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Oklahoma University Sooners Secure No. 2 Seed in NCAA Softball Tournament

The Oklahoma Sooners softball team competing in a match, showcasing their skill and determination.

News Summary

The Oklahoma Sooners have claimed the No. 2 overall seed for the 2025 NCAA softball tournament, aiming for their fifth consecutive Women’s College World Series title. Competing at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, the Sooners will face tough regional competition, including No. 1 seed Texas A&M and others. They open against the Boston Terriers, who are returning to the Norman Regional for their third time. With a strong track record in the NCAA tournament, Oklahoma seeks to continue their dominance in collegiate softball amidst challenges from several strong teams.

Oklahoma City – The Oklahoma Sooners have secured the No. 2 overall seed in the upcoming 2025 NCAA softball tournament, striving to achieve their fifth consecutive title at the Women’s College World Series (WCWS). The tournament is set to culminate at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, with a total of 16 regional teams competing for a shot at the championship.

Among the 16 regional host teams, the Southeastern Conference (SEC) dominates, securing nine slots. The Sooners will face tough competition, including regional hosts such as the No. 1 seed Texas A&M, Arkansas, Florida, LSU, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Alabama. The tournament structure features a double-elimination format with four teams in each region, allowing for high-stakes matchups early in the competition.

The Boston Terriers, entering the tournament as the No. 4 seed in the Norman Regional, will face Oklahoma in their opening game. This matchup, which shocked Boston players during the NCAA selection show, is scheduled for 5 p.m. on Friday at Love’s Field in Norman. This marks Boston’s return to the Norman Regional for the second consecutive year and their third appearance in seven tournaments.

Oklahoma has established a remarkable track record in the NCAA tournament, winning their regional for 14 consecutive years and not losing an opener since 2017. This year’s Oklahoma team has recorded an impressive overall record of 45-7, with a 17-7 performance in the SEC. Despite recent losses, including three series to other tournament teams—Florida, Tennessee, and Alabama—experts recognize the Sooners as formidable contenders. However, several key new players may present challenges that could make Oklahoma more vulnerable than in previous years.

The regional matches are set to run from May 16-18 on the respective campuses of the top-16 seeded teams. The winners of these regional games will advance to the super regionals scheduled for May 22-25, where teams will compete in a best-of-three series. Ultimately, the eight super regional victors will face off at the Women’s College World Series, slated to take place from May 29 to June 6 in Oklahoma City.

Patty Gasso, Oklahoma’s head coach, has expressed surprise at the team’s success this season, particularly considering the loss of a historic senior class. Oklahoma’s recent performance reflects a remarkable 23 consecutive wins in regional and super regional games, highlighting their consistent excellence in collegiate softball.

The Oklahoma Sooners enter the tournament not only with a rich legacy but also under pressure to maintain their dominance in collegiate softball amid a competitive landscape filled with quality teams. As they prepare to face the Boston Terriers, all eyes will be on Oklahoma’s ability to continue their winning streak and claim yet another championship title this year.