Strefling attended Eastern Michigan University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in business management.
[3] On the July 21 episode of NXT Level Up, now under the ring name Izzi Dame, she made her televised in-ring debut losing to Dani Palmer.
[13][14] At NXT Vengeance Day, Dame and James revealed their intentions of targeting Kelani Jordan.
Dame would pick her first singles win on the February 16, 2024 episode of NXT Level Up by defeating Gigi Dolin with assistance from James.
[15][16][17][18][19] At NXT Stand & Deliver, Dame and James teamed with Jacy Jayne against Henley, Hail, and Jordan in a losing effort.