When the NCAA released the first softball RPI rankings of 2026 on Monday, Oklahoma was ranked 14th. Yet, based on the streak of dominance by the Sooners in the past 13 games, one would expect a much higher placement from a team with a 24-2 record that outscored opponents 116-8 over a single weekend.
The factor that tanked Oklahoma below the top 10 most likely comes down to their relatively weak strength of schedule. Seven of the 18 opponents the Sooners have beaten so far this season have a losing record, though the Sooners fared better at the No.