Rebel vs Rebel Walk-Off Thriller in Wheeling: Ryan Patel Helps Lift JP Vegas Gold Over JP Scarlet in All-Star Elimination Showdown

Wheeling, IL – This morning’s JP Sports All-Star elimination game delivered everything a baseball fan could hope for — drama, offense, and a storybook ending. But for followers of the Bartlett Rebels, it was something even more special: teammates Ryan Patel and Gavin Bartlett squaring off on opposing squads in a high-stakes clash.

Patel, playing for JP Vegas Gold, got the fireworks started early. In the opening innings of what began as a tightly contested game, he smashed a double to drive in the game’s first run, giving Vegas Gold an early lead and setting the tone for what would be a back-and-forth battle.

Gavin Bartlett, representing JP Scarlet, responded with a strong showing of his own. He went 1-for-2 with a single and a stolen base, sparking momentum for Scarlet as they surged ahead midgame and eventually built what looked like a comfortable lead.

But Vegas Gold wasn’t done.

Down to their final inning and trailing by a run, the squad mounted a comeback for the ages. With the pressure high and the bats hot, Vegas Gold rallied — ultimately walking it off in dramatic fashion for a 9-8 victory, punching their ticket to the next round and sending their dugout into celebration.

Ryan Patel finished the game 1-for-2 with an RBI double and a key role in the team’s comeback effort. Gavin Bartlett’s performance was equally solid, contributing both offensively and on the basepaths in a game that showcased both Rebels’ skill and grit.

It was a win for Vegas Gold, but a proud moment for the Bartlett Rebels program — two teammates shining on a big stage, pushing each other, and delivering a game that’ll be remembered long after the tournament ends.