This story is featured in the January/February 2025 issue of ESSENCE. On April 10, 2021, wrestling fans at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, witnessed history. Performers Bianca Belair and ...

(Little Rock, KATV) — Strength, perseverance, and courage were on full display at the 2025 AAA Arkansas State High School Wrestling Tournament, as young women took to the mat in a sport where females ...

WWE Superstar Bianca Belair at the 2022 MEAC-SWAC Challenge in Atlanta. (Photo credit: Rashad Milligan for rolling out) The professional wrestling industry is experiencing a seismic shift as Black ...

“Sasazaki’s final referee appearance was in the Marigold ring. A junior from All Japan Women’s Pro-Wrestling, he was reserved ...

Nick Rausenberger is a former wrestler, a father and also the coach of one of Nassau County’s most unique high school sports teams. Rausenberger is the head coach of the women’s wrestling team at ...

Daniel is a News Writer from the United Kingdom. Relatively new to the industry with almost three years of experience, he has focused on establishing himself in the gaming space. While he focuses on ...