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Former Oklahoma Softball Stars Announce Major Life Changes

In recent days, the softball world learned of some exciting news about two of its favorite, former Oklahoma Sooners. Sam Landry and Jocelyn Alo have both fulfilled life goals outside of the white lines.

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How Will Oklahoma's Leadership Respond to Patty Gasso's Demand for Higher Standards?

OKLAHOMA CITY — Following Wednesday’s disappointing Bedlam showing, No. 1 Oklahoma is going to have to respond. Patty Gasso found her Sooners’ performance “lethargic” in the 6-4 loss to No.

Jeremiah Newcombe News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 16

DB Jeremiah Newcombe Returned to 'Prove Himself' at Oklahoma

Jeremiah Newcombe has yet to earn a major role for the Sooners. Newcombe, a defensive back, appeared in just three games at cornerback as a true freshman in 2024.

Owen Heinecke News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 16

Oklahoma LB Owen Heinecke's Case for Another Season of Eligibility Reaches Critical Stage Thursday

The immediate future of Oklahoma’s football team — at least the defense — could be affected more by what happens in a Cleveland County courtroom Thursday than what happens in Saturday’s spring game.

Patty Gasso News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 16

Oklahoma 'Lethargic' in Bedlam Loss, but Still Plenty of Room to Learn From Struggles

Patty Gasso’s frustration was evident after Oklahoma’s Bedlam loss on Wednesday at Devon Park. “I feel we came in a little bit lethargic, a little bit like, ‘We got this,’ maybe.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 15

Oklahoma Struggles to Generate Consistent Offense in Bedlam Loss

There was more riding on Wednesday's Bedlam matchup for Oklahoma State than there was for Oklahoma. The Cowgirls, fighting to get into position to host an NCAA Regional, showed plenty of urgency, beating the top-ranked Sooners 6-4 at Devon Park.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 15

Oklahoma’s Offensive and Defensive Lines Driving Each Other’s Growth

It never fails. When you flip on that first regular-season game in late August or early September, the broadcaster usually says something like, “After months of hitting each other, they finally get to hit someone else!” But that time is still a few months away.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / April 15

Inside the Numbers: Breaking Down Bedlam in OKC

Tonight’s Bedlam clash between the No. 1 Oklahoma Sooners and No. 21 Oklahoma State Cowgirls at Devon Park isn’t just another midweek matchup—it’s a statistical…

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 15

Oklahoma Looking to Keep Momentum Rolling Into Bedlam

OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma is simply moving from one rivalry to another. After taking two of three games from Texas over the weekend, the newly minted No.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 14

Oklahoma Adds Former McDonald's All-American Guard

Oklahoma's offseason roster makeover continued with the addition of another former McDonald's All-American. Kansas State transfer Jordan Speiser announced her commitment to the Sooners on her Instagram account Tuesday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 14

How Oklahoma DE Jake Kreul Has 'Learned So Much Football' During Spring Practice

Three months into his time at Oklahoma, defensive end Jake Kreul is confident that he made the right decision. Kreul was one of 25 players who signed with the Sooners as part of their 2026 recruiting class.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 14

Did Oklahoma Rise to top Spot in Polls After Series win at Texas?

After winning two of three in Austin against then-No. 4 Texas, Oklahoma is once again at the top spot in the polls. The Sooners edged out Texas Tech for the top spot in the NFCA/GoRout coaches' poll Tuesday, coming in two points ahead of the Red Raiders, 747-745.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / April 14

Sooners 2027 commit just showed that he can easily make the transition he warned everyone he would make

The Oklahoma Sooners landed 2027 edge rusher Taven Epps, or at least everyone thought he was an edge rusher. He told people he viewed himself more as a linebacker.

John Mateer News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 14

]Oklahoma QB John Mateer has Enjoyed a 'Super Productive' and 'Focused' Spring

There hasn’t been any time for John Mateer to waste over the last few weeks. Mateer, entering his second season as Oklahoma’s starting quarterback, has spent spring ball working on his throwing mechanics and his footwork.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 13

New QB Bowe Bentley Experiencing the 'Dream' of Playing at Oklahoma

Even big time college football players had the same dreams fans do when they were growing up. For Bowe Bentley, prepping for his first Oklahoma Spring Game as a true freshman, the experience feels "surreal." He described the shift: "...

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 13

Three Things to Watch on Defense During Oklahoma’s Spring Game

For the first time of 2026, the Sooners will play in front of fans at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium this week. Oklahoma will play its annual spring game on Saturday after a few weeks of spring practice.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 13

Xzayvier Brown Returning to Oklahoma, per Report

Oklahoma appears to have finished off one of its top offseason priorities. Xzayvier Brown, the Sooners' second-leading scorer this season, has reached a deal to return to Porter Moser's team, according to a report from On3.com.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 13

Oklahoma Lands First Commit Out of the Transfer Portal

Porter Moser and the Sooners are off and running in the transfer portal. Oklahoma earned the commitment from former Louisville forward Khani Rooths, On3's Joe Tipton and OU Insider's Brody Lusk reported on Monday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Softball On SI / April 13

Oklahoma Softball Rises to No.1 in Softball America’s Rankings

For the third consecutive week, a brand new No.1 has taken over the Softball America Top 25 Rankings. The Sooners take the honors after a dominant series win over the reigning national champions, the Texas Longhorns, who now fall four spots down.

Brent Venables News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 13

Why Oklahoma HC Brent Venables is 'Really Excited' About Sooners' RB Depth

The spring has given Oklahoma’s running back newcomers a chance to gain valuable experience. OU coach Brent Venables revealed in March that incoming sophomore Tory Blaylock would miss the entire spring with an undisclosed injury.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / April 13

Sooners could be close to landing another elite TE in the 2027 recruiting class shortly after grabbing the No. 1 TE in Seneca Driver

The Oklahoma Sooners are putting together an elite recruiting class for 2027, and their work on offense is starting to put people on notice. The Oklahoma Sooners have made a big impression on local high school tight end Ben Kolar.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 13

Three Things to Watch on Offense During Oklahoma's Spring Game

Welcome to game week! It’s that time again — Oklahoma’s annual Spring Game is back. After taking a year off for the ill-fated experiment known as the Crimson Combine, the Red-White Game returns to Owen Field this Saturday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / April 13

Oklahoma Lands Former Five Star Norman Product in Transfer Portal

The Oklahoma Sooners' women's basketball team lost quite a bit of talent to graduation and even the transfer portal. Now, help is on the way in the form of former Kansas Jayhawk guard Keeley Parks, who announced on her X account that she is signing with the Sooners after one season in Lawrence.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / April 11

Oklahoma Sooners could end up stealing an elite 2027 recruit right out of a blue-blood’s backyard

The Oklahoma Sooners need another receiver in their 2027 recruiting class, and could end up landing Michigan WR Charles “Tre” Britton III. The Oklahoma Sooners have the No.