The Biography

Zane Jacobson, known by the ring name Zane Jay, is an American professional wrestler who joined New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s Academy and LA Dojo, where he trained under Fred Rosser and KUSHIDA. He made his debut on October 7, 2023, at an NJPW Academy Showcase against The DKC, and later made his Japanese in-ring debut on June 18, 2025, against Tatsuya Matsumoto in a time limit draw. On January 19, 2026, during the Road to The New Beginning tour, he struck Daiki Nagai with a chair in a Young Lion Cup match, joined United Empire, and confirmed his graduation from Young Lion status.