We enter the celebrations of the Latin Heritage Month. A really lovely month the place many Latin American nations have a good time their independence day and keep in mind their wealthy traditions. The San Francisco 49ers be part of these lovely celebrations and in an impressive video that the good staff at 49ers Studios ready, charrería seems, a beautiful Mexican custom that has delighted many generations through the years. We have been capable of discuss to the charro household that seems within the video. Specifically, we spoke with Juan José Puentes Guzmán, who alongside along with his household follow charrería and have managed to kind an amazing charro staff. Puentes gave us a little bit historical past about charrería on the whole earlier than telling us about his personal expertise and the way he turned a 49ers fan.
“Charrería is Mexico’s solely nationwide sport par excellence. It comes from farm work on ranches with the administration of horses and cattle. The American rodeo comes from the charrería of the Mexican cowboy. I believe that in recent times it has turn out to be extra common because of social networks. Cowboy is in trend. Young individuals put on boots and hats and day by day they persist with their tradition and traditions,” explains Puentes Guzmán.
Motivation to be a Charro
Juan José says that charrería has been in his household for a few years.
“My father was a horse renter for charros in Guadalajara, Jalisco. But charrería may be very costly and my household could not follow it in Mexico. We got here as immigrants to follow Mexican charrería overseas. Our staff has been round for 14 years and I’ve been charrería for greater than 30 years. Despite being born within the United States, I really feel very Mexican,” stated Puentes Guzmán.
In addition to charrería, Juan José and his household additionally make desk wine.
“I used to be born in Northern California and my dad and mom are initially from Zacatecas however raised in Guadalajara. I dwell in Napa Valley and we’re devoted to creating desk wine. We have our personal wine model,” added Juan José.
Even concerning charrería, since different members of his household and pals have been concerned, they didn’t kind only a staff of charros.
“We have two groups. One is run by my 15-year-old son and the opposite by me. It is made up of a number of pals, mine and my son’s staff are made up of many younger individuals of his age who compete within the open class as adults. They are excellent,” stated Juan José.
“Every Sunday we exit, thank God. In the United States and in Mexico. We journey all through the Mexican and American republics,” added Puentes Guzmán.
Juan José additionally explains that he feels very excited when placing on the charro go well with and it’s one thing very particular for him.
“When I gown as a charro, I gown for Mexico, which brings with it a number of accountability and respect. I overlook about every part and for these moments I’m a charro who represents Mexico and there’s a lot of adrenaline and satisfaction. We are athletes as a lot as our horses. But it’s the most family-oriented sport, for the reason that complete household is concerned.”
Passion for the 49ers
Speaking of athletes, Juan José can be passionate in regards to the 49ers and informed us how he and his household turned followers of the staff.
“Man, I believe I used to be a fan of the Niners earlier than I might be a charro. I performed soccer in highschool and practiced charrería on the similar time. My complete household is a fan of the 49ers. From Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, Ronnie Lott, to call a couple of,” recalled Puentes Guzmán.
Favorite Players and Family Atmosphere
He additionally revealed who his present favourite San Francisco gamers are.
“Fred Warner for being Hispanic and since he is superb. Brock Purdy for displaying management at such a younger age,” defined Juan José.
He additionally says that the NFL season matches completely into his schedule and there’s no battle within the dates of charrería occasions in order to not miss any 49ers recreation along with his household.
“The good factor is that our season ends when the 49ers’ season begins. We wish to take pleasure in it with our household, at residence,” says Juan José.
Finally, Juan José tells us what he feels throughout Latino Heritage Month.
“I really feel very proud and lucky to be Hispanic. I imagine that our individuals and I’ve a number of historical past and tradition like no different. I’m very joyful and content material that our tradition and individuals are acknowledged right here on this nation.”