Second Annual Home Run Derby a Smash!
In the historic complex named in honor of Damon Runyon, sluggers of all ages converged for the right to be called their age division’s best slugger.
The second annual Home Run Derby saw action taking place on four different field within the complex, with the finals reserved for Hobbs Field.
The winners in each age division were presented with a trophy bat, along with the accolades that come with being a top-notch long ball hitter.
This year, an adult division for men and women was added.
The event was made possible through the assistance of many, including the Colorado State University-Pueblo baseball and softball teams, Pueblo Community College Foundation and representatives, the Runyon Complex staff, the Damon Days Committee, and CSU-P’s REV-89, with finals commentary provided by J.J. Valentine and Tony Wright.
THE CHAMPIONS (2022)
BOYS
9-and-under: Johnathan Cordova
10 and also Grand Champion: Evan Koopman (28 total HRs from first and second rounds)
11: Javid Orozco
12: Tavyn Borgstedt
13: Charlie Ginter
14: Brayden Vigil
GIRLS
12-and-under: Aiyana Breceda
13: Akoya Adams
14: Anna Wollert
ADULTS
New this year, an Adults division for men and women allowed the "big kids" to show off their big swings.
An assistant baseball coach at East and assistant GM at Runyon, Beau Cebulski's massive swing earned him a trophy bat and $100, with Colorado State University-Pueblo softball player Anna Novak-Palomar claiming the women's title (and bat and $100.)
Youth Home Run Derby Photo Gallery
Adult Home Run Derby Photo Gallery
More pictures can be found on the Runyon Fireld Facebook page -- CLICK HERE
