Kendall Marie talks about being a professional wrestling referee, Aubrey Edwards, AEW, WWE and more (Exclusive)
Kendall 'Juice Box' Marie is making a lot of headway in the world of professional wrestling as a referee at only 18 years of age. Given her age, one would not expect much, but she has already taken great strides to advance in her career.
She has become a mainstay at the 3-2-1 Battle Promotion and has been making tremendous headway in the world of being a professional wrestling referee. Having worked alongside the likes of Aubrey Edwards, there is no limit to where she could be in a couple of years' time.
I had the opportunity to speak to her recently and she talked about 3-2-1 Battle, Aubrey Edwards, how she got the name 'Juice Box', AEW, WWE, and more!
AB: How was it that you first became a referee?
KM: It was an interesting change that I was willing to make to somehow get my name out there and conquer my goals. Making my debut about a year ago, not expecting what I would get from the crowd, AT ALL. It was very interesting. I'm just beyond grateful that I was welcomed by the Battalion, along with other companies in the Pacific Northwest!
AB: Was being a referee something that you always wanted?
KM: Honestly, reffing matches was not my first choice, but it was somewhere in mind. Growing up as a kid who loved wrestling, I have always wanted to do it, no matter the cost. It was something that helped me gained my confidence and I am very glad that I chose this route first a lot more than others that I already had in mind.
AB: At your age, you’re already making comprehensive strides as a referee. Are there any obstacles that you have faced trying to make it in the business?
KM: Yes, there were so many obstacles. It was a difficult road to go down. Very frustrating at times, and sometimes ending up doubting that I would ever get better. Especially around every time I've injured myself or had to be out due to medical emergencies. So far I've dealt with twisted ankles, a dislocated knee, dislocated shoulder, and a recent emergency surgery to get my appendix out. My main obstacles have just been injuries. But others have been my mental health and cardio.
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