Where is Fernando Mendoza from? Hometown, high school and more about Indiana QB's Florida roots

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• The quarterback has emerged as one of the best players in the sport, leading the nation in passing touchdowns in his first year in Bloomington. Here’s more about his hometown, high school and where the Hoosiers’ superstar came from. MORE: Where does Indiana’s Curt Cignetti rank among college football’s highest-paid coaches?Where is Fernando Mendoza from?Mendoza is from Miami, Florida. He was born in Miami and attended Christopher Columbus High School there.
• He is also of Cuban descent, with all four of his grandparents having been born and raised in Cuba before emigrating to Miami. MORE: Curt Cignetti's best quotes at IndianaAdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementFernando Mendoza parentsMandy Mendoza (Mother)Mandy Mendoza is a central figure in Fernando’s life and a powerful inspiration for his charitable work.
• She is recognized for her courageous battle against Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a progressive autoimmune disease.
• The family often speaks about how her perseverance has shaped Fernando’s resilient mindset and work ethic. Mandy has been instrumental in the creation of Fernando's NIL merchandise line, as a portion of all proceeds is dedicated to the National MS Society.
• By publicly sharing her story, she has helped transform her son's athletic success into a significant platform for MS awareness and fundraising.