The rivalry of Puerto Rican basketball comes to Orlando with Cangrejeros de Santurce vs Vaqueros de Bayamón
- Alastair Mac
- 20 minutes ago
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Get tickets now to see the historic rivalry between Cangrejeros de Santurce and Vaqueros de Bayamón.
The historic rivalry of Puerto Rican basketball travels to Orlando, Florida, as the Cangrejeros de Santurce and the Vaqueros de Bayamón face off in a special exhibition game: THE RIVALRY SHOWDOWN, on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Kia Center.
This highly anticipated matchup will unite the Puerto Rican diaspora and basketball fans alike, delivering a unique experience that celebrates the passion, culture, and pride of the island’s rich basketball tradition.
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Rolando Hourruitiner, president of the Cangrejeros commented, “Presenting the Cangrejeros in Orlando is a firm step within our vision and international projection of the franchise. This event represents an extraordinary opportunity to connect with the Puerto Rican diaspora, strengthen our brand, and showcase the talent of our players on a world-class stage. We are committed to offering an excellent experience that reflects the pride, discipline, and quality that distinguish our organization.”
Vaqueros co-owner Carlos Arroyo will have an opportunity to reconnect with fans in Orlando, where he played for the Magic from 2005 to 2008, and bring the Vaqueros tradition to the Puerto Rican community in Orlando.
“This game has a very special meaning for us because it allows us to reach all those Puerto Rican fans in Orlando who follow our league. We understand that continuing to expand our brand will help increase the visibility of our product,” Arroyo commented.
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