And a huge thank you to Los Angeles Aviators Head Coach Jacob Baumer, Chicago Union and USA Ultimate Player Brandon Van Deusen, and Los Angeles Astra Star Sophie Havranek for coming out to support our championship finals and play some ultimate after!
OAKLAND SPIDERS CLAIM 2025 ULTIMATE FRISBEE CHAMPIONSHIP
The 2025 Zero Period Physical Education Ultimate Frisbee Playoffs came to a dramatic close this week, capping off a thrilling postseason with the Oakland Spiders crowned as champions. With fierce competition across both divisions, the road to the final was anything but easy.
In Division 1, the Oakland Spiders emerged as early favorites after a strong victory over the Atlanta Hustle in the opening round. Their disciplined defense and calculated throws helped them outmatch their opponents with ease. On the other side of the bracket, the Austin Sol proved their strength by defeating the Minnesota Wind Chill in a tightly contested matchup. The Division 1 Championship between the Spiders and the Sol was a high-energy affair, but the Spiders’ teamwork and relentless pace pushed them ahead to secure the title.
Division 2 featured several standout performances as well. The Pittsburgh Thunderbirds upset the New York Empire in a surprising quarterfinal victory, while the Philly Phoenix overpowered the Las Vegas Bighorns with sharp offense and solid field awareness. The Division 2 Championship saw the Phoenix continue their dominant run, defeating the Thunderbirds and claiming their spot in the final showdown.
The championship match between the Oakland Spiders and Philly Phoenix was the culmination of weeks of hard-fought games and rising tension. Both teams came in riding strong momentum, but it was the Spiders who took control of the game early on. With precise passing, strategic spacing, and unwavering focus, Oakland maintained their lead and sealed the win against a resilient Phoenix squad.
In the end, the Oakland Spiders stood alone at the top, earning the title of 2025 Ultimate Frisbee Champions and etching their name in Zero Period P.E. history.