However, the Sooners are ushering in a new era with 14 new players.
Coach Patty Gasso was forced to replace the core of the program’s four-peat dynasty. Perhaps the biggest piece from last year’s team Oklahoma must replace is the Women’s College World Series’ reigning most outstanding player, ace Kelly Maxwell.
Sophia Bordi, Fr.
The No. 5 pitcher in the class of 2025, Bordi reclassified before this semester to join the Sooners. She’s a two-time New Jersey Gatorade Player of the Year and played for the OC Batbusters.
Kierston Deal, Jr.
Deal was a solid piece of OU’s weekend rotation last season, earning All-Big 12 Second Team honors with a 1.97 ERA. Expect her to be a significant contributor again.
Sam Landry, Sr.
Landry, a Louisiana transfer, ranked in the top 10 in wins last season with a 2.09 ERA. If all goes to plan, Landry should cement herself in the rotation.
Audrey Lowry, Fr.
One of the top prospects nationally, Lowry is a name to watch as a potential breakout star. She’s drawn comparisons to Kelly Maxwell.
Paytn Monticelli, Jr.
Monticelli was a weapon out of OU’s bullpen last season, recording a 1.09 ERA in 18 appearances and one start.
Isabella Smith, RSr.
A Campbell transfer, Smith was the 2024 CAA Pitcher of the Year. She’s coming off a career-best season and will be a big piece of OU’s staff.
Isabela Emerling, RJr.
The Sooners’ first transfer last offseason. It came at a position of need with veteran Kinzie Hansen and Riley Ludlam gone. Emerling started 43 games at North Carolina in 2024.
Corri Hicks, Fr.
Another OC Batbusters prospect, Hicks can catch and play first base. She was the 2024 West Catholic Athletic League Player of the Year at Archbishop Mitty High School.
Riley Zache, Fr.
Originally a Missouri commit, Zache landed with the Sooners, who also have the commitment of her sister, 2025 recruit Berkley Zache. Riley holds 18 of 25 offensive records at Saint Joseph (Indiana) High School.
Ailana Agbayani, Jr.
The daughter of former MLB player Benny Agbayani, Ailana fills a hole in the middle infield. She hit .424 with five home runs as BYU’s starting shortstop in 2024. She can also pitch.
Sydney Barker, Fr.
Barker was a four-year letterwinner and team captain at Rocklin High School. She played travel ball with the LTG Lions and batted .403 during the 2024 summer season.
Gabbie Garcia, Fr.
Garcia shined during the fall Battle Series. She finished her prep career with a .496 lifetime batting average and is the daughter of Hall of Fame softball player Kara Brun.
Kadey Lee McKay, Fr.
McKay led Caddo fall fastpitch and spring slowpitch to three consecutive state championships. She also earned three all-conference honors as a basketball player.
Nelly McEnroe-Marinas, RFr.
McEnroe-Marinas could be a breakout player. A shoulder injury kept her out last season but she looked like a natural replacement for Brito this fall.
Cydney Sanders, Sr.
The lone returning senior, Sanders will likely be OU’s leader in the clubhouse. She showcased power and strong defense in 59 starts on last season’s championship team.
Maya Bland, So.
Bland appeared in 52 games as a freshman and hit .333. She also became the Sooners’ top pinch-runner last season, tying for second on the team with eight stolen bases.
Hannah Coor, RJr.
Coming off two back surgeries, Coor is searching for an increased role in 2025. It remains to be seen how much she’ll play but she made a diving catch in the fall finale.
NORMAN — OU softball is preparing to open its fourth consecutive national championship defense season.
However, the Sooners are ushering in a new era with 14 new players.
Coach Patty Gasso was forced to replace the core of the program’s four-peat dynasty. Perhaps the biggest piece from last year’s team Oklahoma must replace is the Women’s College World Series’ reigning most outstanding player, ace Kelly Maxwell.
Sophia Bordi, Fr.
The No. 5 pitcher in the class of 2025, Bordi reclassified before this semester to join the Sooners. She’s a two-time New Jersey Gatorade Player of the Year and played for the OC Batbusters.
Kierston Deal, Jr.
Deal was a solid piece of OU’s weekend rotation last season, earning All-Big 12 Second Team honors with a 1.97 ERA. Expect her to be a significant contributor again.
Sam Landry, Sr.
Landry, a Louisiana transfer, ranked in the top 10 in wins last season with a 2.09 ERA. If all goes to plan, Landry should cement herself in the rotation.
Audrey Lowry, Fr.
One of the top prospects nationally, Lowry is a name to watch as a potential breakout star. She’s drawn comparisons to Kelly Maxwell.
hole in the middle infield. She hit .424 with five home runs as BYU’s starting shortstop in 2024. She can also pitch.
Sydney Barker, Fr.
Barker was a four-year letterwinner and team captain at Rocklin High School. She played travel ball with the LTG Lions and batted .403 during the 2024 summer season.
Gabbie Garcia, Fr.
Garcia shined during the fall Battle Series. She finished her prep career with a .496 lifetime batting average and is the daughter of Hall of Fame softball player Kara Brun.
Kadey Lee McKay, Fr.
McKay led Caddo fall fastpitch and spring slowpitch to three consecutive state championships. She also earned three all-conference honors as a basketball player.
Nelly McEnroe-Marinas, RFr.
McEnroe-Marinas could be a breakout player. A shoulder injury kept her out last season but she looked like a natural replacement for Brito this fall.
Cydney Sanders, Sr.
The lone returning senior, Sanders will likely be OU’s leader in the clubhouse. She showcased power and strong defense in 59 starts on last season’s championship team.
Maya Bland, So.
Bland appeared in 52 games as a freshman and hit .333. She also became the Sooners’ top pinch-runner last season, tying for second on the team with eight stolen bases.
Hannah Coor, RJr.
Coming off two back surgeries, Coor is searching for an increased role in 2025. It remains to be seen how much she’ll play but she made a diving catch in the fall finale.
Abigale Dayton, Jr.
An All-American last season at Utah, Dayton won the Pac-12 regular season batting title with a .431 average. Dayton is expected to be a key piece of the Sooners’ new outfield.
Chaney Helton, Fr.
Helton was an All-State selection as a senior at Coweta. She was also a back-to-back Class 5A-3 Player of the Year and hit .519 as a junior.
Kasidi Pickering, So.
Pickering is fresh off a breakout first season with the Sooners. She was a freshman All-American and slashed .389/.513/.705 for a 1.218 OPS. She is one of OU’s top bats.
Tia Milloy, Fr.
One of the top players in the 2024 class, Milloy hit .567 as a senior. She is the daughter of former NFL Pro Bowler Lawyer Milloy and sister of former Tennessee star Kiki Milloy.
Ella Parker, So.
Along with Pickering, Parker is expected to once again be one of OU’s top bats. She anchored the top of the lineup as a freshman with a .415 average and 1.238 OPS