Oklahoma State Defeats Oklahoma in Bedlam Baseball Showdown

Cowboys catcher Campbell Smithwick hits two home runs in Tulsa victory

Apr. 15, 2026 at 2:33am

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The Oklahoma State Cowboys defeated their in-state rival Oklahoma Sooners in a Bedlam baseball matchup at ONEOK Field in Tulsa. Oklahoma State catcher Campbell Smithwick led the way for the Cowboys, hitting two home runs in the game. The win extends Oklahoma State's lead in the Bedlam series this season.

Why it matters

The Bedlam rivalry between Oklahoma and Oklahoma State is one of the most intense in college sports. This latest matchup in Tulsa continues the long-standing tradition of the two schools battling it out on the baseball diamond, with high stakes and bragging rights on the line.

The details

Oklahoma State jumped out to an early lead, with Kollin Ritchie and Campbell Smithwick both hitting solo home runs in the first inning. Smithwick added another home run in the fourth inning to extend the Cowboys' advantage. The Sooners tried to mount a comeback, but the Oklahoma State pitching staff was able to hold them off and secure the victory.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at ONEOK Field in Tulsa.
  • Kollin Ritchie and Campbell Smithwick hit their home runs in the first inning.
  • Smithwick hit his second home run of the game in the fourth inning.

The players

Campbell Smithwick

Oklahoma State Cowboys catcher who hit two home runs in the game.

Kollin Ritchie

Oklahoma State Cowboys infielder who hit a home run in the first inning.

Josh Holliday

Oklahoma State head coach.

Skip Johnson

Oklahoma head coach.

Brock Thompson

Oklahoma State Cowboys infielder.

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What they’re saying

“We knew this was going to be a tough battle against our in-state rivals, but our guys came out ready to play and Campbell really set the tone early with those home runs.”

— Josh Holliday, Oklahoma State Head Coach

What’s next

The two teams will meet again later this season for another Bedlam series, with the final regular season matchup scheduled for May 10th in Norman.

The takeaway

This Bedlam baseball showdown in Tulsa showcased the intense rivalry between Oklahoma and Oklahoma State, with the Cowboys emerging victorious behind the power hitting of catcher Campbell Smithwick. The win extends Oklahoma State's lead in the season series, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the Bedlam baseball schedule.