Estadio Cándido González
Location | Camagüey, Cuba |
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Owner | Government of Cuba |
Capacity | 15,000 |
Surface | Grass |
Construction | |
Opened | 1947 |
Renovated | 1977, 2007 |
Tenants | |
Toros de Camagüey (Cuban National Series) |
Location | Camagüey, Cuba |
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Owner | Government of Cuba |
Capacity | 15,000 |
Surface | Grass |
Opened | 1967 |
Tenants | |
Toros de Camagüey (Cuban National Series) |
Estadio Cándido González is a multi-use stadium located in Camagüey, Cuba. It is primarily used for baseball and serves as the home field for the Toros de Camagüey, a team in the Cuban National Series. The stadium has a capacity of 15,000 spectators.[1][2]
History
[edit]The stadium was constructed in 1967 to provide a dedicated space for baseball and other sporting events in Camagüey.[1] It was named in honor of Cándido González Morales, a notable figure in Cuban sports history and a player who made significant contributions to the development of baseball in the region.[2]
Structure and Features
[edit]Estadio Cándido González has a natural grass surface and is designed to meet the needs of high-level baseball competitions.[1] With a seating capacity of 15,000, it is one of the larger sports venues in Cuba.[1] The stadium is equipped for hosting night games and is a central hub for baseball activities in the city.[1]
Role in Cuban Baseball
[edit]The stadium is home to the Toros de Camagüey, one of the teams competing in the Cuban National Series.[1] It regularly hosts games during the season and serves as a venue for other provincial and national baseball tournaments.[1]