In a ceremony held this Thursday, the Dominican Professional Baseball League (LIDOM) and the Reserves Bank revealed the Copa Banreservas 2026‑2027. The six teams of the Fall-Winter Baseball Championship –Águilas Cibaeñas, Estrellas Orientales, Gigantes del Cibao, Leones del Escogido, Tigres del Licey and Toros del Este– will compete for the trophy, which bears the name of entrepreneur Héctor José Rizek Llabaly.
Homage to a pioneer in sports
In the reception, a posthumous tribute was paid to the outstanding entrepreneur Rizek Llabaly. The Rizek family, represented by Héctor and Samir, thanked the dedication and requested a minute of silence for Benigno Ángel (Papo) Romero, a key figure of the Gigantes del Cibao. A video showcasing the life and business legacy of Rizek Llabaly was projected, highlighting his contributions to sports and Dominican society.
Reaffirmation of financial commitment
The executive president of Banreservas, Dr. Leonardo Aguilera, confirmed the continued support of the institution to Dominican professional baseball. Aguilera emphasized that the sponsorship goes beyond the sports sphere, contributing to employment generation, economic dynamism, and opportunities for young aspiring athletes. Additionally, he presented the advertising campaign “In ball there are levels”, designed to accompany the season and strengthen the connection between fans and sports.
Words from LIDOM and the tournament vision
The LIDOM president, Vitelio Mejía Ortiz, highlighted the established relationship with Banreservas and qualified the upcoming tournament as “the most competitive” in recent years. Mejía Ortiz expressed his gratitude for the alliance and underscored the importance of baseball as a driving force for Dominican culture and economy.
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