Calcaño Children’s Baseball Tournament: A Success in Santo Domingo Oeste
Santo Domingo Oeste was the setting for a vibrant children’s baseball tournament organized by the Calcaño Baseball League, an event that brought together young prospects between 9 and 11 years old. The main objective was clear: to promote sports, instill discipline, and promote healthy coexistence among the participants. The event took place at the play area of Manzana 26 in the Las Caobas sector, where the community came out to support the young athletes. This tournament, part of the Torneo Oeste Prospect Kids, featured the participation of eight teams representing various local leagues. Among them, the Delio Peña, Estrella de Las Caobas, Caí Palma, Indio de Las Palmas, Chadal, Los Monteros, and Los Callaos leagues stood out, thus consolidating a space for social integration and sports development for children.The tournament was dedicated to Robert Polanco, director of the Strategic and Special Projects Program of the Presidency (PROPEEP), in recognition of his constant support for initiatives that promote children’s baseball and strengthen community development. During his intervention, Polanco announced significant economic incentives for the participating teams. The first place will receive RD$75,000, the second RD$50,000, and the third RD$25,000. In addition, the Calcaño League will receive an additional contribution of RD$50,000 as direct support for its organizational and training work. As a show of support and recognition for young talents, the painting of a mural on the play’s walls was announced. This mural will include photographs of the most outstanding young players in the tournament, serving as an inspiration for future generations. The tournament cup is dedicated to Félix Feliz, president of the Jahdiel Foundation, an entity that carries out outstanding social work for the benefit of the municipality. The Calcaño Baseball League is distinguished by its community and formative approach, dedicating itself to the development of young talents through children’s and youth tournaments in the Dominican Republic.The tournament was dedicated to the political leader Robert Polanco, in recognition of his support for children’s baseball.
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