On a recent edition of “The Ten Count” podcast, NWA Women’s World Champion Kenzie Paige discussed the rise of her Pretty Empowered faction.
Paige is a member of Pretty Empowered alongside her sister Kylie and Ella Envy.
You can check out some highlights from the podcast below:
On Pretty Empowered making their mark in the NWA: “I feel like it’s a payoff, but I feel like this is for all of Pretty Empowered. It’s like, to be showcased on a forefront like NWA in this new era, which we like to [call] the Pretty Era, we are on the forefront of that. Whenever you think of the new era, you think obviously of EC3, but if you’re not thinking of Pretty Empowered, if you’re not thinking of Kenzie Paige, Kylie Paige, Ella Envy, are you really thinking about the National Wrestling Alliance? In this day and age, I feel like Pretty Empowered has brought something new to the NWA. We’ve brought this young, fresh, new vibe. I feel like people either love it or hate it. Either way, it’s working.”
On her spot in the company: “Being on the forefront, but since I was 14, this is what I’ve wanted. It gives and it takes. I’m ready for whatever it wants to take because I’m just gonna keep giving back. I’m ready to be the best champion. Having Kamille, with her long, dominant reign, she is an amazing champion. She was longest-reigning champion. She has her history behind her, and I have my history behind me. I’m walking in, first Triple Crown Champion, youngest NWA World Women’s Champion. She’s a lot to live up to, but I’m gonna make sure that I’m gonna be a lot to live up to as well.”
The National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) has announced the date and location for ‘Hard Times’ 2024 which is the promotion’s first pay-per-view event of the new year.
The Dothan Civic Center in Dothan, Alabama has listed the event for March 2.
You can check out the official announcement below:
“The National Wrestling Alliance returns to Dothan, AL for a one-of-a-kind NWA Powerrr television taping experience! Join the Stars of the NWA along with NWA President (The Smashing Pumpkins own frontman) William Patrick Corgan as we celebrate Hard TImes 2024, a CW television tapings event! This marks a momentous occasion for wrestling fans in Dothan, as it is the first televised wrestling to grace Dothan Civic Center in over a decade.
Hard Times 2024 promises to be a spectacular showcase of top stars within the NWA, with all NWA titles up for grabs, including the prestigious NWA World’s Heavyweight Championship. Fans can expect an electrifying night of world-class wrestling action to keep them on the edge of their seats.
SCHEDULED TO APPEAR: EC3, Matt Cardona, Silas Mason, Trevor Murdoch, Thom Latimer, The Immortals (Odinson and Kratos), Blunt Force Trauma (Damage and Carnage), Aron Stevens, Austin Idol, The Insane Clown Posse’s Violent J, The Brothers of Funstruction Yabo and Ruffo, Colby Corino, Mims, Max the Impaler, “The Sinister Minister” Father James Mitchell, Burchill, Bryan Idol, Natalia Markova, Kerry Morton, Alex Taylor, May Valentine, Kyle Davis plus some special talent announcements to be made in the coming days.
(*card subject to change)
As a bonus, all tickets include complimentary NWA Wrestler Meet and Greet in the lobby area near merchandise tables prior to show! Meet and chat with the stars of the National Wrestling Alliance!!
GA Tickets are only $19.95!!!!!
VIP Meet and Greet with NWA President Billy Corgan is only a $15 add-on!
(*WPC Meet and greet is Limited to 100 tickets and guests must have purchased a ticket for Hard Times for entry. Will include a group photo with Billy Corgan & Early Access into the venue at 5:15 pm.. No autographs or signed memorabilia.)
Doors for WPC Meet & Greet will open at approximately 5:15 pm CST
Doors will open at approximately 6:00 pm CST for GA ticket holders
NWA Tapings will have a bell time of 7:00 pm EST and the tapings will run until approximately 10:00 pm EST.”
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The Rise of Pretty Empowered in the NWA
The National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) has been home to many iconic factions and groups throughout its history. One of the newest factions to make their mark in the NWA is Pretty Empowered, led by NWA Women’s World Champion Kenzie Paige. In a recent episode of “The Ten Count” podcast, Paige discussed the rise of Pretty Empowered and their impact on the NWA.
Pretty Empowered consists of Kenzie Paige, her sister Kylie Paige, and Ella Envy. The faction brings a fresh and youthful vibe to the NWA, which Paige believes is essential for the promotion’s new era. She stated, “Whenever you think of the new era, you think obviously of EC3, but if you’re not thinking of Pretty Empowered, if you’re not thinking of Kenzie Paige, Kylie Paige, Ella Envy, are you really thinking about the National Wrestling Alliance? In this day and age, I feel like Pretty Empowered has brought something new to the NWA. We’ve brought this young, fresh, new vibe. I feel like people either love it or hate it. Either way, it’s working.”
Paige also expressed her excitement about being at the forefront of the NWA and the opportunities it brings. She has been working towards this moment since she was 14 years old and is ready to give her all to be the best champion she can be. She acknowledged the legacy of previous champions like Kamille, who had a long and dominant reign, but she is determined to create her own legacy and be someone that future champions will look up to.
In addition to discussing Pretty Empowered, the podcast episode also featured a video interview with Kenzie Paige where she talked about her experiences in wrestling and her goals for the future. She shared stories about wrestling in unconventional venues, including a barn that played pornographic movies in the background. Despite the challenges she has faced, Paige remains focused on her passion for wrestling and her desire to make a name for herself in the industry.
In other NWA news, the promotion has announced the date and location for their first pay-per-view event of the new year, “Hard Times” 2024. The event will take place on March 2 at the Dothan Civic Center in Dothan, Alabama. It promises to be a spectacular showcase of top stars within the NWA, with all titles up for grabs, including the prestigious NWA World’s Heavyweight Championship.
Fans attending the event will also have the opportunity to meet and greet the NWA wrestlers before the show. General admission tickets are priced at $19.95, and there is an option to add a VIP meet and greet with NWA President Billy Corgan for an additional $15. The event is expected to be a memorable night of world-class wrestling action that will keep fans on the edge of their seats.
As the NWA continues to evolve and adapt to the changing landscape of professional wrestling, factions like Pretty Empowered bring a fresh perspective and energy to the promotion. With Kenzie Paige at the helm, Pretty Empowered is making their mark and leaving a lasting impression on the NWA and its fans.