Athena isn’t shy when it comes to defending AEW and ROH’s women’s roster, and she’s laying down a bold claim against every other promotion in the game.
During an interview with WFAA News in Texas, the current ROH Women’s World Champion addressed the topic of a potential all-women’s AEW event. While she confirmed Tony Khan has seriously considered the idea, she also made it clear that talent is not the issue—because, in her eyes, no one else comes close.
“We have the best roster in the world. I know everyone says it, but we actually do have the best roster in the world. We have Mercedes Mone, Toni Storm, myself — the Minion Overlord and Forever ROH Champion.”
Athena believes the only thing standing in the way of an AEW all-women’s event is timing, not readiness. According to her, the foundation is already strong—especially with Ring of Honor’s contributions.
“I like to say Ring of Honor is the girl show, because we have women’s wrestling across the board. From Leila Grey to Billy Starkz to that hussy Sareee who showed up out of nowhere when I was on vacation… We have Alex Windsor. We have a beautiful platform where we get to see these women grow on Ring of Honor and then see them progress through AEW.”
She added that the idea has been on Tony Khan’s mind for a long time and it’s not a matter of if—just when.
“Yes, absolutely. I know it’s something that TK has in mind, especially with the tag team tournament. I just think we have to have baby steps and establish people more to get there.”
Athena is currently teamed up with TBS Champion Mercedes Moné in the tournament to crown AEW’s first-ever Women’s Tag Team Champions. Outside the AEW/ROH ecosystem, she’s also continuing her work with Metroplex Wrestling, which is presenting “Who Runs the World? 2”—an all-women’s indie event in Texas this weekend.
“My goal is to showcase the power of women’s wrestling.”
Athena has never been one to stay silent, and her claim that AEW/ROH tops the world in women’s wrestling is bound to stir up debate. But with a resume like hers, she’s more than ready to defend it.
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