Estadio Cándido González
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| Location | Camagüey, Cuba |
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| Owner | Government of Cuba |
| Capacity | 15,000 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Construction | |
| Opened | 1947 |
| Renovated | 1977, 2007 |
| Tenants | |
| Toros de Camagüey (Cuban National Series) | |
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| Location | Camagüey, Cuba |
|---|---|
| Owner | Government of Cuba |
| Capacity | 15,000 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Opened | 1967 |
| Tenants | |
| Toros de Camagüey (Cuban National Series) | |
Estadio Cándido González is a multi-use stadium located in Camagüey, Cuba. It is primarily used for baseball and serves as the home field for the Toros de Camagüey, a team in the Cuban National Series. The stadium has a capacity of 15,000 spectators.
History
The stadium was constructed in 1967 to provide a dedicated space for baseball and other sporting events in Camagüey. It was named in honor of Cándido González Morales, a notable figure in Cuban sports history and a player who made significant contributions to the development of baseball in the region.
Structure and Features
Estadio Cándido González has a natural grass surface and is designed to meet the needs of high-level baseball competitions. With a seating capacity of 15,000, it is one of the larger sports venues in Cuba. The stadium is equipped for hosting night games and is a central hub for baseball activities in the city.
Role in Cuban Baseball
The stadium is home to the Toros de Camagüey, one of the teams competing in the Cuban National Series. It regularly hosts games during the season and serves as a venue for other provincial and national baseball tournaments.
External links
References
- ^ "Estadio Cándido González" (in Spanish). Beisbol en Cuba. Retrieved 10 January 2025.
- ^ "Estadio Cándido González" (in Spanish). Wikipedia en Español. Retrieved 10 January 2025.