Why did you start BJJ?
I started Jiu Jitsu because it was introduced to me by my stepfather, and I fell in love with it ever since.
Juvenile Blue Belt Competitor
EthanRay Padrones Paulino
"ManChild"
Blue Belt
Yigo, GuamTraining for 8 years
EthanRay Padrones “ManChild” Paulino is a blue belt from Yigo, Guam. Introduced to Jiu Jitsu by his stepfather, he fell in love with the sport and has now trained for eight years.
Across Patgon, the Marianas Open, Submission Fighter, and the Guahan Jiu Jitsu League, EthanRay has built a record grounded in tough battles, lessons learned, and pride in representing GUMA and Guam.
- Patgon · 4 Gold Medals · 2 Silver Medals · 1 Bronze Medal
- Marianas Open · 4 Bronze Medals
- Submission Fighter · 1 Win
- Guahan Jiu Jitsu League · 1 Win
Athlete interview
In ManChild’s words
What do you enjoy most about competing?
I enjoy the tough battles and the lessons learned on the competition mats.
What motivates you to keep training?
The fear of losing focus in life is what keeps me motivated to keep training in and out of the gym.
Who has influenced your BJJ journey the most?
Coaches, mentors, and parents.
What does representing our competition team mean to you?
Representing the team means a lot to me. I want to show my loyalty to the gym and the skills we actually possess.
What does representing Guam mean to you?
Representing my island means everything to me. I want to prove that the underdogs can come out on top.
What are your competition goals for the next 12 months?
My competition goal for the next 12 months is to compete at least twice.
What is your ultimate goal in BJJ?
My ultimate goal in BJJ is to become a world-class athlete and a world champion.
On the mats & at the podium
