Bodhi Hayward Issues Statement Following WWE NXT Release

Bodhi Hayward comments on his WWE release.

On November 1, WWE released five NXT talent. Former D1 linebacker and Chase University member Bodhi Hayward was one of the five talent, and perhaps the one who was featured the most on NXT TV. Hayward, now going by his real name of Brody Booker, addressed fans via a video statement posted to Twitter.

“What up brodies. It’s your boy, Bodhi Hayward,” he started before transitioning out of character. “Brady Booker here, to tell you that I was just released from the WWE. I’m hurt. I’m embarrassed. And brodies, I’m just down bad. For the last 18 months, Andre Chase University and wrestling has been my whole life. But I am no stranger to adversity. Adversity is something that has come up my whole life, and I’ve always found a way to get on top. I will do it again. I’m Brady Booker, and I’m here to stay.”

In his tweet, Hayward included #30days to indicate that he has a 30-day non-compete clause, which is usually standard for NXT releases.

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