Soria Baloncesto Club Celebrates Another National Team Selection
Cerezo Joins Castilla y León Squad for Spanish Championship
Soria Baloncesto Club is brimming with pride as Luis Cerezo, a rising star from their M-audiovisuales A team, has been selected for the Castilla y León regional team competing in the Spanish Children’s National Team Championship. This prestigious tournament will take place in Huelva from January 3rd to 7th, marking a notable milestone for both Cerezo and the club. Cerezo’s selection continues a tradition of excellence for Soria Baloncesto, following in the footsteps of Hugo García (now playing in the CSB First Division) and Diego Valero (currently on the CSB cadet team), who also represented castilla y León in past championships. This achievement underscores the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent as its inception in 2015.
The Castilla y León squad,led by coach Iñaki Marro from Palencia,will convene in Santa Marta de Tomes (Salamanca) from December 26th to 29th for their final preparatory matches. The team boasts a diverse roster, with players hailing from León, Valladolid, Palencia, Salamanca, Segovia, and Zamora. In the First Phase of the Spanish Championship,castilla y León will face tough competition from Aragón and Cantabria in Group A. Earlier this month, the team participated in three pleasant matches in Oviedo (Asturias), securing victories against the hosts (77-32) and Galicia (78-65), while narrowly losing to the Basque Country (53-87).
Cerezo’s journey to the national stage began on May 1st with his selection for a 25-player concentration camp in Burgos. His notable performance earned him a spot in five subsequent training sessions, ultimately leading to his selection for the final twelve-player roster. Hailing from San Esteban de Gormaz, Cerezo is a rising star in his second year as a federated player. He played a pivotal role in the CSB team’s victory at the Castilla y León Children’s Cup in May and currently competes in the First Division Regional Championship. As the Spanish Championship approaches, Castilla y León is set to face off against the Canary Islands and Porto on Sunday, promising exciting matchups for basketball enthusiasts.
A Rising Star Shines: An Interview with Luis Cerezo
welcome back sports fans! Today, we have a true rising star joining us—Luis Cerezo, a talented young basketball player from Soria Baloncesto Club. Luis has just been selected for the Castilla y león regional team competing in the upcoming Spanish Children’s National Team Championship. Luis, welcome to the show!
Luis: Thank you for having me. It’s an honor to be here.
Moderator: The excitement surrounding your selection is palpable. Tell us, what was running through your mind when you heard the news?
Luis: I was thrilled, of course! Playing for Castilla y León is a dream come true. I’ve worked incredibly hard for this possibility, and knowing I can represent my region on a national stage is truly humbling.
Moderator: Your journey to this point has been impressive. You’ve been playing for Soria Baloncesto since 2021, and you clearly made a strong impression at the concentration camp in Burgos. Can you share a bit about your experience there?
Luis: The concentration camp in Burgos was a challenging but rewarding experience. I was surrounded by incredibly talented players, and the competition was fierce.I learned a lot about myself as a player and gained valuable experience playing at a higher level.
Moderator: Soria Baloncesto Club has a reputation for nurturing young talent, with past successes like Hugo García and Diego Valero.How has the club supported your development, both as a player and as an individual?
luis: The club has been fantastic. The coaches, especially Carmen Alvarez and Miguel Sánchez, have always believed in me and pushed me to be my best. They’ve provided me with the resources and training I needed to improve, and they’ve created a supportive environment where I feel comfortable taking risks and challenging myself.
Moderator:Looking ahead, Castilla y León faces some tough competition in the Spanish Championship, including Aragón and Cantabria. Do you feel confident about your team’s chances?
Luis: Absolutely! We have a talented and dedicated team led by Coach Marro,who is a great strategist. We’ve been training hard and learning each other’s strengths. We know the competition will be tough, but we’re confident in our abilities and ready to give it our all.
Moderator: This tournament is a chance for you to showcase your talent on a national stage. What are some of your personal goals for the Championship?
Luis: I want to contribute to the team’s success in any way I can. Whether it’s scoring points, passing the ball, or playing tough defense, I want to be a valuable asset to the team. I also want to learn as much as I can from the other players and coaches, and hopefully, use this experience to grow as a player.
Moderator:
Excellent goals, Luis. As a lifelong basketball fan myself, I’m excited to see what you and the Castilla y León team achieve. Now, let’s field some questions from our audience.
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Moderator:
Thanks for being with us,Luis. We wish you the best of luck in the Spanish Championship.
