A new report has provided clarity on recent WWE tryouts, including one for an AEW veteran, and has revealed intriguing details about the company’s upcoming tryouts scheduled for SummerSlam week.
Update On Leyla Hirsch’s Referee Tryout
According to a report from Fightful Select, AEW veteran Leyla Hirsch recently had a tryout with WWE, but as a referee. The report clarifies that it was Hirsch who contacted WWE about her interest in a refereeing role and was subsequently granted the tryout, which has already taken place. There is no word yet on her potential future with the company.
Experienced Indie Wrestlers Contacted For SummerSlam Tryouts
The report also notes that WWE is holding another round of tryouts during SummerSlam week in early August. Of particular interest is that the company has reportedly been contacting multiple “experienced indie wrestlers” for this specific session, which could signal a shift from their recent primary focus on college athletes.
The reported interest in experienced indie talent comes as WWE has found great success with recent signings from that world. Stars like NXT North American Champion Ethan Page and Women’s Tag Team Champion Roxanne Perez both made a name for themselves on the independent circuit before signing with WWE and quickly ascending to championship roles in NXT.
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