Sooner Smiths LIVE #38 Title: OKLAHOMA had bad losses and a Great WIN | Oklahoma Football Recruiting

Hosts: Chad Smith & Tierani Smith

Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026 (rescheduled from Monday)

Platform: YouTube (OklahomaVOCFB) + cross-posted to X/Facebook

A casual, family-style live show with newborn Drake making several appearances. The episode covers Oklahoma sports highs and lows: heartbreaking softball elimination, a thrilling baseball comeback win, Thunder playoff disappointment, appreciation for longtime golf coach Ryan Hibble, and positive football recruiting news.

1. Oklahoma Softball – WCWS Elimination (Mississippi State Series)

• Oklahoma missed the Women’s College World Series for the first time in 10 years (2nd time in 15).
• Strong criticism of Game 1: Miley starting instead of ace, Abby Dayton not in lineup/field → poor vibes and energy.
• Major defensive errors (especially at 3B) led to 9 runs in two innings.
• Game 2: Explosive 7-run inning but offense otherwise quiet.
• Game 3: Early deficit, lack of fight, swinging for fences instead of consistent hitting.
• Broader issues discussed: pitching depth concerns, lack of captains/leaders (freshmen stepping up), pressure of playing at Oklahoma, and failure to sweep weaker teams earlier.

2. Softball 2026 Recruiting Class

• Strong incoming class highlighted, especially pitching.
• Notable commits: Goose, EK Smith, Malaya, Keegan Baker (elite in-state), plus top position players (Finley Williams, Riley Hillyard, etc.).
• Optimism for rebound despite this year’s disappointment.

3. Oklahoma Baseball – Super Regional Run

• Dramatic comeback win from losers’ bracket vs. Georgia Tech.
• Highlight: Walk-off or late heroics with a massive home run (Taki?).
• Advancing to face Kansas in Lawrence Super Regional.
• Hosts very bullish on the team’s momentum.

4. Viral Clip / Comedy Break

• Humorous/low-effort defensive play by a female athlete (Audrey Vander?) missing a home run at the wall.
• Sparked discussion on effort, criticism in women’s sports, and comparison to past stars like Jada Coleman.

5. Oklahoma City Thunder Playoff Exit

• Heartbreaking loss to San Antonio (injuries to key players like JDub and others).
• Frustration with Chet Holmgren’s limited impact and non-factor performance.
• Praise for SGA; criticism of role players missing open shots.
• Tangent on flopping in NBA, refereeing, and playing within the rules of the current game.

6. Golf Coach Ryan Hibble Departure

• Longtime OU coach (17 seasons) leaving for Georgia Tech (closer to family/Atlanta roots).
• Hosts give glowing tribute: turned program into national powerhouse, multiple national titles, produced tons of All-Americans and PGA Tour players (Abraham Ancer, Brad Dalke, Max McGreevy, etc.).
• Emotional send-off and well-wishes.

7. Oklahoma Football Recruiting (2027 Cycle)

• Strong recent commits:
  • Gabriel Osborne (4-star, freak athlete DL/Edge, beat out Alabama, Michigan, Ohio State, Miami).
  • Other top-40 commits: Cooper Hackett (5-star), Synica Driver (top TE), Kaden Penny, Cooper Whitten, etc.
• Emphasis on offensive line and tight end talent additions.

• Honest disappointment in softball + Thunder.
• Excitement for baseball and football recruiting.
• Light-hearted family moments with baby Drake and banter between Chad & Tierani.
• Community-focused (shoutouts to live chat members like Seagull Outdoors, Steve, etc.).

Runtime: ~1 hour 1 minute.

Standout Quote: “If you’re choosing to play at Oklahoma, you have to be able to handle that pressure.” — Tierani Smith

Great episode for OU fans wanting raw, unfiltered takes mixed with family charm. Boomer Sooner!

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SOFTBALL SUPERS | Oklahoma Football | Sooner Smiths LIVE #37 Hosts: Chad Smith & Tierani (T) Smith Date Aired: May 19, 2026 Channel: OklahomaVOCFB (Voice of College Football)

A lively family-friendly Oklahoma sports show featuring new parents Chad and Tierani Smith (with their 2-month-old son Drake making several appearances). The episode focuses heavily on Oklahoma Sooners softball advancing to Super Regionals, light football recruiting/news, and a fun interactive "Name That Sooner" silhouette game. The hosts also touch on Thunder basketball playoff woes.

Softball (Main Topic)

• Oklahoma dominates regionals, defeating Michigan 8-1 and advancing with strong pitching and offense.
• Patty Gasso praise: Hosts note Chad’s early-season bold prediction about Oklahoma making another deep run proved correct.
• Stats highlighted: 13-0 in NCAA postseason, 19 straight regional wins, 16th consecutive Super Regional appearance.
• Upcoming Super Regional vs. Mississippi State (starts Friday at noon):
  • Mississippi State is described as scrappy with quality wins over top SEC teams.
  • Key MSU pitchers (Alyssa Faircloth, etc.) noted for strong ERAs and strikeout ability.
  • Patty Gasso’s strong record vs. former assistants (8-0 vs. Sam Ricketts).
• Batting discussion: Praise for power hitting but concerns about pop-ups (especially Kendall Wells) and the need to make consistent contact against better pitching.
• Outlook: Optimistic for another Women’s College World Series appearance (potential 10th straight).

Football Updates

• Recruiting: Crystal ball update on 2027 4-star TE Ben Kolar (Norman North).
• General notes on Brent Venables, NIL/GM structure, and program direction.
• Mention of President Harroz interview with Ryan Bosworth (highly recommended by Chad for insights on SEC move, NIL, etc.).

Thunder Basketball

• Loss to Spurs in double overtime (122-115).
• Strong individual performance from Alex Caruso; frustration with SGA and JDub not playing at peak levels.
• Discussion of physical play, officiating, and Victor Wembanyama’s impact.

Fun Segments

• "Name That Sooner" Silhouette Game: Interactive guessing game with traditional OU softball starters (Ella Parker, Kai Miner, Kendall Wells, Gabby Garcia, etc.). Viewers in chat participated.
• Baby Drake segments: Adorable (and chaotic) moments with the infant in the bouncer, including diaper changes and pacifier breaks.
• Sponsor shoutout: FanDuel.
• Community engagement: Encouragement to like, comment, retweet, and use Super Chats (“Drake’s College Fund”).

• Chad on Patty Gasso: “Streets is saying Patty Wash.”
• Hosts balancing new parenthood with podcasting (mic issues, baby cries, umbrella for bouncer).
• Light-hearted rants on ads, refereeing, and Georgia players getting arrested for speeding.

Overall Tone: Casual, fun, optimistic, and community-oriented. Perfect for Oklahoma fans looking for relaxed analysis mixed with family charm.

Great episode for Sooner softball fans heading into Super Regionals weekend! Boomer Sooner.

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