Co-founders, Nolan Gilbert and Connor Moore have always shared a passion for sport that transcends the boundaries of the ball field. Both participated in high-level athletics (football, baseball, track & field) in high school and Nolan went on to play baseball collegiately as a pitcher and outfielder.

After college, they both joined the Helena community as wildland firefighters for the Montana DNRC in 2020. It was there that they discovered their shared desire to support the community further through sports. They envisioned a place where aspiring athletes could receive top-notch training while also learning the values of teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship. This vision became a reality when they created Granite Peak Athletics.