Deportivo Viedma
Wikipedia - Club Alianza Viedma
Club Alianza Viedma, renamed as Ceferino Alianza Viedma for sponsorship reasons, is an Argentine basketball club from the city of Viedma, Río Negro. One of the newest clubs in Argentina, it was founded in 2009 and the team currently plays at the Torneo Nacional de Ascenso, the second division of Argentine basketball league system.
History
In 2009, "Club San Martín", promoted to Liga B, the third division of Argentine basketball. Due to its financial problems to solve the costs for taking part in a senior league, San Martín decided to merge with other two clubs from the city of Viedma, Villa Congreso and Sol de Mayo. The new institution was named "Alianza Viedma" to symbolize the allianz of three clubs.
Just two year after its establishment, Alianza promoted to Torneo Nacional de Ascenso, the second division of Argentine basketball. The club affiliated to Asociación de Básquet Valle Inferior and Federación Rionegrina de Básquet, with the purpose of registering its name officially.
During the 2011-12 season, Alianza reached the semi-finals, where they lost to Argentino de Junín in the 5th. game after two wins for each squad. The team made a great campaign playing at its home venue, where remained unbeaten for 19 consecutive fixtures.
Due to a sponsorship deal, the club changed its name to "Ceferino Alianza Viedma" in July 2012.
Deportivo Viedma has a strong reputation for its talented players and competitive spirit. The team is known for its fast-paced, high-scoring style of play, which is supported by a strong defense. The team's home court is the Polideportivo Ángel Cayetano Arias, which has a seating capacity of 2,500 spectators.
Over the years, Deportivo Viedma has achieved several notable accomplishments, including winning the Liga Argentina de Básquet championship in 2019. The team has also produced several talented players who have gone on to play professionally in Argentina and abroad.
Deportivo Viedma is supported by a passionate fan base, who are known for their enthusiastic support of the team both at home and on the road. The team's colors are blue and white, which are a nod to the colors of the city of Viedma. Overall, Deportivo Viedma is a respected and competitive basketball team that is well-regarded both in Argentina and beyond.