Mercedes Moné, who has competed extensively in both WWE and AEW, recently shared her perspective on the stark differences between the two companies‘ locker rooms. Speaking candidly during her appearance on Marking Out with MVP & Dwayne Swayze, Moné emphasized how the distinct locker room cultures impact the overall environment and drive within each promotion. Her insights shed light on the contrasting atmospheres behind the scenes in professional wrestling, where the Our Focus Keyword naturally plays a key role.
AEW’s Locker Room Culture Fosters Community and Ambition
Moné described AEW’s locker room as a place where a strong sense of community thrives, with women and men alike driven by shared passion and the desire to elevate the company. She noted having her own private locker room allows her to avoid unnecessary drama, but when engaging with others, she senses a collective hunger to improve and succeed. According to her, the feeling among the women is particularly motivated by ambition and mutual encouragement.
“For me, it’s night and day,”
Mercedes Moné said.
“First of all, I have my own locker room [laughs]. So, I’m not in it. I like being away from it. I don’t want to be part of the drama or anything. When I am around the girls, it just feels like such a community of wanting to make this place grow. There is a hunger. I feel like we still feel so underground, and we want to make it up here. All these women have so much drive and passion. I can feel it. They fire me up. I want to be the best because they want to be the best.”
—Mercedes Moné
She also praised the men in AEW for displaying a similar energetic drive, reinforcing the idea that everyone is united in striving to advance the promotion’s status within wrestling.
“Same with the guys, too. The energy with the guys. It feels so different. I don’t want to say, ‘WWE is bad and people have egos,’ it just feels like we’re all trying to fight for something, and we’re trying to fight to make this the best. I love people who have passion and hunger.”
—Mercedes Moné
The Contrast with WWE’s Environment and Its Impact
While Moné refrained from harshly criticizing WWE, she implied that its locker room culture lacks the same collective energy and camaraderie found in AEW. She suggested that WWE’s environment includes more egos and competition, which contrasts sharply with AEW’s spirit of cooperative ambition. This difference reflects in her personal experience and the motivations felt by wrestlers within each organization.
The Significance of Moné’s Observations for Wrestling Fans
Mercedes Moné’s remarks offer fans a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into the contrasting locker room cultures of two leading wrestling promotions. Her perspective underscores how company culture can influence performer morale, ambition, and ultimately, the quality of wrestling entertainment presented to audiences. This ongoing dynamic between AEW and WWE will likely continue impacting talent decisions and fan engagement as both promotions evolve.
