NXT Referee Vicky D’Errico Competes in First-Ever Jiu-Jitsu Tournament

Vicky D’Errico just proved she’s not afraid to throw herself into uncharted territory—literally. The WWE NXT referee swapped out the squared circle for the jiu-jitsu mat, competing in her first-ever jiu-jitsu tournament over the weekend.

Taking to Instagram Stories, D’Errico dropped a video of herself post-match and opened up about what the experience meant to her. While she didn’t take home a win, the moment wasn’t about medals. It was about personal growth.

“Competed in my first EVER jiu jitsu competition today last minute. Didn’t get the win, but I’m all about chasing the thrill of challenging myself and stepping outside my comfort zone. Blessed to be able to do these things in life.”

The jump into combat sports isn’t a stretch for D’Errico, who already balances the fast-paced demands of WWE officiating. But stepping into a different kind of competition with zero prep time? That takes a different level of grit.

D’Errico made it clear that this was more than just trying something new. It was a mindset shift—pushing herself to embrace risk, face potential failure, and still walk away with confidence. That kind of toughness translates whether you’re calling matches at NXT or rolling on the mat. She may not have taken gold, but the energy she gained could be more valuable.

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