CJ Summers

1. What made you decide to get involved in professional wrestling?

Well, I grew up watching it on TV with my grandpa and dad. I always dreamed of one day becoming a pro wrestler. Not many people really know this, but the actual defining moment that I decided to just go for it was when Lex Luger slammed Yokozuna on the Intrepid. Now this many not have been a defining moment in the history of pro wrestling, but the way the fans exploded sparked something inside me, and that's when I decided to take a chance and chase my dream.

2. Of all the promotions and places you have wrestled, which stand out as some of your favorites and why? Any least favorites?

I'm thankful to be able to step in the ring and wrestle. Some of the promotions that really stick out are ACWA in New Jersey because the locker room is so laid back and feels like a family, which is hard to find, Ring of Glory in Georgia; that was a great experience all around. Overseas, IWW is totally like a second family to me; I always have a great experience when I am over there and the fans are killer because they always welcome me with open arms.

3. What is the best thing about being in the wrestling business?

I would have to say the best thing about the wrestling business to me is that I get to live out my dream and see the world. There are alot of really special moments I wouldn't have had a chance to experience if I wasn't in wrestling. We only get one shot at life, so instead of chasing the wave I'd rather ride it.

4. What is the worst thing about being a professional wrestler?

The worst thing about the wrestling business, in my opinion, is that we don't get respected as true athletes. We put our bodies on the line every night and even if we're hurt we suck it up and wrestle.

5. What has been the most memorable moment of your career thus far?

Most definitely being named one of the top 500 wrestlers in the world by PWI. That is a very big achievement since there are literally thousands of wrestlers throughout the world. Also, being part of the Ring of Glory show. That was such a great experience on so many levels, I'm honored to have been a part of the event. Last but most definitely not least is having the opportunity to wrestle in Europe.

6. Who are some of your favorite people to step in the ring with or against?

There are so many great guys that I've had the pleasure to step into the ring with...to name just a few I would say Air Paris, Crowbar, Mat Bomboy, Bam Katraz, Jimmy Rave and others, just too many to list.

7. What do you think of the current state of professional wrestling?

I actually feel pretty positive about the current state of wrestling. You see with four major shows on television, this helps to create opportunity by giving a shot to the wrestlers in the development territories and giving indy wrestlers a chance to score a developmental deal. It's also pretty positive on the indy level with the increasing circulation of DVDs and internet wrestling shows. This just opens up more opportunities for indy wrestlers.

8. If you could do it all over again, is there anything you would change or do differently?

I wouldn't change a thing! If I were to go back and change one thing I wouldn't be the person I am today and may not appreciate all the things I've achieved to this point. I feel every experience, good or bad, will help you to become a better person.

9. If you could wrestle anyone, living or deceased, who would it be?

I totally get this question all the time, LOL. It would most definitely be Rey Mysterio Jr. I'm a big fan of the Lucha LIbre style of wrestling and have incorporated it into my own hybrid style of American Lucha, but it would be killer to step in the ring with someone who has the background in true Lucha Libre like Rey Mysterio Jr. I know I could walk out of that match learning alot.

10. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Hopefully I will be in one of the big companies. I would just like to get the opportunity to showcase my ability and let the cards fall where they may.

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