Katrina Creed is emerging as one of the premier talents in Canada’s independent wrestling scene. Known as The Mad Queen and Queen Cobra, Creed has built a reputation for her aggressive in-ring style and commanding presence. She trained at the IWS Dojo, learning from respected names like Mike Bailey, Shayne Hawke, and Matt Menard. That training helped shape the fast, hard-hitting style that defines her matches today. Creed has already captured championship gold during her career, including the IWS Women’s Championship in International Wrestling Syndicate. As of early 2026, she is also the Acclaim Women’s Champion, continuing to build momentum and recognition across the independent circuit. Her in-ring approach reflects her nickname. Creed combines speed, intensity, and what many describe as serpentine maneuverability, delivering impactful offense with moves like the spear, modified meteora, and her signature lethal strike. She has also been part of wrestling history, sharing a world record for participating in the longest wrestling match during an event hosted by Mystery Wrestling. With championship success and a growing reputation, Katrina Creed continues to establish herself as one of the standout competitors representing Canadian wrestling today. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights athletes who are 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 .

Chelsea Green has built her reputation as one of the most recognizable personalities in modern women’s wrestling. The Canadian wrestler is currently signed to WWE, where she competes on the SmackDown brand and leads the faction known as The Green Regime. In WWE, she has already added several accomplishments to her résumé, including becoming the inaugural WWE Women’s United States Champion and holding the title twice. She is also a former WWE Women’s Tag Team Champion. Green’s career has taken her across many of the industry’s top promotions. During her time in Impact Wrestling, she performed under the name Laurel Van Ness and captured the Impact Knockouts Championship. In a later run with the company, she also won the Impact Knockouts World Tag Team Championship alongside Deonna Purrazzo. Her international career has also included appearances in Ring of Honor, National Wrestling Alliance, and World Wonder Ring Stardom, as well as the television promotion Lucha Underground, where she performed under the name Reklusa. Green has also worked with Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide, where she captured the AAA World Mixed Tag Team Championship with Ethan Page. From WWE television to promotions across North America, Japan, and Mexico, Chelsea Green has built a career defined by versatility and global experience. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights competitors whose work continues to shape the modern era of women’s wrestling. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, donate or learn more at womenswrestlingarchive.com .

Kaylia Capri’s story is about transition, discipline, and championship results. Originally from the Bahamas, Capri first made her mark as a track athlete. That competitive background carried directly into professional wrestling, where speed, conditioning, and focus became part of her in-ring style. After entering wrestling, Capri began building experience across the independent scene while continuing to sharpen her skills. That work led to a major milestone when she captured the All Caribbean Wrestling Women’s Championship, establishing herself as one of the top competitors in the promotion. Her championship run helped bring attention to the growing presence of Caribbean talent in the wrestling industry. As ACW Women’s Champion, Capri represented the Bahamas on an international stage while continuing to develop as a performer. Kaylia Capri’s journey is still unfolding, but the championship reign already marks an important chapter in her career. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights competitors who are helping expand the reach of women’s wrestling around the world.

Thunder Rosa has built her career through determination and passion for professional wrestling. Debuting in 2014, she worked her way through the independent scene before gaining wider recognition on television in Lucha Underground  as Kobra Moon. Her career continued to grow as she competed internationally in promotions such as Stardom, Impact Wrestling, and the National Wrestling Alliance. In 2019, she captured the NWA World Women’s Championship, further establishing herself as one of the top competitors in the division. Rosa later joined All Elite Wrestling where she reached another milestone by becoming AEW Women’s World Champion. Outside the ring, she is the founder of Mission Pro Wrestling, a promotion focused on creating opportunities for women in wrestling. She also made her mixed martial arts debut in 2019. Thunder Rosa continues to represent resilience, culture, and leadership in the wrestling industry. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights women who continue to shape the future of professional wrestling. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in wrestling, donate or learn more at womenswrestlingarchive.com .

Alex Gracia, known to fans as The Pink Dream, is an international professional wrestler originally from Texas who is now building her career in Los Angeles. Over the years, Gracia has competed across multiple promotions while continuing to expand her experience and visibility within the industry. Gracia began gaining recognition on the independent scene before earning opportunities with several national promotions. She had matches with Impact Wrestling in 2019, including appearances connected to Reality of Wrestling and a dark match during an Impact pay per view event in Dallas. She later spent time competing in Mexico with CMLL before appearing with All Elite Wrestling during the COVID era. During that time she wrestled regularly on AEW programming and faced top talent including Hikaru Shida while Shida was champion. The opportunity allowed Gracia to continue performing during a period when many wrestlers were unable to work. Gracia has also received multiple WWE tryouts during her career. Her first invitation came early in her wrestling journey, roughly a year into her in ring career. She later returned for another tryout after additional experience and international work. Her connection with WWE continued when she made a brief appearance on WWE Raw on July 21, where she appeared in a segment involving Dominik Mysterio during a WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship match. Known as The Pink Dream, Gracia continues to build her career through international competition, independent promotions, and television opportunities. Her journey reflects the determination required to grow within professional wrestling while continuing to pursue new opportunities. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights both established competitors and rising athletes who are shaping the future of women’s wrestling. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, consider donating to the Women’s Wrestling Archive or visit womenswrestlingarchive.com  to learn more about supporting the mission..

Mickie James has built one of the most accomplished careers in modern women’s wrestling. Today she continues to influence the industry as a WWE ambassador while also serving in leadership roles with Ohio Valley Wrestling as Creative Director, Head of Female Talent, and Executive Producer. She began her wrestling career in 1999 on the independent circuit under the name Alexis Laree. During those early years, she worked as a valet while training to develop her in-ring skills. Her work eventually led her to NWA: Total Nonstop Action in 2002, where she gained national exposure and became part of the stable known as The Gathering. She also made history there as the only woman involved in the promotion’s Clockwork Orange House of Fun matches. In 2005, she debuted on the main roster of WWE in a memorable storyline with Trish Stratus. The storyline culminated at WrestleMania 22, where she defeated Stratus to win her first WWE Women’s Championship. Over the course of her WWE career, Mickie Jame captured the WWE Women’s Championship five times and later won the WWE Divas Championship in 2009, making her one of the few wrestlers to hold both titles during that era. After leaving WWE in 2010, she returned to Total Nonstop Action Wrestling, where she continued her championship success as a three-time TNA Knockouts Champion. She later returned to WWE in various roles, including as a guest trainer in 2013 and in an in-ring return beginning in 2016, before departing again in 2021. She returned to Impact Wrestling in 2021, capturing the Knockouts Championship two more times and bringing her total to five Knockouts title reigns. Across WWE and Impact Wrestling combined, she has achieved 11 women’s world championship reigns, making her one of the most decorated women in professional wrestling. Outside of wrestling, she is also an accomplished country music artist, further expanding her career beyond the ring. Her career spans more than two decades and multiple promotions, establishing her as one of the most respected figures in women’s wrestling. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights athletes whose careers helped shape and elevate women’s wrestling across generations. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, consider donating to the Women’s Wrestling Archive or visit womenswrestlingarchive.com  to learn more about supporting the mission.

For more than a decade, Faye Jackson has built a respected presence across the independent wrestling scene. Known for her strong personality and consistent in ring performances, she has become a familiar and reliable name in women’s wrestling. Throughout her career, Jackson has competed in multiple promotions, including appearances with Major League Wrestling and work across the independent circuit, including ASE Wrestling. These opportunities have allowed her to showcase her experience while continuing to grow her audience. Over the years, Faye Jackson has become a staple in the wrestling community. Her longevity in the industry reflects dedication to the craft and a willingness to support the growth of women’s wrestling as a whole. She is widely respected by her peers and is especially beloved by many up and coming wrestlers who look to her as a supportive and experienced figure within the locker room. Her career highlights the importance of consistency, community, and perseverance in professional wrestling. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas  recognizes women whose work has helped strengthen and shape the industry over time. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, consider donating to the Women’s Wrestling Archive or visit womenswrestlingarchive.com  to learn more about supporting the mission.

Gabby Ortiz represents the new generation of women’s wrestlers building their careers across the independent wrestling scene. Through consistent performances and continued growth in the ring, Ortiz has begun establishing herself as a competitor to watch. Working across different promotions, she has gained valuable experience facing a wide range of opponents while continuing to develop her in ring style and presence. Like many rising wrestlers, the independent circuit has served as an important foundation where she continues to refine her craft. Gabby Ortiz reflects the next wave of talent shaping the future of women’s wrestling. Her dedication to training, competition, and improvement highlights the commitment required to succeed in the industry. During Women’s History Month, Queen of the Canvas highlights both established stars and emerging talent whose work contributes to the growth of women’s wrestling. To help preserve and document the legacy of women in professional wrestling, consider donating to the Women’s Wrestling Archive or visit womenswrestlingarchive.com  to learn more about supporting the mission.

When it comes to tag team dominance in WOW Women of Wrestling, few teams have been as consistent as Miami’s Sweet Heat. The twin duo, Laurie Carlson and Lindsey Carlson, have become one of the most recognizable tag teams in WOW. Known for their coordinated offense, confidence, and strong chemistry in the ring, the sisters built their reputation as one of the promotion’s top teams. Miami’s Sweet Heat has held the WOW Tag Team Championship and has consistently remained in the title picture. Their ability to work together seamlessly gives them an advantage that few teams can match. Whether it is quick tags, double team maneuvers, or controlling the pace of a match, the duo shows the value of true tag team strategy. Outside of the ring, the sisters have also built a strong connection with fans through their energetic personalities and Miami inspired branding. Their look, attitude, and teamwork have helped define the tag team division in WOW. As part of the continuing evolution of women’s wrestling, Miami’s Sweet Heat represents the strength of tag team competition and the importance of partnership inside the ring. To support the preservation of women’s wrestling history and stories like this, consider donating to the Women’s Wrestling Archive or visit https://www.womenswrestlingarchive.com/ for more information.

La Rosa Negra is one of the most respected competitors to emerge from Puerto Rico in recent years. Known for her strength based style and consistent in ring performance, she has built a steady career across the independent circuit and national promotions in the United States. She has competed in organizations such as NWA and Mission Pro Wrestling, earning championship opportunities and expanding her visibility to wider audiences. Her work ethic and physical presence have made her a reliable and credible contender in multiple divisions. Beyond competition, La Rosa Negra represents important cultural visibility within professional wrestling. As an Afro Latina wrestler, she competes with pride in her heritage and contributes to broader representation in the industry. Her career reflects persistence and steady growth. She has remained active, adaptable, and focused on elevating her craft. She is Queen of the Canvas not because of theatrics, but because of consistency and earned respect. During Women’s History Month, we recognize athletes whose work contributes to the long term growth of women’s wrestling. To help preserve and document the history of women in professional wrestling, consider donating to the Women’s Wrestling Archive http://spot.fund/xnl6rz7sc or visit to learn more.