After 12 years, Shawn Finecey is an Ultimate Hoops Arizona State Champion

Finecey competing in the Ultimate Hoops Recreational Division in June

Shawn Finecey played in his first Ultimate Hoops League game on January 15, 2009. As a starter for Break Dem Ankles, Finecey scored 12 points to go with seven rebounds and seven assists in an 85-62 loss to Movers & Shakers.

Since then, Finecey has scored over 5,000 career points, 1,400 rebounds and 1,200 assists. He currently ranks sixth on the Scottsdale Open Division All-Time Scoring List.

Despite winning six league championships in his 12-year Ultimate Hoops League career, the biggest prize, the Ultimate Hoops Arizona State Championship, has eluded Finecey’s grasp.

Last week, Finecey finally secured his elusive State Championship as a member of Below The Rim. Finecey scored 16 points and eight assists in BTR’s 73-70 win over ACLU to win the 2021 Recreational Division Spring Season State Championship.

“This team has heart,” said Finecey in a LIVE interview after the win. “When we show up, we win.”