The Fall 2025 season of Stonewall Ultimate concluded under dramatic skies on Wednesday, November 5, with an evening of weather delays, intense matchups, and a community-focused awards ceremony that reflected the spirit and strength of the league.
Finals Night began with a weather delay as heavy rain and wind swept through the area, pushing the start time back by 30 minutes. Once the skies cleared, the lights came on, a full moon rose, and play resumed on the fields with renewed energy and focus.
Three placement games capped off the season. In the 5th and 6th place match, the Kpop Demon Huckers delivered a decisive 11–5 win over the Ultimate Furbys, finishing their season on a high note. The third and fourth place contest between the Disc-O Ballers and Isaly’s Chipped Hammers was closely contested, with the Ballers securing a 6–4 victory.
The championship match between Backhanded Compliments and the Scoober Goobers drew the evening’s largest crowd. Both teams came out strong, but the Goobers maintained control throughout the second half to take the title with a 12–8 win. A standout moment came during a drawn-out second-half point that showcased both teams’ skill, endurance, and strategic depth.
Following the final game, the league held its annual Ulti Awards Ceremony to honor players and teams who stood out throughout the season. The awards highlighted not only athletic performance but also leadership, sportsmanship, and community engagement.
The Ultimate Furbys were named Fan Favorite for their positive energy, creativity, and sideline support. The Disc-O Ballers received the Best Teamwork Award, noted for their cohesion and strategic play. The Scoober Goobers were recognized with the Spirit of the Game Award for their sportsmanship and consistent positivity.
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Individual awards honored players across a range of categories:
- Funniest Player recipients included Michael Delay (Scoober Goobers), AJ Dunn (Disc-O Ballers), Grace Gullett (Backhanded Compliments), Benjamin Carr “Juniper” (Ultimate Furbys), and Cassie Lloyd (Isaly’s Chipped Hammers).
- Individual Spirit Award honorees were Katie Schrieber, Jack Haser, Brian Sapp, Nicole Close, Rachel Greenwald, and Josh Owens “Rybo.”
- Most Improved awards went to Andrew Thorpe, Frederick Rak III “Flanowa,” Kyle Lehman, Ron Debiec, Andy Balko, and Kelly Kuzemchak.
- Most Radical Player included Adam Butchy, Jacob Field, Randy Kirk, Matthew Jenkins, Gregory Close, and Elliot Knight “Kepler.”
- MVP Awards were presented to Shane Carter, Steve Estes, Eric Clouse, Zachary Rice, Julia Buss, and Emily King.
- Rookie of the Season recognitions went to Lindsay Miller-Clark, Ryan Newsome “Sasha,” Paola Vizcaino, Brandon Des Jardin, Corey Wrigley, and Alyssa Juergens.
Stonewall Ultimate continues to serve as both an athletic league and a vital part of Pittsburgh’s queer community. With another season behind them, players now look ahead to what comes next: new teams, new matchups, and more opportunities to play with purpose.
