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Jaguas Roar Back with Doubleheader Sweep to Snatch Second Place SANTO DOMINGO – June 8, 2025 The 22nd round of the Veterans League’s 12th Edition – “Softball, Quality of Life” Project brought a shake-up in the standings and a show of strength from a team on the rise. The Jaguas came out swinging and never looked back, delivering a decisive doubleheader sweep—their second in the last 11 weeks—to leapfrog the Shrimpers and claim sole possession of second place. Although both teams share identical win-loss records, the Jaguas edge ahead with a 12-10 head-to-head advantage. They opened the day with a gritty 13-10 victory over the Shrimpers, then stunned the league-leading Elephants with a commanding 12-5 win, snapping the leaders’ momentum in style. The Jaguas were on fire offensively, collecting 46 hits across both games, while their defense sparkled with just one error on the day. Meanwhile, the Shrimpers continued to slide, dropping both contests and losing critical ground in the playoff race. The Elephants, despite splitting their doubleheader, remain firmly entrenched at the top with an 18-game cushion, but their aura of invincibility took a hit. Standout Player of the Day: Osvaldo Estable, Jaguas’ resilient right-hander, turned in a gutsy performance—earning the win in Game 1 and sealing the save in Game 2. While his overall season stats (9-17, .346 win rate) may not jump off the page, Estable now leads the league in saves (3) and showed flashes of clutch potential when it mattered most. Adding an international flair to the action, students from SUNY Oneonta (State University of New York at Oneonta) once again visited the field, joining the fun with some swings of their own and generously donating softballs to support the program—further strengthening the league’s mission of camaraderie, sport, and community. With the Jaguas heating up and playoff positioning tightening, all eyes now turn to the final stretch—where every inning counts and underdogs are proving they still have plenty of bite. ⚾🔥

Veterans League – Week 21: Elephants Sweep Again as VIP Guests Watch the Action Unfold It was a festive and action-packed 21st competition day in the 12th Edition of the Veterans League’s “Softball, Quality of Life” Project, with stars shining on and off the diamond. Adding to the excitement was a special visit from Dairo Enrique Moreno, founder and President of Civitas Global Educational Services, the league’s primary sponsor. He was accompanied by a distinguished American delegation of students and professors from SUNY Oneonta (State University of New York at Oneonta). The guests were warmly welcomed by players and fans alike, participating in the day’s activities and presenting veteran athletes with a symbolic donation—including softballs, visor caps, a first aid kit, and other thoughtful gifts to support the league's mission. On the field, the Elephants showed no mercy. The league leaders kept their foot on the gas, sweeping their fourth consecutive doubleheader to rack up their 14th weekend sweep of the season—a staggering 66.7% success rate. They took care of business with a solid 10-4 win over the Shrimpers and followed it up by shutting down Jagua to keep their winning machine rolling. With this, they extend their commanding lead, sitting 17 games ahead of second place. The Shrimpers, meanwhile, endured a rough outing, dropping both of their contests—including an 11-7 loss to Jagua—and now find themselves drifting further from the top. As for Jagua, they made their mark with a critical split and are now just two games behind the Shrimpers, making the battle for second place suddenly very interesting as we enter the home stretch. Stars of the Day: Juan Miguel Machado Pérez (Elephants): The right-handed ace was unstoppable once again, collecting his league-leading 13th win (13-2, .867) and continuing to set the gold standard for pitching this season. Luis Orlando Valladares (Jagua): The only player to earn MVP honors in both games, delivering standout performances on both sides of the ball. With just weeks to go, the standings may be shifting behind them, but the Elephants remain the team to beat—while Jagua and the Shrimpers gear up for a battle royale for second place. The heat is rising, and so is the intensity in this unforgettable Veterans League season. ⚾🔥

Elephants Flex Their Muscles Yet Again: Doubleheader Sweep Extends League Lead Another Sunday, another statement from the Elephants. On May 25th, in the 12th Edition of the Veterans League "Softball, Quality of Life" Project, the Elephants tightened their grip on the league with yet another doubleheader sweep—their 13th in 20 weekends (an imposing 65% sweep rate). This juggernaut shows no signs of slowing down. The day kicked off with a nail-biter, as the Elephants edged out Jagua in a wild 19-18 thriller that had fans on the edge of their seats. But the real fireworks came in the second game, where the Elephants dismantled the Shrimpers 29-7, fueled by a jaw-dropping 16-run explosion in the seventh inning. That’s how champions make a statement. For the Shrimpers, it was a day to forget. They dropped both games and struggled mightily on defense, committing a staggering 17 errors across the doubleheader. Their bats went quiet too—just 24 hits and 11 runs combined. A 4-14 knockout loss to Jagua in the opener capped off a weekend to forget, as they now sit a distant 15 games behind the Elephants. Jagua managed to salvage a split but couldn’t make a dent in the standings, falling 18 games back after the heartbreaking loss to the Elephants. Notable Performances: Juan Miguel Machado Pérez (Elephants) continues to shine as the league’s top arm. He earned his 12th win (12-2, .857) and boasts a league-best 2.01 WHIP, solidifying his status as the ace every team fears. The Elephants are firing on all cylinders, and as the season barrels toward its final stretch, the question remains: Who can stop this juggernaut? The chase is on, but the Elephants are setting a blistering pace—catch them if you can. ⚾🔥

Veterans League May 18th Recap: Elephants Steamroll to Another Sweep, Jagua Slide Continues Another weekend, another dominant showing by the Elephants. On Sunday, May 18th, the reigning powerhouse of the Veterans League’s “Softball, Quality of Life” 12th edition flexed their muscles yet again, securing their 12th doubleheader sweep of the season. That’s a scorching 66.7% sweep rate—proof that this team is in a class of its own. Game 1 had the Elephants digging deep, clawing back for a 16-15 thriller over the Shrimpers, showing championship resolve under pressure. They followed that with an absolute dismantling of Jagua, a 19-4 knockout in just five innings that left no doubt about who rules the diamond. Jagua, meanwhile, continued to struggle mightily, dropping both games by knockout for the eighth time this season—a tough stat that underscores their 44.4% double-defeat rate in weekend play. They fell 17-7 to the Shrimpers in the opener, extending their deficit to 17 games behind the Elephants in the standings. The Shrimpers, despite their own loss to the Elephants, remain 13 games out of first place—a distant second. Standout Performers: Luis Orlando Valladares (Jagua, V2) – earned MVP honors despite the tough day. Humberto León Lezcano (Shrimpers, V3) – a consistent spark for his squad. Juan Miguel Machado Pérez (Elephants) – the undisputed ace of the league, notching his 11th win (11-2, .846) while maintaining a league-best 2.07 WHIP. He’s the pitcher every team fears, and the one every contender will have to get through. The Elephants are on an unstoppable march, while the Shrimpers and Jagua scramble to keep pace. As the season barrels toward its final stretch, all eyes are on the Elephants—the team to beat in Veterans League softball. ⚾🔥

Weekend Sweep: Elephants Stampede Through Week 18 of Veterans League Play Sunday, May 4th delivered a statement from the Elephants, who once again roared through the competition in the 12th edition of the Veterans League’s “Softball, Quality of Life” Project, notching their 11th doubleheader sweep of the season. With an incredible 61.1% sweep rate across 18 weekends, the league leaders widened their already-dominant lead to 12 games over the Shrimpers and 15 over the Jagua. Game 1 saw the Elephants unleash a 16-3 knockout blow against the Shrimpers in just five innings, setting the tone for the day. They followed it up with another punishing performance, steamrolling the Jagua 17-7, also in five innings. Across both games, the Elephants racked up 38 hits and 33 runs, while committing just two errors—both in the second matchup—showcasing their blend of offensive firepower and defensive discipline. Juan Miguel Machado Pérez, the league’s southpaw sensation, continued his blistering form, picking up his 10th win of the season (10–2), good for an .833 winning percentage. His dominant outing against the Jagua further solidified his case as the top pitcher in the league. The Shrimpers, meanwhile, suffered a tough weekend, going 0-2 after falling 11-21 to Jagua in a six-inning knockout. Jagua snapped back with authority after their earlier loss, but still couldn’t close the gap in the standings. Sunday’s MVPs: Gerardo Falcón Poblet (Elephants) – a force on both sides of the ball. Máximo García Ramos (Jagua) – sparked the offense in their win over the Shrimpers. Humberto León Lezcano (Shrimpers) – a bright spot in an otherwise tough day. The league now pauses for a well-earned Mother’s Day break next weekend. Action resumes on Sunday, May 18th, as the race to the postseason heats up. Veterans League Softball: where age is just a number—and every weekend tells a story. ⚾🔥

Veterans League Softball – Week 17 Recap: Stalemate at the Top, Fireworks on the Field This past Sunday, April 27th, the 12th season of the Veterans League’s “Softball, Quality of Life” initiative delivered another thriller of a tripleheader, and when the dust settled, well—“El Cuartico Se Quedó Igualito.” In a rare deadlock, all three squads walked away with a win and a loss apiece, leaving the standings unchanged but the drama dialed all the way up. The Elephants (Veterans 1) held firm atop the leaderboard, keeping their 10-game cushion over the Shrimpers (Veterans 3) and a commanding 14-game gap over Jagua (Veterans 2). But it wasn’t smooth sailing all day: after a surprise 9–10 stumble in their second game, the Elephants showed why they’re champions, storming back in the nightcap with a nail-biting 11–10 win over Jagua—literally snatching victory from the jaws of defeat and freezing out Jagua’s upset bid. Don’t sleep on the Jagua, though. The league’s basement dwellers came out swinging, pummeling the Shrimpers 17–7 in a knockout opener, and then pushing the Elephants to the absolute brink in a gutsy performance that belied their spot in the standings. Sunday’s Standout Performers: The spotlight shone brightly on two veteran warriors: Arnaldo “Nani” Bueno Silva (Jagua) turned back the clock with MVP-caliber performances in both games, refusing to go quietly. Ramón “El Majá” Vilches Benítez (Elephants) came up clutch again and again, earning back-to-back MVP nods and proving once more that big moments need big players. And let’s not forget the day’s final flourish: Juan Miguel Machado Pérez (Elephants), the southpaw ace, slammed the door shut in crunch time, nailing down his league-best 9th win (9–2 record, a blistering .818 win rate) to tighten his grip on the title of the league’s most dominant arm. Another epic Sunday in the Veterans League, where the standings might stand still, but the action never lets up! ⚾🔥

Week 16 Recap: Veterans League Softball – Elephants Steamroll Ahead The 16th week of action in the 12th edition of the Veterans League’s "Softball, Quality of Life" Project delivered more of the same dominant storyline: the Elephants (Veterans 1) continued their iron grip on the league with yet another doubleheader sweep—their 10th of the season—while the Shrimpers battled to a split and the Jagua endured another rough outing, suffering their 7th double defeat of the campaign. In Game 1, the Elephants wasted no time asserting their authority, crushing the Shrimpers 11–1 in a knockout victory, showcasing both pitching precision and offensive firepower. But the real fireworks came in Game 2, which turned into an absolute slugfest. The Elephants and Jagua combined for a jaw-dropping 63 hits and 53 runs, with the Elephants emerging victorious 29–24 in a wild, back-and-forth battle that had fans catching their breath between innings. The Jagua’s woes didn’t stop there. In Game 3, they fell hard once again, this time to the Shrimpers, in a lopsided 15–4 knockout, marking another frustrating chapter in what’s been a challenging season. With these results, the Elephants have stretched their lead to a dominant 10 games over the Shrimpers, and a whopping 14-game cushion over the last-place Jagua, leaving little doubt about who’s the team to beat. Standout Performances: Hats off to Juan Carlos Mondeja (Elephants), Jorge Luis Nuñez (Jagua), and Eliécer Hernández (Shrimpers), who each earned MVP honors for their squads, delivering standout performances that kept their teams fighting in this fiercely competitive league.