Tiffani Monroe
She has made a name for herself working for such promotions as World Star Wrestling, Penn York Wrestling, Championship Pro Wrestling, Atlantic Championship Wrestling, Southern Wrestling Alliance, and World Wide Wrestling Alliance. On September 27th she will be in CT working for Afa's WXW in his first ever Women's Super 8. Now, Tiffani Monroe has taken time out of her schedule to answer 10 Questions for us. Be sure to check out Tiffani's website for more information.

1. Q: What made you decide to become a professional wrestler?
A: I met up with my trainer, Johnny Graham. I must say that I really was not into wrestling before I met him, but following him around to the shows, and seeing the commoradary between the wrestlers, and just the excitement of the matches, I soon was sold. One thing led to another and I began my training as a manager which eventually advanced to training to be a wrestler, (What a transformation.....)

2. Q: Where did you train and how did you decide to train there?
As a manager I did most of my training at the House of Pain in Hagerstown, Md. John Rambo runs expedition shows twice weekly there. It was a great way for me to start out in managing. My trainer along with Mr. Rambo would critique my performances and offer advice. From there I trained wherever my trainer was working out at the time. Johnny Glitter ran Back Breakers in Mechanicsburg, Pa. and I trained there frequently since it was so close to home for me. Now we currently workout at Fort Noxious Wrestling Academy in Hershey, Pa. the group of wrestlers that train there are like a family. everyone is there to help each other.

3. Q: At any point during your training did you think you had made the wrong choice or did you want to quit and take a different path?
A: Honestly I have to say yes I did think at different times if I wanted to pursue professional wrestling. So many times I would get frustrated, in trying to get down different moves. But that was really a minor problem for me. Not being around wrestling much in my past, I did not know the psychology of it. Learning to tell "a story" with the moves, the holds, it was very difficult to learn. There were several evenings where I would leave practice not knowing if I would return. But it is amazing what a pep talk from a good trainer can do, and also a good nights sleep.

4. Q: When was your first pro match, whom was it against and how long after starting your training did it take place?
A: I started managing in November of 2000, but my first pro wrestling match in which I wrestled was Aug 2001. It was in Championship Pro Wrestling in WV. I was originally scheduled to be in an all women's battle royal, but only four women showed so it ended up being a Tag Team match. I was teamed with Sasha, who by the way may I mention is still my Tag Team partner in CPW, and we were scheduled to go up against Flayre & Sahara. It was definitely a learning experience for all of us girls. I was four months into my training when I did this match, Looking back I can honestly say that I was not ready to enter the ring so soon.

5. Q: What promotions do you (and have you) wrestled for?
A: House of Pain Wrestling Federation/National Wrestling League, Lethal Wrestling Federation, World Star Wrestling, Penn York Wrestling, Championship Pro Wrestling, International Pro Wrestling, Poconos Championship Wrestling, Classic Championship Wrestling, Trans World Wrestling Alliance, Atlantic Championship Wrestling, Southern Wrestling Alliance, World Wide Wrestling Alliance, Susquehanna Wrestling Organization, World Extreme Wrestling.

6. Q: What do you think of the current state of women's wrestling and what do you think of the current state of independent wresting in general?
A: I feel that women's wrestling is on the rise. More women's matches are being booked on Indy cards, also there are more "Women's wrestling federations popping up all of the time. Women's wrestling has come a long way, from T&A and staged apartment house wrestling to actual female pro wrestling matches. The fans today seem to be looking for the women who show their talent of wrestling rather than the ladies who use the ring as a glorified strip show. With the female wrestling gear that is available today, I think that women can show their wrestling skills and yet show their beauty also.
As far as Indy wrestling in general. It is definitely not what it was. With everyone and their uncle having shows and hiring any untrained backyard worker who will work for cheap, these federations are giving Indy Wrestling a bad name. There is so much more to wrestling than being thrown through a table or hit with a trash can. If people want that they can buy a video off the TV. Wrestling fans who attend these types of shows, are left disappointed and leery about attending the next show that comes to town.

7.Q: Are you treated (by promoters or other wrestlers) any differently because you are a woman in a predominantly male sport? If so, how are you treated on those occasions?
A: For the most part I have been treated with a lot of respect by everyone in the business. You are the image that you uphold. If you want to be treated with respect, then you must show respect. I have had one or two occasions where I have not been booked for a card because I will not expose myself to the promoters limits. That is fine. It is a personal thing for me. I do not judge the women who will take these jobs, it is just not for me. I would like my name to get known because I am a decent wrestler.

8.Q: Who are some of the people who have been an influence on you, your decision to become a pro wrestler, and your wrestling style?
A: My trainer, Johnny Graham of course, has drilled "Old School" into me since day one. A woman who I have never met personally has been such a role model for me with her ability to work the crowds, and that is Amy Lee. And another lady who I look up to for her wrestling ability and style is Amanda Storm. In watching Amanda wrestle, she is the one that really sold "Submissive Wrestling" to me.

9.Q: What has been your most memorable moment in wrestling (either one you were directly involved in or just a moment you witnessed or saw and still haven't forgotten it)?
A: Gosh, there have been so many. This may sound strange, but it was a time in practice where I felt really confident to a point where I was cocky. I did a move that almost broke my neck. It really made me take a step back and rethink the whole Wrestling thing." Yes, wrestling can be a lot of fun, but it can also be dangerous. So many fans say that wrestling is "fake." There is nothing fake about getting seriously hurt. And it happens to the best. I think of Lita, and how indestructible I thought she was. I guess that the memory that situation has left me with is to respect the sport and don't get too cocky.

10. Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
A: I hope to be continuing with my wrestling and making new friends in the business along with entertaining the fans. I eventually would also like to help train wrestling students and help give them their break in the business.

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