King Silva King of Kings
Number of posts : 32652 Age : 34 Location : Sacramento, California Favorite WWE Wrestler : ---
Current and Former:
The Rock, JoMo, Ziggler, Edge, Orton, Y2J, Hardyz, + Rhodes! Favorite WWE Diva : -------
ALL TIME
# 1} Lita
# 2} Trish Stratus
# 3} Mickie James
# 4} Gail Kim
# 5} Michelle McCool
Favorite TNA Wrestler : ----
Favorite TNA Knockout : --- Registration date : 2009-09-30
| Subject: Tough Enough winner Andy sent down to FCW; Talks to WWE.com Thu 16 Jun 2011, 9:07 pm | |
| http://www.wwe.com/shows/raw/leavine-fcw-interview
Standing in the middle of the ring on Monday Night Raw, in front of more than 15,000 members of the WWE Universe in Richmond, Va., Andy Leavine experienced the kind of thrill every kid that grew up wanting to be a WWE Superstar dreamed of. With all eyes on the dynamic up-and-comer – his body shaking with anticipation for a moment that could define his life forever – WWE Hall of Famer "Stone Cold" Steve Austin announced him as the “Tough Enough” Champion. Andy's lifelong dream had come true. In an instant, he was finally a WWE Superstar. The rush of adrenaline was indescribable.
Then, in the midst of celebration, reality literally gave him a harsh slap in the face. WWE Chairman Mr. McMahon officially welcomed WWE's newest Superstar into the WWE world with a blow to the face, followed by a “Stone Cold” Stunner from The Rattlesnake himself. With that, Andy realized that regardless of what he had just accomplished, there was plenty of work yet to be done.
Not at all deterred by his painful "congratulations," Leavine told WWE.com, "It's important that you pay your dues to the guys who came up in this business. I guess that was my official welcome to WWE."
The determined grappler, known as "Silent Rage," has captured an illustrious WWE contract by training with elite WWE ring warriors Booker T, Trish Stratus and Bill DeMott. And now, on the road to his WWE debut match, Leavine journeys to Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW) - WWE's prestigious training ground - to fine-tune his skills with a slew of WWE Hall of Famers.
"It was an incredible experience," Andy described of winning USA's hit reality series and the announcement of his triumph on Monday Night Raw. "It was pure emotion ... excitement. A huge adrenaline rush flowing through the entire body."
Leavine, who grew up idolizing larger-than-life icons like The Undertaker and Kane, has officially been initiated into one of the most exclusive clubs in all of entertainment. It's no wonder that he welcomes the chance to train with the cream-of-the-crop at the state-of-the-art FCW facility, before unleashing his legacy on the world.
"I felt like they made a great choice in Andy," remarked Steve Keirn, President of FCW. "He was really determined to make it and had a lot going for him: His size, his youth, his aggression. His heart seemed to be into it and we're happy that he made it.",
Leavine couldn't think of a better place than FCW to fine-tune his skills to meet the incredible challenges the WWE roster has to offer.
"First in 'Tough Enough,' and now in preparation for my impending WWE career, I get the opportunity to learn from the best," WWE's new Superstar added, describing the privilege of studying with the likes of Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat and "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes. "Their overall influence and wisdom are the biggest advantages I have toward becoming a true force to be reckoned with."
"Generally speaking," Keirn expounded, "the biggest hurdle toward achieving success in WWE is intimidation. The bar has been raised pretty high. Everybody is looking to secure a position on Raw or SmackDown. Competition is probably at its highest level right now."
It's because those stakes are so high that Leavine has no intention of wasting his place at the table.
"I welcome all the challenges that I'm going to face." he said. "I am proud of winning 'Tough Enough.' However, now it's time to slap on the belt, tighten it up and get my WWE career rolling."
Chomping at the bit to officially begin competition in WWE on Raw or SmackDown, Leavine pledges to take on all comers. "I have no qualms about facing anybody in WWE," he said. "The more matches I can get, the better. That's how you become experienced. That's how you move your way up."
As the WWE Universe waits on the edge of its collective seats to see when and where the winner of "WWE Tough Enough" will make his debut, Leavine made it clear he would be focusing on one dominating philosophy: "Work hard, break bones and persevere." ----------------------------------------------
Is this a good move or do you think this will mean he won't do much?
Do you even want him to show up on Raw/SD?
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Paul Wyatt NCD aka Name Changing Dude
Number of posts : 18569 Age : 37 Location : Inside of my own mind Job/hobbies : Self-Improving Favorite WWE Wrestler : Antonio Cesaro
Bray Wyatt
Daniel Bryan
Dolph Ziggler
Sheamus
The Shield
The Usos
Wade Barrett Favorite WWE Diva : Naomi
Natalya Favorite TNA Wrestler : Austin Aries
Bobby Roode
Bully Ray
Eric Young
James Storm Registration date : 2008-07-31
| Subject: Re: Tough Enough winner Andy sent down to FCW; Talks to WWE.com Thu 16 Jun 2011, 11:19 pm | |
| At least they're giving him time to develop before trying to show him down our throats.
I'm indifferent about him. I do wish him well though. | |
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REIGNBOW World Champion
Number of posts : 1692 Age : 30 Location : The Land Of Sexy Job/hobbies : Being the person you all love :) Favorite WWE Wrestler : CM Punk
dolph ziggler
Sheamus
Cody Rhodes
Favorite WWE Diva : paige
Layla El
Rosa Mendes
Alicia Fox
Favorite TNA Wrestler : Alex Shelley
Austin Aries Favorite TNA Knockout : Brooke Tessmacher
Rosita
Registration date : 2009-11-24
| Subject: Re: Tough Enough winner Andy sent down to FCW; Talks to WWE.com Fri 17 Jun 2011, 12:16 am | |
| ive loved him, he reminds me of undertaker. | |
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King Silva King of Kings
Number of posts : 32652 Age : 34 Location : Sacramento, California Favorite WWE Wrestler : ---
Current and Former:
The Rock, JoMo, Ziggler, Edge, Orton, Y2J, Hardyz, + Rhodes! Favorite WWE Diva : -------
ALL TIME
# 1} Lita
# 2} Trish Stratus
# 3} Mickie James
# 4} Gail Kim
# 5} Michelle McCool
Favorite TNA Wrestler : ----
Favorite TNA Knockout : --- Registration date : 2009-09-30
| Subject: Re: Tough Enough winner Andy sent down to FCW; Talks to WWE.com Fri 17 Jun 2011, 3:53 am | |
| I think it is totally the right call to send him back to FCW because imo he is not ready at all.
Probably shouldn't debut for a long time too.. | |
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KTV-Time WD Stalker
Number of posts : 14546 Age : 36 Location : The Netherlands, Europe Favorite WWE Wrestler : Dolph Ziggler
Tyson Kidd
Richie Steamboat
Brett & Ted Dibiasi
John Morrison
Heath Slater
Daniel Bryan
Justin Gabriel Favorite WWE Diva : Beth Phoenix
Natalya
Maryse
Alicia Fox
Eve Torres
Favorite TNA Wrestler : AJ Styles
Kaz
Amazing Red
Chris Sabin
Alex Shelly
Daniels
Eric Young
Orlando Jordan's Boy Toy Favorite TNA Knockout : Sarita
Angelina Love
Taylor Wilde
Santana G.
Registration date : 2009-06-13
| Subject: Re: Tough Enough winner Andy sent down to FCW; Talks to WWE.com Sun 19 Jun 2011, 7:40 am | |
| But uhhh he was already a regular wrestler in FCW.....so he's basically going back just under his real name this time | |
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Chloe Main Eventer
Number of posts : 587 Age : 38 Favorite WWE Wrestler : Randy Orton
The Hart Dynasty
Christian Favorite WWE Diva : Natalya
Beth Phoenix
Maryse
Aksana Favorite TNA Knockout : Angelina Love
Daffney
Hamada Registration date : 2010-10-25
| Subject: Re: Tough Enough winner Andy sent down to FCW; Talks to WWE.com Sun 19 Jun 2011, 9:36 am | |
| Meh I don't really care about him that much. Luke, Jeremiah and Martin were all much better than him. I think they should get back o. WWE TV pretty soon while people still remember him. If he re-appears 6 months later, then people are going to care for him less than they do now . | |
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Quisee ..
Number of posts : 2178 Age : 32 Location : St.Louis Job/hobbies : Media Services department at Florissant Valley College Registration date : 2009-01-13
| Subject: Re: Tough Enough winner Andy sent down to FCW; Talks to WWE.com Wed 29 Jun 2011, 10:57 am | |
| That's good that Andy got sent to FCW to develop & sharpen his skills good luck to him | |
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KTV-Time WD Stalker
Number of posts : 14546 Age : 36 Location : The Netherlands, Europe Favorite WWE Wrestler : Dolph Ziggler
Tyson Kidd
Richie Steamboat
Brett & Ted Dibiasi
John Morrison
Heath Slater
Daniel Bryan
Justin Gabriel Favorite WWE Diva : Beth Phoenix
Natalya
Maryse
Alicia Fox
Eve Torres
Favorite TNA Wrestler : AJ Styles
Kaz
Amazing Red
Chris Sabin
Alex Shelly
Daniels
Eric Young
Orlando Jordan's Boy Toy Favorite TNA Knockout : Sarita
Angelina Love
Taylor Wilde
Santana G.
Registration date : 2009-06-13
| Subject: Re: Tough Enough winner Andy sent down to FCW; Talks to WWE.com Wed 29 Jun 2011, 11:32 am | |
| Lol but he was ALREADY in FCW lol, so he's basically going back | |
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