Hispanic Heritage: Sports & Recreation

Learn about some children's games from Mexico and other places in the Hispanic world.

For much of the 20th century, jai alai dominated the Miami sports scene, attracting crowds as large as 15,000.

Ancient Mayans believed the world of the living was connected to the underworld: Xibalba. This belief was central to many facets of Mayan life - including a unique sport with fatal consequences.

Illuminates the popularity of Mexico's national soccer team in the U.S.

We can easily name the men who are dominating sports, but women in athletics don't always get the praise that they deserve. There are particularly many Latinas who are at the top of their sports. Here are 10 Latina athletes that should be on your radar.

One of the FIFA World Cup's most famous and exciting icons, Argentina's favorite son dominated Mexico 1986 and Italy 1990 to a staggering degree. Watch the skills, goals and memorable moments!

Laurie Hernandez talks about representing her hispanic community and says the diversity of the 2016 USA Gymnastics team is "a beautiful thing."

A true icon of world football, Pelé captured the heart of fans across the globe.