OU Native Finally Receives Offer from Head Coach Gasso After Impressive Summer; Sooners Earn Two ESPY Nominations
Norman, OK – The University of Oklahoma community is buzzing with excitement as a local talent has finally received a long-awaited offer from the esteemed head coach, Patty Gasso. After an impressive summer performance, the OU native’s hard work and dedication have paid off, catching the eye of Coach Gasso, who is known for her keen ability to spot and nurture talent.
The young athlete, whose identity is yet to be disclosed, showcased exceptional skills and an unwavering commitment throughout the summer, making a compelling case for inclusion in the Sooners’ roster. Coach Gasso, recognizing the potential and drive of the athlete, extended an offer that marks a significant milestone in the player’s career.
In addition to this exciting development, the Sooners have more reasons to celebrate. The team has earned two ESPY nominations, a testament to their outstanding performance and dedication over the past season. The nominations highlight the team’s excellence and the hard work put in by both players and coaching staff.
The ESPY nominations come as a recognition of the Sooners’ remarkable achievements, including their impressive run in the NCAA championships and their consistent display of sportsmanship and skill. The team’s efforts have not only brought pride to the university but have also garnered national attention.
As the new season approaches, the anticipation among fans is palpable. The inclusion of the talented OU native and the recent ESPY nominations set a promising tone for what is expected to be an exhilarating season for the Sooners. Fans are eager to see how the new recruit will blend with the existing squad and contribute to the team’s ongoing success.
The University of Oklahoma continues to be a beacon of athletic excellence, and with Coach Gasso at the helm, the future looks incredibly bright for the Sooners.
Sooners receive two ESPY nominations
Oklahoma softball is a finalist for two ESPY awards, including Best Team for the fourth consecutive year.
Fans can vote for the ESPYS until Thursday at 4 p.m. The 2024 ESPYS, an annual award show presented by ESPN since 1993, will be broadcast on Thursday at 7 p.m. on ABC from Los Angeles.
Senior outfielder Jayda Coleman was also nominated for Best Play for her walk-off home run in the Women’s College World Series semifinals against Florida.
None of the last four Oklahoma softball teams have won the Best Team award.
The Sooners will be competing against South Carolina (women’s college basketball), the Kansas City Chiefs (NFL), Michigan (college football), the Las Vegas Aces (WNBA), UConn (men’s college basketball), the Boston Celtics (NBA), the Florida Panthers (NHL), and the Texas Rangers (MLB).
Despite setting an NCAA record for consecutive wins in 2023, the Chiefs won the Best Team award last year. This year’s Oklahoma team has another strong case for the award after becoming the first program to ever complete a four-peat.
Jordy Bahl was nominated for Best Female Athlete in 2023, and Jocelyn Alo won that award in 2022 after breaking the career home run record.
The only Oklahoma team to ever win an ESPY for Best Team was the 2000-01 national champion football team.
Coleman’s extra-innings home run was nominated alongside Anthony Edwards’ dunk against the Utah Jazz, Alabama’s 4th and 31 conversion to beat Auburn, and Lamar Jackson’s completion to himself in the AFC Championship Game. Coleman’s final career home run was one of the defining moments of the Sooners’ championship run.
No Oklahoma player has ever won an ESPY for Best Play, but the school was on the losing side of the award in 2007 when Boise State won it.
