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Hook, Line and Sinker: Fish Sticks Dominate 2025 All-PIL Team with Record 13 Selections

The Pacific International League (PIL) coaches have voted, and the verdict is clear: the 2025 summer season was one for the Fryer. Fresh off their dominant 32–9 championship campaign, the DubSea Fish Sticks completely overwhelmed the postseason awards, reeling in a franchise-record 13 All-PIL selections.

The awards showcase the roster depth that carried the Fish Sticks to the title over the Seattle Studs. Leading the charge for the champions was the ultimate double-threat, Matt Churchill, who captured the League MVP crown while pulling double duty as the All-PIL Utility player. Churchill anchored an explosive offense that led the league with a .815 team OPS and 102 stolen bases, while the DubSea pitching staff locked down a league-best 2.62 team ERA.

While the Fish Sticks grabbed the headlines, the rival Northwest Honkers proved why they were top-tier contenders, claiming seven spots on the roster. The final All-PIL roster highlights the premier summer collegiate talent across the Pacific Northwest:

  • League MVP: Matt Churchill (Fish Sticks)
  • Infielders: Brandon Gonzaga (Fish Sticks), Michael Aikawa (Fish Sticks), and Abiel Gonzalez (Northwest Honkers)
  • Outfielders: Tristan Buehring (Fish Sticks), Jace Rainey (Fish Sticks), Logan Blank (Honkers), Eli Savitt (Honkers), and Josh Parks (Honkers)
  • Catcher: Nathan Woodside (Fish Sticks)
  • Utility: Matt Churchill (Fish Sticks)
  • Starting Pitchers: Kailer Saunders (Fish Sticks), Caden Hodina (Fish Sticks), Brayden Somers (Fish Sticks), Will Woodward (Fish Sticks), and Tanner Boe (Honkers)
  • Relief Pitchers: Zach Hampson (Fish Sticks), Jacob Gabler (Fish Sticks), Alex Combs (Honkers), and Vinny Rein (Honkers)
  • Honorable Mention DH: Hayden Matray (Honkers)