WWE Hires Ex-TNA Referee, New NXT Announce Team

News
Jul 12, 2013

Partial Source: Pwinsider.com

— WWE has hired former TNA referee Rudy Charles to be a referee in the developmental system. Charles started last night at the NXT tapings and has relocated to Florida.

— Alex Riley and Tom Phillips are the new WWE NXT announce team. Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler are coaching them at the new Performance Center.

— Shane “Hurricane” Helms turns 39 years old today.

— There are no pro wrestling shows listed for ESPN Classic tonight.

— There are no pro wrestling shows listed for ESPN Classic this weekend.

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