Professional Wrestling Contract

PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING CONTRACT

This Professional Wrestling Contract (the "Agreement") is entered into as of the day of , by and between Promoter Name: , a Entity Type: Individual Corporation LLC, with principal place of business at ; and Performer Name: , performing under the ring/stage name: , residing at .

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Promoter operates professional wrestling events and promotions and desires to engage Performer to provide wrestling performances, appearances, promotional services and related activities (the "Services") on the terms set forth herein;

WHEREAS, Performer represents that Performer possesses the professional skill, physical ability and legal right to enter into this Agreement and to render the Services in accordance with applicable laws and industry standards;

WHEREAS, the parties desire to set forth their respective rights and obligations with respect to Performer's engagement by Promoter.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:

1. ENGAGEMENT; SERVICES

1.1 Engagement. Promoter hereby engages Performer, and Performer accepts engagement, to provide the Services described in Schedule A attached hereto and incorporated herein. Performer shall perform the Services at events, rehearsals, promotional appearances and other engagements scheduled by Promoter and agreed to by Performer in writing or electronic communication.

1.2 Standard of Performance. Performer shall perform in a professional manner, shall comply with Promoter's rules, regulations and directions regarding matches, scripts, choreography, safety protocols and event operations, and shall at all times act in a manner that does not bring Promoter into disrepute.

2. TERM AND TERMINATION

2.1 Term. The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and continue until unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Agreement.

2.2 Termination for Cause. Either party may terminate this Agreement for material breach by the other party if the breaching party fails to cure such breach within days after written notice. Promoter may terminate immediately for breach involving illegal conduct, intentional physical harm, or gross negligence by Performer.

2.3 Termination for Injury or Incapacity. If Performer is unable to perform the Services due to injury, illness or permanent disability for a continuous period of days, Promoter may terminate this Agreement upon written notice and may require submission of medical documentation supporting the inability to perform.

3. COMPENSATION

3.1 Fee. In full consideration for the Services, Promoter shall pay Performer a fee of $ per engagement, subject to the payment schedule set forth in Section 3.2.

3.2 Payment Schedule. Promoter shall pay Performer as follows: . Payments are due within days of invoice receipt unless otherwise agreed in writing.

3.3 Bonuses and Royalties. Any bonus, pay-per-view share, ticket-sharing, or merchandising royalty shall be paid only if set forth in a signed writing and shall be governed by the terms of such writing. Royalties, if applicable, shall be distributed as follows:

4. EXPENSES; TRAVEL; LODGING

4.1 Travel and Lodging. Promoter shall provide or reimburse reasonable travel and lodging expenses incurred by Performer in connection with scheduled engagements. Permitted expenses and reimbursement procedures are: .

4.2 Per Diem. If applicable, per diem in the amount of $ per day shall be provided for travel that requires overnight stay.

5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY; LICENSING; LIKENESS

5.1 Grant of Rights. Performer hereby grants Promoter the worldwide, royalty-free, transferable right and license to use Performer's name, stage name, image, likeness, voice, biographical material and performance recordings (collectively, "Likeness") in connection with the promotion, advertising, distribution and exploitation of events and related content for the Term and for a period of months thereafter.

5.2 Merchandise. Rights to create, license or sell merchandise bearing Performer's Likeness shall be governed by separate written agreement. If no separate agreement exists, Promoter shall have the exclusive right to sell event-specific merchandise featuring Performer's Likeness for the event dates specified in Schedule A.

6. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

Performer is an independent contractor and not an employee, partner or agent of Promoter. Performer is responsible for all taxes, withholdings and other statutory obligations associated with the compensation paid hereunder. Performer shall not represent to any third party that Performer is an employee of Promoter.

7. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES

7.1 Performer represents and warrants that Performer has full right and authority to enter into this Agreement and to grant the rights herein; that Performer is not subject to any agreement or restriction that would conflict with Performer's obligations; and that Performer will comply with all applicable laws, ordinances and venue rules.

7.2 Promoter represents and warrants that it has the right to engage Performer for the Services and will provide a reasonably safe environment and will procure event insurance as required by applicable law or venue requirements.

8. INSURANCE; MEDICAL; DRUG TESTING

8.1 Medical Clearance. Performer shall obtain and maintain all required medical clearances and shall disclose any pre-existing conditions that may affect Performer's ability to safely perform. Promoter may require a medical examination by a licensed physician at Promoter's expense prior to a scheduled performance.

8.2 Drug Testing. Promoter may implement drug and alcohol testing policies. Refusal to submit to testing, or a positive result, may constitute grounds for immediate suspension or termination of this Agreement.

9. INDEMNIFICATION

Each party (the "Indemnifying Party") shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the other party and its officers, directors, agents and employees (the "Indemnified Parties") from and against any and all claims, losses, liabilities, damages, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of: (a) the Indemnifying Party's breach of this Agreement; (b) the Indemnifying Party's negligent or willful acts or omissions; or (c) claims by third parties related to the Indemnifying Party's performance or conduct except to the extent caused by the negligence or willful misconduct of the Indemnified Parties.

10. CONFIDENTIALITY

Performer shall not disclose the material terms of this Agreement, unpublished promotional plans, trade secrets or other confidential information of Promoter without Promoter's prior written consent, except as required by law. This obligation shall survive termination of this Agreement for a period of months.

11. NON-SOLICITATION; NON-COMPETE

11.1 Non-Solicitation. During the Term and for months thereafter, Performer shall not solicit Promoter's contracted talent, staff or vendors for engagements that interfere with Promoter's business.

11.2 Non-Compete. To the extent permitted by applicable law, Performer agrees not to render wrestling performances for competitive promotions within of scheduled Promoter events for months following each event absent Promoter's prior written consent.

12. PUBLICITY; PROMOTIONAL OBLIGATIONS

Performer shall participate in reasonable promotional activities requested by Promoter, including but not limited to interviews, autograph sessions and promotional appearances, at times and locations scheduled by Promoter and with prior notice. Performer consents to Promoter's use of Performer's Likeness in event advertising, press releases and promotional materials as set forth in Section 5.

13. SAFETY AND CONDUCT

Performer shall follow all safety directives and protocols established by Promoter and venue operators. Performer shall not engage in illegal acts, intentional misconduct or conduct intended to cause bodily harm outside the scope of choreographed performance. Violation of safety protocols may be grounds for immediate suspension or termination.

14. DISPUTE RESOLUTION; GOVERNING LAW

Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall first be referred to the parties' designated representatives for good faith negotiation. If the dispute is not resolved within days, the dispute shall be resolved by binding arbitration conducted by a single arbitrator in accordance with the rules selected by the parties. The seat of arbitration shall be , and the governing law of this Agreement shall be the laws of the State of without regard to conflict of laws principles.

15. NOTICES

16. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

Any amendment or modification of this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties. No waiver of any provision shall be effective unless in writing signed by the waiving party. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one instrument.

17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This Agreement, including Schedule A and any written exhibits, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements. If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect, and the parties shall negotiate in good faith to replace the invalid or unenforceable provision with a valid provision that achieves the original intent to the greatest extent permitted by law.

SCHEDULE A — SERVICES; EVENT SCHEDULE

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Each party acknowledges that it has read this Agreement, understands its terms and conditions, and agrees to be bound by them. The persons signing below represent and warrant that they are authorized to execute this Agreement on behalf of the respective parties.

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