Tough Times for Mexico Handmade Football Business Martin Markovits - CCTV America
go to original July 31, 2016

In a Mexican state reeling from rampant drug violence, a little town continues to produce hand-stitched footballs (soccer). But with competition growing overseas, this local industry is slowly dying. (CCTV America)

In the mountains of Guerrero state, lies the impoverished town of Chichihualco, famous for its contributions to a national pastime. Its local industry produces hand-stitched, colorful footballs. It’s a tradition that is passed down through generations.

Football maker Martin Viosos learned how to stitch footballs from his parents when he was a little boy. But the work is barely enough to survive. He only makes 50 cents per ball, and, on average, only makes five per day.

Still he has no choice. It’s among the few legal professions available to townspeople trapped in an area controlled by drug cartels.

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