Ada High School Cougars Aim for Playoff Return

Veteran core and talented newcomers expected to lead turnaround after down year

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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After a 5-10 season in 2025, the Ada High School boys soccer team is looking to bounce back in 2026 behind an experienced senior class and an influx of talented freshmen. Head coach Larry Morgan expects the Cougars to make a strong push for the playoffs this season.

Why it matters

Ada High School has been a consistent playoff contender in recent years, making the playoffs in 2023 and 2024 after a down year in 2025. The Cougars' return to form this season could signal a return to their status as one of the top programs in Class 4A.

The details

The Cougars will be led by versatile senior Steven Stout and experienced goalkeeper Ben Rhynes, who is entering his fourth season as the starter. Sophomore Edwin Vasquez, who scored 15 goals as a freshman, is expected to build on his breakout campaign. The Cougars also welcome a talented group of freshmen, including standout kicker David Stout, who will contribute in the midfield.

  • The Cougars open their home schedule on Thursday, March 5, 2026 against Atoka.
  • Ada will compete in District 4A-1 against Ardmore, Bethany, Cache, Chickasha, Community Christian, Harrah and Madill.

The players

Larry Morgan

The head coach of the Ada High School boys soccer team.

Steven Stout

A versatile senior leader for the Cougars.

Ben Rhynes

The experienced starting goalkeeper for the Cougars, entering his fourth season in net.

Edwin Vasquez

A sophomore who emerged as one of the top freshmen in Class 4A last season, scoring 15 goals.

David Stout

A talented freshman who was a standout kicker for the football team last fall and will contribute in the midfield.

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What they’re saying

“With a very strong senior class and a plethora of new freshmen talent, I expect us to bounce back and make a strong push for the playoffs again this season. Last year was a down year by our standards.”

— Larry Morgan, Head Coach (The Ada News)

“Steven is probably our most talented technical player, while goalkeeper Ben Rhynes is the best keeper in our district. This will be his fourth consecutive season in the net for the Cougars, and his experience is invaluable.”

— Larry Morgan, Head Coach (The Ada News)

“Edwin looks to build off his 15 goals from last season. Seniors Bryce Wood and Erik King will anchor the defense alongside junior Gabriel Velasquez.”

— Larry Morgan, Head Coach (The Ada News)

What’s next

The Cougars will open their home schedule on Thursday, March 5, 2026 against Atoka as they look to make a strong push for the playoffs in District 4A-1.

The takeaway

After a down year in 2025, the Ada High School boys soccer team is poised for a bounce-back season in 2026 thanks to an experienced senior class and an influx of talented newcomers. If the Cougars can build on their recent playoff appearances, they could re-establish themselves as one of the top programs in Class 4A.