Bahamas falls to Dominican Rep. in Caribbean Baseball Cup qualifiers

The Bahamas was defeated by the Dominican Republic, 4-1, in the final round of the Caribbean Baseball Cup qualifiers on Sunday. The game, held at the Andre Rodgers Baseball Stadium, saw The Bahamas start strong but falter against a formidable Dominican lineup. The Bahamas took an early lead in the second inning.

Terrell Outtin’s single brought in a run, putting them ahead. However, the Dominican Republic responded decisively in the third inning. Francisco Gonzalez hit a home run to right field, driving in three runs and shifting the momentum to a 3-1 lead for the Dominicans.



The Dominican Republic’s pitching was a key factor in their victory. Rodriguez, who earned the win, pitched one and two-thirds innings without allowing any hits or runs. He struck out three batters and issued no walks, providing a stable presence on the mound.

For The Bahamas, Teagan Coleby pitched four innings in relief, allowing five hits and one unearned run. He struck out three and walked three, delivering a steady performance despite the team’s overall struggle. Dainan Burrows, who started for The Bahamas, took the loss.

He pitched two and one-third innings, giving up three runs on four hits, with no strikeouts and three walks. Jean Luis Garcia opened for the Dominican Republic, conceding one hit and one run over three innings. Although he did not strike out any batters, he managed to control the game with four walks.

The Dominican Republic’s offense was led by Francisco Gonzalez, who was instrumental with three RBIs and two hits in three at-bats. Noel Amaro, Randy Bravo, and Luis Delano Taveras each contributed two hits, showcasing a well-rounded batting effort. The team accumulated siox walks, demonstrating patience at the plate.

The Bahamas concluded the tournament with a 1-4 record. Head coach Geron Sands reflected on the team’s performance, acknowledging the challenges faced. “We didn’t get the outcome that we wanted,” Sands remarked.

“There were bright spots, like the guys wanting to be here. We aim to build this program for better outcomes.” Sands emphasized the need for improvement in pitching, stating, “We need to take it by the head and start the program going.

” He also highlighted the contribution of younger players integrated into the senior team. “They actually played pretty well. They impressed the Bahamian people,” he said.

The youth players are seen as vital for the future, with upcoming events like the World Baseball Classic and the Olympics in mind..