Texas Longhorns Prepare for Rivalry Clash Against Oklahoma Sooners

The two top-5 teams in the nation meet in a highly anticipated Red River Rivalry series.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 1:37pm

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the action of a softball game, with sharp geometric shapes and planes in the team colors of Texas and Oklahoma, conveying the intensity and rivalry of the matchup.The high-stakes Red River Rivalry softball series between Texas and Oklahoma promises an intense clash of the nation's top-ranked teams.Austin Today

The No. 4 Texas Longhorns are set to host the No. 3 Oklahoma Sooners in a crucial three-game series this weekend. The Longhorns are looking to rebound after suffering their first conference series loss of the season against Alabama, while the Sooners enter the matchup with a dominant 38-3 overall record and 11-1 mark in SEC play.

Why it matters

This Red River Rivalry series is a highly anticipated clash between two of the top softball programs in the country. The Longhorns will be seeking revenge after Oklahoma swept them in the regular season last year, though Texas did defeat the Sooners at the Women's College World Series. The outcome of this series could have major implications for both teams' postseason aspirations.

The details

Oklahoma's offense has been the driving force behind their success, averaging nearly 12 runs per game and leading the nation with 144 home runs. Freshman catcher Kendall Wells has been a standout, setting the SEC single-season home run record with 30 long balls. The Sooners also boast a strong pitching staff, led by sophomore Audrey Lowry and her 2.08 ERA. Texas will need to find a way to slow down Oklahoma's powerful lineup if they hope to come out on top in this rivalry series.

  • The three-game series will take place from April 10-12 in Austin, Texas.
  • The teams last met in the 2025 Women's College World Series, where Texas defeated Oklahoma.

The players

Kendall Wells

Oklahoma Sooners freshman catcher who has set the SEC single-season home run record with 30 home runs.

Audrey Lowry

Oklahoma Sooners sophomore pitcher who leads the team with a 2.08 ERA and 0.93 WHIP.

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What’s next

The winner of this series will take a major step forward in the race for a top seed in the NCAA Tournament.

The takeaway

This Red River Rivalry matchup between the Longhorns and Sooners features two of the top softball programs in the country, setting the stage for an intense and high-stakes series with significant postseason implications.