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Oklahoma's early exit at the SEC Tournament opened the door for UCLA to take the lead in the home run race. Kendall Wells, who was named the SEC Freshman of the Year on Friday for her outstanding 2026 season, went 0-for-3 with a walk in Thursday's defeat to Georgia, meaning she enters the NCAA Tournament sitting on 36 home runs.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 9

Freshman OL Noah Best is Already Turning Heads at Oklahoma

Oklahoma will head into the 2026 fall with a foundation built on the offensive line. The Sooners retained several key offensive linemen — like Michael Fasusi, Ryan Fodje, Eddy Pierre-Louis, Jake Maikkula and Heath Ozaeta — from their 2026 squad during the offseason.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / May 8

The SEC Didn’t Humble Oklahoma — It Confirmed the Dynasty

There was a theory floating around college softball circles when Oklahoma entered the SEC: the Sooners would finally become mortal. The argument sounded reasonable on…

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 8

No. 24 Oklahoma Shelled in Lopsided Loss to No. 17 Arkansas

The Sooners’ final road series of the 2026 season didn’t start like they hoped it would. No. 24 Oklahoma lost 12-2 to No. 17 Arkansas in seven innings on Friday.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / May 8

Oklahoma Sooners GM Jim Nagy just put everyone on to a player the country should know about by the time the 2026 season ends

The Oklahoma Sooners have one of the most underrated starting offensive lines in the country, and a big reason why is their center. The Oklahoma Sooners are known for having an elite offensive line throughout their history, with Bill Bedenbaugh on the staff.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 8

Oklahoma Lands Commitment from Class of 2026 4-star Shooting Guard, per Report

The Sooners have one less roster spot to fill. Quincy Wadley, a shooting guard from the Class of 2026, committed to Oklahoma on Friday, per a report from On3's Joe Tipton.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 8

Seven Oklahoma Players Earn All-Conference Recognition

Oklahoma’s fingerprints were all over the SEC’s softball awards. Catcher Kendall Wells earned SEC Freshman of the Year honors, and seven Sooners were

Patty Gasso News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 8

'Shellshocked' Oklahoma Looks to Bounce Back After Stunning SEC Tournament Loss

Patty Gasso offered a succinct summary of Oklahoma’s 10-5 loss to Georgia on Thursday in the SEC Tournament. “They shellshocked us,” Gasso said. The Sooners aren’t used to blowing big leads, but they let a five-run lead slip away against the Bulldogs, leaving them to look toward Selection Sunday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 8

No. 24 Oklahoma Looking to 'Continue to Attack' in Series at No. 17 Arkansas

With two weeks left in the regular season, Oklahoma appears to be safely in the NCAA Tournament field. But as far as the Sooners’ regional hosting chances, the margin for error is razor-thin.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / May 8

Historic Collapse: Oklahoma’s SEC Tournament Run Ends in Stunning 10-5 Loss to Georgia

For two innings Thursday night at John Cropp Stadium, Oklahoma looked every bit like the nation’s No. 1 team. The Sooners were loose. Aggressive. Explosive.…

Oklahoma Sooners News / Heartland Sports / May 8

Sooners Stunned: Georgia’s Historic Rally Headlines Chaotic Day 3 of SEC Tournament

The Southeastern Conference spent two days proving the league’s depth. On Thursday night in Lexington, it proved something else entirely: no lead is safe in…

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 7

Oklahoma Sends New Offers to Blue-Chip 2027, 2028 Targets

The Sooners have continued to aim high on the recruiting trail, offering a couple more highly touted prospects from the upcoming classes this week. Consensus 4-star cornerback Brandon Sherrard announced that he received an offer from Oklahoma on Wednesday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 7

Oklahoma Pair on NFCA Freshman of the Year Top 10 List

Oklahoma freshmen Kendall Wells and Kai Minor have been among the best players in college softball this season. So it's no surprise that the pair are both included on the NFCA Freshman of the Year top 10 list.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / May 7

Oklahoma Sooners just got their first sign that they’re going to need to go all in on landing an elite legacy talent

The Oklahoma Sooners need to go after this legacy player very hard, but they also need to remember that there’s still a long way to go until the 2030 recruiting class.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 7

Oklahoma Freshman LB Jacob Curry Ready to Contribute Immediately in 2026

Oklahoma’s linebacker room is in good shape heading into the 2026 season. The Sooners retained Kip Lewis after the 2025 campaign, and Owen Heinecke’s injunction against the NCAA was granted in April, giving him an extra year of eligibility.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 7

Oklahoma Gymnast Faith Torrez Lands Prestigious National Award

By OU Media Relations Oklahoma senior and NCAA all-around champion Faith Torrez was named the Honda Sport Award Winner for gymnastics, the Collegiate Women Sports Award announced Thursday.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 7

Oklahoma Opens SEC Tournament With Georgia Rematch

The next chapter of Oklahoma’s season begins on Thursday. The No. 1 Sooners successfully defended their SEC regular-season title, and the first taste of postseason play will come at the SEC Tournament in Lexington, Ky.

Brent Venables News / A to Z Sports / May 7

Sooners HC Brent Venables went out of his way to mention one true freshman in particular who’s stood out above the rest

The Oklahoma Sooners nailed their 2026 recruiting class, and one true freshman offensive lineman is standing out well above the rest. The Oklahoma Sooners pretty much know what they’re getting on their starting offensive line for 2026.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 6

Sydney Berzon is Carrying Momentum Into the Postseason Following her 'Best Outing' at Oklahoma

Sydney Berzon is entering the postseason hoping to build on one of her best outings of the season. In the second game of Saturday’s doubleheader in College

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 6

Ample Opportunity Allowed RB DeZephen Walker to Enjoy a 'Smooth Transition' at Oklahoma

During DeZephen Walker’s recruitment, Oklahoma’s coaches never sugarcoated how grueling it would be to play for the Sooners. Walker is a running back from Peculiar, MO, who signed with OU in December.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 6

How Oklahoma QB Commit Jamison Roberts' Patience led to Opportunity With Sooners

Jamison Roberts waited his turn, and now he is reaping the benefits. Roberts is a quarterback from Saraland, AL, who committed to Oklahoma on March 7. He chose the Sooners over offers from Auburn, Georgia, Florida, Ole Miss and several other SEC schools.

Patty Gasso News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 6

Oklahoma's Allyssa Parker 'Trending Well' in the Circle Entering the SEC Tournament

Sitting on a 6-0 lead last Saturday against Texas A&M, the No. 1 seed in this week’s SEC Tournament secured, Oklahoma coach Patty Gasso decided it was time to give Allyssa Parker a chance.

Oklahoma Sooners News / A to Z Sports / May 6

Oklahoma Sooners’ 2027 commit is showing off some insane skills he used to dominate competition at a camp

The Oklahoma Sooners made the right decision to go after 2027 edge rusher Krew Jones, as he looks like he could play right now. Landing four-star 2027 defensive end Krew Jones from Millville, Utah, significantly boosted the Sooners’ class this cycle.

Patty Gasso News / Oklahoma Sooners on SI / May 5

Oklahoma's Kasidi Pickering 'Finding her Groove,' Patty Gasso Says

Ella Parker said her advice to teammate Kasidi Pickering was simple. “She’s Kasidi Pickering,” Parker said Tuesday. “You have to keep swinging. That’s the only way you can get out of a sort of funk or whatever.” Going into last week’s series at Texas A&M, Oklahoma coach Patty Gasso said her confidence in Pickering remained very high.

Oklahoma Sooners News / Yardbarker / April 30