How did you hear about the Wildman Academy?
Hearing about the Wildman Academy was a bit of collaboration between a few people,
When I was involved with Mainstream Wrestling, I was very unhappy with the way
things were run and a lot of the people involved, I was in the process of planning
a move to Ontario to attend the Can-Am wrestling school in Windsor, I had a
few bad judgment calls and was held back from doing so and in the process of
being let down I found out that Gary was opening a school, I went and watched
a few of the initial first classes and decided it would be in my best interest
to stay in he area. Since making the decision I’ve gotten some good opportunities
and met a lot of great new friends. It was worth it.
What was the hardest part of the training for
you?
The hardest part of training for me was telling my body after past injuries
that I was going to do this to myself again. I have a bad knee and I couldn’t
jump very high the first few weeks so I progressed slower then I would have
liked, but I’ve overcome most of my obstacles to the best of my ability
and I can’t complain too much.
Your thoughts on the overall training you got
at the Wildman Academy.
I’m very pleased with the training that I received from Gary at the Academy;
I was able to learn at a pace I was comfortable with in an atmosphere that I
wasn’t intimidated to walk into. There are times I think we all could
have been pushed a little harder (especially me) but I’m thankful that
things happened the way they did.
You have been quoted in the newspaper talking
about being in the business since you were 13 years old, but you only got trained
in 2006, can you explain this?
I haven’t said “In the business” because I haven’t been
“in the business” for that long but I have been involved with wrestling
in some form since that age. I’ve had the opportunity to meet a lot of
different people and see just how things work inside and outside the ring, on
many different levels. I’m happy to say that I had the brains to be trained
properly by a professional but if I hadn’t had the experiences with all
of the “backyard” promotions I was involved in, I would never have
gotten to where I am today. I wouldn’t have known it was a possibility
and I wouldn’t have met any of the people who have introduced me to the
people who helped me get where I am.
Why do you consider being in the business since
you were 13 when it was a backyard promotion?
When I was 13 I met some people that had a ring that booked halls and offered
to “train” me. I was 13 and I didn’t know any better, I just
knew that I could try to be a wrestler. I was involved in he “Maritime
Wrestling Alliance” for a few years. I would say probably almost 16 when
I finished with them, I’m not sure. I learned some of the basics. Enough
to have a few “matches” and even did some shows for another backyard
promotion in Halifax the “Canadian Wrestling Federation”. I didn’t
know there was a difference between a legit promotion and the ones I was involved
with until I started meeting people and that’s when I decided I was done
with them. I’ll chalk it up to the fact I was a stupid kid who wanted
to attempt to live a dream.
You have worked for MSW, IHW, WWR & The Maritime
Cup - What is the difference you found working for the different promoters/
promotions?
Well, I can defiantly say that the time I spent in MSW was the worst out of
any of the promotions I have ever worked for. There was too much bullshit, lies
and pettiness. Only one good thing came out of my time there and that was meeting
Rick (Trash Canyon) who was able to introduce me to better options, such as
Gary’s school. I’ve enjoyed my experiences with IHW, WWR and MC
because I’ve been able to meet a lot of great people, been a part of shows
that fans enjoy, and I think they are all great stepping stones to where I want
to get as for learning experience.
Is it easier for you to get booked being female?
I would love to be able to say yes but I also can’t say no. I’m
at a stale mate right now for bookings. I can’t get booked for shows locally
as anything but a manager due to the lack of female talent. On the other side
of things, due to the fact I don’t have any matches under my belt from
not getting bookings here, other places contacting me after seeing my pictures
don’t want to take a risk on me as I don’t have a tape to send them.
So, yes I’ve been getting contacted, people are interested, but no, I
haven’t been booked.
Your thoughts on Krysta getting booked in GPW
over you?
I’m happy for her. I’m glad that at least one of us has gotten the
opportunity to be able to get in the ring and show the Maritimes that female
wrestling isn’t dead and it isn’t all T&A. She is very talented
and very beautiful and the crowds have been reacting great to her. I’m
very proud of her. I would say the only real disappointment in it for me is
that we haven’t gotten to work together yet and I think we would have
great chemistry character-wise.
Your thoughts on the Wrestling with Reality concept.
I think its great. When most people watch wrestling or think about wrestling
the first thing that pops into their head is “fake”. This show is
going behind the scenes to show you that it’s not that simple. This business
is a tough one to deal with, not just the physical part but the mental and emotional
tribulations as well.
What product do you enjoy watching more ROH,
TNA, or WWE? why?
I have always been a WWE fan and always will be, no matter how up and down the
product is even though it’s usually down. I also enjoy watching TNA and
ROH but I will always be a WWE fan if I had to choose just one.
Your thoughts on WWE bringing back ECW.
I don’t really have many thoughts on WWE bringing
back ECW other then I’ll probably watch it and feel the same way about
it that I feel about RAW and SMACKDOWN…it could be better, and the roster
could be improved.
Your thoughts on the other 3 people you trained
with.
Wow, this is an interesting question. To be honest I wasn’t really sure
what to think of these people when I met them, none of us really had too much
in common and we were all very different people, not just our class, but the
one before us as well. I’ll be honest, as I have been with them that it
took me a while to like them and I think we all felt the same way. To follow
suit with the other student interviews, with a few exceptions….we went
in as strangers, became friends and are now family.
Have your feelings on wrestling changed since
you started training? If yes how.
I can’t say that my feelings about wrestling have changed all that much
since I’ve been around it for so long, but now that I have learned so
many of the little details I can’t remember the last time that I sat down
and enjoyed a whole show as all I do these days is pick every movement apart.
What are your goals you wish to complete with
wrestling?
At this point I’m not 100% sure what my long-term goal is with wrestling
other then I want to wrestle. Right now I’m trying to focus on learning
how to handle myself in different settings and hopefully start traveling once
I’ve got more experience. I would like to eventually try my luck in Mexico
and perhaps one-day make it as far as television with a roster such as WWE or
TNA. Right now I’m considering myself in a learning process that will
hopefully take me far, to a great, exciting and successful future.
What has been your favorite moment/ story while
training at the Wildman Academy?
Wow…I can’t pick one. Everyday at the Academy produced great memories
that I will have forever and enjoy. I’m especially thankful for the friends
I’ve made and the doors that have been opened thanks to being there and
toughing it out with everyone.
When you need advice who is the first person
you go to?
A few different people like Gary and Tony. I also gather opinions from some
of the other students and assistants I’ve worked with and we are usually
able to come up with some great options and solutions.
How did you come up with your ring name?
Ah, the ring name. Well, I originally came up with Purity years ago and I’ve
been using it since I was about 14, I’ve even got it tattooed on my back.
Haha. It spawned from listening to a song called “Purity” by Slipknot,
it was based on an interesting story about a girl locked up in an underground
cage secluded from the world by a kidnapper….it stood out in my mind.
I added the “Saint” part to add further contradiction to the name
because my character is obviously far from pure and saintly. I think it’s
a really good contrast and I haven’t been given any negative feedback.
What is the biggest lesson you have learned about
wrestling so far?
The 2 most important lessons I have learned are 1) keep your mouth shut and
your ear open and 2) Your can never finish learning and improving.
After being trained the right way what are your
thoughts on people that do this that are not properly trained?
My plain and simple answer for this is that they are STUPID. If you are going
to choose to beat yourself up and wrestle, learn how to do it properly. So many
accidents can happen in the ring and I highly encourage learning the correct
methods as it can help prevent injury. If your not willing to get the proper
training from a professional, wrestling isn’t for you.
Any closing comments?
Well, if people are reading this, they obviously know about newscott.com. My
final words are basically this, if you want to be a wrestler, get trained, stop
with the backyard nonsense, it doesn’t get anyone anywhere other then
hurt. I highly recommend The Wildman Academy. Also…if there are any females
reading this that have ever considered wrestling…GET INVOLVED! WE NEED
YOU!
Name Association
Gary Williams – Good Stuff…Good Stuff. Ha. Gary is one of the greatest people I have the pleasure of knowing. He has been great to me and completely supportive, I’ve got nothing but respect for him, I can’t imagine having gone through training under anyone else.
Tony Armstrong – He’s fucking awesome! He’s become a good friend and has been a great help to me when it comes to wrestling.
Devin Chittick – All I have to say is…eat your words. I’m glad I was injured when I was with your company, I wouldn’t have the knowledge and opportunities I have now. Thank you for being a complete asshole.
Sarah Stock – Quite possibly the most talented female wrestler today. I have the utmost respect for this girl. I hope in the future she may travel back to this area or I’ll cross her path in a different place, it would defiantly be a dream match for me.
Heaven – Useless.
Mr. Suave – Good friend, Talented. If he keeps on the path he is on, he could go far.
Miss Chevius - Who doesn’t love Cheeves? It’s always good to know there are at least a few respectable females in the business these days.
Chris Madison – Another close friend. At 17 this kid has a lot of time to get experience under his belt. I’m betting at the rate he’s going he’ll go far.