Byng Pirates split series with Ada Cougars

Lane McCarter's strong pitching and hitting leads Byng to victory

Apr. 16, 2026 at 11:27am

A fragmented, geometric painting depicting the motion and energy of a high school baseball game, with overlapping planes of green, red, and silhouetted players.A cubist interpretation of the intense rivalry between the Byng Pirates and Ada Cougars baseball teams, captured in the dynamic geometry of their district matchup.Ada Today

In a key District 4A-5 matchup, the Byng Pirates defeated the Ada Cougars 5-3 on Tuesday night at Stokes Field. Byng pitcher Lane McCarter had a standout performance, shining both on the mound and at the plate to help his team split the series with their rivals.

Why it matters

This game was an important district matchup between two local rivals, the Byng Pirates and Ada Cougars. The outcome impacts the district standings and playoff positioning for both teams as they compete for a spot in the postseason.

The details

McCarter pitched a strong game for Byng, limiting the Cougars' offense and also contributing with his bat, recording key hits to drive in runs for the Pirates. The final score was 5-3 in favor of Byng, evening the season series between the two teams.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 15, 2026.
  • This was a key District 4A-5 matchup between the Byng Pirates and Ada Cougars.

The players

Lane McCarter

The Byng Pirates' starting pitcher and offensive contributor, who had a standout performance in the game.

Byng Pirates

The high school baseball team from Byng, Oklahoma that defeated their rivals, the Ada Cougars, in this district matchup.

Ada Cougars

The high school baseball team from Ada, Oklahoma that lost to their rivals, the Byng Pirates, in this district matchup.

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What’s next

The Byng Pirates and Ada Cougars will likely face off again later in the season as they continue their district schedule and compete for a playoff spot.

The takeaway

This game showcased the intensity of the rivalry between the Byng Pirates and Ada Cougars, with Lane McCarter leading Byng to an important victory that evens the season series between the two teams.