Columbus East Baseball Upsets No. 9 Madison 5-2

Ryker Stott Tosses Complete Game Gem for Olympians

Apr. 16, 2026 at 6:03am

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In a statement performance, the Columbus East high school baseball team defeated Class 3A No. 9 Madison 5-2 on Wednesday night. Ryker Stott delivered a dominant complete game on the mound, while the Olympians rallied with a four-run fourth inning to overcome an early 2-0 deficit.

Why it matters

This win showcases Columbus East's ability to compete with and defeat one of the top teams in Class 3A, providing a significant boost of confidence as the Olympians prepare for the rest of their season.

The details

Madison struck first with two runs in the second inning, but Stott quickly settled in and took control on the mound, working all seven innings and allowing just three hits and two unearned runs. In the fourth inning, the Olympians flipped the game with a four-run rally, sparked by a two-run triple from Bige Asher. Columbus East added an insurance run in the fifth inning to secure the 5-2 victory.

  • The game took place on Wednesday, April 16, 2026.

The players

Ryker Stott

The Columbus East pitcher who delivered a complete game gem, allowing just three hits and two unearned runs while striking out three.

Bige Asher

The Columbus East player who delivered a key two-run triple to spark the Olympians' four-run rally in the fourth inning.

JD Rotert

The Columbus East player who lined an RBI double down the right-field line in the fifth inning to extend the Olympians' lead to 5-2.

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What they’re saying

“This win marks a significant moment for the Olympians, demonstrating their ability to compete with and defeat one of the top teams in Class 3A.”

— Jeremy Giggy, Sports Director, White River Broadcasting

What’s next

The win provides a boost of confidence for Columbus East as they prepare for their next matchup on the road against Greenwood.

The takeaway

Columbus East's statement performance against a highly ranked opponent showcases the team's resilience, execution, and potential to be a factor in the remainder of the high school baseball season.