June arrived packed with sports activity, and here are all the details on the events you won't want to miss.
Pull out your calendar and mark every event listed below:
July sports calendar
1. 2024 Women Final Four
Where: Coliseo Salvador Dijols en Ponce
When: June 7–9
In this three-day international event, our national team will face Cuba, Mexico and Costa Rica.
The tournament will award points toward the FIVB world ranking and continue our push to secure a spot at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and the 2025 World Championship.
2. Puerto Rico Basketball Junior Olympics
Where: Centro de Convenciones de Puerto Rico
When: July 9–14
This tournament will bring together more than 1,000 young athletes at the Centro de Convenciones de Puerto Rico, where they will have the chance to show their talent and compete with their teams for first place. Categories range from 6U to
3. Torneo Internacional de Ajedrez José Celso Barbosa
Where: Centro Comunal Jardines Caparra
When: July 22–27
The Departamento de Recreación y Deportes de Bayamón, El Puerto Rico Chess Academy and the Federación de Ajedrez de Puerto Rico invite the public and the chess community to take part in this six-day tournament.
There will be a prize pool valued at $1,500 for first place in Group A, along with prizes ranging from $1,000 to $30 for the remaining groups. You can find more details on prizes and registration here.
4. San Juan Jiu-Jitsu Open 2024
Where: Gimnasio Nilmarie Santini
When: July 13
This event is open to competitors of all ages and skill levels, offering a platform to showcase combat techniques and compete against fellow enthusiasts. With divisions for Gi and No-Gi, it is a full tournament designed to celebrate the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. For more details, visit Smoothcomp.com.
Sports events for the whole family
5. Festival Deportivo Melao Melao
Date: July 13–21
Location: Playa Pueblo Nuevo, Vega Baja
During the festival, you can take part in the Carrera Playera 5k, which will be held July 20, 2024, at 7:00 a.m. at Playa Puerto Nuevo, Vega Baja. You can register by calling (787) 409-9662.
Road race events in Puerto Rico
6. 15k del Jíbaro
Date: July 21
Location: Morovis
Close out the summer on the right foot and walk it through Morovis in the 15K del Jíbaro. The race will start at the Plaza Pública de Morovis, with the gun set for 5:00 p.m. You can register on the day of the event.
7. El Gigante Marathon (53ra edición)
Date: July 27
Location: Adjuntas
This 15 km race is held in Adjuntas and is one of the most storied marathon competitions in Puerto Rico. Registration has reached capacity, but you can still come out and cheer on the participants.
8. Cycling with Him 2024
Date: July 28–30, 2024
Location: Asociación Puertorriqueña del Este
The Asociación Puertorriqueña del Este de los Adventistas del Séptimo Día is organizing a three-day cycling tour of Puerto Rico, benefiting Casa Protegida Julia de Burgos. For participation costs and the full itinerary, visit this link.
Puerto Rico's men's basketball schedule for Paris 2024
Below are the dates for Puerto Rico's games in the men's basketball group stage at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Sunday, July 28: Puerto Rico vs. Sudán del Sur
Wednesday, July 31: Puerto Rico vs. Serbia
Saturday, Aug. 3: Puerto Rico vs. Estados Unidos
Televised international sports events
In addition to events on the Island, here is an overview of the international sports landscape.
Tuesday, July 16: MLB All-Star Game at Global Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
Saturday, July 20: Diamond League competitions in London.
Sunday, July 21: Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony at the Clark Sports Center in Cooperstown, New York.
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