The Los Suplentes podcast returns with its fifth episode of the second season, and this time it brings an interesting conversation with basketball player Reynaldo García. With an international journey that includes time in the leagues of Ecuador, Argentina, Mexico, Japan and Indonesia, García shares experiences and reflections about his career and Cuban basketball.
In this installment, the hosts delve into the decisions that marked the life of Reynaldo, who had to choose between following his dream of being a key player in the Cuban national team or making the leap to professionalism, a path that also had ups and downs and Sometimes he was forced to play games in alternative leagues to earn money.
García reveals the tensions and emotions that accompanied that stage, as well as the long process he faced to return to wearing the national team uniform. Their stories offer a glimpse into the sacrifices and challenges that accompany the journey to success.
Through his anecdotes, listeners will discover how these experiences have enriched his career and perspective on basketball. The conversation also touches on the recent victory of the national team against the United States, where the experienced athlete highlights the good image left by the team and the potential that Cuban basketball has to face the international stage.
On the other hand, there is no shortage of references to the statements of Jasiel Rivero, who also visited the Los Suplentes studio. Reynaldo offers his version of those comments and recognizes Rivero as “the best player in the country.”
Don’t miss this episode, press play on Los Suplentes and join us through the career of Reynaldo García. As always, remember that you can find exclusive content from all the interviews on our Instagram and Facebook accounts.