Oklahoma High School Basketball - Byng nips Purcell
January 18, 2024: Purcell, OK 73080 Byng Pirates (Ada, OK) backers were pleased Thursday as they saw their basketball squad hold off the host Purcell Dragons (Purcell, OK), 57-54 in a non-league bout.
With the victory, Byng upgrades its record to 7-5 on the campaign. The Pirates travel to Bethany (Bethany, OK) to play the Bronchos in a non-league bout on Friday, January 19. The Bronchos come into the bout with a record of 10-1.
Next up, the Dragons play the Elgin Owls (Elgin, OK) in a non-league bout, on Saturday, January 20. Purcell will attempt to upgrade on its 6-8 season record. The Owls come into the bout with a 6-8 record after their 74-40 non-league win over Dickson (Ardmore, OK).