(Leah Hogsten | The Salt Lake Tribune) Soni Imanizabayo, 18, of South Jordan is all smiles as he walks out of the Jazz locker room with a bag of clothing intended for Jazz basketball player Donovan Mitchell on Thursday. The Utah Jazz rewarded 17 local kids who are making an impact in the community with a Jazz locker room raid at Vivint Arena,Thursday, June 30, 2022. Each winner was nominated by a family member, peer or friend for their exemplary behavior, giving back to the community and showcasing kindness and inclusivity.
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