The kicking Zendejas
American football used to bore Luis Zendejas. But the former NFL kicker, now with the Arizona Cardinals, is spreading the word about the game. Story
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Business success
Former NFL kicker Danny Villanueva reflects on his successful business career and the competitive spirit that motivated him. Story
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Skills and toughness
Erick Nader grew up playing soccer on the streets of Brazil but found his calling in Framingham, Mass., writes Lucas O'Neill. ESPNRISE.com
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She was right
People told Lisa Fernandez she was too short or didn't have the right build to play softball at the highest level. She proved them wrong. Story
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Just play
Despite injury and disappointment, for Aaron Garcia, it's all about playing as long as you can, whether it's sandlot football, the AFL or NFL. Story
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Ahead of the game
Generations of Puerto Rican baseball players followed in the footsteps of Hiram Bithorn, who made his Major League Baseball debut in April 1942. Story
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Madden 09
The Chicago Bears' Roberto Garza graces the cover of the Spanish version of "Madden NFL '09," and as Wayne Drehs explains, he plans to avoid "the jinx." Story
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In his own words
Milwaukee Bucks forward Charlie Villanueva recounts the challenges he faced as a child and why they compel him to give back today. Story
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Manny being 'The Man'
"Manny being Manny" has taken on new meaning in Los Angeles, where Manny Ramirez clearly has become the Dodgers' leading man. Story
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NFL in Mexico
The NFL has a strong fan base in Mexico, with the Dallas Cowboys among the most popular teams, writes Rafael Zamorano of ESPNdeportes.com. Story
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Coach and mentor
Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Juan Castillo has a message for others seeking their dreams. ESPN.com senior writer Elizabeth Merrill explains. Story
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Perfect ring symmetry
At 5-foot-11, 118 pounds with a 76-inch reach, Panama Al Brown was a lean, mean fighting machine and the first Hispanic world boxing champion. Story
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Salsa night: 1973
In August 1973, Larry Harlow helped bring Puerto Rican pride to Yankee Stadium for one of the most significant concerts in Latin music history. Story
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Ballpark cuisine: ¡Delicioso!
Maybe they should change the words to baseball's favorite song. Instead of "Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jack," fans clamor for empanadas. Story
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Trojan leader
 Mark Sanchez didn't know how important his roots were to Mexican-Americans -- or himself -- until he became USC's starting quarterback. ESPN The Magazine
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A pugilistic pioneer
 Chango Carmona didn't earn enough to live like a king, but he's still happy. Robert Morales catches up with the former lightweight champ. Story
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Futbol Es Vida
 Oregon high school soccer player Erik Hurtado mastered ball control, shielding, trapping and heading, then put his speed to work.
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Her vision, her future
 Irma Garcia is in her second year at St. Francis College in Brooklyn Heights, N.Y., where she's become the country's only female Hispanic AD. Story
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2007 coverage
 From the marketing of Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo to the Kansas City Royals' Mike Sweeney's learning to speak Spanish to better communicate with his teammates, you can find all of ESPN.com's 2007 coverage of Hispanic Heritage Month. Click here
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2006 coverage
 Follow then-Ohio State receiver Anthony Gonzalez into his kitchen for a taste of Cuban food, or travel to Iowa where high school students are learning to blend cultures through their sports teams. Read ESPN.com's 2006 coverage of Hispanic Heritage Month. Click here
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