Nkein is 21 years old and lives in the small town of Bemenda in northern Cameroon. The African has been a fan of the NBA since childhood and is a fan of the Los Angeles Lakers. A few years ago, Kennedy decided not only to watch the games, but also to start playing basketball. Needless to say, there was no section nearby, or even a regular playground? But such a trifle did not discourage the desire. He tied a basketball hoop to a tree and made a gutter out of aluminum pieces of the fence to return the ball after throws. Nkein was actively engaged in physical training. He had no money for a gym.For the makeshift gym, he used everything he could find at home and in the yard. Kennedy uses duct-taped water bottles as leg weights. Dumbbells and pancakes replace sandbags for him. And from car tires, Nkain made several simulators at once.
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«I watch a lot of matches and follow the players. But I have no goal to copy someone. I'm trying to understand , what kind of work did the basketball player to reach his level. Therefore, I try to look after coaches who make players better, «Nkain explained.
Kennedy's chance could be the NBA academy, which opened in Africa in 2017. It gathers the most talented players on the continent and prepares them to perform at the highest level. So far, Nkain has not received offers, and none of the star subscribers have helped with getting into professional basketball. They help him differently.
Lakers legend and two-time NBA champion Lamar Odom saw the talented Cameroonian on social networks and drew attention to his torn sneakers. He immediately contacted Ncain to get the address. Soon Kennedy received a huge package with several pairs of new shoes, basketball sets and balls.
Kennedy doesn't know if he can turn pro and get into the NBA. Even if he fails, the Cameroonian will not be upset. He admitted that he likes to inspire people. If at least one person, after watching his videos, decides to become a basketball player, Nkain's efforts will not be in vain.