Sydney Berzon Stays at Oklahoma, Rejects Rivals. Oklahoma Sooners softball gets huge 2026 boost as star pitcher Sydney Berzon confirms her return, turning down Texas, Florida, and UCLA. The LSU transfer stated:
“Unfinished business in Norman. Let’s run it back.”
Her decision cements OU’s top-ranked pitching staff alongside Sam Landry and Audrey Lowry. Rivals aggressively pursued Berzon, but OU’s NIL deals and championship culture prevailed.
With Berzon returning, Oklahoma becomes early favorites for the 2026 WCWS. The Sooners retain 7 starters from their 2025 squad, including Ella Parker and Kasidi Pickering, plus three All-Americans.
Head coach Patty Gasso praised Berzon:
“She’s a generational talent who embodies our program’s values.”
Berzon will lead OU’s fall exhibitions before their February 5 opener against Washington at Love’s Field.
Fans erupted online with #BerzonIsBack trending, calling this OU’s biggest offseason victory. The Sooners’ 2026 roster now combines elite returning talent with the nation’s No. 2 recruiting class, positioning them for another title run.
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