University of New Mexico coach Danny Gonzales and Boise State coach Andy Avalos are two of the five Latino head coaches in all of NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS).
Three Latino coaches are in the Mountain West Conference, including UNLV’s Marcus Arroyo. Miami’s Mario Cristobal and Baylor’s Dave Aranda are also a part of the Latino quintet.
The Lobos play against UNLV at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nev., on Sept. 30.
New Mexico (1-0) takes on 17-point favorite Boise State (0-1) Friday at 7 p.m. at University Stadium.
Gonzales was asked after Wednesday’s practice what it’s like to be a part of a game that includes two Latino head coaches of college football teams.