For a full decade... 1994 through 2003... the Professional Girl Wrestling Association bestowed its Rookie of the Year Award to young newcomers whom the organization believed had not only proven themselves, but who had the potential to be important figures in the sport in years to come. Sometimes, that proved true; one need only mention Joanie (Chyna) Lee Lauer, Amber (Holly) O’Neal and Christie Ricci for proof of that. Other times, the worthy recipients didn’t remain in the sport long enough to fulfill expectations. And in a few instances, the designees are still working hard in the business, but still looking to make their big break.

Ultimately, however, the PGWA decided to move beyond the Rookie of the Year Award. In 2004, we “test drove” a new category... Most Promising Wrestler. The fan response to that was encouraging, but for various reasons, the organization opted not to continue with any awards for the next few years.

But now, with 2007 marking the PGWA’s 15th Anniversary, it seems only fitting to resurrect the Most Promising Wrestling Award. And what’s more, as a way of thanking the fans for their support over the years, we’re inviting each and every one of you to have a voice in just who wins this award!

In conjunction with our friends at ProWrestlingDaily.com, we are running a poll, in which 7 very worthy women are competing to be named as the Most Promising Wrestler of 2006. And that poll will be decided by YOUR votes.

Each of these ladies have more than proven themselves in the ring over the course of the last 12 months, and they have demonstrated a marked ability to grow as athletes. We believe that 2007 holds great things in store for each of them. And for one of them, that will include earning this honor.

Our candidates are:

• The Baroness Simone
• Diana la Cazadora
• Sara del Rey
• Jennidee
• Josie
• Susan Morton
• Roxi