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13 Episodes 2002 - 2002
Episode 1
Thu, Feb 28, 2002 60 mins
More than 200 aspiring wrestlers audition in Las Vegas before a casting committee that includes the WWE's Al Snow, Bob Holly, Ivory, Chavo Guerrero and Jim Ross. After the initial audition, the pool is cut down to 25, with the remaining competitors undergoing a grueling physical challenge.
Episode 2
30 mins
The contestants move into their new home---but without Shad, who didn't pass the physical. In his stead: David. They also head to the gym for their first day of training, where they learn the hard way that taking bumps isn't as easy as it seems on TV.
Episode 3
Thu, Mar 14, 2002 30 mins
Against the doctor's advice, Aaron leaves the hospital; several of the women complain about Linda to Al Snow; the aspiring wrestlers grapple with the trainers, with Hawk squaring off against Hardcore Holly and Jesse taking on the Big Show.
Episode 4
Thu, Mar 21, 2002 30 mins
Alicia sees a doctor about her back pain; the cast members must assess their characters' traits, causing Hawk to "snap." Also, while out on the town, everyone wagers on their mechanical bull-riding skills.
Episode 5
30 mins
The trainers demonstrate how to do a hip toss; Jessie is tested for heart problems; the Dudley Boyz stop in and give pointers on delivering effective promos; and a contestant is cut.
Episode 6
Thu, Apr 4, 2002 30 mins
Bob "Hardcore" Holly pushes Hawk and assigns him "homework"---practicing a maniacal stare. Also, the would-be wrestlers visit Santa Barbara City College for a tough challenge: racing to the top of its stadium; Matt receives bad news about his injured knee; and Tazz takes everyone on a field trip---to "Raw."
Episode 7
Thu, Apr 11, 2002 30 mins
The aspiring wrestlers blow off steam at a bar, but things go too far when, among other events, Kenny almost gets into a fight and is rude to the production crew. Also: two of the wannabes tap out; and "Y2J," Chris Jericho, pays a visit.
Episode 8
Thu, Apr 18, 2002 30 mins
Pete and Jackie share an intimate moment that she later regrets. Also: the aspiring wrestlers have action figures made of themselves; WWE superstar Edge joins the crew for breakfast.
Episode 9
Thu, Apr 25, 2002 30 mins
Last year's winners, Maven and Nidia, visit, giving the tired crew a morale boost. Also: they learn how to run the ropes.
Episode 10
Thu, May 2, 2002 30 mins
WWE personalities Torrie Wilson and Stacy Keibler visit, causing Anni to question her potential role with the wrestling organization. Also: the cast heads to South Africa, where Jake becomes even more obsessed with his diet, and Hawk shaves his head.
Episode 11
Thu, May 16, 2002 30 mins
In South Africa, Hawk works with Al Snow in the ring, but doesn't do well. He later confesses that he may not be mentally up for the challenge. Also: the aspiring wrestlers go clubbing and parasailing; and take in a safari.
Episode 12
Thu, May 23, 2002 30 mins
Jackie injures her knee. Also: WWE wrestler William Regal visits; the aspiring wrestlers work on their promos; and two of the wannabes receive their walking papers.
Episode 13
Thu, May 30, 2002 60 mins
In the second season finale, the aspiring professional wrestlers learn who among them will be offered contracts with the WWE.