J-Rods journey into professional wrestling didnt start in childhood like many others in the business. Instead, it came after a period of uncertainty, when she was trying to figure out what direction her life should take after college. Speaking about her path during an appearance on Jasmin St. Claires Krazy Train podcast, J-Rod admitted that she didnt grow up as a wrestling fan and initially had no clear vision for her future. She changed majors multiple times and considered more traditional career paths before realizing none of them truly fit. That uncertainty ultimately led her to discover professional wrestling while searching for something that would give her purpose. Even though she didnt have a lifelong connection to the business, she quickly became fully invested once she found it. Once she committed, there was no hesitation. J-Rod made it clear that the moment she discovered wrestling, everything clicked into place in a way nothing else had before. From there, she immediately began training with Rikishi and Reno Anoai at Knox Pro in California in 2021, where she focused on learning the fundamentals of the business. That foundation led to her in-ring debut in 2022, setting the stage for her rapid rise across multiple promotions. J-Rods story stands out in an industry where many talents grow up watching wrestling from a young age. Instead, she found it later in life and approached it with a level of focus and intention that continues to shape her career today. Do you think starting later gives wrestlers like J-Rod an advantage in terms of focus and perspective, or does growing up in the business still matter more? Drop your thoughts below and join the conversation. Please credit Ringside News if you use the above transcript in your publication. G Add as a preferred source on Google
