Celebrating Excellence
In May the Juneau‑Douglas High School Crimson Bears basketball team gathered for an awards banquet to mark a season that concluded with a 15‑12 record and a Region V championship after defeating Ketchikan for the title.
Elias Dybdahl was selected as Most Valuable Player, recognizing his all‑around production that included 12 points, 10 rebounds, two assists, a block and a steal per game.
Noah Ault earned the Coaches’ Award for his positive attitude and growth mindset, while Brandon Casperson received the George Houston Award, the program’s highest honor, for embodying the team’s ideals and values.
Tyler Frisby was celebrated with both Best Defense and Most Hustle awards for his ability to shut down opponents, and Joren Gasga took the Most Inspirational honor for his vocal leadership and scoring.
Micah Nelson received the Most Improved award after emerging from a last‑minute addition to a dependable contributor, and Logan Carriker was named Best 3‑point Marksman, shooting .379 from beyond the arc.
Kurt Kuppert earned the Toughness Award for drawing the most charges, highlighting the gritty spirit that defined the squad.
The ceremony also paid tribute to the coaching staff, student managers and the broader community whose support helped the Bears navigate a challenging schedule.