$o Cal Val

In our never ending attempt at introducing you to some overseen talent in the wrestling world, I am pleased to present 10 Questions With...$o Cal Val. Val is making a name for herself as a manager having worked for numerous promotions including GSCW, WPW, EPIC, SCW, NNW, ICW, SEX, PCW, AWS, FOW, IPW-Hardcore, AWF, AWO, FWC, NWA FL, WEW, MLW, UPW, and NWA:TNA. Be sure to keep an eye out for her and check out her site at SoCalVal.com!

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

I simply really loved watching it, so much that I wanted to be involved. I thought I could bring something different to it and prove women have a place in wrestling.

2. Do you have any aspirations to wrestle instead of or in addition to managing?

Not at this time. I have had a little wrestling training and loved it, but I am an avid supporter of bringing managers back into the mix.

3. Who are some of your influences as a professional wrestling manager?

Miss Elizabeth, Missy Hyatt, Stephanie McMahon, Sunny. The list goes on and on. The cool thing is being able to study the different styles they all have and then put my own twist on it. I really enjoy the older stuff though, and will watch any tapes I can get my hands on. I study male managers as well. I'm still looking for a Best of Bobby Heenan tape so if anyone has one send it my way!

4. The debate has been never ending as far as the differences between a manager and a valet. What makes you a manager as opposed to a valet?

A manager is someone who gets involved. One who is so concerned about their client winning they will do anything humanly possible to make that happen. A manager makes their presence felt. A valet is someone who stands around the ring doing not much of anything.

5. Of all the promotions you have worked for, which have been your favorites? Why?

UPW. They personify professionalism. I have always been impressed with the company.

6. What has been your most memorable moment in the business thus far?

Working for Randy Savage. I've been blessed with a lot of opportunities I'll always remember, but having the "Macho Man" watching you manage is a huge honor.

7. As a woman in a male dominated sport, are you ever treated differently by other wrestlers or by promoters? If so, how do you handle it?

I'd be lying if I said it's been easy in that sense. People are very quick to make assumptions about women in wrestling. Especially when they don't know you, people aren't sure of why you're there. I've learned to keep my head high and trust that people will eventually understand I'm in this business for the right reasons.

8. What has been your most embarrassing moment in the sport?

I've yet to have anything too embarrassing happen as of yet, other than the occasional trip or stumble here and there.

9. What do you think it takes to make a good manager in wrestling? Many managers on the indy scene take away from the actual match. How do you successfully combine everything to be a good manager while not taking away from the actual in ring action?

It takes time and experience to distinguish the line between making your presence felt and stealing the show. Your focus should be on your client and the match they're in, not selfishly bringing attention to yourself. I tell myself this: The wrestlers are the show, period. I am the icing on the cake.

10. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
I couldn't tell you that. But I certainly hope I'm as satisfied as I am now.


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