hispanic american athletes

Contains alphabetically arranged entries that profile 175 Latino and African American athletes notable for their achievements in eighteen sports, each with information on the subject's career, major accomplishments, records and awards, and overall impact.

Contains alphabetically arranged entries that provide career profiles of over 175 Latino Americans from throughout history who have excelled as athletes, and includes photographs and further reading resources.

Briefly presents the qualifications for and rewards of careers in sports, from athlete to publicist, and highlights the unique experiences of Hispanic Americans through profiles of successful Latinos in sports.