OU Women's Basketball Lands Former 5-Star Prospect

Keeley Parks, a Norman native, returns home to play for the Sooners after one season at Kansas.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 1:51pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the fractured, multi-perspective action of a women's basketball game, with sharp planes of crimson, orange, and navy blue shapes overlapping to create a dynamic, abstract composition.The addition of local star Keeley Parks to the OU women's basketball roster adds a new dimension of talent and community pride to the Sooners' quest for postseason success.Norman Today

The University of Oklahoma women's basketball team has landed a major transfer commitment from Keeley Parks, a former five-star prospect and Norman High School standout. Parks played her freshman season at the University of Kansas, but will now return to her hometown to suit up for the Sooners.

Why it matters

This is a significant addition for the OU women's basketball program as they look to replace key contributors from last season's Sweet Sixteen team. Parks was one of the top high school players in Oklahoma and her homecoming provides a boost of local talent and star power to the Sooners' roster.

The details

Parks, who was a two-time Oklahoma Gatorade Player of the Year in high school, averaged 5.1 points and 1.1 assists in 16 games as a freshman at Kansas. She will now join an OU squad that is tasked with replacing the production of departed seniors Zya Vann, Reagan Beers, and Peyton Verhulst.

  • Keeley Parks played her freshman season at the University of Kansas in 2025-26.
  • Parks committed to the University of Oklahoma on April 13, 2026.

The players

Keeley Parks

A former five-star prospect and two-time Oklahoma Gatorade Player of the Year from Norman High School, who played her freshman season at the University of Kansas before transferring to the University of Oklahoma.

Jennie Baranczyk

The head coach of the University of Oklahoma women's basketball team.

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What’s next

The Sooners will look to integrate Parks into their lineup as they prepare for the upcoming 2026-27 season, where they will aim to build on their recent Sweet Sixteen appearances.

The takeaway

The addition of Keeley Parks, a highly touted local prospect, is a significant boost for the OU women's basketball program as they navigate the transfer portal and aim to maintain their status as one of the top teams in the Big 12 Conference.