[4] He started training judo at the age of five, eventually becoming nine-time national champion and holds 2nd dan black belt in the sport.
After high school, he took his first amateur mixed martial arts bout on a whim without prior training.
[5] He went to study at University of Indianapolis, only to drop out after sophomore year to pursue his career in mixed martial arts.
[5] In an effort to do so, Kenney moved to Tucson to train at the MMA Lab in Glendale, Ariz. and turned professional in late 2014.
[6] After amassing a record of 6-0 and captured the Tachi Palace Flyweight title against Alvin Cacdac,[7] Kenney made two appearances in Dana White's Contender Series web-series program on July 18, 2017, facing C.J.
[29][30] In July 2024, Kenney was involved in an alleged domestic violence incident that was investigated by law enforcement.
[31] In August 2024, Kenney was arrested in Maricopa County, Arizona and charged with domestic assault and the kidnapping of his ex-girlfriend.
[32] Kenny pleaded not guilty and released on $10,000 bond.A pre-trial conference is scheduled on October 15, with a trial date on January 23, 2025.