Vladimir Santana Named President of V Torneo de Baloncesto Superior de El Congo

Engineer Vladimir Santana is the new president of the Organizing Committee for the V Torneo de Baloncesto Superior de El Congo in Santiago. The basketball event, which starts July 24, aims to strengthen community sports in the region, according to organizers and local sports officials.

Who leads the Organizing Committee for the El Congo tournament?

Vladimir Santana heads the committee following a formal swearing-in ceremony. He’s supported by a leadership team consisting of Raúl Domínguez as vice president and Pedro Gómez as secretary. Yani Santos serves as the treasurer, while Dionis Pinales and Elizabeth Báez hold positions as vocals.

During the event, the committee recognized Hilario Herrera, Mike Tineo, and Dixson Jiménez as founding members of the tournament.

When does the V Torneo de Baloncesto Superior de El Congo begin?

The tournament officially kicks off on July 24. Press director Ezequiel Sosa confirmed the date, stating the fifth edition will feature the top teams from the area in a high-level competition.

Which officials and organizations support the tournament?

The event has backing from several key sports and civic leaders in Santiago. José Luis Aracena, president of the Basketball Association of Santiago (ABASACA), praised Santana’s management skills and commitment to the sport. Rafael Américo Cabrera, president of the Association of Sports Chroniclers of Santiago (ACDS), also attended the ceremony.

Other notable attendees included:

• Councilman Raúl Domínguez
• Councilman Juan Gómez
• Community leader Pedro Gómez
• Dionis Pinales and Dixson Jiménez

What is the professional background of Vladimir Santana?

Santana is a civil engineer with a master’s degree in High Management from the Pontificia Universidad Católica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM). Beyond his technical background, he’s a businessman and a political leader within the Modern Revolutionary Party (PRM).

Raúl Domínguez opened the swearing-in ceremony by noting the tournament’s sustained growth and its role in bolstering community basketball throughout Santiago.