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Jason Witten, a Cowboys legend and Hall of Fame finalist, is expected to join the University of Oklahoma coaching staff as a tight ends coach, reuniting with DeMarco Murray and transitioning from high school coaching.
The University of Oklahoma fired a teaching assistant after she gave a student a failing grade for citing the Bible and expressing conservative Christian views on gender, sparking debates over academic freedom and religious expression on campus.
The University of Oklahoma and its Athletics Department will host a series of free public events on July 1 to celebrate their move to the Southeastern Conference. Sponsored by Riverwind Casino, the festivities will include a 5K glow run, pep rallies, equipment sales, SEC Network programming, and a "Party In The Palace" event at Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium featuring live music, speeches, and a drone show. Additional events will take place in Oklahoma City and Tulsa, with a student-centric celebration planned for the fall semester.
Defending champions and favorites, University of Oklahoma Sooners, suffered a shocking collapse in the NCAA Women's Gymnastics Championships, finishing third in the semi-finals and missing the finals. Utah and Florida advanced to the finals, while LSU's Haleigh Bryant captured the all-around title. The University of California Golden Bears also advanced to the finals, marking a program record after a steady rise under coaches Liz Crandall-Howell and Justin Howell.
The University of Oklahoma's softball series finale against Baylor has been rescheduled to Saturday, March 23 at 5:30 p.m. CT as part of a split double-header, with the original 2 p.m. game remaining at the same time. Fans with tickets for the original Sunday contest can use them for the rescheduled game, but must exit the stadium after the 2 p.m. game. Refunds for the rescheduled game are available through the Oklahoma Athletics Ticket Office.
Krystal Keith, daughter of late country music legend Toby Keith, shared a heartfelt tribute to her father on Instagram, revealing his strong commitment to the University of Oklahoma and how he influenced her and her siblings' college choices. She recounted how he prioritized their education at his alma mater, showing his unwavering dedication to the university.
Krystal Keith pays tribute to her late father Toby Keith, revealing his strong commitment to the University of Oklahoma and how he prioritized his children's education at the university, showing his unwavering support for the school. She shares anecdotes about her father's dedication to the university and his influence on her and her siblings' college choices, highlighting his deep love for the school and his family.
The Southeastern Conference (SEC) has released the football schedules for all 16 SEC schools for the 2024 season, which includes new conference members University of Oklahoma and University of Texas. Each team will play eight conference games, one required opponent from another conference, and have two open dates. This will be the first year without divisional competition since 1991, and the top two teams in the league standings will compete in the SEC Football Championship Game in Atlanta on December 7, 2024.
The University of Oklahoma and University of Texas have agreed to extend the contract for the Allstate Red River Rivalry football game at the Cotton Bowl through 2036. As part of the agreement, the City of Dallas will invest $140 million in a two-year renovation project for the Cotton Bowl Stadium, including widening concourses, adding escalators, renovating concessions and restrooms, and increasing hospitality areas. The first phase of renovations will be completed by September 2026, with the second phase finishing by September 2034. The historic rivalry game has been played at the Cotton Bowl since 1929 and will continue to be a tradition for both schools and fans.
The University of Oklahoma's head coach, Brent Venables, has named Seth Littrell as the new offensive coordinator and Joe Jon Finley as co-offensive coordinator following the departure of Jeff Lebby. Littrell, a former OU player, has been an offensive analyst for the Sooners this season and brings a wealth of coaching experience, including a seven-year head coaching stint at North Texas. Finley, a former OU player and graduate assistant, has been the tight ends coach and will now have an increased role in offensive game-planning. Venables expressed excitement about the duo and their ability to lead the offensive coaching staff.
The University of Oklahoma's softball team has announced the addition of eight signees to their 2024 recruiting class. The signees come from different states and time zones, and they bring with them numerous accolades and championships. Head coach Patty Gasso is excited about the leadership, athleticism, and potential that these players bring to the team. They are expected to compete for starting spots in the upcoming season.
The University of Oklahoma softball team has announced its eight-game fall schedule, featuring two competitions against outside opponents and the continuation of the Oklahoma Battle Series. The series will include six intrasquad scrimmages with a cumulative points system to determine MVPs. All games will be played at Marita Hynes Field in Norman and will be open to the public. The Sooners, who are the reigning three-time national champions, will also hold a food drive during each game to support the OU Food Pantry.
Anthony Sanchez, convicted of raping and murdering University of Oklahoma dance student Juli Busken in 1996, was executed by lethal injection. Sanchez maintained his innocence until the end, claiming the DNA evidence was fabricated. The case remained unsolved for years until DNA from the crime scene matched Sanchez, who was already serving time for burglary. Busken's family found closure and peace after 26 years of waiting for justice.
The University of Oklahoma has added Houston and Maine as its final two football opponents for the 2024 season. The Sooners will host both teams at home, giving them seven home games for the seventh time in program history. The game against Houston is part of a home-and-home series, with OU scheduled to play at Houston in 2028. The date for the game against Maine will be determined once OU's SEC schedule is finalized.
Former University of Oklahoma softball star Jordy Bahl announced that she will continue her collegiate career at the University of Nebraska. Bahl played two years in Norman, helping lead the Sooners to two of their three straight national titles. During her freshman year in 2022, Bahl posted a 22-1 record and 1.09 ERA while striking out 205 and holding opposing hitters to a .145 average. In the most recent Women's College World Series, Bahl was named the Most Outstanding Player after hurling 24 2/3 scoreless innings and closing out the championship series to secure the national title.