Sooners Dominate Cowgirls in Bedlam Showdown
OKLAHOMA CITY (Interstat) — In a commanding display of efficiency and defensive pressure, the Oklahoma Sooners women’s basketball team delivered a decisive 92-70 victory over the Oklahoma State Cowgirls on Saturday afternoon at a sold-out Paycom Center.
A crowd of 10,552 witnessed the Sooners, now 11-1, dismantle their in-state rivals by dominating nearly every facet of the game. The 10-2 Cowgirls, despite a strong start, were ultimately overwhelmed by Oklahoma’s relentless attack and a stifling defense that created a stark disparity in playmaking.
The most critical phase of the contest arrived in the third quarter. Leading 42-37 at halftime, the Sooners erupted for 30 points in the period, effectively putting the game out of reach. They shot a blistering 12 of 19 from the field in the quarter while holding Oklahoma State to 19 points on 7-of-21 shooting. This surge transformed a competitive matchup into a comfortable lead, showcasing Oklahoma’s ability to shift gears and execute at a championship level.
Oklahoma’s offensive engine was powered by a balanced and unselfish attack. Raegan Beers, the 6-foot-4 transfer from Littleton, Colorado, was the focal point, scoring 22 points and grabbing 12 rebounds in just 27 minutes. Her interior presence provided a consistent scoring threat and opened opportunities for her teammates.
Those teammates capitalized frequently. Sahara Williams of Waterloo, Iowa, filled the stat sheet with 18 points, seven assists, four rebounds and two blocks. Point guard Aaliyah Chavez from Lubbock, Texas, orchestrated the offense with 15 points, seven rebounds and six assists. Zya Vann, a local product from Edmond, Oklahoma, added 15 points, while Payton Verhulst of De Soto, Kansas, contributed 10 points, nine rebounds and four assists.
The Sooners’ ball movement was exceptional, finishing with 12 assists compared to just four for the Cowgirls. Defensively, Oklahoma was even more disruptive, registering 12 steals and seven blocks. Oklahoma State committed 18 turnovers, which the Sooners converted into 23 points.
Oklahoma State was led by the scoring of Micah Gray, an Oklahoma City native who finished with 22 points. Jadyn Wooten of Overland Park, Kansas, added 15 points, and Haleigh Timmer from Rapid City, South Dakota, scored 11. However, the Cowgirls struggled to find an offensive rhythm against Oklahoma’s pressure, shooting just 37.8% from the field and 28.1% from three-point range.
The Sooners were efficient with their possessions, posting an offensive rating of 103.7 points per 100 possessions. They shot 51.3% from the floor overall and outrebounded Oklahoma State 46-40. The Cowgirls managed an offensive rating of just 80.2.
Oklahoma set the tone early, leading 21-20 after a back-and-forth first quarter. They extended the margin to five by halftime before their decisive third-quarter run sealed the outcome. The Sooners have now won five consecutive games since their only loss of the season to UCLA in early November.
Oklahoma State will look to rebound quickly, hosting Tulsa on Monday. Oklahoma’s next contest is a home game against North Carolina Central on Dec. 22 before entering Southeastern Conference play in the new year.