Building Community Through Sports

In November, Resolution Copper partnered with the Arizona Diamondbacks Baseball Academy to host a free baseball clinic in Whiteriver. Held at Alchesay High School, the event brought together more than 65 young athletes from the White Mountain Apache Little League. Players ages 6–14 spent the day learning from official D-backs coaches through drills, skills stations, and on-field instruction.

This partnership is about more than baseball. It’s about creating opportunities for youth, strengthening community ties, and celebrating the passion for sports that runs deep in our region. We’re proud to support programs that help kids stay active, build confidence, and connect with mentors. Strong communities start with strong opportunities for young people. For us, that means listening, partnering, and investing in programs that help youth thrive, especially in local towns and Native American communities near our operations.
Our commitment goes beyond a single event. We’ve supported initiatives such as:
  • Scholarships for high school graduates pursuing college or trade programs
  • Sparking STEM Learning through STEM learning tools and after-school programs in local schools
  • Cultural education programs
  • Sponsorship of Little League and high school teams
  • Presenting Sponsor of the annual Native American Basketball Invitational, the largest all-Native American high school basketball tournament in the U.S.
  • D-backs STEM Dugout promoting baseball’s connection to science, technology, engineering, and math for kids visiting Chase Field every home game
  • Science of Baseball program, presented by Resolution Copper, offering free workshops for STEM teachers (grades 3–8)
  • Supporting the D-backs Inter-Tribal Youth Baseball and Softball Tournament, giving dozens of Tribal youth the chance to connect and build skills in a game with cultural traditions
Education and sports aren’t just activities. They build confidence, leadership, and pathways to success. When young people have access to resources and mentors, they’re better equipped to shape the future of their communities. By working alongside educators, community and tribal leaders, and parents, we’re helping create opportunities that reflect the values and aspirations of the surrounding communities.