Oklahoma Softball Sweeps Texas 9-8, Secures SEC Lead

Oklahoma swept Texas in a dramatic three-game softball series, culminating in a 9-8 victory in the finale to move into first place in the SEC. The Sooners raced to an 8-0 lead by the third inning, powered by home runs from Ella Parker and Gabbie Garcia, but Texas mounted a fierce comeback, scoring six runs in the fourth and tying the game in the fifth. A sacrifice fly by Isabela Emerling in the sixth put Oklahoma back in front, and pitcher Sam Landry closed out the game to secure the sweep. The series showcased Oklahoma's explosive offense and depth in pitching, as well as Texas's resilience. With the sweep, Oklahoma improved to 42-5 overall and 16-5 in SEC play, while Texas fell to 42-9 and 13-8 in the conference. The Sooners' victory not only extended their win streak over the Longhorns but also solidified their lead atop the SEC standings.