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High school is a very important part of any person's life. We have all been through or, for the younger readers, are going through that fun and learning phase of life.
What we sometimes forget is that all our favorite WWE Superstars whom we watch on our screens every week have also been through this phase before becoming professional wrestlers. All these babyfaces and heels that we see today were once innocent students in high school. Interestingly, most of them had started showing their brilliance in the field of sports from that young age itself.
In this article, we will take a look at ten of these Superstars and their must-see photos from high school. The comments section is all yours to tell us any of your favorite high school memories and your favorite picture out of the ones on this list. So, let's begin!
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#10 Charlotte Flair
The Queen Charlotte Flair is one of the most athletic female Superstars the company has ever seen. The 10-time Women's Champion is a born athlete as evident in the picture above. She used to play volleyball and was also the captain of her high school team.
One can see Charlotte at Providence High School with her father, The Nature Boy Ric Flair, who appears to be beaming with pride.
Ever since her debut, Charolette has been a dominant force in the divas division. She is a triple crown champion and a grand slam champion in her own right.
It's safe to say that she's keeping the Flair family legacy intact.
#9 The Miz
One of the best heels of the current generation, The Miz has been a pivotal part of WWE programming in the last few years or so. The former WWE Champion and 8-time Intercontinental Champion has had a decorated career in the company so far and looks set to be inducted into the Hall of Fame after retirement.
In the picture above, a young Miz (Real name: Michael Gregory Mizanin) can be seen in his graduation robe, all smiles. During his school days, he was the captain of the basketball and cross country team. Who knew this giggling boy from Normandy High School would one day mesmerize the WWE Universe with his sheer talent and awesomeness.
Miz took the 'Tough Enough' route to establish his WWE career and the best is yet to come from the 'awesome' superstar.
#8 Kofi Kingston
2019 has been the biggest year in the career of Kofi Kingston. Ever since that gauntlet match on SmackDown in February, Kofi has not looked back. KofiMania was one of the biggest storylines heading into WrestleMania 35 that concluded with Kofi defeating Daniel Bryan to become the first African-born WWE Champion in the history of the company.
The picture above shows a young Kofi Kingston (Real Name: Kofi Nahaje Sarkodie-Mensah) during his time at Winchester High School in Boston. This little guy in the picture went on to sign a developmental contract with World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) in 2006, and the rest is history. Would Royal Rumbles have been so much fun without him?
#7 Brock Lesnar
Arguably one of the most dominant superstars in WWE history, Brock Lesnar (Real Name: Brock Edward Lesnar) has made a special name for himself in the world of pro wrestling and MMA. After his stint with UFC, he returned to the company in 2012 and ever since has been nearly unstoppable - winning the WWE championship five times.
Well, aren't you surprised to look at this picture of a young innocent-looking Lesnar (who knew we would ever use the word innocent to describe the Beast Incarnate!) Don't let the face fool you though, as he still has a jacked-up physique. During his time in Webster High School, Lesnar used to play football and compete in amateur wrestling.
Lesnar boasts of both WWE and MMA experience and has been the 'man to beat' over the last decade in the squared circle. He has been rated highly by management and it is important not to forget that it was Lesnar who was chosen to end the Undertaker's streak.
#6 The Bella Twins
Before the Four Horsewomen arrived at the scene, it was the Bella Twins who were at the forefront of the women's division of the company. Fitting perfectly in the "Diva" role, both Brianna and Nicole have had successful careers in the company. The two share three Divas Championship victories among themselves and a Diva of the Year Slammy Award in 2013.
In the picture above, Brie Bella (left) and Nikki Bella (right) are photographed during their time at Chaparral High School in Scottsdale, Arizona, where they both used to play soccer. Brie is currently married to WWE superstar Daniel Bryan, while Nikki has reportedly hung up her boots from pro wrestling due to injuries.
The Bella twins have been inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame class of 2020.
#5 The Undertaker
Considered by many as the greatest superstar in WWE history, The Undertaker has had an illustrious career in the company and achieved feats that no one can even imagine coming close to. Famously known for his once-undefeated streak at WrestleMania, The Deadman recently retired from the in-ring competition in 2020 putting an end to a career that spanned three decades.
The picture above shows a rare childhood picture of the Undertaker (Real Name: Mark William Calaway). Hailing all the way from Houston, Texas (oh, you thought Death Valley?), he attended Waltrip High School where he was a member of the football and basketball teams. Interestingly, Mark considered becoming a professional basketball player before focusing on professional wrestling.
The Undertaker has set the benchmark for anybody who wants to step foot into a wrestling ring. His legacy has conquered generations of fans and has transceneded eras.
#4 Randy Orton
Considered amongst the greatest third-generation superstars in WWE history, Randy Orton has had a Hall-of-Fame worthy career with the company with a massive thirteen World Championships to his name. The Viper has also won the Royal Rumble twice and headlined multiple WrestleManias.
The picture above shows a young yet determined Randy Orton (Real Name: Randal Keith Orton) during his time as an amateur wrestler at Hazelwood Central High School in St. Louis County, Missouri. I wonder whether he has RKO'd his classmates out of nowhere?
Randy Orton is also one of the few WWE superstars with the most pay-per-view appearances for the company. His longevity in such a physically taxing industry is an incredible feat in itself.
#3 Seth Rollins
Seth Rollins was seen by many as the company's new poster boy, taking over the reins from his Shield brother Roman Reigns (no pun intended). The Beastslayer is also recognized as one of the top in-ring performers in the entire world.
Seth Rollins (Real Name: Colby Lopez) graduated from Davenport West High School in Iowa in 2004. The above picture shows a young Rollins, as energetic as always, posing for a click. He got his early training at Danny Daniels' wrestling school in Chicago and in 2014, he started his own wrestling school - the Black and Brave Wrestling Academy.
Having completed the unthinkable task of defeating Brock Lesnar twice in a year, Rollins has enjoyed a stellar career as a singles competitor. He has won six different titles with the company which includes both the WWE championship and the Universal championship.
Rollins is an integral part of WWE's plans for the future and awaits more championship gold to be acquired.
#2 Alexa Bliss
One of the unsung heroes of the Women's Revolution in WWE, Alexa Bliss has been a massive player on the women's roster of the company. Being called up from NXT during the original brand draft in 2016, not many were expecting her to achieve the success that she has, but here we are hailing The Goddess!
Involved in sports since the age of five, Alexa (Real Name: Alexis Kaufman) attended Hilliard Davidson High School in Ohio where she competed in various sports like softball, track, kickboxing, and gymnastics. The picture above shows a young little Miss Bliss during her high school photoshoot. What a transformation she has had from a sweet high school girl to the Five Feet of Fury.
#1 Roman Reigns
Sure to headline a future Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Roman Reigns has achieved a lot in his short stint with the company. Having main-evented four WrestleManias in a row to winning multiple Championships in the company, The Big Dog has made a special name for himself.
Being the descendant of the great Anoa'i family, Roman Reigns (Real Name: Leati Joseph "Joe" Anoaʻi) attended the Pensacola Catholic High School and Escambia High School. The pictures above show Reigns in his football jersey during the school days and one during his graduation ceremony.
Roman wanted to make a career in professional football and was also signed by the Minnesota Vikings in 2007. But his unfortunate diagnosis of leukemia led to him being released. The 2019 WWE Draft saw the Big Dog become the first pick of Friday Night Smackdown, and he looks set to be a major player on the blue brand.
Hailing from a family of WWE legends, Roman has a huge legacy that he has to upkeep. So far, he has done justice to the expectations set and is certainly a future Hall of Famer.
Which of these were your favorites? Did these pictures remind you of your high school memories? Let us know in the comments section below.
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