July 11, 20232 yr 56 minutes ago, Js1 said: Someone posted on Reddit “I’m hearing Texas for Maxwell” Omg. Please god let this be true!🤞
July 11, 20232 yr Author 14 hours ago, Rickylovesweed said: If Texas added Maxwell and the ND player who would have a better roster than us? OU? That might be it. I would still like a big power bat (ie, 15-20 HRs) but adding another infielder from ND with 10+ HR power + Maxwell would make us a legit contender. Atwood Brandon, Cimusz or a freshman Goode Martinez Mitchell Dayton/Maloney/Scott Maxwell, Morgan, Gutierrez, Kavan + Simpson/Czech in the pen Edited July 11, 20232 yr by Js1
July 11, 20232 yr This would be a direct karma repayment for Miranda Elish if Maxwell comes to Texas. Hopefully OKST just wants Maxwell to be happy
July 11, 20232 yr 9 minutes ago, perfectchaos007 said: This would be a direct karma repayment for Miranda Elish if Maxwell comes to Texas. Hopefully OKST just wants Maxwell to be happy Does Maxwell really want to come to Texas?? Inquiring minds want to know.
July 11, 20232 yr Author 2 minutes ago, orangeut said: Does Maxwell really want to come to Texas?? Inquiring minds want to know. She’s from Texas, White is a well known pitching coach and has Texas has a roster to compete. It’s missing a real shutdown swing and miss ace. I don’t see why she wouldn’t consider us if she wants to be closer to home. Better option than UH, LSU, aggy, Baylor and we can pay
July 11, 20232 yr 1 hour ago, Js1 said: She’s from Texas, White is a well known pitching coach and has Texas has a roster to compete. It’s missing a real shutdown swing and miss ace. I don’t see why she wouldn’t consider us if she wants to be closer to home. Better option than UH, LSU, aggy, Baylor and we can pay This....This would be a huge pickup for Texas. She is a legitimate ace that can shut down almost any lineup when she is on.
July 11, 20232 yr Author Also for the validity of the post by that person on Reddit - They created a post titled "Jordy Bahl likely to transfer to Nebraska within days" like 4 days before she announced she was headed to Nebraska.
July 11, 20232 yr 1 minute ago, idigTexas said: So hope for this: But prepare for this: Timely references considering the trailer for the new Willy Wonka movie just released an hour or so ago. Timothee Chalomet is the new Wonka
July 11, 20232 yr I'll stick with option 1. One of those other two is clearly running things in the facility that Js1 posted.
July 11, 20232 yr 2 minutes ago, perfectchaos007 said: Timely references considering the trailer for the new Willy Wonka movie just released an hour or so ago. Timothee Chalomet is the new Wonka
July 11, 20232 yr I'm just gonna assume this is happening. Now if we could just get a big chick that hits bombs.
July 11, 20232 yr 35 minutes ago, bschoolprof said: I'm just gonna assume this is happening. Now if we could just get a big chick that hits bombs. Since Jordyn Whittaker is defective maybe we can trade her in for a replacement in the same automotive class Edited July 11, 20232 yr by perfectchaos007
July 11, 20232 yr Author Unfortunately, I just don't think we have an Alo, Kiki Malloy, etc. in the cards in the portal. What we do have - Atwood and Goode are likely double digit HR hitters as sophomores (Atwood had 11 last year, Goode had 8 ) Martinez had 5 as a freshman, so hopefully she can hit 8-12 as a sophomore If we are truly getting Mitchell, she is also a double digit HR hitter (10 as a senior at ND this past season) Cimusz has potential to be a double digit HR hitter, or close to it (9 as a freshman, but had a sopohmore slump) Hopefully a healthy Bella is able to get back to hitting 5-8 HR next year Katie Stewart and Victoria Hunter are your incoming freshman with the HR power I'd also like to see more out of Brandon with consistent playing time - she does look like a good lefty hitter with power In the past 10 season, we'd never had a season with 3 or more double digit HR hitters. Usually 2 (Stephens/Thom, Stephens/Shireman, Iakopo/Rhodes, Day/Iakopo), though 2020 might have been the year, as we had three players with 4 and one player with 5 when she season got shut down. But I really do think McCombs is just not a HR park - 18 is still the single season program record. The god damn OF fences are so insanely high. Edited July 11, 20232 yr by Js1
July 12, 20232 yr Saw a bit of B12 Commisioner Brett Yormark's press conference at B12 Media Days. He remarked that B12 will (quote) "double down" on maintaining the current championship sites for all sports. Presents a possible power struggle with OU and their fans since they would likely petition the SEC to move to OK City which is a great venue, albeit the weather. Will be interesting to see the thoughts of the sponsor Phillips 66. Very likely the SEC Tournament will continue on a rotational host basis. McCombs needs some immediate upgrades. Perhaps lower the fences and have better seating in right field with the addition of fan friendly seating/areas with awnings, etc like other SEC sites.
July 12, 20232 yr Author 19 minutes ago, torre said: Very likely the SEC Tournament will continue on a rotational host basis Very likely, especially with OU opening a new stadium soon. Current rotation as announced is Auburn (2024), UGA (2025), Kentucky (2026), LSU (2027), Missouri (2028) and Ole Miss (2029). So the earliest it could be in Austin or Norman is 2030, unless one of the other schools lets Texas/OU jump the line. And we'd be behind aggy and Miss St. and South Carolina in the pecking order based on tenure. The Big 12 only has an agreement with ASA Hall of Fame Stadium for 2 more years (through 2025). So the SEC has two options: Try to gain a foothold at ASA for their tournament after the Big 12 agreement ends in 2025 and end the rotation early Convince ASA to do a shorter-term agreement with the Big 12 (like a 10 year deal) to allow a full rotation of SEC schools before pushing it to ASA permanently Florida, Alabama, Arkansas and Tennessee have already hosted (2019-2023, not counting 2020) Auburn, UGA, Kentucky, LSU, Missouri and Ole Miss are on the schedule to host Which means they'd need to let Texas, OU, aggy, Miss St. and SC host before moving it somewhere permanent. So the earliest would be 2035. If they ditch the rotation early and move it permanently prior to the 5 schools above getting to host, it would mean Texas, OU, aggy, and Miss St. will have never hosted an SEC softball tournament. South Carolina hosted 1997 and 2000. Missouri has also never hosted, but are slated for 2028. Edited July 12, 20232 yr by Js1
July 12, 20232 yr Author Also not expecting Maxwell news anytime soon - not sure if she got to take visits or not after she jumped into the portal, but she's currently playing in the Women's Softball World Cup this month.
July 12, 20232 yr Author Also the Big 12 should be looking to move the tournament to campuses. Showcase some of your new schools. It’ll just be 95% Ok State crowd with OU gone
July 12, 20232 yr 1 hour ago, Js1 said: Very likely, especially with OU opening a new stadium soon. Current rotation as announced is Auburn (2024), UGA (2025), Kentucky (2026), LSU (2027), Missouri (2028) and Ole Miss (2029). So the earliest it could be in Austin or Norman is 2030, unless one of the other schools lets Texas/OU jump the line. And we'd be behind aggy and Miss St. and South Carolina in the pecking order based on tenure. The Big 12 only has an agreement with ASA Hall of Fame Stadium for 2 more years (through 2025). So the SEC has two options: Try to gain a foothold at ASA for their tournament after the Big 12 agreement ends in 2025 and end the rotation early Convince ASA to do a shorter-term agreement with the Big 12 (like a 10 year deal) to allow a full rotation of SEC schools before pushing it to ASA permanently Florida, Alabama, Arkansas and Tennessee have already hosted (2019-2023, not counting 2020) Auburn, UGA, Kentucky, LSU, Missouri and Ole Miss are on the schedule to host Which means they'd need to let Texas, OU, aggy, Miss St. and SC host before moving it somewhere permanent. So the earliest would be 2035. If they ditch the rotation early and move it permanently prior to the 5 schools above getting to host, it would mean Texas, OU, aggy, and Miss St. will have never hosted an SEC softball tournament. South Carolina hosted 1997 and 2000. Missouri has also never hosted, but are slated for 2028. Texas is hosting the SEC Championships in 32-33 per the SEC handout in May. 23 - Arkansas 24 - Auburn 25 - Georgia 26 - Kentucky 27 - Mississippi 28 - Missouri 29 - Mississippi State 30 - Souf Carolina 31 - Texas A&M 32 - Oklahoma 33 - Texas 34 - Tennessee 35 - LSU
July 14, 20232 yr Author Scary rumor Maxwell and Vawter are both headed to UF to join Jocelyn Erickson and the #1 ranked recruiting class
July 14, 20232 yr Thread on Reddit says Maxwell to Florida and will announce when she gets back to the states. Should have read the whole story. Duh Edited July 14, 20232 yr by HollidayHorn Dumbass
July 14, 20232 yr Author 14 minutes ago, HollidayHorn said: Thread on Reddit says Maxwell to Florida and will announce when she gets back to the states. Should have read the whole story. Duh I saw that thread too. It said she committed. Then allegedly. Then mentioned Texas and OU still in it. So it was full of conjecture by the poster
July 14, 20232 yr Florida softball dipped into the transfer portal for another impact bat, signing former Oklahoma catcher/utility player Jocelyn Erickson on Thursday. Erickson batted .337 in her freshman season for the national champion Sooners in 2023, finishing the year with 32 RBIs, 25 runs scored and 18 extra-base hits. Florida apparently spending $$$
July 14, 20232 yr Author 48 minutes ago, Cairn Horn88 said: Florida apparently spending $$$ They can also offer the most playing time bc they eschewed the portal last year to not upset the #1 incoming recruiting class. Going for a couple one year pitching rentals isn’t a bad option and doesn’t hurt the incoming kids too much
July 14, 20232 yr Author Also OU is probably out on Maxwell after this pickup. Of course, Liberty to OU is basically just changing rooms at Sunday school Quote As a junior in 2023, Keeney was an iron woman for the Flames, appearing in 48 games and throwing 261.2 innings pitched. She was 27-12 with a 2.03 ERA and an opponents batting average of .229. Keeney threw 27 complete games, including five shutouts last season to help lead Liberty to the NCAA tournament.
July 15, 20232 yr Florida must have a good NIL foundation in place. They're been buying almost every major track and field transfer for the last 2 years. They're also doing well in the baseball portal.
July 17, 20232 yr On 7/13/2023 at 9:10 PM, Js1 said: Scary rumor Maxwell and Vawter are both headed to UF to join Jocelyn Erickson and the #1 ranked recruiting class They’ll be sorry….Tim Walton is a Dick
July 17, 20232 yr Author It does appear Taryn Kern is NOT headed to OU, but Stanford. Gasso going to miss out on Kern and Maxwell and Vawter? I did not see that coming. Keeney is a good pickup, and Monticello has potential, but I don't see the big scary transfer offensive player to replace who they lost.
July 18, 20232 yr 21 hours ago, Js1 said: It does appear Taryn Kern is NOT headed to OU, but Stanford. Gasso going to miss out on Kern and Maxwell and Vawter? I did not see that coming. Keeney is a good pickup, and Monticello has potential, but I don't see the big scary transfer offensive player to replace who they lost. Agreed, but as always they have a very talented group of incoming freshmen. I am still holding out hope that Coach White can find some power for the middle of the order to go with all this speed.
July 18, 20232 yr 21 hours ago, Js1 said: It does appear Taryn Kern is NOT headed to OU, but Stanford. Gasso going to miss out on Kern and Maxwell and Vawter? I did not see that coming. Keeney is a good pickup, and Monticello has potential, but I don't see the big scary transfer offensive player to replace who they lost. Mentally it’s for the best. Maybe lose 4-5 in regular season and go into the postseason with some doubters. You need something changed up to get a 4pete. Those just don’t happen.
July 18, 20232 yr Author 10 minutes ago, FloridaHorn said: Agreed, but as always they have a very talented group of incoming freshmen. I am still holding out hope that Coach White can find some power for the middle of the order to go with all this speed. Oh no doubt. But they lost Hayley Lee (14 HR), Grace Lyons (9 HR), Jocelyn Erickson (7 HR), Sophia Nugent (7 HR) and Grace Green (2 HR) in terms of actual college production, both offensively and defensively. Plus Bahl (.90 ERA) and Storako (1.15 ERA). Not every player immediately comes in and embraces the Sooner way - I believe Gasso was quoted that Cydney Sanders had a rough transition to the OU coaching philosophy. It won't be a "rebuilding" year, obviously, they are still a legit contender. But if Texas can get Maxwell, we are legit contenders for the Big 12 with OU. As for us, Goode, Atwood, Cimucz and Mitchell are legit 10+ HR hitters. We will see what the 2 big freshman bats can do, and what kind of jumps offensively someone like Martinez makes. Plus a fully healthy Dayton. Big 12 race should actually be interesting next year. Like, OU isn't going to win the regular season undefeated and likely not by 4+ games. Edited July 18, 20232 yr by Js1
July 18, 20232 yr 2 hours ago, Js1 said: As for us, Goode, Atwood, Cimucz and Mitchell are legit 10+ HR hitters. We will see what the 2 big freshman bats can do, and what kind of jumps offensively someone like Martinez makes. Plus a fully healthy Dayton. Big 12 race should actually be interesting next year. Like, OU isn't going to win the regular season undefeated and likely not by 4+ games. Encouraged by Mitchell's home run prospectus working with Singleton and the warmer weather. Have you seen any reports on OKSt, Baylor, and Tech adding prominent players ? Need a strong conference in final year to further challenge OU. Encouraged by the progress Tech made under Craig Snider in year 1.
July 18, 20232 yr Author 1 minute ago, torre said: Encouraged by Mitchell's home run prospectus working with Singleton and the warmer weather. Have you seen any reports on OKSt, Baylor, and Tech adding prominent players ? Need a strong conference in final year to further challenge OU. Encouraged by the progress Tech made under Craig Snider in year 1. Baylor - not sure Texas Tech - added Aubrey Barnhart (Bama), Jenna Lord (Ole Miss), lost Kaylee Lion Ok State - added Caroline Hudson (Liberty), Macy Graf (Miss St), lost Ballie Runner, Tatum Clopton, Kelly Maxwell That is what I have seen on the master list on Ultimate College Softball
July 18, 20232 yr 5 hours ago, ChiTownDoc said: Mentally it’s for the best. Maybe lose 4-5 in regular season and go into the postseason with some doubters. You need something changed up to get a 4pete. Those just don’t happen. While I'd like the number of Petes to stop at 3, even if it doesn't, it won't change that fact that OU sucks.
July 18, 20232 yr Author Taryn Kern officially to Stanford. Big props for her for going the academic route and not just to OU for a title. OU sucks, etc Florida people very confident Vawter is a done deal, at least
July 18, 20232 yr 8 minutes ago, idigTexas said: While I'd like the number of Petes to stop at 3, even if it doesn't, it won't change that fact that OU sucks. Low blow!
July 19, 20232 yr Author Noles247 said FSU is trying to get both Vawter and Maxwell on campus. They believe Texas is the favorite for Maxwell currently. It sounds like Maxwell will take visits - Texas, UF, FSU, OU, maybe aggy and Tenn too
July 20, 20232 yr Author Methinks the UF side got cocky. Maxwell visited OU and Noles247 thinks Texas is the favorite. Vawter is currently visiting SC. Florida side seemed so cocky that Maxwell and Vawter had already committed Also appears from the third assistant posting on the NFCA website that White is looking for someone with pitching coach experience. Whether he just needs more help or realizes he can’t do third base/overall in-game coaching and pitching coaching remains to be seen Edited July 20, 20232 yr by Js1
July 27, 20232 yr Author “Hook ‘em” tweet from Mike White Maxwell??? Or our new assistant. But the same tweet before Mitchell announced
July 27, 20232 yr 54 minutes ago, Js1 said: “Hook ‘em” tweet from Mike White Maxwell??? Or our new assistant. But the same tweet before Mitchell announced Please let this be Maxwell!🤞
July 27, 20232 yr Author 7 hours ago, mrhorn said: Do we know when she was visiting? She’s been pretty silent on social media
July 27, 20232 yr Author OU fans still think they have her. UF fans still think she’s visiting them before making a decision. So either Maxwell made up her mind early and chose us or we hired an assistant. And it better be a big one, like Cat It’s one or the other or a total unknown, I haven’t seen us linked to any other names in the portal. Vawter definitely is going to end up in the southeast - UF, Georgia, SC, FSU seem to be where she visited
July 28, 20232 yr I don't think it's an assistant. Why would it take a few days for that to become public?
July 28, 20232 yr Author 2 minutes ago, Rickylovesweed said: I don't think it's an assistant. Why would it take a few days for that to become public? That’s what I was literally thinking. No reason to hold off on announcing it?
July 29, 20232 yr 48 minutes ago, Js1 said: That’s what I was literally thinking. No reason to hold off on announcing it?
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