Roberto Clemente Awards gallery
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three rivers stadium 1970
Roberto was presented with this trophy from Shell Oil Co. during an on-field ceremony at Three Rivers on July 24, 1970.
It;s inscribed: ”To Roberto Clemente for your brilliant sports work and source of encouragement and inspiration for our youth: The Shell Company Puerto Rico Limited, July 24, 1970".
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
a legacy of more
than just medals
After Roberto’s death, Vera accepted his final Gold Glove Award from Major League Baseball.
It was his 12th award, tying him with Willie Mays for most Gold Gloves awarded to an outfielder.
Photo: JCD Collection
1971 Medalla Puerto Rico
Gold Medallion
Governor Luis A. Ferre presented this medal to Roberto in a special ceremony held in the Salon of the Throne of the Fortress.
Crafted by the Swiss jeweler Huguenin, and featuring the crest of Puerto Rico.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection
Helping people
life's greatest reward
As we celebrate Roberto Clemente's many awards and accomplishments, we want to be sure to acknowledge Roberto's greatest passion: using his platform to be a voice for the voiceless.
Join us today as we bring the Roberto Clemente Foundation into the future. With your help, we can spread Roberto’s legacy of faith, love, and service to thousands of needy people all over the map.
Our focus is on relief efforts for areas stricken by recent disaster, long-term poverty, or both. We rely on partnership with people like you that loved Roberto and what he stood for.
Photo: Clemente Family Collection