What’s NEXT for Smith’s Ballpark? Our Favorite Proposals.
competition asked Salt Lakers to submit their best ideas for the diamond and parking lot across the street. Host Ali Vallarta joins lead producer Emily Means to break down the proposals and give a temperature check on how Ballpark community members feel about them.
View the finalists and vote for your favorite at BallparkNEXT.com. Winners will be announced May 31, 2023.
Utah Falconz player Lacy Mile’s pitch for a women’s sports complex.
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