In September 2013, Garrett received a tryout in WWE's developmental territory NXT on the September 13, 2013 tapings which aired on tape delay on October 9, where she faced Charlotte accompanied by Bayley in a losing effort. In 2016, though not signed to WWE, Garrett made three appearances on "NXT", losing to Asuka, Emma and Billie Kay. On July 13, 2017, Garrett returned as part of the Mae Young Classic, being eliminated from the tournament in the first round by Piper Niven. She made an appearance on the October 26, 2017 episode of "NXT", participating in a battle royal which was won by Nikki Cross to determine one of the contenders for the vacant NXT Women's Championship at . On the July 4, 2018 episode of "NXT", Garrett was defeated by Dakota Kai.