Oklahoma Sooners Rout Idaho Vandals in March Madness

Beers' double-double powers No. 4 seed Oklahoma to 89-59 victory over No. 13 seed Idaho

Mar. 21, 2026 at 10:45am

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The Oklahoma Sooners women's basketball team dominated the Idaho Vandals 89-59 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday night. Oklahoma center Raegan Beers led the way with 18 points and 10 rebounds, while Sahara Williams added a double-double of her own with 17 points and 10 boards. The Sooners jumped out to a big lead early and never looked back, overwhelming the Vandals with their balanced scoring attack and stifling defense.

Why it matters

This decisive victory sets up a second-round matchup between Oklahoma and Michigan State, with the winner advancing to the Sweet 16. The Sooners' dominant performance showcases their potential to make a deep run in the tournament, while Idaho's season comes to an end after an impressive 29-6 campaign.

The details

Oklahoma was in control from the start, pushing the pace and sharing the ball effectively. The Sooners shot 59.5% from the field in the first half to build a 57-35 lead at the break. Beers was a force inside, making 5 of 6 layups and altering numerous shots on the defensive end. Idaho struggled mightily, shooting just 24.7% overall and making only 10 of 46 3-pointers.

  • The game was played on Friday, March 20, 2026 in Norman, Oklahoma.
  • Oklahoma will face Michigan State in the second round on Sunday.

The players

Raegan Beers

A senior center for the Oklahoma Sooners who had 18 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 blocks in the win.

Sahara Williams

An Oklahoma player who recorded a double-double with 17 points and 10 rebounds.

Aaliyah Chavez

A freshman guard for Oklahoma who scored 15 points in her first NCAA Tournament game.

Kyra Gardner

A player for the Idaho Vandals who led the team with 19 points in the loss.

Hope Hassmann

An Idaho player who added 12 points in the defeat.

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What they’re saying

“I think we're setting the tone for how we want to play going on into March.”

— Sahara Williams

“When we have fun, I wouldn't say a win is guaranteed, but we play a lot better when we have fun and have a smile on our face and we rebound and we score and we assist the ball.”

— Sahara Williams

“They're just a complete team. I think they're equipped to make a big run here. As I was scouting them, it was fun to watch.”

— Arthur Moreira, Idaho Head Coach

What’s next

The winner of the Oklahoma-Michigan State second-round matchup will advance to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament.

The takeaway

Oklahoma's dominant performance showcases their potential to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament, while Idaho's season comes to an end after an impressive 29-6 campaign.