Born in Bogotà, Colombia, Diego Hurtado grew up knowing two things; hustle and football. So it's no surprise he earned money in the playground and became an academy player in his teens.
Injury and an ultimatum from an impatient coach coincided with his Mum's move to the US and he had a decision to make: stay in Colombia, alone, and hopefully recover in time, or head to Miami for a fresh start.
He chose Miami and a journeyed career around the USL followed.
Despite hints his path lay elsewhere, with false starts at the NY Cosmos and Las Vegas Lights, his determination to play was in constant battle with the instability of the landscape.
But, opportunity knocked, awakened something in Diego and presented a new pathway to explore – sports apparel.
Diaza Football was born and, thanks to that same determination from his playing days and a little entrepreneurial magic, has not only grown but is flourishing, with designs worn by amateurs across the US and the likes of Ronaldinho and Kakà.
Diego's journey highlights the rewards that come not only with focus and discipline, but in taking risks and seizing opportunities when you see them.
He may be done playing, but life is still very much about all he ever knew; hustle and football.
Enjoy!
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