WWE have announced the recruits for their Second NIL class. The NIL (Next in Line) program aims to get in on the ground floor with college athletes and provide them with space to practice and allow them to pursue a career as a WWE Superstar if they so choose. Gable Steveson is the most high-profile NIL name so far but let’s take a look at those in the second NIL class.
WWE Second NIL Class Intake
.@WWE continues to expand its unique NIL program adding a second slate of 15 athletes. @FOS https://t.co/iGYlWeShX6 pic.twitter.com/zrp3RCYMdl
— WWE Public Relations (@WWEPR) June 13, 2022
Ali Mattox
A member of the Ole Miss Rebelettes. Mattox has a background in cheerleading and dance.
Case Hatch
A H-Back/Fullback at Arizona State University, Hatch is 6 foot 1 and 230 pounds. Hatch was nominated for the Burlsworth Trophy in 2021 for his performances on the field.
Chandler Hayden
Chandler Hayden is a track & field athlete from the University of Tennessee. She has competed in the Shot Put, Discus, Weight Throw, and Hammer Toss. Hayden has set freshman records and ranks third all-time in Tennessee for distance throwing a 20-pound weight.
Cohlton Schultz
A collegiate wrestler from Arizona State University the 6 foot 2, 285-pound Schultz is an impressive athlete. Schultz advanced to the final of the NCAA heavyweight gold medal match in just his second tournament where he came up short against Gable Steveson.
Derriane Gobourne
A gymnast from Auburn University. Gobourne was a runner-up for bars and floor competition this year.
Ericka Link
A volleyball player at Elon University, Link is a social media influencer who has built a brand on apps like TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram
Keshaun Moore
A linebacker from Hampton University Moore stands at 6 foot 3 inches tall.
Luke Ford
From the University of Illinois, Luke Ford is a Tight End who stands at 6 foot 6, 260 pounds. Finished fifth on his team in receptions for the 2021 season with 15.
Maliq Carr
Also a Tight End, Carr represents Michigan State University. Carr had 8 receptions for 135 yards in the 2021 season.
Mikala Hall
A basketball player from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Hall is a guard who has played at college level for four seasons. Hall excelled as a player in junior competitions.
Rachel Glenn
A track & field star from the University of South Carolina, Glenn competes in the High Jump event and 4 x 400 relays, and has taken part in Shot Put events. She is a National Champion in the outdoor high jump
Ruben Banks
Banks is a competitor in multiple weight throwing events. He has competed in the hammer toss but excels in the weight throw where he broke a school record in 2021 as a freshman.
Thunder Keck
Prior to college, Keck was a track competitor as well as a football player. Keck has played football at college level since 2018 as a defensive player.
Tyanna Ozamic
Ozamic is a 6 foot 2 volleyball player from the University of Missouri. She is considered one of the most efficient attackers in the NCAA and SEC.
Zachary Knighton-Ward
An amateur wrestler representing Hofstra University Ward is 6 foot 2 and 285 pounds. He has been competing at NCAA level and received awards for his performances
The second NIL class for WWE has some interesting athletes involved. We now must wait to see if any make the jump to the world of WWE.
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