(Grand Forks, ND) \u2013 The Spitfires Softball Team, in partnership with Oxford Realty, is proud to
\nannounce Home Runs for Roots, a new community-driven initiative that connects the excitement of
\nsoftball at Albrecht Field with the long-term growth and sustainability of the Grand Forks community.
\nThrough Home Runs for Roots, every home run hit during the season will result in the planting of a
\nnew tree in the Grand Forks area. For each home run, Oxford Realty will sponsor the planting of
\none tree, creating a meaningful connection between on-field moments and off-field impact.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis initiative is about more than softball,\u201d said Gabby Knopik, Spitfires Marketing Manager. \u201cIt\u2019s
\nabout giving back to the community that supports us and creating something lasting that grows
\nalongside our team.\u201d<\/p>\n
Trees will be planted in collaboration with local parks departments, neighborhood associations, and
\nindividual homeowners. Community members will have the opportunity to nominate yards or public
\nspaces where trees can be planted, allowing fans to quite literally grow with the team throughout the
\nseason.<\/p>\n
The Spitfires will track every home run and tree to be planted through a Home Runs for Roots Tree
\nTracker, available online and displayed through in-stadium signage at Albrecht Field so fans can
\nfollow along on the progress. The tracker will update all season long, showcasing the collective
\nimpact created by players, fans, and community partners.<\/p>\n
At the conclusion of each season, the initiative will culminate in a Home Runs for Roots Tree
\nPlanting Day, a special community event where members of the Spitfires Softball Team and Oxford
\nRealty will come together to plant the trees earned throughout the season.<\/p>\n
\u201cHome Runs for Roots is a unique way to support both local athletics and the long-term beauty and
\nsustainability of our city,\u201d says Roberto Lemus, Spitfires General Manager.<\/p>\n
Additional details about tree nominations, the Tree Tracker, and Tree Planting Day will be
\nannounced throughout this spring and summer. Fans are encouraged to follow the Spitfires on
\nsocial media and visit the team\u2019s website for updates.<\/p>\n
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