Kevin Maxen, assistant strength coach for the Jacksonville Jaguars, made history by becoming the first male coach in a US men’s professional sports league to publicly speak out on the issue of homosexuality. He said he no longer wanted to “lie” or be “scared” about his personal life. He is also the second openly gay coach in the NFL, after former 49ers assistant Katie Sowers, who came out as a lesbian in 2016.
Maxen revealed his sexual orientation in an interview with Outsports on July 21, 2023, just a week before the Jaguars’ training camp began. He said he wants to be vocal about helping people live the way they want to live, but he also wants to live simply and not be afraid of how people will react.
Early life
Maxen was born on January 8, 1992, in Houston, Texas. He is of African American and Jewish descent. He grew up around football and other sports and developed a passion for fitness and strength training.
Kevin attended Rice University and played as a linebacker for the Division III football team. In 2017 he completed his studies in kinesiology.
Kevin Maxen Career
After college, Maxen pursued a career as a strength coach. From 2018-2019 he worked at Baylor University helping coach the soccer team and other athletes. He then transferred to Vanderbilt University in 2020, where he served as an assistant strength coach for the football program.
In 2021, he joined the Jacksonville Jaguars as an associate strength coach under head coach Urban Meyer. He is responsible for developing and implementing strength and conditioning programs for players and for monitoring their progress and performance.
Maxen said he loves his job and enjoys working with the Jaguars’ staff and players. He said he hopes to inspire others by being himself and doing what he loves.
“As a Black Jew, who has dated both men and women and served as a strength coach at the highest level in professional football, I have learned that my appearance, my beliefs, and especially the person I am physically or emotionally attracted to should not affect how I or other people perceive my worth. And it certainly shouldn’t dictate what I think I’m capable of.”
Kevin Maxen Biography | |
|---|---|
| Real name | Kevin Maxen |
| birth date | January 8, 1992 |
| Age | 32 years |
| Place of birth | Connecticut, United States |
| Profession | strength trainer |
| University | Western Connecticut State University |
| qualification | graduate |
Physical Statistics | |
| Height | in feet inches – 5 feet 10 inches – in centimeters – 177 cm |
| Weight | in kilograms – 103kg – in pounds – 228 pounds |
| Hair color | dark brown |
| eye color | Brown |
Kevin Maxen Family | |
| Father | – |
| Mother | Heather Maxen |
| Sister | – |
| Brother | Willie Maxen |
relationship status | |
| Marital status | In relation |
| affair | Yes |
| Is he gay? | Yes |
| Who is Kevin Maxen’s friend/partner? | Nicholas Garcia |
Personal life
Maxen is currently dating Nick, whom he met online in 2021. They live together in Jacksonville, Florida. Maxen said Nick was supportive of his career and his decision to come out publicly. “He was great throughout the process,” Maxen said. “He was there for me every step of the way.”
Maxen said he hopes his coming out will help normalize gay relationships in sports and in society. Maxen’s announcement was met with support and praise from Jaguars owner Shahid Khan, who said in a statement that Maxen was an important member of the team and community.
social media
Maxen is active on social media platforms such as Twitter and Instagram. He posts about his work, hobbies, travel, and relationships. He has over 10,000 followers on Twitter and over 4,000 followers on Instagram. Kevin said he uses social media to connect with his fans, friends and family. He also said he wants to use his platform to spread positivity and awareness about LGBTQ+ issues. He says he wants to be a role model for anyone struggling with their identity or sexuality.
Kevin Maxen Net Worth
According to various sources, Maxen’s net worth is estimated to be around $500,000. According to NFL.com, he makes $150,000 a year as an associate strength coach for the Jaguars.
Kevin also makes money from advertising, sponsorships, and appearances. He has worked with brands such as Nike, Gatorade, and Under Armor.