When faced with many challenges headed into a tournament in Monterrey, this team of Mayan women’s softball players, Las Amazonas de Yaxunah, upset the tournament organizer’s team in a huge victory. After being belittled, thought down upon and mistreated by the tournament, Las Amazonas managed to set the record straight through the game.
โLas Amazonas de Yaxunah" is a compelling documentary that shines a light on the remarkable spirit and determination of an extraordinary Mayan womenโs softball team from the Yucatรกn region of Mexico. The film follows the inspiring journey of this team of 26 passionate players, aged 13 to 62, as they shattered gender stereotypes and overcame immense challenges to pursue their passion for softball.
โLas Amazonas de Yaxunahโ is directed by filmmaker Alfonso Algara and produced by ESPN Deportes as part of the networkโs initiative to celebrate its 20th anniversary and will premiere on September 19th at 11 PM on ESPN2.
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