Now, at Ajax, he will be looking to rediscover the outstanding form he displayed so often during his time at Bara.Following Ter Stegens arrival, ex-Barcelona midfielder and current Ajax technical director Jordi Cruijff said, Marc has an outstanding track record, and his qualities are widely recognized. He is an immediate addition to our squad. Marc and I know each other well, and Im looking forward to working with him again. We have been working on bringing him here for quite some time, so were very pleased that he has signed his contract and can now get started.To listen to the latest episode of 'All Out Soccer' - CLICK HEREAs for Ter Stegen, he told club media that When I first spoke with Jordi Cruijff, I immediately felt it was the right option. I know the coach, and I also know Daley Blind. I spoke with them about the project, and they were very convincing.The veteran keeper went on to note that he is fit and ready to return to action, explaining that he is driven to help Ajax return to the top after several tough seasons.I think that bringing back the club that is such a historical club, a club that has a lot of power also, not only in the Netherlands, but also on the big stage of football, he said. We have to bring back that club to where it belongs and I'm very much looking forward to get it done.The 36-time Eredivisie champions and 20-time KNVB Cup winners have now gone three consecutive seasons without adding to their trophy cabinet, finishing third, fifth, and second over the course of the last three league campaigns. Perhaps unsurprisingly, they have been particularly active in this summers transfer market, bringing in not only Ter Stegen but former Germany teammate Julian Brandt and the aforementioned Blind on free transfers. They have also shelled out just shy of 20 million ($22.88 million) for striker Marcos Leonardo from Al-Hilal, an undisclosed fee for AS Monaco left back Caio Henrique, and brought in Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Tolu Arokodare on loan.

[Getty Images]The race for places in the knockout stages of The Hundred is heating up in both the men's and women's competitions.But which players are topping the run-scoring and wicket-taking charts? BBC Sport digs out the numbers that matter. * Winners qualify directly for final; second and third-placed teams play each other in EliminatorMen's Hundred 2026: Batting statsMost runs1. Mitchell Marsh (Sunrisers Leeds) - 2902. Jos Buttler (Manchester Super Giants) - 2773. Ben Duckett (Trent Rockets) - 262=4. Will Jacks (MI London) & Matt Short (Welsh Fire) - 195Highest strike-rate1. Aneurin Donald (Trent Rockets) - 2282. Nicholas Pooran (MI London) - 197.013. Tom Banton (Trent Rockets) - 194.034. Dan Lawrence (Sunrisers Leeds) - 192.55. Harry Brook (Sunrisers Leeds) - 190.12Most sixes1. Mitchell Marsh (Sunrisers Leeds) - 232. Jos Buttler (Manchester Super Giants) - 203. Ryan Rickelton (Sunrisers Leeds) - 134. Harry Brook (Sunrisers Leeds) - 12 =5. Lhuan-dre Pretorius (London Spirit) & Joe Clarke (Birmingham Phoenix) - 11Women's Hundred 2026: Batting statsMost runs1. Sophia Dunkley (Trent Rockets) - 2592. Georgia Voll (Welsh Fire) - 2173. Annabel Sutherland (Sunrisers Leeds) - 1834. Laura Wolvaardt (Southern Brave) - 1615. Smriti Mandhana (Manchester Super Giants) - 158Highest strike-rate1. Sophia Dunkley (Trent Rockets) - 170.392. Sophie Devine (Welsh Fire) - 164.553. Grace Harris (London Spirit) - 163.634. Annabel Sutherland (Sunrisers Leeds) - 156.415. Sophie Luff (Trent Rockets) - 155.26Most sixes1. Sophie Devine (Welsh Fire) - 9=2. Annabel Sutherland (Sunrisers Leeds) & Sophia Dunkley (Trent Rockets) - 7=4. Nadine de Klerk (London Spirit) & Smriti Mandhana (Manchester Super Giants) - 6Men's Hundred 2026: Bowling statsMost wickets=1. Marcus Stoinis (Southern Brave) & Richard Gleeson (MI London) - 93. Adil Rashid (Southern Brave) - 8=4. Gus Atkinson, Josh Tongue & Sonny Baker (all Manchester Super Giants), Nathan Ellis (Sunrisers Leeds), Jofra Archer (Southern Brave), Sam Cook (Welsh Fire) & Rashid Khan (MI London) - 7Bowling strike-rate (average balls bowled per wicket)1. Matt Short (Welsh Fire) - 6.72. Mitchell Owen (Birmingham Phoenix) - 8.33. Richard Gleeson (MI London) - 8.84. Reece Topley (Sunrisers Leeds) - 105. Marcus Stoinis (Southern Brave) - 10.2Bowling economy (average runs conceded per six balls)1. Adil Rashid (Southern Brave) - 6.152. Chris Wood (Birmingham Phoenix) - 6.683. Jofra Archer (Southern Brave) - 6.904. Trent Boult (MI London) - 6.965. Marcus Stoinis (Southern Brave) - 7.10Women's Hundred 2026: Bowling statsMost wickets=1. Tilly Corteen-Coleman & Sophie Molineux (both Southern Brave) & Ash Gardner (Trent Rockets) - 10=4. Heather Graham (Welsh Fire) & Marizanne Kapp (London Spirit) - 9Bowling strike-rate (average balls bowled per wicket)1. Sophie Devine (Welsh Fire) - 6.72. Katie George (London Spirit) - 8.333. Kirstie Gordon (MI London) - 8.4=4. Charley Phillips (Trent Rockets) & Orla Prendergast (Welsh Fire) - 10Bowling economy (average runs conceded per six balls)1. Grace Ballinger (Manchester Super Giants) - 4.532. Sophie Ecclestone (Manchester Super Giants) - 4.923. Charlie Dean (London Spirit) - 5.264. Sophie Molineux (Southern Brave) - 5.55. Cassidy McCarthy (Sunrisers Leeds) - 5.72All our Hundred Who Am I? quizzes in one placeWhat has changed in The Hundred for 2026?The Hundred 2026 - schedule and how to followThe Hundred 2026 squads

UFC welterweight contender Carlos Prates has his eye on the prize.Prates (24-7 MMA, 7-1 UFC) positioned himself in the title race after three straight finishes of Geoff Neal and former UFC champions Leon Edwards and Jack Della Maddalena.Prates was called out by the recently victorious Sean Brady and Uros Medic, but the Brazilian dismissed both challenges."A lot of you guys @seanbradymma, @medicu, and the other welterweights have been mentioning my name. Calm down, brothers. In my next fight, I'm taking that belt. After that, I'll deal with all of you and take you straight to the Kingdom of Pain. Be ready. Nothing personal, just business."View this post on Instagram

Hoffenheims Wouter Burger happy to mentor little brothers Mats Rots (20) and Nathan De Cat (18)Wouter Burger intends to assume greater leadership responsibility at Hoffenheim after committing his long-term future to the Bundesliga club. The 25-year-old recently signed a contract extension following an outstanding first season in Sinsheim.Burger registered four goals and eight assists across 30 Bundesliga starts, established himself as one of Christian Ilzers most important players and increased his estimated market value from 4.5m to 20m.Grischa Prmels departure has now created space for Burger to rise further within Hoffenheims hierarchy. The Dutch midfielder believes his personality naturally draws him toward helping younger teammates settle into the squad.Other players now have to step up and try to take the young and new players with them, Burger told Kicker. I want to do that and already did so last season. Its simply part of my personality.Wouter Burger supports Rots and De CatBurger has taken particular responsibility for summer arrivals Mats Rots and Nathan De Cat. All three can communicate in Dutch, enabling Burger to serve as an immediate reference point for the two young midfielders.It feels as though they are my two little brothers because all three of us can speak Dutch, Burger said. Its simply fun having both of them here as personalities. I think they fit perfectly into our group.Burger nevertheless stressed that Rots and De Cat must adapt to the greater speed and physicality of German football. The former Stoke City and Basel midfielder believes their technical ability was evident immediately, but wants to help them find clearly defined roles within Ilzers team.They still have to find their positions in the squad, but I could see after one training session that both can play extremely well, Burger said. Everything here is much faster and more physical than in the Netherlands.I had to move abroad to make a name for myself, Burger continued. I always believed that I would succeed when someone placed their trust in me.GGFN|Peter Weis

Josh Allen is hopeful that he and the Buffalo Bills will finally get over the hump and win a Super Bowl one of these days. However, with each passing season, FOX Sports' Colin Cowherd believes that Allen is inching closer to becoming the guy who played second fiddle to an all-time great. In a recent interview with ESPN, Allen iterated that "You knock enough at the door, it's going to open at some point, and that's what we have to keep doing." But Cowherd is skeptical about that belief. "Phil Mickelson's prime was Tiger Woods' prime. Well, Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes entered the league one year apart. Mahomes got the better owner, arguably, GM, coach and weapon, Travis Kelce," Colin Cowherd said on Wednesday's edition of "The Herd." "In an offensive league, the weapon matters. Offensive coach in Andy Reid, so a lot of advantages just didn't go Josh Allen's way. I tend to think the Los Angeles Rams are going to win the NFC, the better conference, and I like Buffalo in the AFC. "I think the DJ Moore pickup and the offensive coach [promotion of Joe Brady] all works [for the Bills], but Josh Allen, this is the inevitable question: Bro, when are you going to win one [a Super Bowl]?" Allen had another standout season in 2025. The four-time Pro Bowler and the 2024 NFL MVP totaled 3,668 passing yards, 25 passing touchdowns, 10 interceptions and a 102.2 passer rating, while completing 69.3% of his passes. He also rushed for 579 yards and 14 touchdowns. But after Buffalo defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars in the AFC wild-card round, Allen threw two interceptions and lost two fumbles in an overtime loss to the Denver Broncos in the AFC divisional round. Through the first eight seasons of Allen's NFL career (2018-25), the Bills haven't advanced past the AFC Championship Game, which includes going 0-4 against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs in the postseason; the Chiefs have won three Super Bowls with Mahomes under center (2019, 2022 and 2023 seasons). On that note, the Bills' five-year run of winning the AFC East (2020-24) ended last season (2025) with the New England Patriots winning the division at 14-3 in their first year with Mike Vrabel as head coach, while then-second-year quarterback Drake Maye was the runner-up for the NFL MVP Award and the team reached Super Bowl LX. "Are you going to be playing road playoff games? Ask Tom Brady about playing road playoff games at Denver: It never worked out well. A lot of those San Francisco 49ers playoff highlights with Joe Montana, they were at home. A lot of Brady's highlights, they were at home, so that's what worries me," Cowherd said about the Bills. "Not that the window's closed. Rather, New England now has the better coach, an elite quarterback, a great owner [Robert Kraft], lots of historic momentum and success. That and a lot more good, young players. "You can blame the GM, but some of it becomes the Patriots have Drake Maye on a rookie deal and the Bills are paying Josh Allen a lot, and you got to move off really good players." The 30-year-old Allen is entering the second season of a six-year, $330 million contract, with the $55 million average annual value tied for third among NFL quarterbacks. The Bills split the 2025 regular-season series with the Patriots, who loaded up their wide receiver room this offseason, acquiring three-time Pro Bowler A.J. Brown from the Philadelphia Eagles and signing former Green Bay Packers receiver Romeo Doubs (four-year, $68 million deal), among other moves. Granted, New England released 2025 leading receiver Stefon Diggs. While they won AFL Championships in 1964 and 1965, the Bills are one of 12 NFL franchises that haven't won a Super Bowl. And, of course, Buffalo lost four consecutive Super Bowls from 1990-93, and it hasn't made it back there since.

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Sunderland Are Exploring A Move For This Talented Winger This Summer: Should Le Bris Snap Him Up?In a recent report, A Bola mentioned that Sunderland are exploring a move for Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo this summer. It has been revealed that the Black Cats have initiated contact to acquire the services of the Mozambique wide player this off-season.Catamo managed to catch the eye at times for Sporting in the previous campaign as he managed to produce a run of impressive displays for them in Liga Portugal. The 25-year-old registered eight goals and five assists in 47 matches for the Portuguese outfit last season in all competitions.The Mozambique international is currently one of the most talented wingers in Liga Portugal. Therefore, it is no wonder that the Black Cats are trying to get him on board later this year.Catamo is under contract at the Portuguese club until the summer of 2028, which could make it difficult for Sunderland to sign him on the cheap in this transfer window.LISBON, PORTUGAL APRIL 07: Geny Catamo of Sporting Clube de Portugal shoots while under pressure from Riccardo Calafiori of Arsenal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final First Leg match between Sporting Clube de Portugal and Arsenal FC at Estadio Jose Alvalade on April 07, 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)Should Sunderland Boss Regis Le Bris Snap Catamo Up This Summer?Catamo is a decent dribbler with the ball at his feet and can make a few driving runs with it out in the wide positions. He has the eye to play some decisive passes in and around the opponents penalty area and can shoot the ball with power from long range.The Mozambique wing wizard can chip in by scoring and creating a handful of important goals for his team. Catamo is primarily a right-winger but can also function as a left-sided wide player if needed. However, only time will tell whether he can adapt to the physical side and high intensity of the Premier League if the Black Cats end up recruiting him this summer.We can expect Catamo to bring more firepower to Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris frontline. He has what it takes to fight for a regular starting spot at the Stadium of Light next season.At 25, Catamo has his best years ahead of him, which makes him a decent choice for the Wearside club to pursue in this transfer period. He will also help the Black Cats compete across all fronts in the coming years. Hence, Le Bris should focus on snapping Catamo up soon.

SAINT PAUL, MN - JULY 22: Angel Genao #10 of the Columbus Clippers looks on during the game between the Columbus Clippers and the St. Paul Saints at CHS Field on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 in Saint Paul, Minnesota. (Photo by Michael Turner/Minor League Baseball via Getty Images)Minor League Baseball via Getty ImagesOn August 5, the Cleveland Guardians promoted prospect infielder Angel Genao.To make room on the 26-man Guardians roster, the team designated infielder Gabriel Arias for assignment.Arias was out of options and could not have been sent to Triple-A Columbus.Arias is now a free agent.Genao, pronounced heNow, will become a viable team option at third base, shortstop, and second base.A switch-hitter, Genao turned 22 on May 19.Genao is the latest is a slew of roster additions and subtractions orchestrated by a Guardians front office that has seen the team squander opportunities to score runs. They have left countless runners stranded in scoring position.Looking for more offense, The Guardians have added outfielder Jo Adell, first baseman/designated hitter Nathaniel Lowe, outfielder BlakePerkins, and now Genao to their 40-man roster.Perkins has been assigned to Triple-A Columbus to get more seasoning. The Guardians now have rookie outfielders Petey Halpin, and Chase DeLauter, and infielders Travis Bazzana, and Genao as part of their offensive arsenal. Each has rookie status.This is a 2026 photo of Angel Genao of the Cleveland Guardians MLB baseball team. This image reflects the 2026 active roster as of Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026 when the images was taken in Goodyear, Ariz. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reservedAbout Cleveland Guardians Angel Genao:Genao is 5-11, 160 pounds, and follows in the Guardians organizational philosophy of uncovering solid contact hitting infielders.baseballamerica.com notes that Genao was signed by the Cleveland Guardians in 2021 as an international free agent out of the Dominican Republic.The Guardians gave Genao a $1.175 Million signing bonus.Genao has always seen as an excellent, Grade 60 hitter for batting average, However, he doest have much power.Genaos development stalled a bit when he experienced a torn meniscus in his right knee.He also strained his right shoulder, which was another factor in slowing his development.COLUMBUS, OHIO - JUNE 18, 2026: Angel Genao #10 of the Columbus Clippers rounds third base to score on a two-run single hit by Dayan Frias during the sixth inning against the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders at Huntington Park on June 18, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images)Diamond Images/Getty ImagesScouting Cleveland Guardians Angel Genao:This old scout has had an opportunity to observe Genao in his past couple spring training appearances.Genao has always shown an ability to put the barrel of the bat on the ball, but his swing is relatively flat, but compact. That swing plane results in few home runs, but lots of balls hit to the gaps.Genao is a very good candidate to hit his share of doubles, and with his speed increasing since the meniscus tear is in the rear view mirror, he may get his share of triples.Genao has good pitch recognition for such a young player. He wont get himself out very often by making bad swing decisions.Recognizing the pitch out of the pitchers hand quickly, in his minor league development, Genao wasnt fooled very often by high spin rates.Of course, major league pitchers are the best in the world at their craft.Cleveland fans will have to be patient, as Genao gets his footing against big league pitchers.However, Genaos track record indicates he will hit.Listed as the Cleveland Guardians No. 2 prospect by mlbpipeline.com, Genao could find himself playing lots of third base when Jose Ramirez needs a breather.Only 1B/OF Ralphy Velazquez is a higher rated prospect in the Guardians organization.Ramirez is still recovering from the removal of a hamate bone in his hand, which required surgery.Defensively, Genao moves smoothy, and has good range at all three infield positions.Genao is a natural shortstop, but can handle any infield position, with the exception of first base.Genao has much better than average arm strength.FILE - Cleveland Guardians' Angel Genao poses for a photo on Feb. 18, 2026, in Goodyear, Ariz. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson, File)Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reservedCleveland Guardians Angel Genaos Hitting History:Genao began his professional career at the age of 17, and is now in his 6th minor league development season.He has a career hitting record of .291/.374/.430/.804, with 35 home runs, 233 RBIs, and 70 stolen bases (he has been caught 17 times) in 2,000 plate appearances.Major league teams usually like position player to have between 1300-1500 hitting appearances before graduation to the big leagues. In essence, Genao has more seasoning than the norm. baseball reference.com indicates Genao was promoted from the Columbus Clippers Triple-A team, where he was hitting .309/.395/.494/.889, with 10 homers, 42 RBIs, and 9 stolen bases.Scouting Grade For Cleveland Guardians Angel Genao: 55A Grade 55 player is much better than average, with at least one or two outstanding tools. Genao only lacks power, which impacts his overall grade. But, his power may emerge.Conclusions about Cleveland Guardians Rookie Angel Genao:The Cleveland Guardians have made some bold moves to bolster their anemic hitting.In addition to adding outfield Jo Adell, and first baseman Nathaniel Lowe to their 26-man roster via trade, the Guardians have promoted infielder Angel Genao from Triple-A Columbus.Infielder Gabriel Arias was designated for assignment to make room for Genao.The Cleveland Guardians have done a great deal to bolster their hitting.The Cleveland Guardians wont hesitate to use Genao at second, short or third, as they look to jump start the offense with the excellent contact hitting potential and upside of Angel Genao.This article was originally published on Forbes.com

Image Credit: WWE / YouTube.Dory Funk Jr., the former NWA World Heavyweight Champion whose influence extended from international main events to the training of future WWE stars, has died. He was 85.Funk died on August 4 in Ocala, Florida, according to his wife, Marti Funk. She told the Ocala Gazette that he had been receiving hospice care.Marti confirmed her husbands death directly to the local newspaper, which had interviewed the couple at their Ocala home in January. They had been together for 46 years and married for 40.The family has not publicly disclosed a cause of death.His Four-Year Championship Reign Made Wrestling HistoryHe was such a good guy, Marti said before repeating the description more forcefully. The family plans to hold a private ceremony honoring Funks life. A public memorial is expected on Thanksgiving Day for Dory, his younger brother Terry Funk and several of their longtime associates from Japan.Funk was born on February 3, 1941, and grew up in Amarillo, Texas, as part of one of professional wrestlings most influential families. His father, Dory Funk Sr., was a wrestler, trainer and promoter who introduced Dory and Terry to the business from an early age.Dory Jr. played college football at West Texas State University before beginning his professional wrestling career in 1963. He defeated Gene Kiniski in February 1969 to win the NWA World Heavyweight Championship, then widely regarded as wrestlings most important title.Funk held the championship for 1,563 consecutive days before losing to Harley Race in May 1973. His run remains the second-longest uninterrupted reign in the titles history, behind only Lou Thesz. Funk traveled extensively while holding the belt and defended it throughout North America, Australia and Japan.Dory and Terry Became the Only Brothers to Hold the NWA TitleTerry won the NWA World Heavyweight Championship in 1975, making the Funks the only brothers to have held the historic title. The siblings also built a successful tag-team career, particularly through their work with All Japan Pro Wrestling.WWEs history of the Funks describes them as major attractions in Japan as well as accomplished singles competitors with sharply different styles. Dory was known for his technical precision, deliberate pacing and spinning toe hold.Terry eventually developed a more unpredictable and aggressive style that helped make him a pioneer of hardcore wrestling. The brothers joined WWE during the 1980s. At WrestleMania 2 in 1986, they defeated Tito Santana and Junkyard Dog.He Continued Wrestling Into His 80sFunks career ultimately spanned more than six decades. His final match took place at Fujitsu Kawasaki Stadium in Japan on August 24, 2024, when he was 83.Funk teamed with longtime friend Osamu Nishimura against Atsushi Onita and Raijin Yaguchi in a Double Hell Current Explosion Death Match.The match was part of an event honoring Terry Funk and celebrating the 50th anniversary of Onitas career. Funk and Nishimura won the bout, according to the official account published through Funks website.His Training Work Extended His InfluenceFunk built a second legacy by teaching and evaluating younger wrestlers after his years as a world champion. During the late 1990s, he helped run demanding training camps known as the Funkin Dojo as WWE experimented with a more centralized system for identifying potential performers.WWE credited those camps with helping develop or evaluate future stars including Kurt Angle, Edge, Christian, Jeff Hardy and Mark Henry. Dory and Marti later operated the Funking Conservatory in Ocala, where he continued teaching the technical fundamentals, conditioning and professionalism required for life in the wrestling business.His list of students and trainees also included Matt Hardy, Mickie James, Lita, Paul London and numerous performers who worked across WWE and the independent circuit.Wrestling Figures Remembered His Global InfluenceWWE announced Funks death and described him as an influential trainer and a member of one of wrestlings most respected families. WWE Chief Content Officer Paul Triple H Levesque said Funks style inspired countless performers.He credited Funks appearances across the NWA territories, WWE, WCW, ECW and promotions throughout Asia with helping establish the early blueprint for professional wrestling as a global business.Funk entered the NWA Hall of Fame in 2006. He and Terry were inducted together into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2009, with longtime friend and rival Dusty Rhodes presenting them. Terry died in August 2023 at age 79.His Final Advice Was Never QuitDuring the Ocala Gazettes January visit, Funk reflected on the beginning and peak of his career. When asked to identify its greatest highlights, he named winning the world championship and competing in his first match.The interviewer then asked what advice he would give to young wrestlers beginning their careers. Funk initially answered softly: Never quit. He repeated it louder before delivering the message one final time with full force: NEVER QUIT!