After countless years of being the absolute best, I finally received the recognition—PWI #1 Wrestler of the Year.
To earn that honor in 2025 means everything to me, especially with the depth, talent, and hunger of women in professional wrestling today. This is the most competitive era women’s wrestling has ever seen, and I don’t take that lightly. I had the opportunity this year to step into the ring with so many women I hadn’t crossed paths with before—and every single one brought fire, drive, and something unique that pushed me to be better.
One of my favorite discoveries was Aliss Link from Denmark. Her style is unlike anything I’ve experienced—creative, sharp, and unpredictable. One of my favorite independent matches of the year came against her, and trust me when I say: Aliss Link is someone you need to keep your eyes on.
Kanji from the UK, wrestling for RevPro, twisted me into shapes I didn’t even know my body could bend into. She proudly calls herself the female Zack Sabre Jr., and for good reason. Wrestling her felt like a high-level chess match—one I can’t wait to play again.
Then there’s Emersyn Jayne from Scotland. Don’t let appearances fool you. Her intensity, agility, and ferocity were unreal. She represented her country with pride, holding the Discovery Pro Championship for over 1,000 days. But as the CEO of women’s wrestling, I study my opponents like no other— and I always find a way to win.
