AEWs plans for a dedicated training facility may have stalled, but FTR isnt ready to give up on the idea just yet.
While speaking on the Battleground podcast, Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler addressed Tony Khans previous interest in building an AEW-affiliated training school in Asheville. The facility was rumored to involve FTR and Adam Copeland directly, but according to Harwood, it doesnt look like much progress has been made.
Despite the uncertainty, Harwood revealed that theyve already had AEW talent travel to Asheville to work with them. One of those names? Stings son. The experience reinforced just how serious he is about coaching.
Cash Wheeler added some realism to the conversation, noting that their packed AEW schedule simply doesnt allow for consistent training work right now. Between weekly appearances on Dynamite and Collision, pay-per-views, and international tours, theyre barely home long enough to establish anything structured.
The idea of an AEW-run training facility had gained momentum in recent years but was ultimately scrapped. The biggest reason? Cost.
Internal reports indicated that the budget needed to build and operate the facility simply didnt align with AEWs current resources.
Even so, the concept clearly still means a lot to FTR. Both men have expressed a deep passion for mentoring talent, and once their schedules ease up, it looks like the door could reopen. Whether it ends up being under the AEW banner or something they do independently, coaching seems to be firmly in their future.
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