Puerto Vallarta, Jal.-this weekend with a sports competition in the sports unit of Las Juntas, completed the courses of the program "School of initiation sports in your colony", in charge of the Municipal Council of the sports promotion and support youth (Comufodaj), involving children between six and 12 years of age from different areas of Puerto Vallarta.

In order that children are even more interested in sport and encourage good health, the program counted with the participation of 32 promoters who were assigned to each of the colonies of the municipality for ordered teach practicing for football, volleyball and basketball, a minimum of 20 children per area.

In order that children are even more interested in sport and encourage good health, the program counted with the participation of 32 promoters who were assigned to each of the colonies of the municipality for ordered teach practicing for football, volleyball and basketball, a minimum of 20 children per area.

"On behalf of the city government headed by the municipal President Ramon Guerrero Martínez, thank all this year that you as promoters were teaching these kids the basics of the sport completely free. Thanks to parents bring their children and allow them to sport and children by the effort and enthusiasm that put" said the official.

For his part, Guadalupe Hernández, athlete Puerto Vallarta, who was also present at this event sports to along with the director Juan Rincón grant recognition to each of the children attending for a year to learn and practice different sports; He pointed out the effort that the municipal government to promote sport and thanked for her enthusiasm and discipline children.

"I know that this year they have practiced their favorite sport, I know that many of you in the future will possibly be representing our town, our State and why not also to our country." "Without a doubt, you are already our Puerto Vallarta present and also the future and better future than disciplined young, enthusiastic and young people away from Vice and violence" emphasized the athlete.

At the end of competitions between the colonies as Aramara, La Aurora, La Floresta, gardens, Ramblas to name a few, surrendered them a trophy for first, second and third place respectively, the winners of each discipline that were football, volleyball and basketball.

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Olympic and Asian cycling star seeks improvement as World Cup track series moves on to Britain

The "Road to Rio" continues this weekend as Hong Kong cyclists try to recover from their poor start in the UCI Track World Cup series.

A 10-member squad, featuring top rider Sarah Lee Wai-Sze, will challenge the world's best in London for valuable ranking points in the lead-up to next year's World Championships in Paris and the ultimate goal - the 2016 Olympic Games.

The six rounds of the World Cup series prior to Rio, the two World Championships and the two regional Championships (2015 and 2016), from the qualification process for 2016.

No one stood out for Hong Kong in a disappointing first round in Guadalajara, Mexico, last month, but officials remain upbeat for the three-day second round starting on Friday.

"They were under some form adjustments before setting off for Mexico because of the Incheon Asian Games and the results did not surprise me," said Hong Kong Cycling Association chairman Leung Hung-task.

"But the cyclists are in much better form now following a four-week preparation for the London's leg and coupled with the experience they gained in Guadalajara, they should be showing some improvement."

Lee finished seventh in the sprint and was eliminated after the first round in the keirin while Cheung King-look came 16th of 20 in the Omnium. The men's and women's pursuit teams finished 21st and 19th respectively, behind Asian rivals China and Japan with only the top two from the region qualifying for Rio.

Lee will compete in the sprint and keirin events, at the same London venue where she secured Olympic bronze in 2012.

Australia and Britain will send their top riders, but the rider to beat for Lee will be Kristina Vogel, the reigning world champion in both sprint and keirin. The German was forced to pull out of the Guadalajara round because of food poisoning.

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The Women's National Soccer Team, which participates in the Central American and Caribbean Games Veracruz, won the gold medal Thursday by beating Colombia 2-0 in Luis 'Pirate' Fuentes Stadium.

In 74 minutes, the front player Charlyn Corral took advantage of flaws in the Colombian defense and after a series of rebounds, got the ball in the nets for 1-0.

Maribel Dominguez, who closes his involvement with the women's national team, scored the second goal 83 minutes after beating the Colombian goalkeeper with a good shot below.

With this result, of one goal to Mexican Women's Team gets first gold medal in the Central American Games.

The match was suspended for three minutes after presenting the traditional shout in the feminine gender; the local sound warned a couple of times that the game itself would stop the shout was heard when the keeper will clear, reported Notimex. write here..

At 74 minutes, the organizers determined to suspend the meeting to repeat the chorus of 9,000 fans gathered at the stadium.

The meeting was resumed three minutes later and made ​​the fake fans screaming in unison again, but refrained

The women's Tri played against Costa Rica in the semifinals, the team who won with a last - minute goal after a corner collecting Veronica Perez.

Information from the Mexican Football Federation

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When it comes to sporting events, Puerto Vallarta rules the roost in Mexico’s tourist destinations with a huge variety of outdoor organized team and one-on-one sports competitions and matches to chose from.

Puerto Vallarta’s “reel” action

Topping the list of longest running recurring events is Puerto Vallarta sport fishing derby, the Annual Sailfish and Marlin Tournament, entering its 50th season in November. Anglers from around the world descend upon Banderas Bay in search of snaring the top elusive “big game fish” that would win them top prize.

Going head to head in Puerto Vallarta

Another favorite Puerto Vallarta sports event that takes place each May is the International Sports Classic bringing together global athletes – even ex-professional and Olympic players – competing in seven sports, including basketball, tennis, golf and softball. Aerobics takes place in the open air by Los Arcos monument on the Malecón promenade.

Grab your clubs and hit the greens

There are now seven stunning and challenging Puerto Vallarta golf courses to keep players on their toes, featuring designs by legends such as Tom Weiskopf, Jack Nicklaus and Robert Von Hagge. Golf tournaments with hefty prizes abound throughout the year but the biggest draws are the Vallarta Cup and the Nation’s Cup played at El Tigre, which sends the top three teams to the World Cup.

Why all the racket?

It’s a “love match” for tennis enthusiasts who seek the fun and excitement of the rapid paced racket sport. Players seeking fierce competition can enter the annual Canto del Sol Tennis Club Pro-Am tournament, now in its 25th year, and a number of smaller competitions held throughout the year at this Puerto Vallarta tennis club.

Other Puerto Vallarta sports include soccer, softball, marathons and martial arts, kickboxing, Muy Thai and boxing.

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Mexico took the silver medal in the discipline of fencing, foil mode by teams losing in the final to his counterpart in Venezuela with score of 45 points to 42, in event corresponding to the Central American Games and of the Caribbean held in the gym at the Universidad Veracruzana in Xalapa, Veracruz.

The Aztec team formed by the Nayarit Jesús Ernesto Beltrán Macías, Daniel Gómez, Raúl Arizaga and Aarón Rodríguez made their debut before his counterpart of Nicaragua who defeated 45 points to 9, then defeated Puerto Rico 45 by 25 and in the final fell to the Venezuelans with tight score of 45 by 42.

The Caribbean represented by Antonio Leal, Victor Leon, Luis Núñez and Eliecer Romero showed up at this event bowing the favorite Cuba with score of 45 for 36, then beating Guatemala 33 45.

In this, event participated eight teams, led by Venezuela, Mexico, Guatemala (the first three in the table), Colombia, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Cuba and Nicaragua.

All eyes are on Mexico’s Pacific Coast following the announcement that the 2015 World StandUp Paddle and Paddleboard Championship (WSUPPC) will be held in Sayulita, Riviera Nayarit.

The annual event, which is organised by the International Surfing Association (ISA) will take place from May 10th to May 17th 2015, signifying the first ever ISA World Championship to take place in the country.

This announcement is a positive boost to the small, laid-back town of Sayulita. Populated by quaint beach cafes and rental shops such as Stand Up Sayulita, this picturesque area has seen Paddle Boarding becoming increasingly popular in recent years. This follows the international hype surrounding the exhilarating surface water sport, which involves using a board to balance and a paddle to propel oneself across the water.

Since the first event in Peru in 2012 the number of athletes taking to the water during the Championship has grown from 105 to 277, with over 27 countries now competing. The competitors take part in both individual and team races across various categories. These include: Men’s and Women’s SUP Surfing, SUP Technical Race, SUP Distance Race, Paddleboard Technical Race, Paddleboard Distance Race, and the Team Relay Race.

The countdown is now on for the event, with anticipation building to see if Australia will maintain their winning streak, or if Mexico will take to the podium this time round.

• From November 27th through the 30th over 1,000 motorcycles will take part in this event endorsed by the Federación Mexicana de Motociclismo, making it among the top 40 most important events in the country and the 2nd with the highest overall attendance.

The Historic Port of San Blas will host the third edition of the Motomanía San Blas from November 27th through the 30th. This event has positioned San Blas as the top Biker Port in the Pacific and it has become one of the 40 most important events of its kind in the country, endorsed by the Federación Mexicana de Motociclismo.

The yearly increase of participants has been noticeable. In 2012 there were over 600 motorcycles; this year there will be over 1,000 motorcyclists riding in from over 10 states: San Luis Potosí, Jalisco, Distrito Federal and Nuevo Leon, just to mention a few. This is why today it’s the second event with the highest attendance in the country.

Román Paz Mondragón, President of the Ovejas Negras Moto Club and lead organizer of the event, mentioned that the end purpose of the event is to promote and create awareness of San Blas with motorcycle enthusiasts on a domestic level.

The welcome party takes place on Thursday so riders can relax after their long voyages; the esplanade along the dock (to one side of the ex-customs building) will be set up for camping with free WiFi. It’s also the location of Friday’s exhibits and music concerts.

The beach party starts on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at El Borrego beach; afterwards attendants can take souvenir photos at La Contaduría at 6 p.m. The evening’s events come to a close on the main plaza courtesy of Jalisco’s Acrobatic Squadron.

The activities end with drag races on the runway. During the event visitors will be able to enjoy a variety of activities that will engage the local economy, including walks, tours and restaurant and commerce recommendations.

“We’ like to thank the Riviera Nayarit CVB, because without their help we wouldn’t have been able to hold the event; their support was key to the entire event,” commented Paz Mondragón.

The event has certainly gained more prestige and importance over the years, especially in terms of organization and security. Thanks to its membership with the Federación Mexicana de Motociclismo, the participants are insured with respect to road accidents and the like.

For more information, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Motomania-SAN-BLAS/1465744890334658?fref=ts.

EL PASO, TX — UTEP will spend the week of Thanksgiving in beautiful Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, while competing in the 2014 Hardwood Tournament of Hope from Nov. 25-27.

UTEP basketball teammates Stacie Telles and Daeshi McCants grew up in the shadow of Mexico. But, it's always been a place seen and not heard.

"I went to Juárez when I was little, I haven't been recently," said El Pasoan Telles, a Burges High School graduate.

"One time," said McCants, a Mayfield High School graduate from Las Cruces. "I was a lot younger."

Those two and their teammates will get a look at a place much different from Juárez this Thanksgiving as they head to the Pacific resort city of Puerto Vallarta for the 2014 Hardwood Tournament Of Hope. Puerto Vallarta is 760 miles virtually straight south of El Paso.

Puerto Vallarta, Jal.-Great expectations caused the realization of 5 Race For Children's Health, “Niños corriendo por niños”, with the aim of promoting physical activation, sport and healthy habits for the benefit of the Municipal hostel for boys Vida Nueva, CANICA Association which supports the treatment of children with cancer and the Association Dives in Misericordia of Ixtapa.

Under the coordination of the Board of Trustees of the hostel, the municipality of Puerto Vallarta and the participation of important companies.


Taking part categories: 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 12 and 13 to 15 years girls and boys by the program “Moviendo a tu familia”, the director of Social development, Arturo Dávalos Peña, was commissioned to give exit to the runners on behalf of the municipal President Ramon Guerrero Martinez. Taking care of the order and safety of the participants, therefore, children ran on the athletics track, while elders did on the Avenue, during the recreational pathway. 

Parents, coaches and teachers from different schools and the community in general, enjoyed the enthusiasm and excitement that was experienced in each competition, where children and young people did their best to win a medal, in the case of second and third places; with a trophy for the first places, in addition to great prizes as tablets Xbox, bicycles, skateboards, as well as vouchers redeemable for tennis and gifts

The awards were presented by Arturo Dávalos Peña on behalf of the municipal Government of Puerto Vallarta; Francisco Pérez, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Vida Nueva hostel and all its Committee; Caty Garber, President of the race; Celina Lomelí on behalf of the Deputy Rafael González Reséndiz, as well as by the representatives of the various companies who donated these gifts for the winners.

"Everything was excellent. They took care of many details and safety for our children. We are very happy because this encourages our children to be competitive and also solidarity with other small and fewer favourable situations," said Mrs. Yesenia Méndez, mother of Juan Carlos and Lizeth 10 and 7 years old.

In the end, they thanked all parents for promoting and supporting the children of the Alas de Águila Foundation, the boys scouts of Puerto Vallarta, and the staff of Rotary Kids, who supported in logistics in conjunction with DIF systems

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Mexico City is set to host the 2015 International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Powerlifting Americas Open Championships, replacing the original host city of Guadalajara.

The decision to move the location was made via an agreement with the IPC and Mexican Paralympic Committee, the latter claiming that that they could resource and organise the competition more effectively in the capital.

The Championships is due to be held between April 26 and 29 and will be open to all countries in an effort to provide more opportunity to qualify for Rio 2016.

"The decision to stage the Championships in Mexico City was taken in response to discussions with the Mexican Paralympic Committee, who felt that they could resource and organise the competition more effectively there," said Xavier Gonzalez, IPC chief executive.

"They believe that they can secure more support from Government to develop a dedicated Local Organising Committee and there has also been an increased interest from sponsors and broadcasters.

"In the year before the first Paralympic Games takes place in South America at Rio 2016, as well as ahead of August's 2015 Parapan American Games in Toronto, Canada, it is vital that we support National Paralympic Committees in the Americas with their endeavours to organise the best competitions possible."

Amalia Perez is one of the most prolific Mexican Paralympians with a gold medal from London 2012 and Beijing 2008 ©Getty Images

In line with the IPC's efforts to qualify more athletes to Rio, the event will see a change to the number of athletes countries can enter.

This change will mean that National Paralympic Committees can submit a maximum of 15 male and 15 female lifters spread across the 10 weight categories in both junior and senior competitions.

But there still must not be more than two competitors from any particular country in a single event.

In September 2014, IPC Powerlifting announced two other regional competitions in Asia and Europe for 2015.

The 2015 IPC Powerlifting Asian Open Championships is scheduled to be held in Almaty, Kazakhstan, from July 26 until 30, for what will be the first IPC Powerlifting competition in the country, whilst the European Championships is due to take place in Eger, Hungary, between November 24 and 28.

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• Ninety golfers from the United States, Canada and Mexico will welcome in the high season during this fantastic tournament held at the Flamingos Golf Club.

The Flamingos Golf Club will kick off the high season on November 22nd with the 2nd Welcome To The Riviera Nayarit Golf Tournament, a mixed competition with an A-Go Go format and great prizes to incentivize participants.

Ninety golfers from the United States, Canada and Mexico will participate in the competition, which is offering a $2,500 USD prize for a hole-in-one at the 16th hole and a golf cart to whoever does the same at the 6th hole. There will also be prizes in kind for the “Oh, Yes!” holes.

The tournament is set to start at 9 a.m. right after the participants register, which will cost less than $100 USD with preferential rates for club members.

The registration rate includes a light breakfast, snacks, food, complimentary drinks, a tournament cap plus three hours of Mariachi music at the post-tournament party.

“With this tournament we want to welcome all those tourists and temporary restaurants that come to the Riviera Nayarit to play golf for the winter season and as a result of the efforts set forth by the CVB,” commented Enrique Gómez Javaloyes, Commercial Director of the Flamingos Golf Club.

By the same token, he mentioned the obligation of those involved in the tourism promotion of the region to work together in order for the tourist and/or resident to fulfill and even exceed expectations.

This tournament serves to reinforce the loyalty of golf lovers to the destination. “We believe that by offering them a great experience in our destination we can generate word-of-mouth recommendations that will bring in even more tourists,” added Enrique Gómez.

• Sayulita, the Riviera Nayarit’s Surf Capital, will play host to the top competition in the world of standup paddle and paddleboard from May 10-17, 2015, thanks to the work of the Nayarit MTB and the Riviera Nayarit CVB.

The International Surfing Association (ISA) officially announced on November 12th that the Riviera Nayarit is hosting the 4th World StandUp Paddle and Paddleboard Championship, which will be held from May 10-17, 2015.

This will be the first time that Mexico will host this competition and it will be in Sayulita, the Riviera Nayarit’s Surf Capital, as it’s considered Mexico’s SUP (standup paddle) community.

“We are delighted that Mexico will host the 2015 ISA World StandUp Paddle and Paddleboard Championship in Sayulita,” said ISA President Fernando Aguerre. “It’s the ideal venue for the best SUP Surfers, SUP Racers, and Paddleboarders in the world to gather and compete for Gold.”

It was the Nayarit office of the Mexico Tourism Board (MTB) and the Riviera Nayarit Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) that proposed Sayulita as the host city and brought in the world championship.

“We’re convinced that with this world championship the destination will shine even more on the international stage,” said Marc Murphy, Managing Director of the Riviera Nayarit CVB. “We’re clear that Sayulita is a key component of the positioning of the Riviera Nayarit because of its attraction with the surfers.”

There’s no doubt the participation of the Mexican SUP and Paddleboard team in the first three editions of this championship were a defining factor for it to come to Mexico.

It’s important to point out the Mexican team—which took third place (team) in Peru in 2013—is made up in its majority by athletes that are from or now live in the Riviera Nayarit.

Over 300 of the top men and women athletes from over 30 countries will compete in 11 different disciplines to win team trophies as well as individual medals.

The tournament will include men’s and women’s SUP Surfing, SUP Technical Race, SUP Distance Race, Paddleboard Technical Race, Paddleboard Distance Race and Team Relay Race.

To read the official release, please click here: http://www.isasurf.org/es/2015-isa-world-standup-paddle-paddleboard-championship-take-place-sayulita-mexico-march-22nd-t0-29th/.