The Oklahoma State Cowgirls faced a tough loss against the Oklahoma Sooners in their first Bedlam match of the season, ending in a 2-0 defeat. This loss marks the Cowgirls' first home defeat to the Sooners since 2016. The Sooners dominated, outshooting the Cowgirls 13-5 and securing all five shots on goal. Despite some possession for OSU, they struggled to create clear scoring opportunities, ultimately resulting in their disappointing performance. OSU coach Colin Carmichael emphasized the need to improve their chances moving forward.

By the Numbers
  • OU outshot OSU 13 to 5.
  • OU had a 5-0 advantage in shots on goal.
  • OU led in corner kicks 8 to 4.
State of Play
  • The Cowgirls are now 1-1-1 through their first three games of the season.
  • This marks the first time OSU has lost back-to-back matches to OU since 2016.
What's Next

The Cowgirls will face Mississippi State next Thursday, aiming to rebound from their recent losses and improve their overall performance.

Bottom Line

Despite a historic advantage in the series, OSU's recent defeats highlight a pressing need for the Cowgirls to refine their offensive strategies and move past this setback quickly to salvage their season.