Mauricio Báez dominates Group A and advances firmly in the 2026 TBS District
The Mauricio Báez club reaffirmed its status as the favorite in the 50th Superior Basketball Tournament of the National District (TBS Distrito 2026) after defeating San Lázaro with a score of 79-71. With this result, the Villa Juana team completed a 2-0 sweep in their head-to-head series and secured first place in Group A, consolidating their spot in the Elimination Phase.
The Mauritian attack was led by captain Gerardo Suero and reinforcement Kevin Obannor, who finished the day with 17 points each. Obannor also stood out with a double-double by recording 14 rebounds, while Suero contributed seven rebounds and four assists. The offensive support was completed by Richard Bautista and Carlos Pepín, both with 11 units each.
Mauricio Báez closes the regular phase of Group A with a 6-3 record, accumulating 15 points that grant them the lead of their division, while San Lázaro, with a 5-4 mark, also secures their ticket to the next stage of the championship.
Bameso keeps its hopes alive
The day was also crucial for Bameso, which achieved a vital 94-81 victory against El Millón. This win allows Bameso to tie its opponent with 12 points and a 3-6 record, keeping the race for the final qualifying spot in Group A wide open. Juan Guerrero led the winning offense with 17 points and eight rebounds.
Tournament overview and upcoming matches
- Group B: Los Prados lead with 8-1, followed by Rafael Barias (7-2) and Huellas del Siglo (3-6), all already qualified. San Carlos has been eliminated from the competition.
- Saturday’s action: Los Prados will face Rafael Barias at 5:00 p.m., while San Carlos will face Huellas del Siglo at 7:00 p.m.
- Sunday’s closing: Activity continues with the duels Mauricio Báez against El Millón (4:00 p.m.) and Bameso against San Lázaro.
The 50th Superior Basketball Tournament of the National District, which celebrates its golden anniversary, is taking place at the Professor Virgilio Travieso Soto BanReservas Arena. The event is organized by the National District Basketball Association (Abadina), under the direction of a committee headed by Andrés Bautista and commissioner Nelson Ramírez, with the main sponsorship of Seaboard and the competition for the BanReservas Cup.
