My journey commenced in 2004’s fall by scouting for local wrestling training. The region was however brimming with tricksters and carnies. Just in time, Danny Daniels was readying to join the troupe of carnies and I persuaded him to accept my investment in return for wrestling guidance.
Marek and several other colleagues were thrown into my Corsica. We drove to Chicago several times weekly for our training sessions. The other mates slowly quit and only Marek and me carried on. Ultimately, we visited a few towns and that is where our history began…
A decade later, after my debut in WWE, I decided to return to Iowa. Even though several things had altered, what remained static was the absence of credible wrestling mentorship in Midwest. I wished to rectify that and hence became the solution.
I motivated Marek who left his daytime job and we both started this journey together. We received abundant support and help from all corners. My mother took up roles ranging from student housing to administrative duties, and our graduates and friends joined us as assistants or fitness professionals. Always dreamed about forming a school, but what we ended up building was a community.
Born out of the appreciation for where I stand today and my aspiring dreams that have fueled my growth, this community is something I take immense pride in.
In the coming time, I wish to use my platform to highlight this community and the extraordinary individuals who contribute to it.
The BXB graduates who will be introduced to you in future are the industry’s rising stars. They add tremendous value and will be future drivers of this industry.”