Fedom Inaugurates Double A Youth Baseball League Dedicated to Nelson Cruz
The IPL Academy complex was the setting for the inauguration of the first edition of the Double A National Youth Baseball League, organized by the Dominican Baseball Federation. The event paid tribute to the outstanding former Major League player, Nelson Cruz. The opening day was full of action, with several teams demonstrating their potential from the start. The Go-Chiqui, Warriors de Santiago, Halcones del Sur, and Guerreros de Guerra teams achieved victories in their respective matches. Go-Chiqui, representing Monseñor Nouel, defeated Titanes del Este 10-0. The pitcher Ediel Ponce de la Rosa had an outstanding performance, pitching seven complete innings, allowing only four hits and striking out nine batters. In other results, the Santiago Warriors defeated Dream Big from the National District 6-4, while the Southern Hawks beat Guardians of the East 6-0. The most contested match of the day saw the War Warriors defeat the Patriots of San Cristobal with a score of 6-5.Opening Ceremony
The opening ceremony featured a parade led by flag bearers from the Dominican Republic Army and the First Brigade band, followed by the presentation of the eight participating teams.The sports oath was taken by Miguel Javier Grullón, from Guerreros de Guerra, while referee Richard Paulino was in charge of the commitment of officials. The event was attended by important authorities and personalities of national baseball. Nelson Cruz made the ceremonial pitch, accompanied by Portes Soler as the batter and De la Mota as the catcher.We want these talents to have a second chance and not abandon their dreams.
Juan Núñez Nepomuceno, President of Fedom
