OU Softball Routs UTEP 34-0 in Dominant Weekend Finale

Sooners hit six home runs and log 25 hits in blowout victory over Miners

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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The Oklahoma Sooners softball team routed the UTEP Miners 34-0 on Sunday, capping off a dominant weekend in which they won all five of their games. The Sooners scored 8 runs in the first inning, 12 in the third, and 14 in the fifth to cruise to the lopsided victory, which featured six home runs and 25 total hits by the Oklahoma offense.

Why it matters

The Sooners' offensive explosion against UTEP showcases the team's firepower and ability to overwhelm opponents, which will be important as they head into tougher competition at the upcoming Mary Nutter Classic tournament. The blowout win also improves Oklahoma's record to 8-1 on the season, demonstrating their strong start and potential to be a top contender in college softball this year.

The details

Oklahoma opened the game with an 8-run first inning, putting UTEP in a deep hole early. The Sooners then followed that up with 12 runs in the third inning and 14 more in the fifth to cruise to the 34-0 victory. True freshman Allyssa Parker led the offensive onslaught with two home runs, while Tia Milloy and Gabbie Garcia each hit grand slams. Abby Dayton also managed an inside-the-park home run. In the circle, Audrey Lowry, Sydney Berzon, and Berkeley Zache combined to limit UTEP to just 3 hits while striking out 6 batters.

  • The Sooners opened the game with an 8-run first inning on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
  • Oklahoma scored 12 runs in the third inning of the game.
  • The Sooners added 14 more runs in the fifth inning to finish with a 34-0 victory.

The players

Allyssa Parker

A true freshman who led the Sooners' offense with two home runs in the game.

Tia Milloy

Hit a grand slam home run for the Sooners.

Gabbie Garcia

Also hit a grand slam home run for Oklahoma.

Abby Dayton

Managed an inside-the-park home run for the Sooners.

Audrey Lowry

The starting pitcher for Oklahoma, allowing 3 hits and striking out 3 batters.

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What they’re saying

“The runs just kept coming for Oklahoma on Sunday.”

— Jesse Crittenden, Author (on3.com)

What’s next

The Sooners will head out west next week to compete in the annual Mary Nutter Classic tournament, opening up against Cal State Fullerton on Thursday, February 20th at 7:30 PM.

The takeaway

Oklahoma's dominant 34-0 victory over UTEP showcases the Sooners' offensive firepower and ability to overwhelm opponents, which will serve them well as they face tougher competition at the upcoming Mary Nutter Classic tournament. The blowout win improves Oklahoma's record to 8-1 on the season, demonstrating their strong start and potential to be a top contender in college softball this year.