Steve Ashfield reports on the latest situationThe past week or so has not been a good one for the wrestling industry, particularly in England.
Many allegations of abuse and harassment have been made on Twitter as part of the #SpeakingOut movement. These have been made against wrestlers, promoters and others in prominent positions, particularly training schools.This has led to promotions apologising for what has been alleged after examining the accusations.
It has also affected local wrestling promotion RIPTIDE Wrestling. In statements released in the past week it has shown support for those who have made allegations.
RIPTIDE has also “apologised unreservedly to anyone we put at risk, whether they came to harm or not”. The company has been.