No. 21 Oklahoma Defeats New Mexico State 10-6

The Sooners remain undefeated after a strong offensive performance and solid pitching.

Feb. 18, 2026 at 2:15am

The No. 21 Oklahoma Sooners baseball team defeated the New Mexico State Aggies 10-6 in a midweek matchup at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. The Sooners jumped out to an early 5-run lead in the first inning, but the Aggies fought back to make it a close game. Oklahoma eventually pulled away with a 3-run third inning and held on for the victory, keeping their perfect 4-0 record intact.

Why it matters

This win keeps the Sooners undefeated early in the 2026 season and builds momentum as they head into a long homestand. Oklahoma is looking to build on their success from the Shriners Children's College Showdown tournament and prove they are a top contender in college baseball this year.

The details

Oklahoma jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the first inning, but New Mexico State responded with 3 runs in the third to make it a 7-5 game. The Sooners then scored 3 more runs in the bottom of the third to pull back ahead 10-5. The pitching staffs for both teams settled in over the next few innings, with Oklahoma's relievers allowing just 1 more run. The Aggies threatened in the 9th, loading the bases with 2 outs, but the Sooners were able to get the final out to seal the victory.

  • The game was played on Monday, February 17, 2026.
  • Oklahoma jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the first inning.
  • New Mexico State scored 3 runs in the third inning to make it 7-5.
  • Oklahoma responded with 3 runs in the bottom of the third to go up 10-5.
  • The final score was 10-6 in favor of Oklahoma.

The players

Jaxon Willits

An Oklahoma player who drew a bases loaded walk in the first inning.

Nolan Stevens

An Oklahoma player who also drew a bases loaded walk in the first inning.

Trey Gambill

An Oklahoma player who hit a sacrifice fly in the first inning.

Cayden Brumbaugh

An Oklahoma player who hit an RBI double in the first inning.

Alec Blair

An Oklahoma player who hit an RBI groundout in the first inning.

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What’s next

Oklahoma will play their next 17 games at home, starting with a series against Coppin State at the newly renamed and renovated Kimrey Family Stadium on Friday, February 21st at 4pm CT.

The takeaway

This win keeps Oklahoma's perfect 4-0 record intact as they head into an extended homestand. The Sooners have shown they can win in a variety of ways, with a strong offense and solid pitching performances, making them an early contender in college baseball this season.