OU Softball Faces Arizona State in Season Opener

Sooners take on Sun Devils in Tempe, Arizona on Thursday night

Feb. 5, 2026 at 6:31am

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The third-ranked OU softball team will open the 2026 season with a matchup against Arizona State on Thursday evening in Tempe, Arizona. The Sooners will then head to Tucson to face Arizona in a three-game series starting on Friday.

Why it matters

This early-season matchup between two top programs will provide an early test for the Sooners as they look to build on their success from last season and compete for another national championship.

The details

The OU vs Arizona State game is scheduled for a 7:15 p.m. CT start on Thursday. Fans can stream the game live on ESPN+. After the matchup with the Sun Devils, the Sooners will remain in Arizona to take on the Wildcats in a three-game series beginning on Friday.

  • The OU vs Arizona State game starts at 7:15 p.m. CT on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
  • The Sooners will face Arizona in a three-game series starting on Friday, February 6, 2026.

The players

Patty Gasso

Head coach of the OU softball team.

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What they’re saying

“Why OU softball coach Patty Gasso says Kendall Wells 'swings like some of the greats'”

— Patty Gasso, Head Coach (oklahoman.com)

The takeaway

This early-season matchup between two top softball programs will provide an exciting start to the 2026 season and give fans a glimpse of what to expect from the Sooners as they aim to compete for another national championship.