Sport in the Dominican Republic Sport in the Dominican Republic Sports are a central part of the culture of the Dominican Republic, and have been practiced in the whole territory since the native inhabitants were living in the island. Sports play a key role in the culture and makeup of Dominican Republic society. Baseball is the most popular sport on the island and Major League Baseball has been recruiting players from the Dominican Republic since the 1960s. Association football is the second sport of the country. Baseball is the most popular sport in the Dominican Republic today. After the United States, the Dominican Republic has
Hugh Roberts (soccer) Hugh Roberts (soccer) Hugh Roberts (born September 27, 1992) is an American soccer player. Roberts played college soccer at George Mason University between 2010 and 2013. While at college, Roberts played for USL PDL club Baltimore Bohemians during their 2012 and 2013 seasons. Roberts signed with USL Pro club Richmond Kickers on March 7, 2013. After three seasons with the Kickers, Roberts became a regular starter on the backline making 79 total appearances and scoring twice. During the 2016 season, Roberts was named to the USL All-League First Team. Roberts signed with USL club Bethlehem Steel FC on December 22,