WWE Superstar Tavion Heights Breaks Free From No Quarter Catch Crew; Sparks Controversy Over Hulk Hogan Tributes

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On the July 29, 2025 episode of WWE NXT, Tavion Heights achieved a significant career milestone by defeating Charlie Dempsey in a decisive rematch, finally earning his independence from the No Quarter Catch Crew (NQCC). The hard-fought victory marked a turning point for Heights, who reversed a Butterfly Suplex attempt from Dempsey and sealed the win with a Belly-to-Belly Suplex, securing his freedom without the interruption of a towel throw this time around[2][3].

The confrontation was a sequel to an earlier match where Wren Sinclair prematurely stopped the bout by throwing in a towel, ostensibly to protect Heights from injury. This week, Heights endured the challenge and emerged victorious, leading to a respectful handshake with Dempsey and no further animosity displayed between NQCC members on the show[3].

While Fans praised Heights’ newfound independence, the episode also stirred controversy off-screen related to WWE’s recent tributes to the late Hulk Hogan. In light of Hogan’s passing on July 24, WWE aired several tributes across Raw, SmackDown, and NXT programming honoring the wrestling icon[2][4]. However, WWE talent Jamar Hampton voiced strong criticism of these tributes publicly.

Hampton, who surged into the wrestling scene after appearing on WWE LFG’s inaugural season and debuted on EVOLVE in June 2025, took to Instagram to challenge the narrative celebrating Hogan. Posting a transcript and an audio link of Hulk Hogan’s 2007 leaked racist rant — where the wrestling legend repeatedly used racial slurs and openly acknowledged his own racism in a private conversation regarding his daughter’s interracial relationship — Hampton called on fans and WWE alike to reconsider the decision to honor Hogan. His caption bluntly stated: “Is this really who we should be celebrating? Do ya research.”[2]

This vocal backlash by Hampton has added fuel to ongoing debates within the wrestling community about how to reconcile Hogan’s legendary status with his problematic past statements. Sources close to WWE remain tight-lipped about any internal discussions regarding this dissent, but it marks a noteworthy moment where active talent publicly disputes company-sanctioned homages.

Beyond these storylines, the upcoming August 5 episode of WWE NXT promises further intrigue. Key announced matches include:

NXT Women’s North American Championship: Sol Ruca vs. Tatum Paxley
NXT Tag Team Championship: Hank & Tank vs. Chase U (Uriah Connors & Kale Dixon)
Myles Borne vs. Lexis King
Blake Monroe vs. Kelani Jordan[1][2]

Additionally, Nia Jax made a surprise return on the July 29 show, attacking Lash Legend during her match with Fallon Henley, signaling her re-entry into NXT storylines and setting up potential future rivalries[4].

In summary, this week’s NXT episode saw Tavion Heights break free from the NQCC in a compelling in-ring story, while backstage and social media developments highlighted ongoing tensions about Hulk Hogan’s complex legacy in WWE. Fans and talent alike continue to engage in dialogue over how to address wrestling history’s difficult chapters amidst the continuing evolution of WWE programming.

Sources: WWE.com, Fightful, Wrestling Headlines, The Ring Report, TPWW, and verified social media posts.

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