Oklahoma State Softball Game Postponed After Deadly Bus Accident

The Cowgirls' team bus was involved in a fatal collision on an interstate highway in Oklahoma.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 6:41am

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The Oklahoma State softball game at Wichita State on Wednesday was postponed after the Cowgirls' team bus was involved in a deadly accident on Interstate 35 in Oklahoma. The crash caused the northbound lanes to be closed for over two hours, and authorities reported that a woman was killed in the collision. No one from the Oklahoma State traveling party was injured.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the risks and dangers that student-athletes and their teams face when traveling to competitions. The postponement of the game also disrupts the regular season schedule for both Oklahoma State and Wichita State, potentially impacting their postseason hopes.

The details

According to reports, the Oklahoma State team bus was traveling northbound on I-35 when it was involved in a fatal collision. Authorities stated that a woman had been running in and out of traffic before the crash occurred around 2:05 pm Central Time near mile marker 185 in Noble County, Oklahoma. The crash resulted in the northbound lanes being closed for over two hours as officials investigated the scene.

  • The accident occurred around 2:05 pm Central Time on Wednesday, April 9, 2026.
  • The northbound lanes of I-35 were closed for more than two hours following the crash.

The players

Oklahoma State Cowgirls

The women's softball team from Oklahoma State University.

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What they’re saying

“No one from the team's traveling party was injured.”

— Oklahoma State

What’s next

Details on when the postponed game between Oklahoma State and Wichita State will be rescheduled will be shared when they become available.

The takeaway

This tragic accident serves as a somber reminder of the risks student-athletes face when traveling to competitions, and the importance of prioritizing safety and preparedness for athletic programs and transportation providers.