Sports updates: Salta Basket preseason and Luis Pirata Fuente League launch

In Argentina, Salta Basket head coach Ariel Rearte announced that the team has successfully completed its preseason planning for the 2026/27 Liga Argentina de Básquet season. The preparation included friendly matches in Santiago del Estero against Ciclista Olímpico de La Banda and Independiente. Rearte emphasized a focus on physical defense, quick attacks, and maintaining high energy levels to compete for a playoff position in the North Conference.

In Mexico, the Luis “Pirata” Fuente Formative League launched its 2026-2027 season with an opening ceremony featuring team parades and awards. The event included tributes to José Luis González China for his contributions to Mexican football and to young footballer Gael Uscanga Carranza. The ceremony was attended by various sports officials, business leaders, and former professional players.