In the 2024 Women's College World Series Championship, Oklahoma and Texas faced off in a highly anticipated matchup. Both teams had proven themselves to be formidable opponents throughout the tournament, making for an exciting series.
Oklahoma started strong with a dominating performance in Game 1. The Sooners' experience shone through as they defeated top-seeded Texas with an impressive 8-3 victory. Senior players on Oklahoma understood the importance of staying grounded during their time on the field, and this mindset paid off.
Graduate transfer Kelly Maxwell earned her second consecutive start and win for Oklahoma. She allowed just four hits while striking out eight, proving to be a valuable asset to the team. Tiare Jennings hit a two-run homer in the first inning, Kinzie Hansen and Kasidi Pickering hit back-to-back home runs in the third, and Oklahoma's pitching staff held Texas' offense at bay.
Texas mustered a rally in the bottom of the sixth with two runs scored on RBIs from Katie Stewart and Joley Mitchell. However, it was not enough to overcome Oklahoma's early lead.
In Game 2, Oklahoma continued their winning streak by securing their fourth consecutive national championship with a score of 8-4 against Texas. Cydney Sanders hit a powerful shot in the fourth inning that brought all three runners home, giving the Sooners a significant lead.
Despite Texas' valiant efforts, they were unable to overcome Oklahoma's consistent performance and strong pitching rotation. The Longhorns turned 30 double plays throughout the season, tying with the 2022 squad for most in a single season. However, it was not enough to secure a win against the Sooners.
The Women's College World Series Championship Series saw both teams give their all on the field. Oklahoma's experience and strong pitching proved to be decisive factors in their victory over Texas.