TNA Wrestling announced that they signed a true American hero, Chris Melendez to a multi-year contract. Melendez is a former Army Sergeant, who served his country in Afghanistan & was awarded a Purple Heart. Because of his injuries he suffered in combat, he returned home a single leg amputee. Melendez is a member of the Wounded Warrior Project. He dreamed of becoming a pro wrestler.
In 2012, Melendez entered Team 3D Academy of Professional Wrestling in Florida, where he trained under the tutelage of Bully Ray & Devon.
Melendez, still known as “Sarge” in the locker room, is set to make his TNA debut during the August 5-7 tapings in New York City at the legendary Manhattan Center.
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