Santo Domingo. The Minister of Sports, Kelvin Cruz, led an emotional reception for the Dominican delegation, the brand new champion of the Caribbean Series Kids 2025, recently held in Venezuela. The event, which took place outside the ambassadors’ hall of the airport terminal, was a display of joy and recognition for the young athletes who achieved the feat. Minister Cruz, visibly moved, praised the performance of the national team, highlighting the pride felt by both President Luis Abinader and the Ministry of Sports.
During the ceremony, the president of the Dominican Baseball Federation (FEDOBE), Juan Núñez, addressed the recent controversies on social media regarding the age of some players.“We are extremely proud of these sports heroes who represented us with dedication and discipline. Winning this crown undefeated is a testament to their effort. I congratulate them and urge them to continue working with the same passion to achieve their goals,” said Cruz.
Kelvin Cruz, Minister of Sports
The reception was marked by an atmosphere of jubilation and patriotism, with the presence of family members, sports authorities, and representatives of national baseball, who celebrated the new triumph of Dominican children’s sports.“Rest assured, Mr. Minister, the President of the Republic, and all the Dominican people, that each of these young people meets the required age requirements. It was three months of hard work to put together this team, and there should be no doubt about its legality,” Núñez affirmed.
Juan Núñez, President of FEDOBE
