Nick Warren’s “American Ninja Journey” journey might be over for now, but the Central Bucks East student walked away proving he belonged.
After fighting his way to the bracket stage of the national finals, the Bucks County teen ended his Season 18 run when he lost to Matt D’Amico in what had been a tight race until Warren was taken out by the Cane Lane obstacle in Episode 12, which aired Monday, Aug. 24 on NBC.
Throughout his time on the show, Warren raced through six challenging obstacle courses, testing his speed and endurance while pitting him against veteran challengers along the way and earning five buzzer finishes for an impressive rookie season.
“I was so blessed to have had this opportunity to compete in Season 18 of ANW. It was a dream
of mine since I was a little kid, and to have all my hard work pay off and be able to take the big stage doing something I love was unbelievable,” Warren said, adding that he will be returning the show next year.
“I am super pumped to run it back in Season 19, so get ready to tune in next summer because I plan to come all gas, no brakes.”
Who is Nick Warren on 'American Ninja Warrior'?
Nick Warren is a 16-year-old ninja athlete from Plumsteadville who began training when he was just six years old. He was 15 years old when Season 18 of “American Ninja Warrior” was being filmed in the fall of 2025. Warren is starting his junior year at Central Bucks East where he plays linebacker for the football team. He is also a rugby player for the Doylestown Rugby Club.
Read more about Nick Warren’s road to “American Ninja Warrior,” and the people who inspired him along the way.
Watch Nick Warren race against Matt D’Amico in 'American Ninja Warrior'
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