In recent days, it turned out to be both former WWE ID Women’s Champion Lainey Luck and fellow independent star Marcus Mathers has left the WWE ID programand now, another star has confirmed that she too won’t be moving on after her deal ends.
Sam “Hardway” Holloway reached out to X (formerly Twitter) to confirm the news on Monday. He shared a few photos of his time at WWE EVOLVE, along with a statement in which he said he’s grateful for the chapter in his life and excited for what’s to come.
“My time in the WWE ID program is over,” Holloway wrote. “Thank you for an incredible two years full of unforgettable experiences, opportunities and lessons that will stay with me throughout my career.”
The 26-year-old Holloway last wrestled at IWC Super Indy 25, where he lost to Bill Collier. He has also recently worked on CCW, ROW, etc. His most recent EVOLVE match was on July 17, a four-for-four tag team gauntlet victory alongside Mathers, It’s GAL and former WWE EVOLVE Champion Aaron Rourke. On June 20, he won a singles match at EVOLVE against CJ Valor.
My time in the WWE ID program is over.
Thank you for an incredible two years full of unforgettable experiences, opportunities and lessons that will stay with me throughout my career.
I am extremely grateful for this chapter, but even more excited for what lies ahead… pic.twitter.com/Ok00bWJuwd
— Sam HARDWAY Holloway (@SamHHolloway) October 12, 2026
Holloway has held many championships during his career, including the IWC Super Indy Championship twice, as well as the ROW Tag Team Titles with Motion and EJ Nduka, the AIW Absolute Championship, and more.
The star has not revealed his immediate plans after leaving the WWE ID program. WWE: introduced its talent search system in the independent arena as early as October 2024.
