Rodrigo Merón takes charge of Panama's U18 baseball team for World Cup qualifier

Experienced baseball figure Rodrigo Merón is set to lead Panama's U18 national team as they compete in the Premundial tournament in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. The primary objective for Merón and his squad is to secure a coveted spot in the 2027 U18 Baseball World Cup.

"Here we are, we thank the Panamanian Baseball Federation for the opportunity, and we know it's a big challenge, to get a spot in the World Cup of the category 2027, and that's what we've come to work on," Merón stated this morning at the Mariano Rivera Academy.

Merón highlighted the strength of his coaching staff, which includes Sebastián Arroyo, known for his professional baseball experience, and Herman Montero, who brings extensive experience at this level of competition. Isaías Velasquez is also noted as a new, promising addition to the team's coaching ensemble.

The pre-selected U18 squad will participate in the III National U23 Baseball Championship, which begins on Thursday the 16th. This championship will feature six teams, including the U18 pre-selection team that Merón will be coordinating and directing. Currently, Panama has a preliminary roster of 40 players from which the final team for the World Cup qualifier will be chosen.

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Here we are, we thank the Panamanian Baseball Federation for the opportunity, and we know it's a big challenge, to get a spot in the World Cup of the category 2027, and that's what we've come to work on.