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Bethany Today
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Crimson Storm Split Doubleheader with No.18 Central Oklahoma
Southern Nazarene took the first game 4-1 before Central Oklahoma won the second 10-1
Apr. 8, 2026 at 4:51am
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A cubist interpretation of the back-and-forth action between two top Oklahoma college baseball programs.Bethany TodayThe Crimson Storm of Southern Nazarene University hosted the No. 18 Bronchos of Central Oklahoma for a central region doubleheader. Southern Nazarene won the first game 4-1 before Central Oklahoma bounced back to take the second game 10-1.
Why it matters
This matchup between two top regional teams in Oklahoma college baseball was an important early-season test for both programs as they look to position themselves for the postseason. The split results leave both teams with work to do to solidify their standing in the central region.
The details
In the first game, Southern Nazarene jumped out to an early 4-1 lead and held on for the victory. But Central Oklahoma responded in the second game, routing the Crimson Storm 10-1 to earn the split.
- The doubleheader took place on April 8, 2026.
The players
Southern Nazarene University
The Crimson Storm are the athletic teams of Southern Nazarene University, a private Christian university located in Bethany, Oklahoma.
Central Oklahoma
The Bronchos are the athletic teams of the University of Central Oklahoma, a public university located in Edmond, Oklahoma.
What’s next
The two teams will meet again later in the season for another doubleheader on April 29th.
The takeaway
This split doubleheader showcased the competitive balance in Oklahoma college baseball, with two top regional programs trading victories. Both Southern Nazarene and Central Oklahoma will look to build on these results as they continue their conference and postseason pushes.
