SPB confirms death of player Gilberto Hernández in Venezuela earthquakes

The Venezuelan Professional Basketball Super League (SPB) confirmed the tragic deaths of player Gilberto Hernández and his wife, who perished in the earthquakes that devastated parts of Venezuela on June 24. Hernández, a 28-year-old professional basketball player, died in La Guaira.

Hernández had been a part of professional basketball in Venezuela since 2017. He played for multiple teams, including Cocodrilos de Caracas, Broncos de Caracas, Piratas de La Guaira from 2022 to 2024, and most recently Diablos de Miranda during the 2026 season. The SPB expressed its deep sorrow over the loss of Hernández, honoring him as someone who dedicated his life to the sport.

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The SPB regrets the sensitive passing of Gilberto Hernández, a player who was part of our professional basketball since 2017. Hernández perished with his wife tragically in La Guaira due to the devastating earthquakes that hit the country.

Professional teams, basketball personalities, and fans have shared their condolences for Hernández and his wife. The earthquakes primarily affected the central-northern region of Venezuela, including Caracas and La Guaira. Official government figures reported that the seismic events resulted in 2,954 deaths and 16,592 injuries.

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We bid farewell to Gilberto with the respect he deserves as one who gave his life to the sport.