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BSN History: the day “Churumba” Cordero allegedly ordered the lights at “Pachín” Vicens to be turned off in the middle of the Cangrejeros’ celebrations

What really happened after Santurce swept Ponce in the 2003 final? Several protagonists remember the famous event, where the then mayor of the stately city refused to see the visiting team celebrate at his “home”

June 22, 2024 - 7:01 PM

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José "Piculín" Ortiz, center, celebrates with Rolando Hourruitiner (right) and other teammates at the Juan "Pachín" Vicens Auditorium. (TONY ZAYAS)

By José E. Bartolomei Torres

Periodista de Deportesjose.bartolomei@gfrmedia.com

Minutes after the final whistle blew to crown the Cangrejeros de Santurce as the new 2003 National Superior Basketball (BSN) champions, then assistant coach Allans Colón crestfallen as he and the rest of the players made their way to the Leones de Ponce dressing room.