The Luis Javier Basketball Trophy now has a date: Saturday, September 26 at 7:00 pm at the Municipal Sports Center of Herencia, where the two local clubs, Herencia Basket and Herencia CB, will face each other once again. The City Council presented a new edition of the tournament on Thursday morning, which, during the Fair, is much more than just a game.
Key points in 20 seconds
- What: Luis Javier Basketball Trophy.
- When: Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 7:00 pm.
- Where: Municipal Sports Center of Herencia.
- Who’s playing: Herencia Basket against Herencia CB.
A derby with history
The trophy is named after Luis Javier and, as the City Council itself recalls, it is a very special event because of what it symbolizes for basketball in Herencia and for local sports in general, even more so this year. It has become a fixed event in the sports calendar of the Fair and Festivities of La Merced, and every September it brings together players, families, and fans of both teams in the stands.
The format remains that of a local derby: Herencia Basket and Herencia CB compete for the trophy in a game that, beyond the result, serves to celebrate the good health of basketball in the municipality.
Presentation with family and clubs
The presentation event was attended by the Sports Councillor, Serafín Tajuelo; Basilio Fernández-Caballero, on behalf of the family of Luis Javier; and Juanvi Rodríguez and Miguel Aragonés, representing the two clubs. They all posed with the poster of this edition, which is already circulating on social media and in local businesses.
The City Council encourages residents to fill the sports center on the afternoon of September 26 to support both teams.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Luis Javier Trophy 2026 played?
Saturday, September 26 at 7:00 pm.
Where is it held?
At the Municipal Sports Center of Herencia.
Which teams are participating?
The two local clubs: Herencia Basket and Herencia CB.
Archive photo from a previous edition of the Luis Javier Trophy.
Source: Herencia City Council
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