OU Softball Faces Kentucky in Series Finale

Sooners look to complete sweep of Wildcats in Saturday matchup.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 10:05am

The third-ranked OU softball team will go for a three-game sweep against Kentucky on Saturday at Love's Field in Norman. The Sooners run-ruled Kentucky 9-1 in five innings on Friday and 10-2 in five innings on Thursday night.

Why it matters

This series is an important SEC matchup for the Sooners, who are looking to maintain their position as one of the top teams in the country. A sweep of Kentucky would be a strong statement and help OU build momentum heading into the later stages of the season.

The details

The Oklahoma vs Kentucky game is scheduled to start at 11 a.m. on Saturday. The game will be streamed on SEC Network+, and the OU radio call will be provided by Chris Plank on The Franchise 2 (KEBC 1560 AM) and the Varsity Radio App.

  • The series opener was played on Thursday, April 3, 2026.
  • The second game was played on Friday, April 4, 2026.
  • The series finale is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2026 at 11 a.m.

The players

Patty Gasso

The head coach of the OU softball team.

Lexi McDaniel

An OU softball freshman who has made a strong impact in the series against Kentucky.

Kai Minor

An OU softball freshman who has contributed to the team's success in the series.

Kendall Wells

An OU softball freshman who has been a key part of the Sooners' offense in the series.

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What they’re saying

“Lexi McDaniel keeps proving OU softball freshmen are 'ready' to deliver in win vs Kentucky”

— Jeff Patterson, Reporter

“OU softball freshmen Kai Minor, Kendall Wells 'poised in the box' in rout of Kentucky”

— Jeff Patterson, Reporter

What’s next

The Sooners will look to complete the sweep of Kentucky on Saturday and continue their strong start to the SEC season.

The takeaway

OU's talented freshman class has stepped up in a big way during this series against Kentucky, showcasing the depth and potential of the Sooners' roster. A sweep would be an impressive accomplishment and help establish OU as one of the top teams in the country.