Tennessee and Oklahoma State have joined the top five of Week 8's softball Power Rankings, with Oklahoma maintaining the top spot and Duke moving up three places after a successful weekend. Tennessee's 20-game winning streak was broken by a loss to Auburn, while Oklahoma State's impressive performance against Texas earned them the fifth spot.

By the Numbers
  • Oklahoma has only one loss in the season, standing at 31-1 after sweeping Kansas.
  • Aminah Vega of Duke had a standout 4-for-4 day with multiple homers against Virginia Tech.
Yes, But

Despite their loss to Auburn, Tennessee has been on a remarkable winning streak since the Mary Nutter tournament.

State of Play
  • Oklahoma and Duke lead the rankings, with Tennessee facing Georgia in the upcoming weekend.
  • LSU climbed in the rankings following a sweep over Texas AM, while Washington prepares for a series against Oregon.
What's Next

Top-ranked Oklahoma will face Texas, while Florida looks to improve after a series win over Mississippi State.

Bottom Line

The latest rankings reflect the fierce competition in collegiate softball, with key matchups ahead shaping the landscape of the sport as teams aim to solidify their positions.