No. 15 Oklahoma Christian ended a 17-game losing streak against No. 22 UT Tyler by sweeping the doubleheader, winning 7-3 and 7-5. After a rocky start to the season, UT Tyler, the two-time defending national champion, had surged with a 33-6 record before this setback. Ella Resendiz dominated in the first game with 6.2 innings and only three runs allowed, while Jill Dickson secured her first save. Kiley Brewster, Danae Lopez, Marti Yaerger, and Madi Drummond contributed significantly with multiple hits in both games. With this victory, Oklahoma Christian improved to 36-11 overall and 28-8 in the LSC, setting the course for their next matchup.

By the Numbers
  • Oklahoma Christian snapped UT Tyler's 11-game win streak with the doubleheader wins.
  • Danae Lopez extended her hitting streak to 11 games and on-base streak to 23 games.
State of Play
  • Oklahoma Christian is riding momentum after ending a long losing streak against UT Tyler.
  • The team is poised for one final non-conference regular season game against Northeastern State.
What's Next

Oklahoma Christian will look to build on this success in their upcoming game against Northeastern State, with a goal to enhance their playoff seeding as the regular season winds down.

Bottom Line

The doubleheader sweep signifies a turning point for Oklahoma Christian, showcasing their potential and resilience. This newfound momentum could be critical as they approach the final stretch of the season.