What made you become a wrestler?
I have loved wrestling since I was 6 I grew up on NWA and early WWF (the 1970 and 1980s ) I wanted to be a valet or manager, I went to college for Mass Communications? Journalism major in college quit to go to work as an accountant in New York and then joined GLOW in 1987 Now I am an accountant again.
What do you like about wrestling? / What do you not like about wrestling?
The contact and entertainment is great. I love the sport.
I don't like all the tragedies and deaths and what the the sport has become today, I am old school about the sport.
What type of music do you listen to?
Classic Rock the 70's and 80's, Good Country Not redneck hillbilly country, I love Broadway musicals and show tunes and Classical and Jazz and Blues I like Variety
What's your favorite song?
Defying Gravity from the Musical WICKED
Do you have any funny backstage stories you like to share?
LOL If I told you I'd have to go into Witness Protection. Nah I have to be respectful of all the AWESOME Ladies I worked with,we generally talked and laughed and gossiped we were all in our 20's at the time. We talked matches etc...Clothes etc.. and before GLOW I had the pleasure and honor of meeting and sharing some fun and drinks with Quite a few NWA and WWF superstars of the 80's. The fun part was designing my GLOW Persona.
What do you feel is your biggest asset?
Tenacity, I never give up Loyalty to all the GLOW Ladies, and a good set of lungs my screech didn't come easy.
What was it like entering a arena with thousands of fans shouting and looking at you?
A rush better than any alcohol or drug the high of knowing you are the center of attention. It is a spark that ignites you.
Did you make any close friends while wrestling?
I love all my GLOW sisters - Big Bad Mama, Daisy-my awesome partner Dementia, Dallas, Corporal Kelly, Evangelina, Roxy all the gals too many to list and I don't want to forget any of them. We were an elite sorority. Female wrestlers were rare in the 80's
If you were a fan of the sport as a child, who were some of your favorites?
My younger days I don't recall I just liked the fighting. My Teens and 20's Roddy Piper, Bret Hart Ric Flair The Road Warriors The Freebirds The Undertaker.
Was there anyone that you credit for inspiring you to do what you do now?
Roddy Piper was and is an inspiration, My first crush LOL but as I matured his integrity and honesty and never quit attitude inspired me to never give up to stand my ground and do what is in my heart, and to have drive and determination.
Is there anything you would like to accomplish that you havent yet?
Well I want to do more in wrestling. I would like to do a Paranormal Investigation with TAPS from Ghost Hunters, go back to college and study Forensics, Write a novel and just keep enjoying my life to the fullest.
What did your friends and family think when you informed them of your desire to become a pro wrestler?
Are you out of your mind you are too small! I am only 4 feet 8 1/2 inches tall, but later they got a kick put of seeing me on TV.
What kind of workout do you do? And how many hours per week on average do you spend working out?
I should, but I have a busy work schedule and a husband so I really don't work out anymore. I am 46 I have slowed down a lot bad knee.
Is there something most fans don't know about you that you would like 'em to know?
Believe it or not I am shy. I have a Chromosone Defiecancy Turner's Syndrome which is why I am so small and look the way I do . I almost drowned in my car during a Flash Flood was rescued at the last minute by a true hero a Policeman and made National TV and The Weather Channel.
Who was your first match against and what was it like stepping the ring for the first time?
Gosh it was in Laughlin Nevada I think it was Sunny the California girl and It was an amazing experience. It was so intense I barely remember it here 23 years later.
What's your relationship with the other girls you work with?
I love all my GLOW sisters - Big Bad Mama, Daisy-my awesome partner Dementia, Dallas, Corporal Kelly, Evangelina, Roxy all the gals too many to list and I don't want to forget any of them. We were an elite sorority. Female wrestlers were rare in the 80's. They are wonderful strong beautiful Intelligent empowered women. I am honored to call them sisters.
Which wrestlers were the most fun to work with?
Daisy Dementia Corp Kelly Zelda all the GLOW gals were awesome to work. with.
What kind of advice can you give a young woman who might be considering getting into the Wrestling Business?
Be sure it's what you want and if it is go for it don't let anything stop you.
Any Last Words for your fans out there?
I love you all you are what made GLOW special you all rock you are the best fans in the world. You have kept GLOW going all these years. THANKS Hugz and Ankle bites.
Current and Future Womens Wrestlers
Interview The Future Women Wrestlers and The current women wrestlers
One On One With Current Women's Wrestler Ivy Fit
What made you become a wrestler?
I love challenge, I always wanted to see what I was capable of in an athletic kind of way so when I saw woman wrestling I though, could I do that?
What do you like about wrestling? / What do you not like about wrestling?
I love the physical part, the running, jumping, hitting, falling, the action the story behind it, is so entertaining. The ego that some people gain,ugh, just hate it.
Do you have any funny backstage stories you like to share?
No funny stories, sorry. I get sometimes too nervous to laugh.
What do you feel is your biggest asset?
My biggest asset, I would say my physical condition, I love the gym so I like to look and be fit.
Do you have much time to spend with your family?
Not really, between job and wrestling you don't have much time for family other than your partner.
If you were a fan of the sport as a child, who were some of your favorites?
I can't mention a name, I had a goal, I went for it, and I thanks to the higher power I'm still here.
Was there anyone that you credit for inspiring you to do what you do now?
I think that the realistic goals that I had I have accomplish, I wanted to be acknowledge as a good worker, I think I am.
What did your friends and family think when you informed them of your desire to become a pro wrestler?
My mom said, what is it that you are going to do now? I guess she wasn't surprise.
What kind of workout do you do? And how many hours per week on average do you spend working out?
I am for sure a gym freak. I have been weighlifting since I was 16,never stopped. I go to the gym at least 4 days a week.
Is there something most fans don't know about you that you would like 'em to know?
Most fans may think that you don't really care about them, well we do. We perform for them, trying to give them what they might want to see, you try to not let yourself or them down, you want them to live your pain and enjoy your success. We are here because we love wrestling and without their support, we are just two people in a ring hitting each other.
Who was your first match against and what was it like stepping the ring for the first time?
My first match was a tag match, I was the only girl in the ring. I have a picture in my facebook of that match. When I did a "plancha" like we call it or "crossbody" from the top rope I felt that I made it, I just wanted to perform and I did it, it was a great feeling of accomplishment.
What has surprised you the most about being a professional wrestler?
What surprised me the most in the person behind a character.
Which wrestlers were the most fun to work with?
There are to persons, La Tigueresa from Puerto Rico, I grew up watching her, I got to wrestle her and she was great to me, funny and helpfull and my fiance Ryan Bisbal, you know that you are safe,you have fun and everything goes smooth.
What kind of advice can you give a young woman who might be considering getting into the Wrestling Business?
Ladies if you are thinking in wrestling get your body ready for it, wrestling is real, the pain is real, you have to be ready everytime. This is a hard business like any other, be professional about it, keep a good attitude and if at first you don't succeed, get yourself into a ring and keep practicing.
Any Last Words for your fans out there?
To all the wrestling fans, keep on supporting the Indys women wrestling, don't just get used to what you might see on tv, we are a lot out there and we can really wrestle, I dare to say that we do it better.
Thank You for taking time out of your busy schedule to do this interview?
Thank you for the interview, its being great, to all of you out there remember that "what you don't have you don't need it now"
I love challenge, I always wanted to see what I was capable of in an athletic kind of way so when I saw woman wrestling I though, could I do that?
What do you like about wrestling? / What do you not like about wrestling?
I love the physical part, the running, jumping, hitting, falling, the action the story behind it, is so entertaining. The ego that some people gain,ugh, just hate it.
Do you have any funny backstage stories you like to share?
No funny stories, sorry. I get sometimes too nervous to laugh.
What do you feel is your biggest asset?
My biggest asset, I would say my physical condition, I love the gym so I like to look and be fit.
Do you have much time to spend with your family?
Not really, between job and wrestling you don't have much time for family other than your partner.
If you were a fan of the sport as a child, who were some of your favorites?
I can't mention a name, I had a goal, I went for it, and I thanks to the higher power I'm still here.
Was there anyone that you credit for inspiring you to do what you do now?
I think that the realistic goals that I had I have accomplish, I wanted to be acknowledge as a good worker, I think I am.
What did your friends and family think when you informed them of your desire to become a pro wrestler?
My mom said, what is it that you are going to do now? I guess she wasn't surprise.
What kind of workout do you do? And how many hours per week on average do you spend working out?
I am for sure a gym freak. I have been weighlifting since I was 16,never stopped. I go to the gym at least 4 days a week.
Is there something most fans don't know about you that you would like 'em to know?
Most fans may think that you don't really care about them, well we do. We perform for them, trying to give them what they might want to see, you try to not let yourself or them down, you want them to live your pain and enjoy your success. We are here because we love wrestling and without their support, we are just two people in a ring hitting each other.
Who was your first match against and what was it like stepping the ring for the first time?
My first match was a tag match, I was the only girl in the ring. I have a picture in my facebook of that match. When I did a "plancha" like we call it or "crossbody" from the top rope I felt that I made it, I just wanted to perform and I did it, it was a great feeling of accomplishment.
What has surprised you the most about being a professional wrestler?
What surprised me the most in the person behind a character.
Which wrestlers were the most fun to work with?
There are to persons, La Tigueresa from Puerto Rico, I grew up watching her, I got to wrestle her and she was great to me, funny and helpfull and my fiance Ryan Bisbal, you know that you are safe,you have fun and everything goes smooth.
What kind of advice can you give a young woman who might be considering getting into the Wrestling Business?
Ladies if you are thinking in wrestling get your body ready for it, wrestling is real, the pain is real, you have to be ready everytime. This is a hard business like any other, be professional about it, keep a good attitude and if at first you don't succeed, get yourself into a ring and keep practicing.
Any Last Words for your fans out there?
To all the wrestling fans, keep on supporting the Indys women wrestling, don't just get used to what you might see on tv, we are a lot out there and we can really wrestle, I dare to say that we do it better.
Thank You for taking time out of your busy schedule to do this interview?
Thank you for the interview, its being great, to all of you out there remember that "what you don't have you don't need it now"
One On One With Current Women's Wrestler And My Friend Barbie
What made you become a wrestler?
2003 i went to a local indy show and fell in love with the entertainment and athletisicm, i got hooked from there. ive watchd it before but didnt care to do it or even thought that was something you could even do on a indy level. so after going to a local show when i was 17 it was all up hill from there....
What do you like about wrestling? / What do you not like about wrestling?
Love everything about what i do... Typical politics involved are the dislikes-but thats any job or event....
What type of music do you listen to?
Im a variety listener, Just NOOO Country for me! Im a sucker for the old timers music! Love frank sinatra~~~
What's your favorite song?
I dont think i could just pick 1....
Do you have any funny backstage stories you like to share?
yes, but....CANT share!!! Thats why there backstage stories!!! ;-)
What do you feel is your biggest asset?
My biggest asset????? hmmmmm...not tooo sure about that one!
What was it like entering a arena with thousands of fans shouting and looking at you?
HUGE ADRENALINE RUSH!!!
Did you make any close friends while wrestling?
Heck YEA!!!
If you were a fan of the sport as a child, who were some of your favorites?
Rick Martel i use to gush over!!! And i was a huge fan of rick rude!! how great a heel he was!!! Anybody who had a mustache like he did and wore his face on his tights was over in my book!! lol
Was there anyone that you credit for inspiring you to do what you do now?
Shane Alden...
Is there anything you would like to accomplish that you havent yet?
of course! many things!
What did your friends and family think when you informed them of your desire to become a pro wrestler?
that it was silly, and waste of time... theyve grown to think its something neat now , that they have seen how far ive grown with it.
What kind of workout do you do? And how many hours per week on average do you spend working out?
Cardio, Cardio, Cardio!!!! Not enough~ i have to kick my butt in gear!
Is there something most fans don't know about you that you would like 'em to know?
ehhhh---ill let people think what they want,
Who was your first match against and what was it like stepping the ring for the first time?
Kayla Sparks.... I was a nervous wreck! and deff was a mess!!
What's your relationship with the other girls you work with?
Professional of course!
Which wrestlers were the most fun to work with?
I always have a blast with Mistress Bellmonte, Luscious Latasha is always a challenge due to the size difference-so we always have to think outside the box. But all in all everyone i get a chance to work with is interesting annd a good time for all different reasons,,
What kind of advice can you give a young woman who might be considering getting into the Wrestling Business?
Dont expect to make money. expect long hours on the road. And plan on having a strong back bone being a female in a malle dominated sport. RESPECT is huge upon everyone.
Any Last Words for your fans out there?
Love ya all! ♥
I like to thank you for doing this interview sweetheart? Any links we can follow you or check out stuff on you?
my facebook~or myspace links any you want to add~
2003 i went to a local indy show and fell in love with the entertainment and athletisicm, i got hooked from there. ive watchd it before but didnt care to do it or even thought that was something you could even do on a indy level. so after going to a local show when i was 17 it was all up hill from there....
What do you like about wrestling? / What do you not like about wrestling?
Love everything about what i do... Typical politics involved are the dislikes-but thats any job or event....
What type of music do you listen to?
Im a variety listener, Just NOOO Country for me! Im a sucker for the old timers music! Love frank sinatra~~~
What's your favorite song?
I dont think i could just pick 1....
Do you have any funny backstage stories you like to share?
yes, but....CANT share!!! Thats why there backstage stories!!! ;-)
What do you feel is your biggest asset?
My biggest asset????? hmmmmm...not tooo sure about that one!
What was it like entering a arena with thousands of fans shouting and looking at you?
HUGE ADRENALINE RUSH!!!
Did you make any close friends while wrestling?
Heck YEA!!!
If you were a fan of the sport as a child, who were some of your favorites?
Rick Martel i use to gush over!!! And i was a huge fan of rick rude!! how great a heel he was!!! Anybody who had a mustache like he did and wore his face on his tights was over in my book!! lol
Was there anyone that you credit for inspiring you to do what you do now?
Shane Alden...
Is there anything you would like to accomplish that you havent yet?
of course! many things!
What did your friends and family think when you informed them of your desire to become a pro wrestler?
that it was silly, and waste of time... theyve grown to think its something neat now , that they have seen how far ive grown with it.
What kind of workout do you do? And how many hours per week on average do you spend working out?
Cardio, Cardio, Cardio!!!! Not enough~ i have to kick my butt in gear!
Is there something most fans don't know about you that you would like 'em to know?
ehhhh---ill let people think what they want,
Who was your first match against and what was it like stepping the ring for the first time?
Kayla Sparks.... I was a nervous wreck! and deff was a mess!!
What's your relationship with the other girls you work with?
Professional of course!
Which wrestlers were the most fun to work with?
I always have a blast with Mistress Bellmonte, Luscious Latasha is always a challenge due to the size difference-so we always have to think outside the box. But all in all everyone i get a chance to work with is interesting annd a good time for all different reasons,,
What kind of advice can you give a young woman who might be considering getting into the Wrestling Business?
Dont expect to make money. expect long hours on the road. And plan on having a strong back bone being a female in a malle dominated sport. RESPECT is huge upon everyone.
Any Last Words for your fans out there?
Love ya all! ♥
I like to thank you for doing this interview sweetheart? Any links we can follow you or check out stuff on you?
my facebook~or myspace links any you want to add~
One On One With Current Women's Wrestler Mena Libra
What made you become a wrestler?
I'd been involved in the wrestling business for years, filming, setting up shows, taking down shows etc. Sitting on the sidelines was no longer satisfying to me so I enrolled at the House Of Truth Wrestling School (http://hotwrestlingschool.com/) training 4 days a week 4 hours a day. It was one of the most intense experiences of my life. I believe H.O.T. is one of the best schools out there, I am so fortunate to have trained (and to continue training) with them.
What do you like about wrestling? / What do you not like about wrestling?
I enjoy that wrestling has given me the opportunity to be a positive role model. I have had so many e-mails from young girls who dream of one day becoming professional wrestlers. It's a crazy feeling to know that I have made an impact on their lives and am able to offer advice to them.
I dislike the bad reputation that women's wrestling has been given. I doubly dislike the women who reinforce this reputation.
What do you feel is your biggest asset?
I feel the knowledge I obtained through my training is my biggest asset.
What was it like entering a arena with thousands of fans shouting and looking at you?
I'm not sure I've ever wrestled in front of thousands, but being able to entertain even one single fan feels amazing. It is a feeling that cannot be described.
Did you make any close friends while wrestling?
I have made a lot of friends through wrestling. In fact, I would say that the majority of my friendships were derived from wrestling.
Do you have much time to spend with your family?
My husband is also in the wrestling business, so I spend every weekend on the road with him. Unfortunately, I have missed a number of birthday parties, weddings, and other family-get-togethers due to being booked on shows out of state. It is hard, but I love what I do.
If you were a fan of the sport as a child, who were some of your favorites?
I only began watching wrestling at age 17. A few of my favorites were Chris Jericho, Goldust and Victoria.
Was there anyone that you credit for inspiring you to do what you do now?
Right before I began training I found myself watching a lot of SHIMMER Women Athletes. I will proudly say that their roster had a great influence on me taking the steps toward becoming a professional wrestler.
Is there anything you would like to accomplish that you haven't yet?
I would love to travel the world and eventually make wrestling my full-time job.
What did your friends and family think when you informed them of your desire to become a pro wrestler?
My friends were very supportive because most of them were already in the wrestling business. As far as family goes, my Mom doesn't like the idea of me getting thrown around a ring, but she tries her best to be supportive of it.
Is there something most fans don't know about you that you would like 'em to know?
Wrestling pretty much consumes my life. When I find free time I love having company over, especially during bonfire season. I am in love with NYC, and it's Broadway shows. I enjoy a good game of walleyball. I have 3 dogs and 4 cats. I also volunteer with the American Cancer Society and help organize a local Relay For Life event.
Who was your first match against and what was it like stepping the ring for the first time?
My first match was a mixed tag match. I teamed with Tommy Treznik & J. Miller against Sean, Blake & Daizee Haze. I have the match favorited on my youtube (http://youtube.com/menalibra). Being in the ring for the first time I remember being extremely nervous until the action started. Once Daizee and I began the match the nervousness subsided and I had my eyes on the prize.
What has surprised you the most about being a professional wrestling?
How many amazing people I have had the opportunity to meet. Whether it be fans, pro wrestlers, promoters, crew etc. Such genuine, great people.
Who were your mentors coming into the business?
My biggest mentors were, and still are, Truth Martini and Tommy Treznik.
Which wrestlers were the most fun to work with?
Too many to name, but I will say I enjoy having mixed tags and intergender matches. I appreciate the challenge of being in the ring with men and feel that those type of matches force me to improve and evolve.
What kind of advice can you give a young woman who might be considering getting into the Wrestling Business?
Find a good school that is going to train you properly and thoroughly.
Any Last Words for your fans out there?
THANK YOU!
Thank you for all the kind words and support. It's been an amazing road so far and none of this would have been possible without you fans. Keep coming out and showing your support for Independent Wrestling.
Thank You for taking time out of your busy schedule to do this interview.
Thank you for the opportunity! I am happy to be a part of your blog.
I'd been involved in the wrestling business for years, filming, setting up shows, taking down shows etc. Sitting on the sidelines was no longer satisfying to me so I enrolled at the House Of Truth Wrestling School (http://hotwrestlingschool.com/) training 4 days a week 4 hours a day. It was one of the most intense experiences of my life. I believe H.O.T. is one of the best schools out there, I am so fortunate to have trained (and to continue training) with them.
What do you like about wrestling? / What do you not like about wrestling?
I enjoy that wrestling has given me the opportunity to be a positive role model. I have had so many e-mails from young girls who dream of one day becoming professional wrestlers. It's a crazy feeling to know that I have made an impact on their lives and am able to offer advice to them.
I dislike the bad reputation that women's wrestling has been given. I doubly dislike the women who reinforce this reputation.
What do you feel is your biggest asset?
I feel the knowledge I obtained through my training is my biggest asset.
What was it like entering a arena with thousands of fans shouting and looking at you?
I'm not sure I've ever wrestled in front of thousands, but being able to entertain even one single fan feels amazing. It is a feeling that cannot be described.
Did you make any close friends while wrestling?
I have made a lot of friends through wrestling. In fact, I would say that the majority of my friendships were derived from wrestling.
Do you have much time to spend with your family?
My husband is also in the wrestling business, so I spend every weekend on the road with him. Unfortunately, I have missed a number of birthday parties, weddings, and other family-get-togethers due to being booked on shows out of state. It is hard, but I love what I do.
If you were a fan of the sport as a child, who were some of your favorites?
I only began watching wrestling at age 17. A few of my favorites were Chris Jericho, Goldust and Victoria.
Was there anyone that you credit for inspiring you to do what you do now?
Right before I began training I found myself watching a lot of SHIMMER Women Athletes. I will proudly say that their roster had a great influence on me taking the steps toward becoming a professional wrestler.
Is there anything you would like to accomplish that you haven't yet?
I would love to travel the world and eventually make wrestling my full-time job.
What did your friends and family think when you informed them of your desire to become a pro wrestler?
My friends were very supportive because most of them were already in the wrestling business. As far as family goes, my Mom doesn't like the idea of me getting thrown around a ring, but she tries her best to be supportive of it.
Is there something most fans don't know about you that you would like 'em to know?
Wrestling pretty much consumes my life. When I find free time I love having company over, especially during bonfire season. I am in love with NYC, and it's Broadway shows. I enjoy a good game of walleyball. I have 3 dogs and 4 cats. I also volunteer with the American Cancer Society and help organize a local Relay For Life event.
Who was your first match against and what was it like stepping the ring for the first time?
My first match was a mixed tag match. I teamed with Tommy Treznik & J. Miller against Sean, Blake & Daizee Haze. I have the match favorited on my youtube (http://youtube.com/menalibra). Being in the ring for the first time I remember being extremely nervous until the action started. Once Daizee and I began the match the nervousness subsided and I had my eyes on the prize.
What has surprised you the most about being a professional wrestling?
How many amazing people I have had the opportunity to meet. Whether it be fans, pro wrestlers, promoters, crew etc. Such genuine, great people.
Who were your mentors coming into the business?
My biggest mentors were, and still are, Truth Martini and Tommy Treznik.
Which wrestlers were the most fun to work with?
Too many to name, but I will say I enjoy having mixed tags and intergender matches. I appreciate the challenge of being in the ring with men and feel that those type of matches force me to improve and evolve.
What kind of advice can you give a young woman who might be considering getting into the Wrestling Business?
Find a good school that is going to train you properly and thoroughly.
Any Last Words for your fans out there?
THANK YOU!
Thank you for all the kind words and support. It's been an amazing road so far and none of this would have been possible without you fans. Keep coming out and showing your support for Independent Wrestling.
Thank You for taking time out of your busy schedule to do this interview.
Thank you for the opportunity! I am happy to be a part of your blog.
One On One With Future Women's Wrestler And Current Wrestling Valvet Sanela Salkic
What do you like about wrestling? / What do you not like about wrestling?
I love the adrenaline rush! I love the sound of the crowd, the high flying, the love, the passion, the heart that many have. I love the thought of putting my body on the line for the fans. What I hate is I hate the politics and the drama.
What type of music do you listen to?
I love anything and everything! Rock fires me up!
Best Stable of All-Time?
There were so many, my favorite has to be Hardys with Lita.
What was it like entering a arena with thousands of fans shouting and looking at you?
Wow, I haven’t performed in front of more than a thousand but even the hundreds make my heart go fast. It feels incredible. My passion and love for the business just lets itself out and I give it my all. I love this business, I do it for the people, for that feeling.
Did you make any close friends while wrestling?
I have a couple I call close and they have picked me up when I was down and I thank them with all of my heart for not letting me give up on this dream.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years time?
It is tough to say but the way things are going and what I hear from people I would love to see myself as the WWE Women’s champion. I feel it in my heart that it is where I belong and I will give it my heart and soul and hopefully I climb that ladder of success to achieve my dream. I also see myself as a fashion designer with custom gear!
What moves do you want in your move set?
I love highflying and submission. My favorite mix is Rey Mysterio, The Undertaker and Melina. I would love to do DDT’s, Headscissor, Hurricanarana, Bulldog, of the top rope leg drop, anything that has an interesting twist. When it comes to submission I love the sleeper and I have been working on my own submission finisher, so check me out one day!
What would be your theme song when you come to the ring? It is a tough choice but I always saw myself as an Unbreakable Force and my theme song would be The Broken by the Fireball Ministry.
What would your finishing move be? A submission and an off the top rope. Something interesting!
If you were a fan of the sport as a child, who were some of your favorites? That is an easy one! Boxing! Boxing led to wrestling and that is where the passion started. I have always been a fighter and I will continue to achieve that goal.
Was there anyone that you credit for inspiring you to do what you do now? Many people would disagree with my choice but as a person, John Cena inspires me the most. Wrestling would have to be the Undertaker and Rey Mysterio, Cena inspires me because he has so much passion and heart for the business and he has that Never Give Up attitude which I follow every single day of my life. He also is the ambassador of wishes for the Make a Wish Foundation, it is another reason why he inspires me so much to go for what I want in life. Also my very close friends who never let me fall.
Is there anything you would like to accomplish that you haven’t yet? I want to finish training and prove to those that hate that I am much more than eye candy. I KNOW that I can do this. It is in my blood and in my heart and I will prove to the world that I can be what I aspire to be.
Is there something most fans don't know about you that you would like 'em to know? I make wrestling gear! I am an artist and I have a huge love for animals. I am a shy person at times but once you get to know me, I can be your best friend.
What's your relationship with the other girls you work with? I actually haven’t had the chance to meet many. Those that I have would look down on me because I am just a valet and they think I am just eye candy. Those that were different, gave me a chance to explain that all I want to do is wrestle. I thank them for giving me that chance.
Which wrestlers were the most fun to work with? It was amazing managing my first wrestler, Chilango. He has looked after me and always saw me in his corner. He gave me some great spots and helped me show the world that eye candy can make a very good heel! It was also amazing being face with my green guy, Jak Ferrik, the man with amazing skills. Look to the future because you just may see a lot of me and Jak.
Do your family support what you do? My mom is petrified when it comes to wrestling because she is afraid I will get hurt. She supports me though, takes me to shows and I love her for that.
What kind of advice can you give a young woman who might be considering getting into the Wrestling Business? I would tell her to keep her head up. If people see her as eye candy, not to take it as a bad thing but to use it as an element of strength and prove to the world she can be so much more that that. Do not listen to the people that hate and do not let the drama get you down. In wrestling there is always drama and it always gets tougher. Just have to be strong. A good piece of advice would be never date the people you work with because it causes more drama but sometimes we can’t help what the heart feels. Just make good choices and fight to achieve your goals. Sacrifice is everything in this business. Give em’ hell girl!
Any Last Words for your fans out there? Look to the future because it is bright! I do not know when, I am not sure where but you will see a lot of me! I am going to stay determined and hopefully one day I will make it to the top and help woman’s wrestling! Thank You for all your love and support and follow those who chase their dream and entertain you the most! Much love, Sanela.
I like to thank you for doing this interview sweetheart? Hope we can talk to you real soon? That you will! Thank you and you are very welcome!
I love the adrenaline rush! I love the sound of the crowd, the high flying, the love, the passion, the heart that many have. I love the thought of putting my body on the line for the fans. What I hate is I hate the politics and the drama.
What type of music do you listen to?
I love anything and everything! Rock fires me up!
Best Stable of All-Time?
There were so many, my favorite has to be Hardys with Lita.
What was it like entering a arena with thousands of fans shouting and looking at you?
Wow, I haven’t performed in front of more than a thousand but even the hundreds make my heart go fast. It feels incredible. My passion and love for the business just lets itself out and I give it my all. I love this business, I do it for the people, for that feeling.
Did you make any close friends while wrestling?
I have a couple I call close and they have picked me up when I was down and I thank them with all of my heart for not letting me give up on this dream.
Where do you see yourself in 10 years time?
It is tough to say but the way things are going and what I hear from people I would love to see myself as the WWE Women’s champion. I feel it in my heart that it is where I belong and I will give it my heart and soul and hopefully I climb that ladder of success to achieve my dream. I also see myself as a fashion designer with custom gear!
What moves do you want in your move set?
I love highflying and submission. My favorite mix is Rey Mysterio, The Undertaker and Melina. I would love to do DDT’s, Headscissor, Hurricanarana, Bulldog, of the top rope leg drop, anything that has an interesting twist. When it comes to submission I love the sleeper and I have been working on my own submission finisher, so check me out one day!
What would be your theme song when you come to the ring? It is a tough choice but I always saw myself as an Unbreakable Force and my theme song would be The Broken by the Fireball Ministry.
What would your finishing move be? A submission and an off the top rope. Something interesting!
If you were a fan of the sport as a child, who were some of your favorites? That is an easy one! Boxing! Boxing led to wrestling and that is where the passion started. I have always been a fighter and I will continue to achieve that goal.
Was there anyone that you credit for inspiring you to do what you do now? Many people would disagree with my choice but as a person, John Cena inspires me the most. Wrestling would have to be the Undertaker and Rey Mysterio, Cena inspires me because he has so much passion and heart for the business and he has that Never Give Up attitude which I follow every single day of my life. He also is the ambassador of wishes for the Make a Wish Foundation, it is another reason why he inspires me so much to go for what I want in life. Also my very close friends who never let me fall.
Is there anything you would like to accomplish that you haven’t yet? I want to finish training and prove to those that hate that I am much more than eye candy. I KNOW that I can do this. It is in my blood and in my heart and I will prove to the world that I can be what I aspire to be.
Is there something most fans don't know about you that you would like 'em to know? I make wrestling gear! I am an artist and I have a huge love for animals. I am a shy person at times but once you get to know me, I can be your best friend.
What's your relationship with the other girls you work with? I actually haven’t had the chance to meet many. Those that I have would look down on me because I am just a valet and they think I am just eye candy. Those that were different, gave me a chance to explain that all I want to do is wrestle. I thank them for giving me that chance.
Which wrestlers were the most fun to work with? It was amazing managing my first wrestler, Chilango. He has looked after me and always saw me in his corner. He gave me some great spots and helped me show the world that eye candy can make a very good heel! It was also amazing being face with my green guy, Jak Ferrik, the man with amazing skills. Look to the future because you just may see a lot of me and Jak.
Do your family support what you do? My mom is petrified when it comes to wrestling because she is afraid I will get hurt. She supports me though, takes me to shows and I love her for that.
What kind of advice can you give a young woman who might be considering getting into the Wrestling Business? I would tell her to keep her head up. If people see her as eye candy, not to take it as a bad thing but to use it as an element of strength and prove to the world she can be so much more that that. Do not listen to the people that hate and do not let the drama get you down. In wrestling there is always drama and it always gets tougher. Just have to be strong. A good piece of advice would be never date the people you work with because it causes more drama but sometimes we can’t help what the heart feels. Just make good choices and fight to achieve your goals. Sacrifice is everything in this business. Give em’ hell girl!
Any Last Words for your fans out there? Look to the future because it is bright! I do not know when, I am not sure where but you will see a lot of me! I am going to stay determined and hopefully one day I will make it to the top and help woman’s wrestling! Thank You for all your love and support and follow those who chase their dream and entertain you the most! Much love, Sanela.
I like to thank you for doing this interview sweetheart? Hope we can talk to you real soon? That you will! Thank you and you are very welcome!
One On One Interview With Marti Belle
How did you get your start into wrestling? I have always been a fan of wrestling. Two years ago, I saw an ad on Model Mayhem for a company (World of Unpredictable Wrestling) that was looking for models to work as valets for some of their wrestlers. I went down and eventually became a manager and then started training.
What do you like and dislike about wrestling? I love the showmanship and comraderie of wrestling. I love being able to step into the ring and entertain the crowds. What I dislike is probably that there arent more shows in NYC.
What's your favorite story backstage at a wrestling show? I have so many fun backstage stories. I have lots of fun at every show I do because I do what I love. One of the best moments was probably sleeping in the parking lot of Denny's because we were too tired to keep driving home.
Who were your insperations in the ring? I think I take a little bit from a few wrestlers. I'm a big fan of high flyers but also an even bigger fan of workers who do a lot of mat wrestling.
Top 5 Favorite Opponents In The Ring? Roxie Cotton, Tina San Antonio, Mercedes Martinez, Annie Social & Mia Yim
Who was your 1st match against and how did you feel about it? My first match was against Tina San Antonio and Sweet Pea. I just remember being super nervous but so excited! I was so happy to finally be able to show what I had been working on for so long!
Favorite Outfit to wear to the ring? I loooove to wear a pair of shorts, a sequined bra and one of my cool wife beaters. I am so comfortable!
Any Females You wanna be in the ring against someday? I would love to face Mickie James!
What's your theme song when you come to the ring? It's called "For the Gods" by PUi. They're some of my best friends and their music is amazing.
Anything you wanna say to your fans? I love my fans!! I am so thankful to be able to entertain you all and see your faces in the crowd!
Anything You wanna say to the females who wanna be in the wrestling business? It is a tough business to be in. You have to be willing to work very hard and sacrifice a lot of things. Listen to what veterans tell you and try to learn as much as you can everyday.
Wanna Say Anything To your co-workers?
Thank you and get ready, I'm coming strong!
What Links can we follow you at to find more about yourself? Facebook.com/martibelle & Twitter.com/martibelle
What do you like and dislike about wrestling? I love the showmanship and comraderie of wrestling. I love being able to step into the ring and entertain the crowds. What I dislike is probably that there arent more shows in NYC.
What's your favorite story backstage at a wrestling show? I have so many fun backstage stories. I have lots of fun at every show I do because I do what I love. One of the best moments was probably sleeping in the parking lot of Denny's because we were too tired to keep driving home.
Who were your insperations in the ring? I think I take a little bit from a few wrestlers. I'm a big fan of high flyers but also an even bigger fan of workers who do a lot of mat wrestling.
Top 5 Favorite Opponents In The Ring? Roxie Cotton, Tina San Antonio, Mercedes Martinez, Annie Social & Mia Yim
Who was your 1st match against and how did you feel about it? My first match was against Tina San Antonio and Sweet Pea. I just remember being super nervous but so excited! I was so happy to finally be able to show what I had been working on for so long!
Favorite Outfit to wear to the ring? I loooove to wear a pair of shorts, a sequined bra and one of my cool wife beaters. I am so comfortable!
Any Females You wanna be in the ring against someday? I would love to face Mickie James!
What's your theme song when you come to the ring? It's called "For the Gods" by PUi. They're some of my best friends and their music is amazing.
Anything you wanna say to your fans? I love my fans!! I am so thankful to be able to entertain you all and see your faces in the crowd!
Anything You wanna say to the females who wanna be in the wrestling business? It is a tough business to be in. You have to be willing to work very hard and sacrifice a lot of things. Listen to what veterans tell you and try to learn as much as you can everyday.
Wanna Say Anything To your co-workers?
Thank you and get ready, I'm coming strong!
What Links can we follow you at to find more about yourself? Facebook.com/martibelle & Twitter.com/martibelle
One On One Interview With Former TNA Knockout Mickie Knuckles
What made you become a wrestler?
I remember getting to go to the Louisville Gardens with my sisters and I was standing up against the guardrail. In the ring was Downtown Bruno vs. Ms. Jackie. Watching her in there, ready to fight anyone, it was inspiring. I wanted to be a wrestler then. Thanks to some luck of the Irish, I was trained like I was and basically told I was given no special treatment. Wouldn’t have wanted it any other way.
What do you like about wrestling? / What do you not like about wrestling?
I have always said that the one thing about this business that I hate, it’s the business. I love being in the ring.
What type of music do you listen to?
Anything from country to rock, and jazz to pop. If it’s a good song, then it’s a good song no matter it’s genre.
What's your favorite song?
Hollywood Undead’s “We Never Going Down.” It cracks me out and I jam out to it.
Do you have any funny backstage stories you like to share?
Got a lot of them.....Going to have to watch the next shoot interview for them...;)
What do you feel is your biggest asset?
Um....I really don’t know.
What was it like entering a arena with thousands of fans shouting and looking at you?
It’s an adrenaline rush like nothing else I have ever experienced. Heel or Baby Face. You can just feed off of it and it’s almost like a drug.
Did you make any close friends while wrestling?
I have a lot of good friends because of wrestling. Lost some good ones to.
You friends with any tna knockouts to this day?
I stay in contact with some.
You coming back to tna wrestling?
I don’t know. Rumor is they are trying to shut down the women’s division.
How did you feel when you got that leg injury?
If you’re asking about the amount of pain, it was horrible. I would not put my worst enemy through that. As far as personal life, breaking my leg is the best thing that could have happened to me.
If you were a fan of the sport as a child, who were some of your favorites?
Sherri Martel, Chris Benoit, Undertaker, Sting (yes I was a sting mark), Aja Kong Mayumi Toyota, Bull Nakano, Ms. Texas (Jackie) and many more.
Was there anyone that you credit for inspiring you to do what you do now?
There are alot of people I give credit for inspiring me. Most wrestlers that I admire and some that are not.
Is there anything you would like to accomplish that you havent yet?
Visit every continent and wrestle on them.
What did your friends and family think when you informed them of your desire to become a pro wrestler?
Hated the idea. They were too afraid I would get hurt.... I am highly accident prone. Lol
What kind of workout do you do? And how many hours per week on average do you spend working out?
It varies, I run, sometimes do some yoga, lift weights.
Is there something most fans don't know about you that you would like 'em to know?
I love the outdoors. Hiking, fishing, camping.... everything but hunting. Not a fan of hunting really.
Who was your first match against and what was it like stepping the ring for the first time?
Hailey Hatred and I was nervous as shit.
What's your relationship with the other girls you work with?
I very rarely find girls that I don’t get along with.
Which wrestlers were the most fun to work with?
Lufisto, daisy Haze, Rachel Putski, Kong, Nikki Roxx, MsChif, Daffney, Tracy Brooks... I have so many.
What kind of advice can you give a young woman who might be considering getting into the Wrestling Business?
If you don’t handle pain well, this isn’t the place for you. RUNNNNN lol
Any Last Words for your fans out there?
Keep supporting the indies. Without you, there is no us.
I like to thank you for doing this interview sweetheart? Any links we can follow you or check out stuff on you?
Mickieknuckles.com
I remember getting to go to the Louisville Gardens with my sisters and I was standing up against the guardrail. In the ring was Downtown Bruno vs. Ms. Jackie. Watching her in there, ready to fight anyone, it was inspiring. I wanted to be a wrestler then. Thanks to some luck of the Irish, I was trained like I was and basically told I was given no special treatment. Wouldn’t have wanted it any other way.
What do you like about wrestling? / What do you not like about wrestling?
I have always said that the one thing about this business that I hate, it’s the business. I love being in the ring.
What type of music do you listen to?
Anything from country to rock, and jazz to pop. If it’s a good song, then it’s a good song no matter it’s genre.
What's your favorite song?
Hollywood Undead’s “We Never Going Down.” It cracks me out and I jam out to it.
Do you have any funny backstage stories you like to share?
Got a lot of them.....Going to have to watch the next shoot interview for them...;)
What do you feel is your biggest asset?
Um....I really don’t know.
What was it like entering a arena with thousands of fans shouting and looking at you?
It’s an adrenaline rush like nothing else I have ever experienced. Heel or Baby Face. You can just feed off of it and it’s almost like a drug.
Did you make any close friends while wrestling?
I have a lot of good friends because of wrestling. Lost some good ones to.
You friends with any tna knockouts to this day?
I stay in contact with some.
You coming back to tna wrestling?
I don’t know. Rumor is they are trying to shut down the women’s division.
How did you feel when you got that leg injury?
If you’re asking about the amount of pain, it was horrible. I would not put my worst enemy through that. As far as personal life, breaking my leg is the best thing that could have happened to me.
If you were a fan of the sport as a child, who were some of your favorites?
Sherri Martel, Chris Benoit, Undertaker, Sting (yes I was a sting mark), Aja Kong Mayumi Toyota, Bull Nakano, Ms. Texas (Jackie) and many more.
Was there anyone that you credit for inspiring you to do what you do now?
There are alot of people I give credit for inspiring me. Most wrestlers that I admire and some that are not.
Is there anything you would like to accomplish that you havent yet?
Visit every continent and wrestle on them.
What did your friends and family think when you informed them of your desire to become a pro wrestler?
Hated the idea. They were too afraid I would get hurt.... I am highly accident prone. Lol
What kind of workout do you do? And how many hours per week on average do you spend working out?
It varies, I run, sometimes do some yoga, lift weights.
Is there something most fans don't know about you that you would like 'em to know?
I love the outdoors. Hiking, fishing, camping.... everything but hunting. Not a fan of hunting really.
Who was your first match against and what was it like stepping the ring for the first time?
Hailey Hatred and I was nervous as shit.
What's your relationship with the other girls you work with?
I very rarely find girls that I don’t get along with.
Which wrestlers were the most fun to work with?
Lufisto, daisy Haze, Rachel Putski, Kong, Nikki Roxx, MsChif, Daffney, Tracy Brooks... I have so many.
What kind of advice can you give a young woman who might be considering getting into the Wrestling Business?
If you don’t handle pain well, this isn’t the place for you. RUNNNNN lol
Any Last Words for your fans out there?
Keep supporting the indies. Without you, there is no us.
I like to thank you for doing this interview sweetheart? Any links we can follow you or check out stuff on you?
Mickieknuckles.com
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