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Hospitales Universitarios San Roque Renews Support for Gran Canaria Basketball

Hospitales Universitarios San Roque (HUSR) has renewed its collaboration agreement with the Gran Canaria Basketball Federation for the 2026-2027 season. This agreement extends the support of the health institution to thousands of local athletes and club members across…

Hospitales Universitarios San Roque Renews Support for Gran Canaria Basketball

Hospitales Universitarios San Roque (HUSR) has renewed its collaboration agreement with the Gran Canaria Basketball Federation for the 2026-2027 season.

This agreement extends the support of the health institution to thousands of local athletes and club members across the island.

Sebastián Sansó, general director of HUSR, held a meeting with Pedro Manuel Domínguez, president of the Gran Canaria Basketball Federation, at the health center’s headquarters.

The support reaches 24 clubs and 3,300 athletes, as well as the island’s representative teams during the 2026-2027 season.

The agreement impacts 3,300 athletes, including those participating in the island’s representative teams. By maintaining this alliance, the federation secures the support of the health institution for its players throughout the upcoming competitive campaign.

Scope of the 2026-2027 agreement

By aligning with HUSR, the federation continues to receive support for all registered athletes. The following table summarizes the reach of the partnership for the 2026-2027 season:

| Category | Coverage Details |
| :— | :— |
| Registered Clubs | 24 organizations |
| Total Athletes | 3,300 participants |
| Representative Teams | All official Island selections |

Support for island basketball

What support does HUSR provide to the athletes?
The partnership extends the support of HUSR to the 3,300 athletes registered under the Gran Canaria Basketball Federation. This ensures that players across the 24 associated clubs are covered during their competitive season.

How long does this agreement last?
The current arrangement is specifically designated for the 2026-2027 basketball season.

The renewal was confirmed during a meeting between leadership from both the health institution and the federation.

Which teams are included in this support?
The agreement covers all 24 clubs affiliated with the Gran Canaria Basketball Federation. It also extends to the official representative teams of the Island throughout the duration of the 2026-2027 campaign.

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