Table of Contents
- Postponement of the Basketball Match
- Weather Conditions
- Official Statement
- Team Performance
- Upcoming Matches
A basketball match in Gran Canaria has been postponed due to Storm Emilia, which has caused the closure of sports facilities on the island.
Hurricane-force winds, along with snow and rain, have prompted authorities to advise residents to remain indoors.
Dreamland Gran Canaria’s match against Kosner Baskonia was canceled due to adverse weather conditionsCredit: Alamy
The match will need to be rescheduledCredit: Alamy
Dreamland has confirmed that their Liga Endesa match against Kosner Baskonia, originally set for tonight, has been canceled.
The Gran Canaria Island Council determined that the top-tier game could not proceed due to the severe snowstorm.
Reports indicate that trees have fallen, blocking and closing roads.
Dreamland Gran Canaria issued a statement from the Spanish Basketball League on X .
The statement read: “The Gran Canaria Island Council has announced that the Liga Endesa game between Dreamland Gran Canaria and Kosner Baskonia, scheduled for this evening at 8 PM, cannot be held due to Storm Emilia.
“The Council has mandated the closure of all sports facilities on the island, with no reopening date provided.
“In light of these circumstances, the ACB (Spanish League) has decided to postpone the game, and a new date and time will be communicated soon.”
Dreamland Gran Canaria boasts one EuroCup title and a Spanish Super Cup.
However, they have suffered three consecutive losses, with their latest being a 79-72 defeat against Surne Bilbao on Sunday.
Additionally, Dreamland Gran Canaria has not secured a victory on the court since November 8.
The matchup with Kosner Baskonia was set to be the final game at the Gran Canaria Arena before the year ends.
Dreamland Gran Canaria is expected to return to their home court on January 3, when they face UCAM Murcia.
The team was established in 1963 and is based in Las Palmas, the capital of the island.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was the basketball match postponed?
The match was postponed due to severe weather conditions caused by Storm Emilia, which led to the closure of sports facilities on Gran Canaria.
When will the postponed match be rescheduled?
The new date and time for the rescheduled match will be announced soon by the Spanish Basketball League.
What is Dreamland Gran Canaria's recent performance?
Dreamland Gran Canaria has lost their last three matches and has not won a game since November 8.
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