Top-Seeded Oklahoma Defeats LSU 4-1 in SEC Softball Quarterfinals

In their Southeastern Conference (SEC) Softball Tournament debut, the top-seeded Oklahoma Sooners defeated ninth-seed LSU 4-1, propelled by a dominant pitching performance from junior Sam Landry. Landry pitched seven innings, allowing just one hit and one earned run, striking out seven batters and nearly achieving the first solo no-hitter in SEC Tournament history. The Sooners scored early, capitalizing on LSU’s pitching struggles, including three walks and a hit-by-pitch that led to the first run, and Cydney Sanders contributed significantly with a two-run homer in the fifth inning. LSU’s only run came in the sixth inning on a sacrifice fly after loading the bases, but Landry and the Sooners' defense held firm to secure the win. This victory marked Oklahoma’s first postseason game won outside Oklahoma since 2017, and the Sooners advanced to the semifinals where they will face the winner of Tennessee and Arkansas. Landry credited her success to trusting her defense and maintaining control over hitters throughout the game.