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Oklahoma City Secures Comeback Win Against Mississippi State

Oklahoma Sooners team celebrating after a comeback win at Love's Field

News Summary

The Oklahoma Sooners achieved a thrilling 6-5 comeback victory over the Mississippi State Bulldogs on April 18, 2025, at Love’s Field. Despite an early 4-0 deficit, the Sooners showcased their resilience, thanks to a strong performance by Isabella Smith and key contributions from the lineup. The win marked their 14th comeback this season, improving their record to 38-5 overall. Coach Patty Gasso remains optimistic about the team’s depth and potential as they prepare for their next game in the doubleheader.

Oklahoma City Celebrates Dramatic Comeback Victory Over Mississippi State

On a lively afternoon at Love’s Field, the Oklahoma Sooners showcased their resilience, defeating the Mississippi State Bulldogs 6-5 in a nail-biting first game of a doubleheader on April 18, 2025. This victory was especially sweet as it marked the Sooners’ record improving to an impressive 38-5 overall and 12-5 within the SEC.

Weather Woes and Early Struggles

The day didn’t start smoothly for Oklahoma as the teams faced a delayed start due to inclement weather, pushing the first pitch back to 4 p.m. CT. But once the game got underway, it was a rocky beginning for the Sooners. They quickly found themselves in a deep hole, trailing 4-0 before they could even blink, as Mississippi State struck fiercely in the first inning.

The Sooners turned to freshman pitcher Audrey Lowry for her first start since March 12. However, her outing took a turn for the worse when she allowed four runs on five hits, leaving her pulling the reins after just two-thirds of an inning. The drama kicked off right from her first pitch, which was sent over the fence by Mississippi State’s Sierra Sacco for a home run. Those early runs would have shaken many teams, but not the Sooners.

Comeback Kings

In typical fashion, the Sooners began to claw their way back, demonstrating the fight that has become their trademark. Kasidi Pickering kicked things into gear with a powerful lead-off home run in the bottom of the first inning, reducing the Bulldogs’ advantage to 4-1, and instantly lifting the spirits of the home crowd.

Oklahoma’s pitching woes were steadied by Isabella Smith, who stepped in as relief without missing a beat. Smith went on to deliver an impressive 4 2/3 innings, allowing just one run on three hits while keeping the Bulldogs’ bats quieter as the game unfolded.

Things heated up as the Sooners notched another run in the third inning when Ailana Agbayani hit a sacrifice fly that brought home Ella Parker to make it 4-2. Then, in the fourth inning, Mississippi State regained a slight edge with a clutch, two-out RBI double from Nadia Barbary, extending their lead to 5-2. But the Sooners weren’t about to back down.

The Final Push

In the fifth inning, Cydney Sanders continued her strong offensive performance by driving in an RBI single, followed promptly by a wild pitch from the Bulldogs that allowed Gabbie Garcia to score, tying the game at five. It wasn’t long before Oklahoma seized the opportunity and snagged a lead when Garcia dashed home on yet another wild pitch to put the Sooners ahead 6-5.

As the excitement in the stadium surged, ace pitcher Sam Landry took the mound to close the game, delivering a confident performance and sealing the dramatic comeback.

Looking Ahead

This win not only serves as a much-needed boost for the Sooners, especially after losing their last two SEC series, but it also marks their 14th comeback win of the season, showcasing their tenacity. With their next game in the doubleheader kicking off just 40 minutes after this thrilling win, the Sooners had little time to bask in their victory.

The depth of Oklahoma’s pitching was on full display, with contributions from Lowry, Smith, and Landry, proving that their bullpen is ready for whatever challenges lie ahead. Coach Patty Gasso remains upbeat about Lowry’s potential, eyeing her vital role in the team’s future pitching lineup.

As Oklahoma looks to maintain this momentum, fans can only hope to see more exciting plays and nail-biting comebacks under the bright lights of Love’s Field.