Professional wrestling has certainly seen its share of generational dynasties, and that’s as true for the women as it is for the men.
From Cora and Debbie Combs to Awesome Anne and Charisma, mothers and daughters have over the years found themselves battling alongside
one another in the ring... and even sometimes battle each other!
The latest in this prestigious line of female familial fighters is Connie Steele, daughter to British wrestling legend Klondyke Kate.
Although still a teenaged schoolgirl, she has nevertheless made an impression in the ring, and enjoys a growing and loyal base of fans.
LadySports.com is very pleased to help introduce Connie to wrestling fans worldwide!
THE STATS:
Height: 5 feet 5 inches
Weight: 112 pounds
Hair: Long, Brunette
Hometown: Stoke-on-Trent
Currently: Weymouth, Dorset
LADYSPORTS: Welcome, Connie! Can you tell us, when did you first get into the sport?
CONNIE STEELE: I began training in 2007.
LS: What was your biggest influence to become a wrestler?
CS: My biggest influence to become a wrestler was my Mum, my family and the fact that I have grown up around it all my life.
LS: And who trained you?
CS: I was trained mainly by High Impact Wrestling UK... namely Justin Starr, Phil Powers, Erin Angel and of course my mum, Klondyke Kate.
LS: Being the daughter of a legendary lady wrestler, did you ever feel pressured to follow in mom's bootsteps?
CS: No, because my mum always encouraged me to do exactly what I wanted to do. Which is mainly wanting to be in the acting profession.
LS: And I suppose the flipside of that question would be, do you ever fear that you might not equal or surpass the success she has had?
CS: I don’t think I’ll be in the business as long as my mum, but I would like to make my own mark... but on my own abilities, not on the back of my mother’s name. Also, my style is very different from my mother’s.
LS: How would you describe yourself in terms of attitude, personality, likes, dislikes, and strengths?
CS: I’m a typical teenager and I like my own way in and out of the ring ha ha. I’m very strong-headed, I think I’m an honest person but quite opinionated.
I like all the normal things teenagers like... music, dancing, socializing with friends and also a bit of a gym freak. A lot of my time I spent preparing for school exams and my forthcoming college education. I’m passionate about performing arts and I’m always involved in some musical performance etc.
I don’t like pretentious people. I love food, especially Indian! I don’t give up on things easily; if there is something I cant do, I keep trying ‘til I get it.
LS: What is your most marked characteristic as a wrestler?
CS: I pick holds and moves very easily, and I won’t give up in the ring. I’m a little fighter!
LS: Describe a typical day of training for you. What is most important in your workout?
CS: I do quite a lot of cardio vascular and strength building exercises. Not one particular thing is important to me, it all is. I focus more on toning than I do cardio. I wrestling train ten hours a week and I do dance sessions several times a week as well.
LS: How would you best describe your ring style?
CS: I’m still building my character in the ring, but I’m quite athletic in the ring.
LS: What moves are you best known for?
CS: Flying Head Scissors and Hurricanrana.
LS: Have you ever been injured in the ring?
CS: Yes... I have had a right knee injury whilst in one of my first matches.
LS: Who has been your toughest opponent?
CS: A raging little pitbull wrestler called Leigh Degree.
LS: Who are your allies?
CS: Erin Angel, Lisa Fury and Minx.
LS: What has been your most memorable win?
CS: In a mixed tag match, with me and Robbie Carter against Leigh Degree and Matt Hunter.
LS: What was your worst loss?
CS: Nothing in particular. If I lose, I lose.
LS: Have you had any “Why am I still doing this?” moments?
CS: No, not yet... I am still really enjoying doing it!
LS: Who is the one wrestler you would most like to face in the ring, but haven't yet?
CS: I would love to face Taylor Wilde from TNA.
LS: If you had to retire tomorrow, who's the one person in the world you'd most like to have your final match against?
CS: My mum, Klondyke Kate... and beat her, of course!
LS: What type of match do you enjoy the most?
CS: Mixed tag matches.
LS: What sort of reactions do you get from people when they learn you are a wrestler?
CS: They normally say, ‘You can’t be a wrestler, you’re too small!’ But when I finally convince them they think It’s awesome, and don’t stop asking questions!
LS: What is so special about this sport to you?
CS: It’s just something I have grown up with all my life, and I love the wrestling community. Wrestlers are wonderful, charismatic people to be around.
LS: What are your fans like?
CS: Wonderfully loyal.
LS: If you had the power, what one thing would you do to improve the sport?
CS: Make WWE respect women more and not give them silly story lines, especially the ones who really are talented.
LS: What are your thoughts on women participating in the sport?
CS: What’s good for the goose is good for the gander. Women can kick ass just as good as the men can.
LS: What's the single best piece of advice you've received by a wrestler?
CS: Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.
LS: Any regrets?
CS: No, not yet.
LS: What would you do if you couldn't be in wrestling?
CS: Doing the same as what I’m doing now, try to get a break in the acting business.
LS: What is your personal motto?
CS: Never give up!
LS: What would make you most happy in life?
CS: Performing for an audience.
photos courtesy of Connie Steele
