The Sooners, under head coach Jennie Baranczyk, have earned a No. 5 seed in the NCAA Tournament after a successful regular season, aiming for a deeper postseason run compared to previous years.

The Big Picture

The team's retooled roster, improved turnover management, enhanced defense, and the infusion of new talent position them better for tournament success this year.

By the Numbers
  • Sooners committed 17.2 turnovers per game in 2022, a notable improvement from previous seasons.
  • During conference play, Sooners averaged 14.5 turnovers with a leading assist-to-turnover ratio in the Big 12 (1.44).
State of Play
  • Sooners will face Florida Gulf Coast in the NCAA Tournament, a team with 21 consecutive wins.
  • Improved defense ranking in the conference and limiting turnovers suggest a more competitive edge for the team this year.
What's Next

The upcoming games against challenging opponents will test the strength of the Sooners' revamped gameplay strategies and new roster dynamics.

Bottom Line

With a revamped roster, improved turnover management, and enhanced defense, the Sooners are poised for a stronger NCAA Tournament performance this year, aiming to achieve a deep tournament run under Baranczyk's leadership.