The Puerto Rico Interuniversity Athletic League (LAI) expressed its condolences for the passing of Luis Dieppa Roque, an educator, coach, and sports leader who directed the athletics program at the former Turabo University and presided over the Puerto Rico Athletics Federation. Dieppa Roque served as a professor and director of the athletics program at Turabo University, now part of the Ana G. Méndez University System, and under his leadership, the Taínos won multiple championships and runner-up titles in the women’s and men’s divisions of the LAI.
The league highlighted his dedication, discipline, and commitment to his work, as well as his defense of sports as a tool for human formation and growth. Dieppa Roque also served as president of the Puerto Rico Athletics Federation, continuing his service to Puerto Rican athletics. The LAI extended its condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, student-athletes, and the country’s sports community.