The University of Oklahoma Sooners baseball team received a spirited sendoff from their fans as they departed for Lawrence, Kansas, to face the Kansas Jayhawks in the Super Regional round of the NCAA Tournament. This weekend’s series is a crucial step towards securing a spot in the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska.
Fans Rally Behind Sooners
Before the team left Norman, Oklahoma, fans gathered outside Kimrey Family Stadium to show their support and encouragement. The Sooners, who recently upset Georgia Tech to win the Atlanta Regional, are now focused on overcoming their former Big 12 rivals, the Kansas Jayhawks.
The best-of-three series will commence at 5 p.m. on Saturday at Hoglund Ballpark, with the opening game being broadcast on ESPN2. Game 2 is scheduled for 5 p.m. on Sunday, and if necessary, a decisive Game 3 will take place on Monday.
Path to the College World Series
The Sooners enter the Lawrence Super Regional with a 36-22 record, while the Jayhawks boast a 45-16 record, having finished at the top of the Big 12 regular season standings and winning the conference tournament. The winner of this Super Regional will join seven other teams in Omaha to compete for the national title.
The community’s support is vital as the Sooners aim to advance further in the tournament. The team’s journey has been marked by determination and skill, and they hope to continue their success against a formidable Kansas team.
Original reporting: KOCO Sports (Oklahoma City) — read the source article.
