Leones de Ponce

The Leones de Ponce is a baseball team in the Liga de Béisbol Profesional Roberto Clemente (LBPRC). The organization is based in the municipality of Ponce, Puerto Rico. The team plays at the Francisco Montaner Stadium. Contrary to popular belief, the name Leones comes from their team owner being photographed with a whip as if taming lions. At one time, the "legendary" team scored a continuous run of thirteen championships. The team's owner is Héctor “Tito” Gracia, and former baseball player with the Leones himself. The team's colors are red and black. History Early years In 1947, the Leones played against the New York Yankees as part of the eventual World Series champions’ preseason Latin American tour, which featured Ponce defeating the visiting team 12-8. Puerto Rico Baseball League (2008–2012)