THIS WEEK ON THE SHARK TANK, NEIL SHARKEY DISCUSSES HIS FRIEND BIG BUBBA NUCKOLS...

On Feburary 17th, 2002, wrestling lost one of it's most devoted workers when Patrick Nuckols (aka Big Bubba Nuckols & Bubbalicious) passed away of a heart attack at the young age of 34.

Bubba had a passion & desire for wrestling that was second to none. He was the only man in Virginia who could regularly beat me in wrestling trivia :-) I had the opportunity to travel with Bubba on many occassions and he was always alot of fun on the road. and boy oh boy could he SNORE! Falling asleep at the wheel was never a problem when Bubba was sleeping nearby :-) Bubba was a multiple time winner of the Ultimate Rumble battle royals, and his wars with Shorty Smalls will always be remembered by UCW fans. Of course, outside the ring Shorty & Bubba were like brothers, and Shorty pays tribute to Bubba every show now by writing Bubba's name on his wristband before going to the ring. All that knew him loved Bubba dearly and we'll never forget the good times we shared. Rest in Peace, my friend.