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Allyssa Lyn Lane (born May 20, 1988) is an American professional wrestler. She is signed to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and Ring of Honor (ROH), where she performs under the ring name Lacey Lane. She is best known for her time in WWE, where she performed under the ring name Kayden Carter from 2018 to 2025 and (alongside Katana Chance) became a one-time and the longest-reigning NXT Women's Tag Team Champion and one-time WWE Women's Tag Team Champion. The two also became the first women's tag team to have won the WWE and NXT Women's Tag Team Championships.
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Early life
[edit]Allyssa Lyn Lane[2] was born in Winter Park, Florida, on May 20, 1988, the daughter of a Filipina mother and Jamaican father.[3] She played basketball at Monroe Community College before transferring to Shaw University,[4] where she won an NCAA Division II championship in 2012 and graduated magna cum laude later that year with a BA in recreational management.
Professional wrestling career
[edit]Early career (2016–2018)
[edit]Lane enrolled in the Team 3D Academy in 2016, and wrestled regularly for a number of different Florida-based independent promotions. Her first public match was a winning effort against Trish Adora for the Go Wrestle promotion in Daytona Beach in August 2016. Lane had a tryout at the WWE Performance Center in February 2017, after which she was offered a developmental contract. However, a physical examination revealed arthritis in her knee, and the contract was rescinded. Lane spent four months rehabbing her knee, and in November 2017 she joined The Crash Lucha Libre in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, eventually winning their Women's Championship from Keyra on January 20, 2018. She held the title for 175 days before losing it to Tessa Blanchard in a triple threat match that also included Santana Garrett on July 14, 2018.[5][6][7]
WWE (2018–2025)
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After passing a second physical, Lane signed with WWE in July 2018.[8] Lane took part in that year's Mae Young Classic, defeating Vanessa Kraven in the first round and Taynara Conti in the second round,[9][10] before being defeated by Meiko Satomura in the quarterfinals.[11] In September 2019, Lane's ring name was changed to Kayden Carter.[12] On the January 29, 2020, episode of NXT, Carter had her first victory on television, defeating Chelsea Green.[13] She was defeated in their rematch on the February 19 episode of NXT.[14]
On the September 16 episode of NXT, Carter teamed with Kacy Catanzaro in a winning effort against Jessi Kamea and Xia Li.[15] They took part in the 2021 Women's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic tournament, defeating Mercedes Martinez and Toni Storm in the quarterfinals,[16] but were beaten by Dakota Kai and Raquel González in the semifinals.[17] They would then feud with Xia Li after constantly being attacked by her throughout the following weeks. On the March 10 episode of NXT, Carter lost to Li by disqualification after Catanzaro hit the latter with a crutch.[18] The next year, Catanzaro and Carter participated in the 2022 Women's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic where they defeated Diamond Mine's Ivy Nile and Tatum Paxley in the first round,[19] but lost to Kay Lee Ray and Io Shirai in the semifinals.[20] After defeating Yulisa Leon and Valentina Feroz on the April 26 episode of NXT,[21] Chance (whose name had officially been changed by WWE from Kacy Catanzaro to "Katana Chance" one week earlier) and Carter pursued the NXT Women's Tag Team Championship where they failed to win the titles at NXT In Your House from Toxic Attraction.[22] After losing, Chance and Carter began a slow heel turn where they failed to become number one contenders for the NXT Women's Tag Team Championship which they lost on the June 28 episode of NXT to Cora Jade and Roxanne Perez.
Carter and Chance won the vacant NXT Women's Tag Team Championship in a fatal four-way elimination match, lastly eliminating Toxic Attraction, on the August 2 episode of NXT, marking Chance's first professional title and Carter's first title in WWE.[23] They defended their titles against Doudrop and Nikki A.S.H. at Worlds Collide,[24] and against Nikkita Lyons and Zoey Stark on the October 25[25] and November 8 episodes of NXT.[26] On January 8, 2023, Catanzaro and Carter became the longest reigning NXT Women's Tag Team Champions. On the January 24 episode of NXT, they retained against Alba Fyre and Sol Ruca.[27] At NXT Vengeance Day, Carter and Chance lost the NXT Women's Tag Team Championship to Fallon Henley and Kiana James, ending their historic reign at 186 days.[28]
As part of the 2023 WWE Draft, Carter, along with tag team partner Chance, was drafted to the Raw brand.[29][30] Carter and Chance made their main roster debut on the June 5 episode of Raw in a losing effort against the WWE Women's Tag Team Champions Ronda Rousey and Shayna Baszler.[31] On the December 11 episode of Raw, it was announced that Carter and Chance became the new number one contenders for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship and would challenge Chelsea Green and Piper Niven for the titles.[32] On the December 18 episode of Raw, Carter and Chance defeated Green and Niven to become the new WWE Women's Tag Team Champions, becoming the first female tag team to have won the WWE and NXT Women's Tag Team Championships.[33] Carter and Chance had their first successful title defense on the January 8, 2024, episode of Raw where they defeated Green and Niven in a rematch.[34] On the January 26 episode of SmackDown, they lost the titles to Damage CTRL's The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane), ending their reign at 39 days.[35]
Carter and Chance were transferred to the SmackDown brand as part of the post-2024 WWE Draft transfer window in February 2025, but were released from WWE on May 2.[36]
All Elite Wrestling / Ring of Honor (2025–present)
[edit]Lane, under the ring name Lacey Lane, made her Ring of Honor (ROH) debut on the September 25, 2025 episode of Ring of Honor Wrestling, where she unsuccessfully challenged Mina Shirakawa for the Interim ROH Women's World Television Championship.[37] She debuted for ROH's sister promotion All Elite Wrestling (AEW) on October 7 at Dynamite: Title Tuesday, accepting Mercedes Moné's open challenge for the AEW TBS Championship, but failed to win the title.[38]
Other media
[edit]Lane made her video game debut as a playable character in WWE 2K23[39] and is also playable in WWE 2K24 and WWE 2K25.
Championships and accomplishments
[edit]Basketball
[edit]- CIAA women's basketball tournament champion (2 times) (2011, 2012)
- NCAA Division II national championship (1 time) (2012)
Professional wrestling
[edit]- Pro Wrestling Illustrated
- Ranked No. 78 of the top 100 Tag Teams in the PWI Tag Team 100 in 2023 - with Katana Chance[40]
- The Crash Lucha Libre
- The Crash Women's Championship (1 time)
- WWE
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External links
[edit]- Kayden Carter's profile at WWE , Cagematch, Wrestlingdata, Internet Wrestling Database
- Lacey Lane on Twitter
- Lacey Lane (I) at IMDb
Kayden Carter
View on GrokipediaEarly life
Childhood and family
Kayden Carter, born Allyssa Lyn Lane on May 20, 1988, in Winter Park, Florida, grew up in a multicultural household shaped by her father's Jamaican heritage and her mother's Filipino background.[2] This diverse family environment fostered her early sense of identity and resilience, though specific details on siblings or direct parental influences on her athletic path remain limited in public records.[17] Raised in the Orlando suburb of Winter Park, Lane showed an initial interest in team sports during her youth, with basketball emerging as a primary focus that aligned with her energetic and competitive nature.[3] Her early exposure to the sport likely stemmed from local opportunities in Florida, where she honed fundamental skills before advancing to higher levels of competition. Lane's formal education began at Monroe Community College in Rochester, New York, where she joined the women's basketball team and gained initial competitive experience as a point guard. At Monroe Community College, she played on the women's basketball team before transferring to Shaw University in Raleigh, North Carolina, continuing her studies and basketball pursuits in a more structured collegiate setting.[18]Basketball career
Carter continued her competitive basketball career at the collegiate level after transferring from Monroe Community College. She joined the Shaw University Lady Bears women's basketball team as a point guard in 2010 and played through the 2011–12 season.[18] During her time at Shaw, a historically Black university in Raleigh, North Carolina, she contributed to the team's success in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) and beyond.[19] In her senior year, Lane was a key rotational player on a squad that achieved a 29–6 record and advanced to the NCAA Division II postseason. The Lady Bears won the national championship on March 23, 2012, defeating Ashland University 88–82 in overtime, marking Shaw's first title in women's basketball. Lane played 34 minutes in the final, recording 6 steals that helped fuel the team's defensive effort.[20] Throughout the season, she provided steady ball-handling and perimeter defense, with representative performances including 5 assists against Virginia Union University on January 9, 2012, and 10 points in a 92–79 win over Saint Augustine's on January 22, 2011.[21][22] Her contributions included notable defensive plays, such as 6 steals in the championship game.[23] Following the championship, Lane graduated from Shaw University in 2012. She stepped away from basketball thereafter, focusing on other athletic pursuits before committing fully to professional wrestling training in 2016.[24]Professional wrestling career
Training and independent circuit (2016–2018)
Carter began her professional wrestling training in 2016 at the Team 3D Academy in Kissimmee, Florida, under the guidance of WWE Hall of Famers Bubba Ray Dudley and D-Von Dudley.[25] Drawing from her background as a college basketball player, where she honed her athleticism and competitive drive, Carter transitioned to wrestling seeking a new challenge that combined physicality with performance.[3] She made her professional in-ring debut on August 20, 2016, under the ring name Lacey Lane, defeating Trish Adora in a singles match for the Go Wrestle promotion at an event in Daytona Beach, Florida.[26] Throughout 2016 and 2017, Lane competed primarily on the Florida independent circuit, building experience in local promotions such as Full Throttle Pro Wrestling (FTPW) and American Combat Wrestling.[27] In FTPW, she pursued the inaugural Ladies Championship in 2017 but lost a vacant title match to Brandi Lauren, marking an early high-profile defeat that highlighted her rising status in the regional scene.[28] By 2018, Lane expanded her opportunities internationally, traveling to Mexico to wrestle for The Crash Lucha Libre and AroLucha. On January 20, 2018, she captured the The Crash Femenil Championship by defeating champion Keyra in Tijuana, holding the title for 175 days before dropping it in a triple threat match to Tessa Blanchard on July 14, 2018, which also involved Santana Garrett.[26] These matches against established luchadoras helped establish Lane as a versatile performer capable of adapting to diverse styles. During this period, she also attended a WWE Performance Center tryout in 2017, which paved the way for her eventual signing later that year.[29] Her independent work emphasized high-energy matches and technical prowess, setting the foundation for her transition to larger platforms.WWE (2018–2025)
Carter signed with WWE in 2018 and began training at the WWE Performance Center.[30] She made her in-ring debut that year in the Mae Young Classic tournament, where she defeated Vanessa Kraven in the first round and Taynara Conti in the second before losing to Meiko Satomura in the quarterfinals.[30] Throughout her early NXT tenure from 2018 to 2020, Carter competed against prominent talents including Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, and Mia Yim, establishing herself as an agile, high-flying performer blending lucha libre influences with her basketball background.[30] Notable victories included a match against Chelsea Green in 2019, showcasing her growing presence in the NXT women's division.[30] In 2020, Carter formed a tag team partnership with Katana Chance, known collectively as "Kacy Catanzaro and Kayden Carter" initially before solidifying as Chance and Carter.[30] The duo advanced to the semifinals of the Women's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic in 2021, highlighting their chemistry and aerial offense.[30] Their momentum built toward August 2, 2022, when they defeated Gigi Dolin and Jacy Jayne to capture the NXT Women's Tag Team Championship, holding the titles for 186 days in their first reign.[30] This victory marked Carter's first championship in WWE and solidified the team as a key act in NXT's tag division. As part of the 2023 WWE Draft, Carter and Chance were selected for the Raw brand, transitioning to the main roster.[6] They made their Raw debut on June 5, 2023, competing in a tag team match that emphasized their high-energy style amid the competitive women's division.[31] On December 18, 2023, the pair achieved main roster success by defeating Chelsea Green and Piper Niven to win the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship, a title they defended once before losing it to Asuka and Kairi Sane on January 26, 2024, after a 39-day reign.[32] Despite the accomplishment, their main roster run featured limited television exposure, with sporadic appearances on Raw and occasional enhancement matches.[8] Carter's WWE tenure concluded on May 2, 2025, when she and Chance were released as part of a broader roster trimming following WrestleMania 41. The release ended their seven-year association with WWE, during which Carter competed primarily as a tag team specialist and contributed to the evolution of the women's tag division across NXT and the main roster.[31]Early NXT years (2018–2020)
Carter signed a developmental contract with WWE in July 2018 and was assigned to the NXT brand, where she began training at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida.[32][8] Her initial on-screen exposure came through the 2018 Mae Young Classic tournament, competing under the ring name Lacey Lane; she advanced to the quarterfinals by defeating Vanessa Kraven in the first round and Taynara Conti in the second before losing to Meiko Satomura.[33][34] This performance highlighted her high-flying athleticism and potential, drawing attention from scouts and fans alike.[35] Carter made her NXT television debut on the March 27, 2019, episode, teaming with Kacy Catanzaro in a match against Aliyah and Vanessa Borne that ended in a no-contest due to interference from NXT Women's Champion Shayna Baszler and her allies.[36] The pairing with Catanzaro led to several tag team appearances throughout 2019, including victories in house shows and vignettes showcasing their agile, acrobatic style. Her first solo television match occurred on September 25, 2019, shortly after WWE changed her ring name to Kayden Carter; she faced Rhea Ripley in a losing effort, emphasizing her underdog resilience against established stars.[37] Additional solo outings included a December 11, 2019, bout against Bianca Belair, further establishing her as a spirited competitor in the NXT women's division.[38] During 2019 and 2020, Carter's television time remained limited, with sporadic matches and no major storylines as a singles competitor, often positioning her in enhancement roles or brief tag team spots. She made a brief appearance on the NXT UK brand at a September 28, 2019, house show, competing in a battle royal for a shot at the NXT UK Women's Championship. This period focused on skill refinement at the Performance Center amid a crowded roster, delaying her push until later partnerships.[39]Tag team with Katana Chance (2020–2023)
Kacy Catanzaro and Kayden Carter began teaming sporadically in 2019, with their partnership gaining prominence starting on the August 12, 2020 episode of NXT, falling to Aliyah and Mercedes Martinez of the Robert Stone Brand in a match that showcased their high-energy, acrobatic style.[40] The duo, often referred to as Chance and Carter in reference to their surnames, quickly gained momentum with a victory over Xia Li and Jessi Kamea on the September 16, 2020 episode of NXT.[41] Their partnership emphasized fast-paced offense, including synchronized dives and flips, positioning them as underdog fan favorites in the NXT women's tag division. In early 2021, Catanzaro and Carter entered the inaugural Women's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic, pulling off an upset win against Toni Storm and Mercedes Martinez in the first round on the January 20 episode of NXT.[42] They advanced to the semifinals but were defeated by eventual winners Dakota Kai and Raquel Gonzalez on February 3.[43] The team also engaged in a notable feud with Candice LeRae and Indi Hartwell, culminating in a tag team match on the November 18, 2020 episode of NXT where LeRae and Hartwell emerged victorious.[44] This rivalry highlighted interpersonal tensions, with Carter and Catanzaro's agility contrasting the power-based approach of their opponents. By late 2021, the duo had developed a heated rivalry with Toxic Attraction (Gigi Dolin and Jacy Jayne), including a six-woman tag team match on the November 9, 2021 episode of NXT where Io Shirai joined Catanzaro and Carter but lost to the group after interference from Mandy Rose.[45] The feud continued into 2022, with Toxic Attraction capturing the NXT Women's Tag Team Championship in October 2021 and defending it against various challengers amid ongoing storylines involving the stable. In April 2022, Catanzaro adopted the ring name Katana Chance, refreshing the team's presentation while maintaining their core dynamic.[46] Chance and Carter reached the pinnacle of their NXT run on the August 2, 2022 episode of NXT 2.0, winning the vacant NXT Women's Tag Team Championship in a fatal four-way elimination match against Ivy Nile and Tatum Paxley, as well as Gigi Dolin and Jacy Jayne of Toxic Attraction.[47] They held the titles for a record 186 days, the longest reign in the championship's history, successfully defending against teams such as Nikkita Lyons and Zoey Stark on October 25, 2022, and crediting their innovative tandem moves like the "Golden Permit" for their success.[48] The reign ended on February 4, 2023, at NXT Vengeance Day, when they dropped the belts to Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn. Following their title loss, Chance and Carter received brief teases for a main roster transition, appearing on Raw vignettes in early 2023 before officially debuting on the June 5 episode amid limited in-ring action due to injuries.[49] They returned to NXT later that year to regroup and refine their act, focusing on recovery and tag team cohesion before further main roster opportunities.[50]Main roster transition and release (2023–2025)
Following their successful tenure as NXT Women's Tag Team Champions, Kayden Carter and Katana Chance were drafted to the Raw brand during the 2023 WWE Draft, marking their official transition to the main roster.[30] Their initial appearances were sporadic, primarily consisting of tag team matches on Raw where they aimed to establish themselves among the division's top competitors, including a loss to the WWE Women's Tag Team Champions Chelsea Green and Piper Niven in August 2023.[51] Despite showcasing their high-flying athleticism, the duo struggled for consistent booking, with limited opportunities to compete for the main roster tag titles beyond occasional multi-team contests.[52] In 2024, Carter faced significant setbacks due to injuries affecting her tag team partner Chance, including a broken nose sustained in July during a Raw match against Zoey Stark.[53] This limited their joint bookings on television, confining much of Carter's activity to NXT house shows and non-televised events, where she continued to perform but without the exposure needed to build momentum on the main roster.[54] The pair made a brief return to Raw in September but saw diminished roles thereafter, highlighting the challenges of maintaining tag team cohesion amid health issues.[53] Carter and Chance were transferred to the SmackDown brand in February 2025 as part of WWE's roster shake-up during the draft transfer window, a move that briefly referenced their established tag team dynamic from NXT.[55] However, their time on the blue brand yielded minimal television exposure; they appeared backstage on the February 7 episode and competed in a tag team match loss to The Secret Hervice (Alba Fyre and Piper Niven) on March 28, followed by another defeat on April 11.[52] These sparse outings failed to lead to meaningful storylines or title contention, underscoring their ongoing underutilization. On May 2, 2025, WWE released Carter and Chance as part of a broader roster cut affecting 17 talents, just weeks after their final SmackDown appearance.[9] In a social media statement shortly after, Carter expressed gratitude to fans for their support throughout her WWE journey, noting, "This is definitely not the end, and thank you to all the fans who stayed along for the journey, I look forward to see what my future holds!"[56] She indicated that August 1, 2025, would mark the end of her non-compete period, signaling her intent to continue wrestling elsewhere.[8]All Elite Wrestling and Ring of Honor (2025–present)
Following her release from WWE in May 2025, Carter reverted to her original ring name, Lacey Lane, for bookings outside the promotion.[12][57] Lane made her debut for Ring of Honor on September 11, 2025, during television tapings in Philadelphia, where she challenged Mina Shirakawa for the Interim ROH Women's World Television Championship but was defeated in the singles match.[12][58][59] The bout, aired on the September 25 episode of ROH on HonorClub, showcased Lane's aggressive style against Shirakawa's technical prowess, marking a competitive introduction to the roster.[60] Lane continued her momentum with a dark match appearance on the October 9, 2025, episode of ROH on HonorClub, facing Lena Kross in an untelevised contest.[61] On October 7, 2025, she debuted in-ring for All Elite Wrestling during an episode of Dynamite, answering Mercedes Moné's open challenge for the AEW TBS Championship and engaging in a high-stakes singles match that highlighted her speed and resilience, though she fell short of victory.[61][62][63] These appearances positioned Lane in narratives intersecting with international competitors, including Japanese talent like Shirakawa, as she established herself in AEW and ROH.[64][65] As of November 2025, Lane remains signed to both promotions and has scheduled independent dates in the United States, including a debut for BRCW on November 2.[66] On the January 8, 2026, episode of ROH TV on HonorClub, Lacey Lane officially joined the CRU faction, accompanying Lio Rush and Action Andretti in their tag team match, marking the group's return to ROH.[67][68]Media appearances and personal life
Video games and other media
Carter made her video game debut as a playable character in WWE 2K23 (2023), where she was featured alongside her tag team partner Katana Chance, including custom tag team entrance animations that highlighted their partnership.[69] Her inclusion continued in WWE 2K24 (2024) and WWE 2K25 (2025), maintaining her status as a selectable NXT brand wrestler with updated movesets and animations reflecting her in-ring style.[70][71] Beyond console titles, Carter appeared as a playable character in WWE mobile games, notably debuting in WWE SuperCard during Season 7, where she was available through in-game auctions and card collections tied to NXT storylines.[72] She also featured in various NXT-related digital content on WWE's official platforms, including exclusive vignettes and highlight reels that showcased her tag team dynamics.[73] Following her WWE release in May 2025, Carter made podcast appearances discussing her career transition, such as on Busted Open Radio in August 2025, where she addressed frustrations from her time in the company and plans for independent wrestling.[74] Carter has no major acting roles to her credit but maintains an active social media presence, sharing fitness routines and wrestling technique tips drawn from her basketball background and professional experience.Personal life
Carter, whose real name is Allyssa Lyn Lane, was born on May 20, 1988, in Winter Park, Florida. She resides in the Orlando area, where she purchased her first home in August 2023 after years of professional success.[75] Following her WWE release in May 2025, Carter has continued to base herself primarily in Florida while pursuing opportunities with All Elite Wrestling and Ring of Honor.[3] As of 2025, Carter is believed to be single, having kept her personal relationships largely private throughout her career; past rumors linked her romantically to fellow wrestlers such as Damian Priest, though no confirmations were ever made.[32][76][77] Outside of wrestling, Carter maintains a focus on fitness training, drawing from her background in college basketball and other sports like ballet and track, which honed her athleticism. She has also shared interests in do-it-yourself (DIY) projects as a personal hobby. Additionally, Carter has engaged in philanthropy, participating in charity events organized by the Mania Club, where she helped raise nearly $4,000 in 2021 for children's organizations including the Kids Wish Network.[3][78][79]Championships and accomplishments
Basketball
;NCAA Division II *National champion: 2012 (with Shaw University)[20]Professional wrestling
Kayden Carter has won multiple tag team championships during her time in WWE, partnering with Katana Chance to capture the NXT Women's Tag Team Championship on August 2, 2022, in a triple threat match at NXT, defeating Ivy Nile and Tatum Paxley as well as Gigi Dolin and Jacy Jayne; their reign lasted 186 days until losing the titles to Fallon Henley and Kiana James at NXT Vengeance Day on February 4, 2023, marking the longest reign in the division's history at the time.[5] Later, Chance and Carter won the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship on December 18, 2023, episode of Raw by defeating Chelsea Green and Piper Niven, holding the titles for 39 days before dropping them to The Kabuki Warriors on January 26, 2024.[82] On the independent scene, she also held the Crash Women's Championship for 175 days starting in 2018.[83] In accolades, Chance and Carter received nominations for Tag Team of the Year at the WWE NXT Year-End Awards in 2022 and 2023, recognizing their impact in the division.[84]| Championship | Reign | Date Won | Date Lost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crash Women's Championship | 1 | January 20, 2018 | July 14, 2018 | First title in her career as Lacey Lane.[83] |
| NXT Women's Tag Team Championship (w/ Katana Chance) | 1 | August 2, 2022 | February 4, 2023 | Longest reign in title history (186 days).[5] |
| WWE Women's Tag Team Championship (w/ Katana Chance) | 1 | December 18, 2023 | January 26, 2024 | Won on Raw.[82] |
References
- https://www.[espn.com](/page/ESPN.com)/wwe/story/_/id/31077074/wwe-nxt-women-tag-team-championship-history
- https://www.[espn.com](/page/ESPN.com)/wwe/story/_/id/26021246/wwe-women-tag-team-championship-history
