Lebanon Valley College Alumna Cristina Fernandez Embarks on Professional Basketball Career in Puerto Rico

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Cristina Fernandez, a 2020 Lebanon Valley College graduate, has seized the opportunity of a lifetime to play professional basketball in the Baloncesto Superior Nacional Femenino (BSNF) after being selected by the Criollas de Caguas in the league's combine. Fernandez, a standout player for the LVC Women's Basketball team, will join the league's only returning team, the Criollas de Caguas, in Puerto Rico. The BSNF is the top professional women's basketball league in Puerto Rico, featuring teams with international players, including WNBA and NCAA Division I experience.

Key Takeaways:

  • Cristina Fernandez, a 2020 Lebanon Valley College alumna, has been selected by the Criollas de Caguas in the Baloncesto Superior Nacional Femenino (BSNF) league combine, marking her entry into professional basketball.
  • Fernandez, a standout player for the LVC Women's Basketball team, earned All-Region honors and was named Middle Atlantic Conference Defensive Player of the Year in her senior season.
  • The Criollas de Caguas are one of 10 teams in the BSNF, returning to the league after an 18-year absence, with a roster featuring international players with WNBA and NCAA Division I experience.
  • Fernandez's professional debut is scheduled for August 27, with the team playing against the Explosivas de Moca at the Dr. Juan Sanchez Acevedo Coliseum.
  • Fernandez's goal is to immerse herself in her Puerto Rican heritage, learn the language, build relationships, and gain knowledge to make a positive impact on her community.

Statistics:

  • Fernandez was selected with the sixth pick of the third round by the Criollas de Caguas.
  • The Criollas de Caguas have been out of the BSNF for 18 years.
  • There are 10 teams in the BSNF.
  • Fernandez's first game is scheduled for August 27 against the Explosivas de Moca.
  • The team's first home game is scheduled for September 1 against the Ganaderas de Hatillo.

Sources:

  • Lebanon Valley College Athletics news release