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Aragonese mountaineer Rubén Sanmartín to receive Piolet d'Or for Yerupajá ascent in Andes

Aragonese mountaineer Rubén Sanmartín to receive Piolet d'Or for Yerupajá ascent in Andes

Aragonese mountaineer Rubén Sanmartín, together with Catalans Marc Torrales and Bru Bossom, will receive the Piolet d'Or, mountaineering's highest honor, for opening L'essència del Compromís on the east face of Yerupajá (6,634 meters) in Peru's Huayhuash range in the Andes. Aragón regional president Jorge Azcón congratulated the group, especially Rubén Sanmartín, in a social media message. "A milestone for Spanish mountaineering with an Aragonese mountaineer at the center of it. Congratulations, Rubén!" Azcón said.

Mariona Ortiz's Spain survive match point to finish top of group (59-79)

Mariona Ortiz's Spain survive match point to finish top of group (59-79)

Suffering and determination are part of Spanish basketball's DNA, and quality always emerges in the toughest situations. Japan was no exception as Spain won 59-79 to secure top spot in the group and keep alive their dream of lifting the World Cup in Berlin, with Germany's win over Mali also helping.

Casademont Zaragoza puts up a strong fight in first preseason loss to Valencia Basket

Casademont Zaragoza puts up a strong fight in first preseason loss to Valencia Basket

Casademont Zaragoza suffered its first preseason setback against Valencia Basket, losing 88-81 in a fast-paced game full of momentum swings that the Aragonese side briefly led in the third quarter. Gonzalo García de Vitoria's team, which continues to show a solid foundation for growth, had to fight back from the end of the first quarter after defensive lapses and concessions in transition, the main areas for improvement, left them chasing the reigning ACB champions.

The Regional Aragonese Team One Step Away from Facing a Top-Flight Club in the Copa del Rey

The Regional Aragonese Team One Step Away from Facing a Top-Flight Club in the Copa del Rey

Aragonese grassroots football could experience one of those stories that only the Copa del Rey can provide. As happened in last year's edition, Atlético Calatayud, a team from the Aragonese Regional league, could secure a place in the knockout tournament and have the chance to face a top-flight club. A dream within reach for the team from Calatayud and the entire town.

Wanapix Sala 10 End Preseason with Heavy Defeat to Italy’s Best Team

Wanapix Sala 10 End Preseason with Heavy Defeat to Italy’s Best Team

Wanapix AD Sala 10 could not end preseason on a high at the Siglo XXI, as Italy’s reigning champions L84 Torino comfortably won the Trofeo Ciudad de Zaragoza 1-5. Jorge Palos’ side are now preparing for their Primera División debut this Saturday against Peñíscola at 1:00 p.m. at their Zaragoza home.

ACB champions Valencia Basket to test resurgent Casademont Zaragoza

ACB champions Valencia Basket to test resurgent Casademont Zaragoza

Another test. After opening the preseason with two wins over Lleida (106-102) and Tenerife (86-84), Casademont Zaragoza face one of the toughest challenges of their preparation period this Monday (8 p.m.) against the current ACB champions, Valencia Basket. García de Vitoria’s team will take on the Taronja side in Benicarló in their third friendly, after making a positive impression with a virtually new squad that is raising more certainties than doubts.

Huesca Unable to Beat Nine-Man Jaén

Huesca Unable to Beat Nine-Man Jaén

S.D. Huesca suffered a heavy setback against Real Jaén, who played the entire second half with two fewer players. The 2-2 score from the 16th minute remained unchanged, as Huesca lacked ideas and failed to threaten.

Youssouf Traoré leaves Casademont Zaragoza

Youssouf Traoré leaves Casademont Zaragoza

Youssouf Traoré has activated the release clause in his contract with Casademont Zaragoza and will continue his career in the United States. He will join UTEP, The University of Texas at El Paso, to compete in the NCAA.

Heavy Defeat at Enrique Roca

Heavy Defeat at Enrique Roca

Club Deportivo Teruel suffered a painful defeat on their visit to the Murcian capital, losing 4-0 to a Real Murcia side that, if it continues in this vein, will be a serious promotion contender. In the highly demanding setting of Enrique Roca Stadium, Kiko Ramírez’s team struggled particularly in the second half, when it was unable to display its trademark defensive solidity. A heavy defeat and a serious warning early in the Primera RFEF season.

Spain Suffer a Harsh Reality Check Against Mali

Spain Suffer a Harsh Reality Check Against Mali

This is a World Cup, and Spain has experienced both sides of the coin right from the start, suffering a harsh reality check against Mali in the second round of games (82-73). The 18% three-point shooting, with 4 of 22 attempts converted, proved too heavy a burden for Miguel Méndez's team, while 53% shooting from the free-throw line represented too many offensive concessions that the African side exploited to pull off the upset and claim victory.

Casademont Zaragoza stay on track with hard-fought win over La Laguna Tenerife

Casademont Zaragoza stay on track with hard-fought win over La Laguna Tenerife

Costly and hard-fought, Casademont Zaragoza secured an 86-84 win over La Laguna Tenerife in the final minute of their second preseason friendly. The Reds showed greater defensive intensity than against Ilerna Lleida, although they were not as effective offensively as they had been against the Lleida side.

Casademont Zaragoza-La Laguna Tenerife: The Prelude to a New Beginning

Casademont Zaragoza-La Laguna Tenerife: The Prelude to a New Beginning

Casademont Zaragoza's preseason has entered its third week, and Gonzalo García de Vitoria's players must show in these friendlies that the team's ideas are taking shape. Their second test comes this Saturday against La Laguna Tenerife in Utebo at 6:30 p.m., serving as a prelude to their ACB opener against the islanders on September 27.