Ruthie Jay is building her name through consistency, skill, and championship-level performances. Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Ruthie Jay made her way to the United States and trained under Gangrel at the Coastal Championship Wrestling Training Facility. That foundation helped shape her into the competitor she is today. Known as “The 5-Star Athlete,” Ruthie Jay combines technical wrestling with a hard-hitting style that stands out every time she steps into the ring. Her biggest statement came in Coastal Championship Wrestling, where she held the CCW Women’s Championship for 538 days, establishing one of the most dominant title reigns in the promotion’s history. That run put her on the map as one of the top competitors on the independent scene. Her momentum carried into larger stages. In 2025, she made her televised debut for TNA Wrestling, appearing on Xplosion against Myla Grace. She has also been active with the National Wrestling Alliance, continuing to expand her reach. In 2026, Ruthie Jay continues to stay active, returning to CCW and joining the WrestleLIT roster for Mania Week, proving she is still building momentum and creating new opportunities. Technical. Tough. Consistent. Ruthie Jay continues to prove why she is one of the most reliable performers on the independent scene. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights competitors who are defining their careers through performance and longevity. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, donate or learn more at womenswrestlingarchive.com .

Izzy Moreno ’s story started as a fan. Now it continues as a champion. Many remember her from NXT TakeOver: Respect (2015), when she was in the crowd and became part of a moment involving Mercedes Moné. Years later, she is no longer watching from the stands. She is in the ring. Izzy began training at just 12 years old and made her in-ring debut at 16. By 2023, she officially stepped into Mission Pro Wrestling, beginning her professional career. In 2024, she made history by becoming the youngest Mission Pro Wrestling Champion, a major milestone that showed how quickly she has developed. She has also held championship gold in other promotions, including the Atomic Legacy Wrestling Championship. Her momentum continued into 2025 when she made her debut in WWE ID, appearing during WrestleMania week in Las Vegas. The opportunity placed her among a new generation of talent being developed for the future of the industry. The recognition followed. Izzy was named Fightful’s 2024 Rookie of the Year, further solidifying her as one of the most promising young wrestlers today. Known as “Everybody’s Favorite BFF,” Izzy brings a mix of energy and determination to the ring, often finishing matches with her signature armbar submission. At just 18 years old, her career is only getting started. But the foundation is already there. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights the next generation of women building the future of wrestling. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, donate or learn more at womenswrestlingarchive.com .

Rhio has built her name the hard way. No shortcuts. No gimmicks. Just impact. The Preston native debuted in 2016 after training at PCW Wrestling School, and since then has become one of the most respected competitors on the British independent scene. Known for her hard-hitting, physical style, Rhio has made a name for herself in matches that demand toughness and endurance. Her biggest statement came in Progress Wrestling, where she became a two-time Progress Women’s World Champion, proving she could carry the division and deliver at the top level. She has also been a major presence in Pro-Wrestling: EVE, competing in the promotion’s Strong Women Style matches, where physicality and intensity define every performance. Matches against names like Charlie Evans and Lizzy Evo have helped solidify her reputation as one of the toughest competitors in the UK. Rhio’s experience extends beyond the UK. She has competed in NXT UK and internationally in Tokyo Joshi Pro-Wrestling, continuing to expand her reach and build her résumé. Her style is simple. Hit hard. Keep going. Win. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights competitors who define their era through performance and consistency. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, donate or learn more at womenswrestlingarchive.com .

Ivelisse has never needed much to stand out. Give her a ring, give her a fight, and she will do the rest. For more than 18 years, the Puerto Rican veteran has built one of the deepest résumés in women’s wrestling. She has competed everywhere from WWE and NXT to Lucha Underground, AEW, and SHINE, and she is still active in 2026. She is also scheduled for SHINE 86 on April 12, 2026, in Clearwater, Florida. A lot of fans know her best from Lucha Underground, where she competed as part of one of the promotion’s most memorable acts and became a two-time Trios Champion alongside Son of Havoc and Angélico. Others remember her from AEW, where she and Diamante won the inaugural AEW Women’s Tag Team Cup in 2020. But Ivelisse’s legacy is bigger than one company. In SHINE, she became a cornerstone of the promotion and won the SHINE Championship four times, along with the SHINE Nova Championship. That kind of longevity matters. It shows staying power. It shows range. It shows she has been able to evolve while still staying dangerous. Even now, she is still making noise. In early 2026, she was involved in a headline-grabbing moment around WWE ID Women’s Champion Laynie Luck, a reminder that Ivelisse still knows how to get attention and stay in the conversation. Her style has always felt different. Sharp. Physical. Unapologetic. That is why Ivelisse has remained relevant for nearly two decades. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights women who built their names through consistency, edge, and staying power. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, donate or learn more at womenswrestlingarchive.com .

Charity King is stepping into 2026 with momentum and championship gold. At New Texas Pro Wrestling’s Snakebite event, King defeated VertVixen to capture the New Texas Pro Women’s Championship, ending a 331 day title reign and becoming the seventh champion in the promotion’s history. It was a statement win and a clear shift in the division. And she didn’t stop there. Charity King is also the ASÉ Women’s Champion, becoming the inaugural titleholder after winning a four way tournament against Karen Renee, Savannah Evans, and Maya World. Two titles. Two statements. Her résumé continues to grow. As one half of The King Bees with Danni Bee, she held both the NWA World Women’s Tag Team Championship and Mission Pro Wrestling Tag Team Championship, defending gold across multiple promotions at the same time. Power defines her style. Presence defines her matches. Trained and guided by respected names like Jazz and Booker T, Charity King brings a physical, no-nonsense approach to the ring. She doesn’t adjust to opponents. Opponents adjust to her. From tag team dominance to singles championship success, Charity King is building one of the strongest runs on the independent scene right now. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights competitors who are taking control of their division and setting the tone for what’s next. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, donate or learn more at womenswrestlingarchive.com .

Penelope Pink may bring glamour to the ring, but behind the polished look is a competitor who knows how to win championships. Raised in Detroit, Michigan, Pink developed discipline early growing up in a household led by two police officers. That focus carried into her athletic background as a competitive cheerleader before eventually leading her to professional wrestling. Her career took a major turn when she moved to Los Angeles and caught the attention of Lana Star, who brought her into the spotlight as part of The Fab Four in WOW Women of Wrestling alongside Miami’s Sweet Heat. Inside the ring, Penelope Pink quickly proved she was more than style and confidence. She has become one of the top stars in WOW, capturing the WOW World Championship twice. As of February 2026, Pink is recognized as a two-time WOW World Champion, reclaiming the title after defeating Tormenta. Her success in the promotion also includes holding the WOW World Tag Team Championship, further establishing her as one of the key competitors in the WOW women’s division. Whether competing for singles gold or representing her faction, Penelope Pink brings confidence, control, and championship experience to every match. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights competitors who continue to shape the landscape of women’s wrestling. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, donate or learn more at womenswrestlingarchive.com .

Red Velvet has built her reputation through athleticism, resilience, and championship success. The Colombian-American wrestler began training in 2015 at Fighting Evolution Wrestling (FEW) in Miami under JB Cool. She made her in-ring debut in 2016 and quickly captured the FEW Women’s Championship, marking one of the first major milestones of her career. Her momentum eventually led her to All Elite Wrestling, where she debuted on AEW Dark in 2020 before appearing on AEW Dynamite against Hikaru Shida. As her role in the company grew, she became part of the faction The Baddies alongside Jade Cargill and Kiera Hogan. Velvet continued building her résumé in Ring of Honor, where she made history in the women’s division. In 2024 she captured the ROH Women’s World Television Championship, beginning what would become a record-breaking reign of 481 days, the longest in the title’s history. After returning from injury in 2025, Velvet defeated Mercedes Moné at Final Battle to regain the championship, beginning her second reign as ROH Women’s World Television Champion. From her early days on the independent scene to championship success in AEW and ROH, Red Velvet continues to prove herself as one of the most consistent competitors in the division. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights athletes who continue shaping the present and future of women’s wrestling. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, donate or learn more at womenswrestlingarchive.com .

J-Rod has become one of the standout competitors in WOW Women of Wrestling, bringing power, athleticism, and intensity to the ring. Before stepping into professional wrestling, J-Rod was already known as a high level athlete. She appeared on American Gladiators  as The Ultimate Athlete , showcasing the strength and conditioning that now define her wrestling style. She later trained at KnokX Pro Entertainment , the wrestling school founded by Rikishi, where she developed the skills that helped transition her athletic background into professional wrestling. In WOW, J-Rod has built a reputation as a powerful competitor capable of matching strength with speed and endurance. Her presence continues to grow within the promotion’s women’s division. Outside of the ring, she is also known for her energetic personality and brand, often appearing alongside fellow WOW talent Nikki Nashville . With her athletic background and growing experience in the ring, J-Rod continues to establish herself as a competitor to watch. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas  highlights athletes who are helping shape the future of women’s wrestling. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, donate or learn more at womenswrestlingarchive.com .

Tiffany Nieves, known in the ring as “La Princesa,” has quickly become one of the standout competitors in National Wrestling Alliance. As of March 2026, Nieves holds two championships in the NWA, making her one of the promotion’s most dominant figures. She is the NWA World Women’s Television Champion, where she became the longest reigning champion in the title’s history after defeating Big Mama on February 2, 2025. She also holds the NWA World Women’s Tag Team Championship alongside her Television’s Most Attractive partner Valentina Rossi after their victory over Big Mama and Kenzie Paige on March 22, 2025. Nieves leads the stable Television’s Most Attractive (TVMA) and has become a key part of the promotion’s weekly program NWA Powerrr . Her confidence, presence, and championship success have helped solidify her role as one of the top names in the division. Before joining the NWA, Nieves built her reputation across the wrestling scene. She is a former OVW Women’s Champion, holding the title for 72 days in 2023, and was also the inaugural Future of Women’s Wrestling Champion. Raised in the Bronx with Puerto Rican roots, Nieves began her wrestling training at Coastal Championship Wrestling in Florida. Her career also includes an appearance on All Elite Wrestling when she competed against Jamie Hayter on an episode of AEW Dark  in 2021. Outside the ring, Nieves has overcome significant challenges, including her journey as a cancer survivor. She often credits that experience with shaping the resilient and unapologetic persona she brings to professional wrestling. With multiple championships and a growing influence in the NWA, Tiffany Nieves continues to establish herself as one of the rising leaders in women’s wrestling. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights athletes whose careers continue to push the industry forward. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, donate or learn more at womenswrestlingarchive.com .

Cassandra Golden has spent the last several years building a strong résumé across the independent wrestling scene. Trained by Action Jackson and Lance Storm, Golden combines technical training with physical strength that has helped her stand out in the ring. Originally from Little Rock, Arkansas, Golden made her wrestling debut in 2017 and quickly began gaining experience across multiple promotions. Over the course of her career, she has captured several championships including the CWFM Women’s Championship, the XIW Women’s Championship, and the Bayou Wrestling Women’s Championship. Golden has also gained national exposure. In 2020, she appeared on AEW Dark, where she competed against former AEW Women’s World Champion Hikaru Shida. In the match, Golden showcased her strength and size advantage, proving she could compete at a high level even against one of the top ranked wrestlers in the company at the time. Her performance helped open the door for additional opportunities, including matches against Allie and Britt Baker. She has also become a familiar presence in Memphis Wrestling, where she has competed against talents such as Nyxx, Diana Taylor, Amber Rodriguez, and Mackenzie Morgan. Golden held the Memphis Wrestling Women’s Championship in 2022 and made history in 2021 as the first woman to enter the Grind City Rumble. With championship experience and growing visibility across promotions, Cassandra Golden continues to build momentum on the independent scene and remains a talent to watch for the future. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights competitors who continue to push forward and shape the future of women’s wrestling. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, donate or learn more at womenswrestlingarchive.com .