Spectator Sports

Take Me Out to the Beisbol Game--Baseball has a long, illustrious history in Puerto Rico. Imported around the turn of the 20th century by plantation owners as a leisure activity for workers, beisbol quickly caught fire, and local leagues have produced such major-league stars as Roberto Alomar, Bernie Williams, and the late great Roberto Clemente.

A top-notch league of six teams-featuring many rising professionals honing their skills during the winter months-begins its season in October and plays in ballparks throughout Puerto Rico. Many baseball fans from the U.S. mainland come down specifically to see these teams play. For a chance to see good baseball in a more intimate setting than is afforded in the U.S. major leagues, call Professional Baseball of Puerto Rico (tel. 787/765-6285) for information about professional games and, if available, a schedule.