Seams, Gabbert, and Peyatt Headline 2025 Spring League Awards as Rupert Wranglers and Team Elite Finish Atop Standings

The 2025 spring basketball season wrapped up with the Rupert Wranglers and Team Elite both finishing with impressive 9-1 records, capping off a fiercely competitive year. As teams battled for playoff positioning, individual stars stepped up to deliver memorable performances, earning recognition in this season’s league awards.

 

Adam Seams Shines for Spartan Pride
Spartan Pride, finishing with a solid 6-4 record, was led by Adam Seams, who claimed both the Regular Season MVP and Offensive Player of the Year awards. Seams’ leadership and consistent scoring made him the standout player of the spring and the driving force behind his team’s winning campaign.

 

Eric Peyatt Anchors Team Elite’s Defense
Team Elite tied for the league’s best record at 9-1, thanks in part to Defensive Player of the Year Eric Peyatt. His effort and intensity on the defensive end helped Team Elite shut down opponents and cement their place as a top contender.

 

Damien Dixon Energizes Rupert Wranglers Off the Bench
With a league-leading 9-1 record, the Rupert Wranglers found a spark in Sixth Man of the Year Damien Dixon. Dixon’s production and hustle off the bench proved vital in tight games, giving the Wranglers a crucial edge.

 

Chris Gabbert Leads The Rockets’ New Core
Despite The Rockets finishing 2-8, rookie sensation Chris Gabbert shone brightly, taking home Rookie of the Year honors. Gabbert, alongside fellow All-Rookie teammates Kaleb Hamrick, Tyrie Walker, Christian Geiser, and Jacob Christie, gave Rockets fans plenty of reasons for optimism in the seasons ahead.

 

Matthew Thomas Recognized for Heart and Hustle
Matthew Thomas of the Hill City Hoopers (4-6) was awarded the Heart and Hustle Award, celebrated for his relentless effort and leadership on and off the court.

 

All-Star Selections Represent Top Teams
This season’s First Team All-Stars included

Brayden McClung (Rupert Wranglers), Adam Seams (Spartan Pride), Colin Odell (Rupert Wranglers), Damien Tunstalle (Team Elite), and Brandon Gwinn (Team Elite)—a group featuring the best from the league’s top squads.

The Second Team featured Travis McClintic (Spartan Pride), Kaiden Huffman (Team Elite), Aj Walker (Jabbawockeez), Chase McClung (Rupert Wranglers), and Bryce Grant (Hill City Hoopers).

 

Final Standings:
Rupert Wranglers: 9-1
Team Elite: 9-1
Spartan Pride: 6-4
The Jabbawockeez: 5-5
Hill City Hoopers: 4-6
The Dynasty: 3-7
Water Works: 2-8
The Rockets: 2-8

 

All Eyes on the Semifinal Rematch: Spartan Pride vs. Rupert Wranglers

The excitement of the regular season now gives way to playoff basketball, with a highly anticipated semifinal showdown set for June 22 at 5:00pm between Spartan Pride and the Rupert Wranglers. This game is more than just a battle for a spot in the finals—it's a rematch of last year’s unforgettable semi-final series, which went the full three games and saw Game 3 stretch into an epic four overtimes. Many still talk about that clash as one of the greatest series in league history.

Will Rupert Wranglers find redemption this year, or will the Spartans once again outlast their rivals? With Team Elite already waiting in the championship game, this semi-final promises to deliver drama, intensity, and top-tier basketball.

Don’t miss your chance to witness history—come out and support your team and see who will earn their shot at the title!