Hunter Ewald is a Hawaiian grappler of Brazilian descent who is widely regarded as one of the better jiu-jitsu competitors of his generation. Having earned the rank of black belt from his father Bruno Xavier Ewald, Hunter first gained recognition as a high-level athlete in this sport while competing for Roberto "Cyborg" Abreu's Fight Sports Academy in the lower belt divisions of the IBJJF circuit. There Ewald conquered important medals, including at the World (gi + no-gi) and Pan American (gi + no-gi) Championships.