OU Women’s Basketball Faces Texas A&M in SEC Opener Thursday
No. 8 Oklahoma (12-1) is poised to begin its Southeastern Conference (SEC) journey on Thursday evening, facing Texas A&M (7-2) at Reed Arena in College Station, Texas. The game is set to tip off at 7 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on SEC Network+. Fans can also listen through the Sooner Sports Radio Network or tune in Spanish via Los Sooners Radio.
Oklahoma’s Impressive Streak
The Sooners enter this matchup riding an exceptional 11-game winning streak, the second-longest in the program’s history. This impressive run is only behind the 20-game streak achieved by the 2008-09 Final Four team. During this span, Oklahoma has set records by averaging 100.7 points per game and scoring 100 points six times, a program record.
Last Game Highlights
- Oklahoma scored a program record of 126 points in a dominant 126-54 victory over North Carolina Central on December 22.
- Eight different players scored in double figures, highlighting the team’s depth.
- Zya Vann led the team with 21 points and 10 rebounds, achieving her first career double-double.
Oklahoma’s recent performance showcases the team’s explosive offense, currently ranked second nationally in points per game at 96.2. The team’s defense is also formidable, ranking second in opponent field goal percentage at 30.9%.
Game Details
- Date: Thursday, January 1
- Tip Time: 7:00 PM CT
- Location: College Station, Texas
- Arena: Reed Arena
Tickets for the game remain available through the Texas A&M ticket office. Fans can follow live stats during the game.
Series History
This matchup marks the 50th meeting between Oklahoma and Texas A&M. Historically, Oklahoma leads the series 28-21. However, the Sooners face a challenge in College Station, having lost their last six encounters there. The last victory in this venue dates back to 2006.
Upcoming Match
After their clash with Texas A&M, Oklahoma will return home to host Mississippi State on January 4. That game is set for 2 p.m. CT and will also be broadcast on SEC Network+. Last season, Mississippi State handed Oklahoma its only loss to an unranked opponent.
The SEC continues to demonstrate its strength in women’s basketball, with several teams ranked in the top 20 nationally. With the combination of Oklahoma’s talent and SEC competition, fans can expect an exciting game on Thursday.
