For the DFW Metroplex Immigrants Oral History Project. Iranian-born immigrant now living in Plano, Texas. Childhood in Tehran, Iran; soccer career playing for the Iranian National Team and various club teams; reasons for immigrating to Dallas in 1977; reaction to Islamic Revolution; obtaining citizenship through marriage; years spent living in San Jose, California; wife’s death; return to Iran 1992; return to Dallas in 1993; trying out for the Dallas Cowboys; relationship with Iranian community in Plano, Texas; contact with family in Iran and Iranian media; opinions on American government and national anthem; other topics discussed include self-employment, religion, and education.