By THE STAR STAFF In the only game on the Men’s Superior Volleyball League (LVSM by its initials in Spanish) schedule Saturday night, the Patriotas of Lares successfully defended their home court, Félix Méndez Acevedo Coliseum, defeating the Cafeteros of Yauco in four sets in front of a delirious crowd of some 2,100 fans. With the victory in set scores of 19-25, 25-17, 25-23 and 25-21, Lares earned all three available points, remained undefeated through four games, and tied f

By THE STAR STAFF The Vaqueras of Bayamón swept the Criollas of Caguas in three sets on Saturday night in a Puerto Rican Volleyball Confederation (COPUVO by its acronym in Spanish) match. The match, held at José “Pepín” Cestero Court in Bayamón, ended with scores of 25-14, 25-19 and 25-13, all in favor of the home team. With the win, Bayamón earned all four available points, reaching a total of 24 and improving their record to 7-5, good for fifth place in the standings. The C

Import forward Leigha Brown scored 41 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, and was key in Moca’s comeback win. By THE STAR STAFF The Explosivas of Moca came from behind to defeat the Pollitas of Isabela 69-68 on Saturday night and advance to the Women’s National Superior Basketball League (BSNF by its initials in Spanish) finals against the Atenienses of Manatí. The best-of-seven finals series starts Tuesday at 8 p.m. at Dr. Juan A. Sánchez Acevedo Coliseum in Moca. In the history

Journeyman infielder Buddy Kennedy, who played for the Toronto Blue Jays (two games) and the Los Angeles Dodgers (seven games) this year (as well as four games for the Philadelphia Phillies), has become an assured World Series champion. (Reddit via r/baseball Knightbear49) By MITCH BANNON / THE ATHLETIC After the 2025 World Series matchup was set, Buddy Kennedy posted a simple message on his Instagram story. It perfectly captured his mix of jubilation and internal conflict. A

Javier Báez, new owner of the Bravos of Cidra By THE STAR STAFF The Bravos (Braves) of Cidra of the Double-A Superior Baseball League began a new chapter on Thursday with star Major League Baseball player Javier Báez assuming the helm of the franchise, marking the start of a generational transformation aimed at strengthening the roster, renewing the team’s identity and forging closer ties with its fans. “I want to thank the previous administration for their transparency and p

With a 1-0 win over Orocovis, the Guapos of Dorado locked down first place in the COLICEBA Central section and qualified for the Carnival of Champions phase. By THE STAR STAFF The Guapos of Dorado, Guayacanes of Guayanilla, and Marlins of Ceiba all notched victories on Wednesday night in Central Amateur Baseball League Confederation (COLICEBA by its acronym in Spanish) play. Dorado secured first place in the Central section and their qualification for the Carnival of Champion

Shae Kelley once again led the Cangrejeras, scoring 21 points and grabbing 13 rebounds. By THE STAR STAFF The Cangrejeras of Santurce defeated the Atenienses of Manatí 72-65 on Wednesday night to avoid elimination in Game 3 of the Women’s Superior National Basketball League (BSNF by its initials in Spanish) semifinal A series. With the victory at Roger Mendoza Coliseum in Caguas, the reigning champions forced a fourth game, which will be played this Friday at Juan Aubín Cruz

Bryan Bermúdez pitched a complete-game shutout for the Azucareros. (Gilmari Cruz) By THE STAR STAFF The Azucareros of Yabucoa defeated the Yunqueros of Río Grande 7-0 on Tuesday night at Concepción Pérez Alberto Stadium in Fajardo, securing the final playoff berth in the Eastern Division of the COLICEBA baseball league. The result eliminated the Jueyeros of Maunabo and Halcones of Gurabo from contention. It also left the Marlins of Ceiba as the top seed in the division. Righ