The Red River Rivalry returns to the softball diamond this weekend, with No. 1 Oklahoma and No. 5 Texas set to clash in a high-stakes SEC showdown. The series, scheduled for April 25–27, carries added significance as both teams now compete in the Southeastern Conference, intensifying their rivalry and national title aspirations.
Oklahoma enters the series with a remarkable 39-game winning streak against Big 12 opponents and a 22-game overall winning streak. The Sooners lead the nation in several key statistical categories, including batting average (.394), on-base percentage (.495), and fielding percentage (.985). Their offense is powered by standout players such as Jayda Coleman (.466), Rylie Boone (.455), and Tiare Jennings (.446), all of whom rank among the top five nationally in batting average. Additionally, the Sooners’ pitching staff boasts a team ERA of 1.40, ranking third nationally.
Texas, on the other hand, aims to end a 15-year series win drought against Oklahoma. The Longhorns’ offense is led by senior infielder Joley Mitchell (.450), who has contributed five home runs, nine doubles, and 23 RBIs. Sophomore catcher Reese Atwood, the 2024 Big 12 Player of the Year, has added 12 home runs and 52 RBIs while hitting .400. In the circle, freshman Teagan Kavan has been a standout, leading the staff with 70 strikeouts and an 11–1 record.
This series is not only a battle for supremacy in the SEC but also a rematch of last season’s Women’s College World Series finals, where Oklahoma swept Texas to secure their fourth consecutive national title. The Longhorns are eager to prove they can compete with the reigning champions and make a statement on the national stage.
With both teams boasting potent offenses and strong pitching staffs, this weekend’s series promises to be a thrilling chapter in one of college softball’s most intense rivalries.
