Orange Vista Boys Basketball 2025 Season Recap: League Champions and Building Momentum with Coach Shamont Brown
The 2025 winter season was one to remember for Orange Vista High School’s Boys Varsity Basketball team. Under the guidance of Head Coach Shamont Brown, the team not only met expectations but exceeded them—finishing the season undefeated in league play and securing the league championship with a dominant 10-0 record.
In this exclusive recap as part of our 2025 Winter Season Article Series, Coach Brown shared an inside look at the players, moments, and mindset that defined this championship run and what lies ahead for the Coyotes basketball program.
Key Contributors Who Powered the Championship Season
Orange Vista’s success this year was built on a roster that combined experience, emerging talent, and unrelenting effort. At the center of it all was senior guard Henry Washington, the team’s heartbeat on both ends of the floor. Averaging 13.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 2.5 steals per game, Washington consistently set the tone with his all-around play and leadership.
Joining him was junior Adrian Viray, whose 12.2 points per game and infectious energy gave the team a midseason spark. According to Coach Brown, Viray’s arrival “changed the energy and tenacity we played with,” elevating the team’s intensity and confidence.
Sophomore big man Eric Wooten had a breakout year, averaging 10.7 points and a team-high 8.9 rebounds per game, while also protecting the paint with 1.4 blocks per contest. His presence in the post brought balance and toughness to the lineup.
Two more key contributors rounded out the starting core: senior Brandon Suttle (9.4 PPG, 3.5 AST) and junior Tommy Smith (9.4 PPG), both of whom showed poise in clutch moments and made critical plays throughout the season.
Regular Season Dominance: 12 Straight Wins and a Undefeated League Run
Coach Brown had plenty of praise for how his team performed across the regular season. “It went great,” he said. “We were fortunate enough to win the league championship undefeated 10-0, with a 12-game winning streak.”
This run wasn’t a fluke. Orange Vista deliberately challenged themselves early on, taking on some of Southern California’s elite programs such as Roosevelt (Eastvale), St. Francis (La Cañada), Damien (La Verne), and Rancho Verde (Moreno Valley). These tough non-league battles sharpened the team’s focus and exposed them to high-level competition—valuable experience that paid dividends during the league season.
It was this preparation, combined with chemistry and grit, that allowed the Coyotes to assert their dominance in league play. Week after week, they demonstrated why they were the class of their division.
Breakout Players Who Rose to the Occasion
Every successful season includes players who seize their moment—and this year, three Orange Vista athletes elevated their games. Tommy Smith, Dylan Avila, and Brandon Suttle all emerged as crucial pieces as the season wore on.
Coach Brown highlighted how each of them “stepped up this year to help the team in some really tough games.” Whether it was knocking down key shots, locking up opponents on defense, or simply making smart plays, these players consistently rose to the occasion when it mattered most.
Adversity and Accountability: A Team-First Mentality
Injuries, tough losses, and internal challenges are part of every season. What set this Orange Vista team apart was their response. “All year we preached consistency and mental toughness,” said Coach Brown. “Our philosophy was that we win together and lose together—no one player over the program.”
This team-first approach created a resilient culture. Even when adversity struck from within, the Coyotes never let distractions derail their goals. They stayed focused on the mission: winning the league title—and they accomplished it with unity and composure.
Senior Leadership That Set the Standard
Coach Brown was quick to credit his senior class for instilling the values that drove the team forward. “They brought a sense of urgency and tough competitiveness to each game,” he said.
Players like Henry Washington and Brandon Suttle not only led statistically but set the tone in practice and in games. Their leadership created a standard for younger players to follow—one that will shape the identity of the program in years to come.
What’s Next: A Future Full of Promise
While Orange Vista will graduate five seniors, three of whom were starters, the program’s future remains bright. Coach Brown is enthusiastic about the group returning for the 2025–26 campaign.
“The guys we have returning are really good and look forward to the opportunity to finish where we left off,” he said.
The offseason will be critical in continuing the development of underclassmen like Eric Wooten, while juniors like Adrian Viray and Tommy Smith will be expected to step into even larger leadership roles. Their contributions next year will be crucial in maintaining the program’s upward trajectory.
Offseason Goals: Toughness in the Paint and Team Defense
As for offseason priorities, Coach Brown is laser-focused on two key areas: developing the inside game and defensive cohesiveness. While the Coyotes boasted strong guard play this season, expanding their dominance in the paint and defending more effectively as a unit will take them to the next level.
“We’re looking to improve our inside game and defending the ball as a unit,” Brown emphasized. The groundwork has already begun, and with the work ethic this team has shown, it’s only a matter of time before those improvements translate on the court.
Final Thoughts: A Championship Culture in the Making
The 2025 season was more than just a winning campaign for Orange Vista—it was a statement. The Coyotes didn’t just win—they dominated their league, built depth, overcame adversity, and established a culture of toughness, humility, and accountability.
With leaders like Coach Shamont Brown at the helm and a roster filled with young, hungry talent, the foundation has been laid for sustained success. The road ahead looks promising, and Orange Vista basketball is clearly a program on the rise.
Fans can follow player stats and updates on MaxPreps.com, but the real story of this season can’t be captured by numbers alone. It’s in the hustle plays, the locker room leadership, and the championship mentality that now defines Orange Vista basketball. And if 2025 was any indication, the best is yet to come.
 and junior Tommy Smith (9.4 PPG), both of whom showed poise in clutch moments and made critical plays throughout the season.
Regular Season Dominance: 12 Straight Wins and a Undefeated League Run
Coach Brown had plenty of praise for how his team performed across the regular season. “It went great,” he said. “We were fortunate enough to win the league championship undefeated 10-0, with a 12-game winning streak.”
This run wasn’t a fluke. Orange Vista deliberately challenged themselves early on, taking on some of Southern California’s elite programs such as Roosevelt (Eastvale), St. Francis (La Cañada), Damien (La Verne), and Rancho Verde (Moreno Valley). These tough non-league battles sharpened the team’s focus and exposed them to high-level competition—valuable experience that paid dividends during the league season.
It was this preparation, combined with chemistry and grit, that allowed the Coyotes to assert their dominance in league play. Week after week, they demonstrated why they were the class of their division.
Breakout Players Who Rose to the Occasion
Every successful season includes players who seize their moment—and this year, three Orange Vista athletes elevated their games. Tommy Smith, Dylan Avila, and Brandon Suttle all emerged as crucial pieces as the season wore on.
Coach Brown highlighted how each of them “stepped up this year to help the team in some really tough games.” Whether it was knocking down key shots, locking up opponents on defense, or simply making smart plays, these players consistently rose to the occasion when it mattered most.
Adversity and Accountability: A Team-First Mentality
Injuries, tough losses, and internal challenges are part of every season. What set this Orange Vista team apart was their response. “All year we preached consistency and mental toughness,” said Coach Brown. “Our philosophy was that we win together and lose together—no one player over the program.”
This team-first approach created a resilient culture. Even when adversity struck from within, the Coyotes never let distractions derail their goals. They stayed focused on the mission: winning the league title—and they accomplished it with unity and composure.
Senior Leadership That Set the Standard
Coach Brown was quick to credit his senior class for instilling the values that drove the team forward. “They brought a sense of urgency and tough competitiveness to each game,” he said.
Players like Henry Washington and Brandon Suttle not only led statistically but set the tone in practice and in games. Their leadership created a standard for younger players to follow—one that will shape the identity of the program in years to come.
What’s Next: A Future Full of Promise
While Orange Vista will graduate five seniors, three of whom were starters, the program’s future remains bright. Coach Brown is enthusiastic about the group returning for the 2025–26 campaign.
“The guys we have returning are really good and look forward to the opportunity to finish where we left off,” he said.
The offseason will be critical in continuing the development of underclassmen like Eric Wooten, while juniors like Adrian Viray and Tommy Smith will be expected to step into even larger leadership roles. Their contributions next year will be crucial in maintaining the program’s upward trajectory.
Offseason Goals: Toughness in the Paint and Team Defense
As for offseason priorities, Coach Brown is laser-focused on two key areas: developing the inside game and defensive cohesiveness. While the Coyotes boasted strong guard play this season, expanding their dominance in the paint and defending more effectively as a unit will take them to the next level.
“We’re looking to improve our inside game and defending the ball as a unit,” Brown emphasized. The groundwork has already begun, and with the work ethic this team has shown, it’s only a matter of time before those improvements translate on the court.
Final Thoughts: A Championship Culture in the Making
The 2025 season was more than just a winning campaign for Orange Vista—it was a statement. The Coyotes didn’t just win—they dominated their league, built depth, overcame adversity, and established a culture of toughness, humility, and accountability.
With leaders like Coach Shamont Brown at the helm and a roster filled with young, hungry talent, the foundation has been laid for sustained success. The road ahead looks promising, and Orange Vista basketball is clearly a program on the rise.
Fans can follow player stats and updates on MaxPreps.com, but the real story of this season can’t be captured by numbers alone. It’s in the hustle plays, the locker room leadership, and the championship mentality that now defines Orange Vista basketball. And if 2025 was any indication, the best is yet to come.)
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