During our visit to Grand Junction in June, we saw first-hand the impact the Rockies have on the Grand Junction community and the surrounding region. That was one of the biggest reasons why the Pioneer League tabbed Grand Junction as its nominee for the prestigious award.
According to the Grand Junction Rockies, the franchise raised more than $100,000 in donations and gifts in kind. Players and administrators appeared in the community with team mascot Corky more than 100 times in 2017.
For the second consecutive year, the Grand Junction Rockies staff and players took part in the Kids Aid backpack program by delivering backpacks of food to school age children each Friday during the summer.