Linares celebrates volleyball history and local sports achievements

The city of Linares, Chile, recently hosted the 2026 Volleyball Gala at the Municipal Theater to honor the region's significant contributions to the sport. The event featured Olympic athletes and beach volleyball ambassadors Marco and Esteban Grimalt, who received recognition during the ceremony.

The gala also included a tribute to the late instructor Juan Arroyo Núñez and honored the pioneers who established volleyball in the area. Local authorities, including Mayor Mario Meza, attended the event to celebrate the discipline's growth in the region.

In local football news, Deportes Linares coach Rodrigo “Kalule” Meléndez analyzed the team's recent victory against Trasandino. Despite the win, Meléndez emphasized the need for self-criticism regarding goals conceded and noted that the team will face Provincial Osorno next week without player José Molina due to suspension.