Despite her relatively short stature (1.70 meters), Hannah Hidalgo, a women's college basketball star at the University of Notre Dame, makes up for it with her skill and determination on the court. She is one of the few Division I players with Latino heritage, her father being from Puerto Rico. This representation is significant considering that only a small percentage of female college basketball athletes identify as Hispanicor Latino.

“According to The Institutefor Diversity and Ethics in Sport (TIDES), only 2.9% of women's Division I college basketball athletes identify as Hispanic or Latino”.

Hidalgo had a remarkable high school career and continued to excel at Notre Dame, contributing significantly to the team's success. She is a versatile player, capable of scoring a lot of points, making assists, stealing balls, and even rebounding despite her stature. Her impressive performance has led her to break records and be a key player in Notre Dame’s current success, according to the Latin Times report.

In addition to her achievements in college basketball, Hidalgo has also represented the United States in international competitions and was recognized as the United States Basketball Female Athlete of the Year. While she is proud of her Puerto Rican roots, Hidalgo is in the process of reconnecting with her Latino identity, seeking to learn more about their culture and becoming almost fluent in Spanish.

According to the publication, her rise as a Latino star in college basketball also has a greater impact, serving as a role model for other young Latina women who aspire to pursue a career in sports, especially considering the underrepresentation of Latinos in the WNBA. Hidalgo's story is an example of determination, talent, and cultural identity in a sporting world often dominated by other narratives.