Oklahoma Shuts Out Alabama in Norman Super Regional Opener

Oklahoma defeated Alabama 3-0 in the opening game of the NCAA Norman Super Regional, putting the Sooners one win away from advancing to the Women's College World Series. Kasidi Pickering hit a two-run home run in the third inning, while Abigale Dayton contributed with a double and RBI single, providing all the offense needed. Oklahoma's Sam Landry pitched a complete game shutout, allowing just four hits, two walks, and striking out five batters, marking the first Oklahoma Super Regional shutout since 2018. Alabama struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities, leaving seven runners stranded and failing to score despite several chances, with Jocelyn Briski pitching solidly but struggling with pitch location. Oklahoma, the No. 2 overall seed and four-time defending national champion, has now won 17 consecutive games in Super Regional play and can clinch a berth in the WCWS with a win in Game 2. Alabama must win the next two games to advance, with Game 2 scheduled for Saturday and a potential decisive Game 3 on Sunday.