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Frank Gennario’s home illustrates love for Diamondbacks, 2001 World Series
- Frank Gennario has attended all but six Diamondbacks home games across 29 seasons, including the pivotal 2001 World Series clincher against the Yankees.
- The World Series shrine in his home showcases front pages, a padded outfield wall panel, a game-used base, and autographs from the 2001 Diamondbacks roster.
- The rooms in the home are organized by Diamondbacks color schemes, including purple/teal and Sedona Red, reflecting the team’s history.
- Frank’s son Tony Gennario works for the Diamondbacks, continuing a family legacy intertwined with the team.
- The story notes Frank’s dedication, including missing three of six home games for his son’s wedding, highlighting family as part of his fan experience.
- The feature is part of Cronkite News’ series looking back at the Diamondbacks’ 2001 World Series win and republished under a Creative Commons license.
- The collection includes a World Series room, a purple-and-teal room, and a Sedona Red room, each dedicated to different eras of Diamondbacks history.
- Tony Gennario describes his father’s fandom as incredible and notes the family’s shared love of the team across generations.
- Cronkite News emphasizes the 2001 title’s significance for Arizona and its broader cultural impact on baseball in the Valley.
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