Pardon the sports adage, but there is no “I” in “team.” You have heard that phrase time and time again in postgame press conferences and on inspirational posters, but it’s common because it’s true. However, this doesn’t mean that teams don’t need someone to rally them and boost morale. Leadership is the foundation upon which a great team is built. Certain players are seemingly made for team leadership by having a clear head and a pursuing vision for the team’s success.
Whether it’s because of their superior skill, undeniable dedication to become the best they can be, ferocious competitive nature, or a handful of other reasons, that individual still knows that he or she is nothing without the help of others.
The whole is greater than the sum of its parts. After all, when a group bands together and heads up the metaphorical (or literal) mountaintop, the peak can only be reached together. These athletes—past and present—may not have asked for the attention, but we’re going to take the time to spotlight their contributions on and off the field. Here are The Greatest Hispanic Team Leaders in Sports History.