Kelvin Torve, a former MLB player and coach, has been inducted into the South Dakota Sports Hall of Fame and is currently the head coach of Rapid City Post 22 baseball team.

By the Numbers
  • Kelvin Torve played 13 seasons at the professional level and spent 3 years in Major League Baseball.
  • He returned to Rapid City in 2016 and has led the Hardhats to three state titles as head coach.
  • Torve was born in Rapid City in 1960 and played for the Hardhats during high school before a successful college baseball career.
State of Play
  • Torve is currently preparing for his sixth season as the Hardhats' skipper.
  • He expressed excitement about the upcoming baseball season and the quality of his lineup.
Bottom Line

Kelvin Torve's induction into the South Dakota Sports Hall of Fame and his successful coaching career exemplify his dedication to baseball and his impact on the Rapid City community.