JUNE 19, 2010
I have my mom to thank for first putting me in Spanish class in 3rd grade--when all I wanted to do after school was go to gymnastics class.
After years of Spanish classes in high school and college, after numerous Spanish immersion programs in Mexico, and after spending last summer in Guatemala, I have a really strong love of the language and Spanish-speaking countries. Also, my younger brother and I were raised by a Spanish-speaking woman (I consider her my "surrogate mom"). And, I grew up in in San Diego where the Mexican border was just 10 minutes away.
Now, given a choice of watching World Cup in English on ESPN or ABC...or on Univsion, I'll pick Univision.
You don't have to speak Spanish to enjoy the game on Univision. It's such a universal game, a simple sport. Whether or not you understand the langauge, it's just awesome to experience the passion of the commentators and the fans.
Really, there's just a few words you should understand in Spanish:
1) GOOOOOOLLLLLLLL. no explanation needed. ;)
2) La pelota= ball
3) Otra vez= again
4) Sigue! or Adelante! = go ahead!
5) juego= game
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