The Cuban Baseball Federation has announced that it will conduct trials to select approximately 60 players to participate in a showcase before foreign and national experts. The event is scheduled for September 28 and 29 at the Latinoamericano Stadium in Havana.
In a press release published on the digital site JIT, the sports organization detailed that regional exams will be held in Santiago de Cuba on the 5th and 6th of the upcoming month, followed by Villa Clara on the 11th and 12th. Additionally, the statement mentions that on the 11th, tryouts will be organized in the capital for athletes from that province who will not attend the western trials in Matanzas, scheduled for the 16th and 17th of September.
The announcement also emphasizes that the goal is to gather the most outstanding talents in the country, primarily from the under-18 and under-23 categories, although some under-15s or those over 23 years old may also be considered.
In September 2023, the National Commission similarly presented a total of 80 players to scouts from various professional leagues, showcasing their skills in pursuit of foreign contracts.
Key Information about the Cuban Baseball Federation's Upcoming Showcase
Here are some frequently asked questions regarding the upcoming showcase organized by the Cuban Baseball Federation.
When and where will the showcase be held?
The showcase is scheduled for September 28 and 29 at the Latinoamericano Stadium in Havana.
Who will participate in the trials?
Approximately 60 players will be selected to participate, primarily from the under-18 and under-23 categories, with some under-15s and those over 23 years old also being considered.
What regions will the regional exams cover?
Regional exams will be held in Santiago de Cuba on the 5th and 6th, in Villa Clara on the 11th and 12th, and in Matanzas on the 16th and 17th of September.
What was the outcome of the September 2023 trials?
In September 2023, the National Commission presented 80 players to scouts from various professional leagues, showcasing their skills in pursuit of foreign contracts.