Oklahoma Beats UNC 9-5 Forces Decisive Regional Baseball Game

The Oklahoma Sooners baseball team concluded their 2025 season with a loss to No. 5 national seed North Carolina in a decisive game seven at Boshamer Stadium, ending their run at 38-22. Oklahoma had pushed the Tar Heels to the brink, including a 9-5 victory in game six driven by a strong offensive surge, highlighted by Drew Dickerson's home run that helped break a close game in the sixth inning. Despite the Sooners' efforts, North Carolina's pitching depth and timely hitting in game seven overwhelmed Oklahoma, with early scoring and a key two-run double propelling UNC to a 14-4 win. The Sooners' pitching staff was stretched thin after heavy use in previous games, forcing coach Skip Johnson to rely on less experienced arms who struggled to contain the Tar Heel offense. UNC advances to the Super Regional round with a 45-13 record, while Oklahoma's season ends after a hard-fought regional final series. The series showcased resilience from both teams but ultimately highlighted North Carolina's ability to capitalize on Oklahoma's pitching vulnerabilities.