Oklahoma Softball Dominates Idaho State in Run-Rule Victory

The Sooners cruised to a 10-1 win over the Bengals in five innings.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

The No. 4 Oklahoma Sooners softball team overwhelmed Idaho State 10-1 in a five-inning run-rule victory on Saturday. The Sooners scored four runs in the first inning and never looked back, with Kasidi Pickering hitting a three-run homer in the second and Kai Minor and Gabbie Garcia also going deep. Freshman pitcher Allyssa Parker got the start and cruised through the first two innings before being replaced by Kierston Deal and Audrey Lowry, who closed out the win.

Why it matters

This victory extends Oklahoma's strong start to the 2026 season, as they improve to 7-1. The Sooners have now won four straight games by run rule, showcasing their offensive firepower and dominant pitching. This win over Idaho State also sets the stage for Oklahoma's matchup against UTEP on Sunday, as the team looks to continue its momentum heading into the rest of the season.

The details

Oklahoma jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the first inning, with Ella Parker, Kendall Wells, and Kai Minor all driving in runs. Pickering then blasted a three-run homer in the second to make it 7-0. Idaho State got on the board with a solo shot in the third, but Minor and Garcia added homers of their own to push the Sooners' lead to 9-1. Oklahoma's pitching staff, led by Parker, Deal, and Lowry, limited the Bengals to just two hits on the day.

  • The game took place on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
  • Oklahoma will face UTEP on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 1 p.m.

The players

Kasidi Pickering

An Oklahoma softball player who hit a three-run home run in the second inning to give the Sooners a commanding lead.

Allyssa Parker

The freshman pitcher who started the game for Oklahoma and cruised through the first two innings.

Kierston Deal

The senior pitcher who replaced Parker in the third inning and recorded a strikeout to end the frame.

Audrey Lowry

The sophomore left-hander who replaced Deal in the fourth inning and closed out the win for the Sooners.

Kai Minor

The Oklahoma player who hit a three-run triple in the first inning and a two-run home run in the third.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“KAS BOMB!”

— Oklahoma Softball (Twitter)

“she major 💣”

— Oklahoma Softball (Twitter)

What’s next

Oklahoma will finish its weekend action in El Paso, Texas, against UTEP on Sunday at 1 p.m.

The takeaway

Oklahoma's dominant offensive performance and strong pitching effort led to another run-rule victory, extending the Sooners' impressive start to the 2026 season. The team's ability to score in every inning and get contributions from multiple players showcases their depth and versatility as they prepare for the rest of their schedule.