Guerra, Jesus 2002-02-01
Jesus Guerra, currently the Superintendent of Roma Independent School District reflects on how basketball impacted his life. He discusses his successful athletic career at Roma High School and then at Pan American University.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Jesus Guerra
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Date: February 01, 2002
Location: Roma, Texas
Interviewer: Jorge Iber
Length: 00:42:12
Abstract
Introduction; Background; Basketball in school; Hispanic athletes; Influence of journalism; Salo Otero; University of Texas Pan American; Coach Sam Williams; Scholarships; Sam Houston State University; University of Pan American; Sam Williams (again); Coach Abe Lemons; Recruiting; Coaching; Sports Illustrated; Provided opportunities; Variety of sports; Roma High School; Basketball; Roma High School (continued); Ability to maintain basketball success; Participation of students; Respected programs; Athletic success; Academic success; Closing thoughts.
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