Kennedy Maciel is a 19 year-old Brazilian Jiu Jitsu prodigy who is known for his explosive quickness and ability to take advantage of the slightest mistake to gain a submission victory. He moved from Brazil to LA in Dec. of 2012, as an avid soccer player, never having trained BJJ. He adroitly adapted and has steadily flourished as he’s ascended up the belt ranks and racks up wins at most every prestigious tournament. As a second generation athlete, his work ethic is what you might expect from the son of the world renowned Rubens ‘Cobrinha’ Maciel, he trains 7 days a week and most times two to three times per day. His goals outside of BJJ is to finish school with an emphasis on business, and one day be in a position to create a hostel like facility where other Brazilian athletes can come to the states and have a place to stay, train and pursue their goals. His goals outside of BJJ are to finish school with an emphasis on business, and one day be in a position to create a hostel-like facility where other Brazilian athletes can come to the states and have a place to stay, train and pursue their goals.
