Indie Wrestlers WWE Tryouts: Report & Details
- World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) is scheduled to conduct tryouts in the coming week, following recent promotions of talent from its developmental brand, NXT, to the main roster.
- Among those expected to participate are Bruss Hamilton, an independent wrestler; Joshua Hillen, a former United States Marine and Strongman competitor; James Karnix, a Eurocup basketball player; and...
- Joshua Hillen recently earned the title of American's Strongest Veteran in October.
WWE to Hold Tryouts following NXT Call-Ups
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World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) is scheduled to conduct tryouts in the coming week, following recent promotions of talent from its developmental brand, NXT, to the main roster.
Participants Confirmed for Tryouts
Among those expected to participate are Bruss Hamilton, an independent wrestler; Joshua Hillen, a former United States Marine and Strongman competitor; James Karnix, a Eurocup basketball player; and Regina Tarin, a mixed martial artist.
Athlete Backgrounds
Joshua Hillen recently earned the title of American’s Strongest Veteran in October. James Karnik averaged 12 points and 7 rebounds per game in Eurocup basketball. regina Tarin currently holds a professional MMA record of 7-0-0.
Potential Participants
Indie wrestlers Airica Demia and Notorious Mimi were observed at the Dungeon 2.0 training facility in the past week, but their participation in the upcoming tryouts remains unconfirmed as of January 11, 2026.