INTERESTING: Everything Oklahoma coach Patty Gasso said after Sooners beat Tennessee in WCWS……

 

INTERESTING: Everything Oklahoma Coach Patty Gasso Said After Sooners Beat Tennessee in WCWS

 

On Thursday night at Hall of Fame Stadium in Oklahoma City, the Oklahoma Sooners continued their remarkable run of dominance in college softball with a 9-0 rout of Tennessee. The win extended their NCAA record win streak to 50 games and secured a spot in the WCWS semifinals. After the game, head coach Patty Gasso addressed the media, offering a blend of reflection, motivation, strategy, and gratitude that only a four-time national champion could deliver.

 

Here’s everything she said — and what it means — after the Sooners stamped their authority on another postseason.

 

 

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“I’m extremely proud of this team and the way they played. Pretty flawless.”

 

Patty Gasso didn’t sugarcoat her thoughts on the performance — Oklahoma’s effort was near-perfect. The Sooners scored early and often, piling up six runs in the third inning and riding elite pitching to their 50th straight win.

 

> “They just played with such clarity. Offensively, we were aggressive, smart, and opportunistic. We put pressure on Tennessee from the start.”

 

 

 

The Sooners recorded nine hits, including home runs by Tiare Jennings and Kinzie Hansen, and never allowed the Lady Vols to settle into a rhythm. It was classic Oklahoma softball — fast, fearless, and fundamentally sound.

 

 

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“We don’t talk about [the streak]. We really don’t.”

 

Despite having the longest win streak in NCAA softball history, Gasso continues to deflect attention away from numbers and accolades. Her focus remains squarely on the end goal: a national championship.

 

> “Because what we want to do is bring a national championship back to the University of Oklahoma and the state of Oklahoma — because that will never be taken away from us. It will live forever.”

 

 

 

This speaks to the culture she’s cultivated in Norman — a relentless drive for excellence without getting caught up in distractions.

 

 

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“It’s all about matchups for us.”

 

When asked about the decision to start Jordy Bahl in the circle, just two days after she threw a complete game, Gasso gave a peek into the Sooners’ tactical mindset.

 

> “We’re fortunate to have depth. And with the way Jordy competes — she’s just built for these moments. But we look at matchups. What will work against their lineup? What can we do to disrupt their rhythm?”

 

 

 

Bahl threw 3.2 innings of shutout ball, allowing just one hit before giving way to Alex Storako, Kierston Deal, and Nicole May, who completed the combined shutout.

 

 

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“This group has absolutely set a standard that no team will ever — at least in my lifetime — ever beat.”

 

In a heartfelt moment, Gasso became emotional when discussing her seniors — a group that includes Tiare Jennings, Grace Lyons, Kinzie Hansen, and others who have helped power the Sooners to an unmatched era of dominance.

 

> “They’ve cemented themselves in the history books. But more importantly, they’ve changed the way this program is perceived — nationally, globally. They’ve brought a different kind of pride to Oklahoma softball.”

 

 

 

Her words reflect both appreciation and awe for a generation of players who’ve made history routine.

 

 

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“If we’re about the welfare of the student-athlete… then do something.”

 

Gasso once again criticized the NCAA’s scheduling for the WCWS, calling attention to the late game times and quick turnarounds between contests.

 

> “Having these guys get home at three in the morning and then prepare for the next day — it completely throws off your rhythm of sleep, hydration, of eating. It wasn’t fair to either team to sit around and wait that long.”

 

 

 

Her remarks are part of a growing chorus of coaches who believe the format needs reform, especially as the sport continues to grow in popularity and pressure increases on players.

 

 

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“They’re just having fun. And that’s when they’re at their most dangerous.”

 

Gasso noted that a key ingredient in the Sooners’ success is joy — the kind that comes from trust, chemistry, and preparation.

 

> “We prepare hard. We compete hard. But we also laugh. We enjoy each other. And when they play loose — that’s when the magic happens.”

 

 

 

It’s a reminder that despite the stakes, Oklahoma hasn’t lost its sense of identity. They’re not just winning — they’re enjoying the ride.

 

 

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“This isn’t easy. I know it looks easy from the outside, but it’s not.”

 

After beating Tennessee so decisively, Gasso reminded reporters that the process behind the performance is grueling. Nothing about 50 wins in a row — or back-to-back-to-back titles — comes easy.

 

> “There’s pressure. Expectations. Criticism. These players carry a lot. And yet, they rise above it. They block out the noise. That takes character.”

 

 

 

Her comments serve as a shield for her players, who are often placed under the spotlight not just for their talent, but for how “perfect” their run seems.

 

 

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“They will never be forgotten.”

 

In closing, Gasso summed up the emotional weight of coaching a team that could very well go down as the greatest in softball history.

 

> “What this group has done — for this program, this university, and this sport — will echo for years. It’s not just about championships. It’s about how they carried themselves. The legacy they leave. They will never be forgotten.”

 

 

 

 

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Final Thoughts

 

Patty Gasso didn’t just coach her team to another WCWS semifinal. She led them with heart, humility, and an unwavering belief in the values that built a dynasty: discipline, joy, and togetherness.

 

Her words after the Tennessee win tell the story of a coach who knows the pressure of being great — and the privilege of coaching a group that might be even better than the record b

ooks can explain.

 

And if history is any indicator, Gasso’s Sooners aren’t finished writing their legacy just yet.