Barring transfer portal departures, the Sooners are set to carry six pitchers in 2026, but does the roster need one more experienced arm?

The sport is ultra-competitive, yet for decades, softball players have brought a light-hearted nature to dugouts and the vibe of the games, complete with cheers, chants, dances and props.

Even before Bri Ellis put together her National Player of the Year season, the Arkansas Razorbacks and Courtney Deifel signed a strong class for 2025. They'll add four top-40 players, including Timmerman, who's the No. 3 pitcher in the class.

Keep track of all the roster moves the Sooners make ahead of the 2026 softball season with the Sooners on SI tracker.

Reigning NCAA softball champion Oklahoma will look to avoid elimination Sunday against Oregon in the 2025 WCWS. Follow along for live updates.