WWE NXT Announces New Performance Center Rookie Class
WWE NXT has announced the latest class of recruits for the Performance Center.
The brand took to social media on Wednesday to reveal That Mason Rook, Lacey Simon, Nicole Martinez, and Marcus Brown are a part of the new rookie class.
Introducing the newest Rookie Class at the WWE Performance Center! 🔥
Mason Rook
Lacey Simon
Nicole Martinez
Marcus Brown pic.twitter.com/kjxueNAokK— WWE NXT (@WWENXT) May 20, 2026
Mason Rook has already debuted for the brand and is formerly known as Will Kroos. Lacey Simon is the daughter of Dean Malekno and is formerly known as Marie Malekno. Nicole Martinez debuted for the brand in a dark match on May 19 and was known as Nikki Blackheart on the independent scene. Marcus Brown is a bodybuilder/fitness influencer and has no prior wrestling experience.
Fightful will update fans when Lacey Simon and Marcus Brand make their debuts for WWE/NXT. If you missed anything from Tuesday’s episode of NXT, catch up on the show by clicking here.
