Casaus was a four sport student athlete in high school and turned down college scholarships in lacrosse and football to pursue his academic studies.
He later returned to the training center on crutches with his title belt around his waist, revealing to Tough Enough host Stone Cold Steve Austin that he was forced to leave the competition after doctors would not allow him to continue.
[5] In September 2014, Casaus confirmed he signed with El Rey Network's new show Lucha Underground, that began airing on October 29.
[7] Casaus debuted on (aired April 29, 2015) as Marty "The Moth" Martinez, a fan who interfered in the match between Cage, King Cuerno and Hernandez.
His character then was tweaked to be mentally unhinged after he kidnapped Sexy Star and likely tortured her along with his storyline sister Mariposa for the duration of Lucha Underground’s hiatus in the summer.
During his reign, he defeated Mariposa and aligned with Reklusa, but lost the title against Pentagón Dark at Ultima Lucha Cuatro in a Cero Miedo match.
The match featured Prince Puma, Rey Mysterio, and Dragon Azteca Jr. vs Marty the Moth Martinez, Mil Muertes, and Matanza.
[9] Martin continued his career in AAA working storylines with La Parka, Los Psycho Circus, Blue Demon, Ricky Banderas, John Morrison, Hernandez, El Hijo del Fantasma, and El Texano Jr.[10][11] Casaus made his debut for All Elite Wrestling on the April 28th edition of Dark, facing Brian Cage in a losing effort.
He went on in AEW having matches with Matt Sydal and his Ring of Honor debut against Angélico[11] In 2004 Casaus had his first taste of the entertainment business when he appeared on the TV show Everwood to play an uncredited featured folk style wrestler.