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Basketball. By: Sarah Nimz & Tess Frey. Who is Eduardo Najera? . Mexican basketball player in NBA. Childhood. Born on July 11, 1976 in Meoqui, Chihuahua, Mexico. Father’s name is Servado Najera. Mother’s name is Rosa Perez. Teen years.
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Basketball By: Sarah Nimz & Tess Frey
Who is Eduardo Najera? • Mexican basketball player in NBA.
Childhood • Born on July 11, 1976 in Meoqui, Chihuahua, Mexico. • Father’s name is Servado Najera. • Mother’s name is Rosa Perez.
Teen years • Went to High School in San Antonio, Texas at Cornerstone Christian Academy. • He played basketball for all four years of high school. • Hurt Knee when he was a junior.
College • Went to Oklahoma University. (Norman). • Played basketball for the Oklahoma Sooners. • He has a degree in Sociology.
NBA • Went pro in 2004 • Years pro 10 • 2nd Mexican to play in the NBA. • Teams played on: Denver Nuggets and New Jersey Nets. • Now: plays on the Charlotte Bobcats from South Carolina. • Known for his rebounding and scoring abilities.
General Information • weight: 235 pounds • Height: 6’8” Tess is the coolest person ever. Oh and Sarah.
Personal Information • Wife: Jennifer • Daughter and son
Random Facts • Basketball is the 4th sport in Mexico. • Mexico has a basketball league. It has more than 20 teams.
Resources • www.stateman.com • www.wikipedia.com • www.NBA.com • www.awnser.com • www.soonersports.com