2025-26 ABA Preseason Top 25 Power Rankings
The Gulf Coast Gladiators enter the 2025-26 ABA season ranked #7 in the nation, marking a major step forward for the team and the community they represent. After a strong offseason focused on player development, recruiting key talent, and strengthening their defensive core, the Gladiators are poised to make a deep playoff run.
Last season was filled with valuable lessons and growth. This year, the team is bringing that experience to the court with one clear goal: compete at the highest level and bring a championship to the Gulf Coast.
The Gladiators’ #7 ranking reflects both their hard work and the respect they’ve earned across the league. But rankings are just the beginning. The real test will come when the team faces some of the ABA’s top contenders in a season packed with tough matchups and high stakes.
Fans can expect a thrilling season full of fast-paced action, community-driven events, and a renewed focus on building a lasting legacy.
The countdown to tip-off has begun, and with a Top 10 national ranking, the Gladiators are ready to prove they belong among the ABA’s elite.
This is more than basketball, it’s about pride, purpose, and pushing the Gulf Coast to the top



