Tale Of The Whale Diamond Sports
A brief history of baseball in the Dominican Republic
Baseball and softball are an enormous part of life in the Dominican Republic. For over 100 years, baseball has been at the center of cultural life in the Dominican Republic. Though the origins of baseball in the Dominican aren’t exactly known, historians suggest that baseball first came to the island around the 1880s. Though it is a historical misconception that American Marines brought the game to the island, the United States did play an integral, though indirect, role in bringing baseball here. The U.S. brought the game of baseball to Cuba in the mid-1860s. It is said that it was Cuban immigrants, fleeing their country's 10 year war, who spread the game throughout the Caribbean, including the Dominican Republic. The first baseball teams on the island were formed either in the year 1894 or 1895. Since the 1960s and 70s baseball schools have set up shop in the Dominican Republic, and these days every team in Major League Baseball has a school or an active representation here. There are currently six teams in the Dominican league. The teams begin play in October, and the season runs through February.
Baseball and Softball at The Golden Dolphin
We, at the Golden Dolphin, are huge fans of both baseball and softball. With our very own regulation sized Major League Baseball field just steps away from our villa, we host a range of events including but not limited to baseball and softball. You can reserve our field for cricket and soccer as well. With a beautifully maintained field and two magnificent villas complete with all the amenities you heart could desire, you will be the host with the most! The Golden Dolphin, situated on a hillside with a steady breeze and mild weather all year long is the ideal atmosphere for any outdoor sports event. Have a team of your own? Bring your team to The Golden Dolphin and we will arrange a game or tournament for your men's, women's or co-ed team/s to test your skills against some of the best players the Dominican Republic has to offer. Enjoy your down time between games by relaxing with an ice cold drink from our bar at one of our two private swimming pools, the jacuzzi or get a massage in our private spa. And don't forget we have a luxury sport fishing boat! We will happily organize a day on the water for you and your teammates to fish for marlin or simply enjoy a day on the water. The possibilities are endless! See our website, www.taleofthewhalediamondsports.com for further information about the use of our facilities.
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