Aaron Rourke Inks WWE ID Contract During Wrestling Open Event

WWE’s Independent Development (WWE ID) program continues its expansion with another exciting addition: Aaron Rourke.

This latest signing was confirmed on November 14, 2024, during the Wrestling Open show, where Rourke was presented with a WWE ID contract, further solidifying WWE’s dedication to nurturing standout talent from the independent wrestling circuit.

Rourke, 28, has built a reputation as “The Dime Piece, Reflection of Perfection, Evil Gay Himself.” A graduate of the Create A Pro Wrestling Academy, he has gained recognition for his magnetic personality and standout performances in the ring. His signing brings yet another layer of excitement to WWE’s growing roster of independent talent.

The WWE ID program, designed to discover and develop promising wrestlers from the indie scene, has been rapidly growing its roster. This program not only provides access to top-tier training facilities and mentorship but also partners with elite wrestling schools like Reality of Wrestling, the Nightmare Factory, Black and Brave Wrestling Academy, Elite Pro Wrestling Training Center, and KnokX Pro Academy. These partnerships aim to seamlessly transition independent wrestling stars into the WWE ecosystem.

Current WWE ID Prospects:

Male Talent:

• Aaron Rourke
• Bryce Donovan
• “Cold Brew” Cappuccino Jones
• “Cartwheel” Jack Summit
• Sean Legacy
• Marcus Mathers
• Sam “Hardway” Holloway
• Justus Gale
• Ice Williams

Female Talent:

• Zayda Steel
• “The Petite Powerhouse” Zara Zakher

The WWE ID program’s recent expansion reflects WWE’s commitment to finding and nurturing fresh talent with unique personas and diverse skill sets. The addition of Rourke follows the recent signing of Justus Gale, who was scouted from Wrestling Open and has already drawn significant attention for his in-ring charisma and storytelling ability.

With more names expected to join the WWE ID program in the coming days, excitement continues to build around the future of these indie talents.

Stay tuned to Ringside News for more updates as WWE ID continues to spotlight the next generation of wrestling stars.