OU Sports Extra
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingTulsa World OU Sports Writers Eric Bailey and Mason Young offer insight and access into the teams, players and coaches for fans who follow the Sooners.
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SEC scheduling in 2024; OU-Texas afternoon kickoff; basketball updates
February 24, 2023 17:40 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBEric and Eli talk about the SEC future for the Sooners, from scheduling (8 or 9 conference games), to OU-Texas afternoon kickoffs. Plus, updates on women's basketball (with a conference title on the line this weekend); men's basketball (tough recent losses); baseball and second-ranked softball (who will pitch against No. 1 UCLA this weekend?); and the gymnastics and wrestling teams. Subscribe to this podcast at: Apple | Google | Spotify Related OU athletics director Joe Castiglione on SEC...
26 newcomers (14 mid-year freshmen enrollees, 12 transfers)
February 17, 2023 21:12 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBUnder Bob Stoops, freshmen didn't talk to media until after their first game. Under Lincoln Riley, freshmen didn't talk to media their first season. Eric and Eli share stories from Peyton Bowen's NLI snafu that opened the door to flipping to OU; quarterback Jackson Arnold and other the mid-year freshmen enrollees and transfer players from their first chance talking to the media. What do they think of new wide receivers coach Emmett Jones? Plus, updates on the basketball, baseball and softbal...
SEC in 2024: Questioning the timing, and what happens next?
February 10, 2023 17:20 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBNews dropped Thursday that OU and Texas are SEC-bound in 2024. Eli and Eric talk about the timing of the announcement; what Sooners fans can anticipate with future scheduling; how will recruiting be impacted? Which Big 12 matchups will be most difficult to say goodbye to during next season's "farewell tour?" Plus, updates on the men's and women's basketball teams; the softball team beginning the season 2-0; and baseball preview. Subscribe to this podcast at: Apple | Google | Spotify Relate...
Big 12 football schedule breakdown
January 31, 2023 21:47 - 10 minutes - 9.47 MBThe Big 12 needed to have the schedule to TV partners by February, so it released just before then. Eli and Eric talk about OU's 2023 opponents, which will no longer include a round-robin in-conference slate due to Big 12 expansion. Subscribe to this podcast at: Apple | Google | Spotify Related Big 12 schedule release: Nov. 4 Bedlam in Stillwater, Sooners get Oct. 21 matchup with UCF, OSU to face all four new schools Contact us Sports Writer Eli Lederman: Email | Twitter | Follow his st...
Women's basketball and gymnastics cruising; men's basketball team struggles
January 25, 2023 21:25 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MB"I'd rather come watch this than the football team." Sooners fans are discovering the dominant women's gymnastics team. Eli and Eric talk all things OU, from the men's basketball team's recent struggles in the tough Big 12 Conference, with a difficult SEC challenge matchup with No. 2 Alabama this weekend. On the flip side, the women's basketball team is ranked in the top-15 nationally and currently leads the conference. Plus, an update on the football front. Will offensive coordinator Jeff L...
No days off in Norman
January 21, 2023 01:41 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this week's episode, the transfer portal is closed, struggles in Stillwater continue, Taylor Robertson is on the verge of an NCAA record and OU's softball and gymnastics teams again have high expectations. Related 'One at a time': Sooners seek to turn Big 12 fortunes starting with Saturday visit from No. 21 GIFs, memes and emojis: An exhaustive accounting of OU QB Dillon Gabriel’s Twitter recruiting game OU sharpshooter Taylor Robertson focused on winning, not breaking 3-point record ...
Sooners' strong showing at KU; latest football roster/coaching staff changes
January 13, 2023 14:49 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB31 second-half free throws for Kansas was too much for the Sooners to overcome at Allen Fieldhouse. Eli Lederman recaps covering the OU-KU basketball game with Eric Bailey; plus the latest football roster and coaching staff moves and Jackson Arnold accolades. The transfer portal window closes Jan. 18, so some more moves are possible. Also, an update on the tied-for-first-in-the-Big 12 women's basketball team. Related Kansas survives 10-point deficit to overcome OU in Lawrence What's more ...
Sooners finish football season strong, despite loss
January 05, 2023 18:56 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBFlorida State was favored, and the Seminoles did ultimately defeat the Sooners in the Cheez-It Bowl, but as Coach Brent Venables said, the postseason was all about setting the foundation for the future. Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey discuss expectations for next season. Plus, an update on the men's and women's basketball teams as Big 12 play begins Related Future Oklahoma quarterback Jackson Arnold tops all passers, rushers in Under Armour All-America Game 'I'm proud of this team': Inside ...
Recruiting recap: Good news all around for Sooners
December 23, 2022 02:14 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBIt was already a solid class, but the next-day addition of Peyton Bowen took Brent Venables' first class to another level. Related Double flip: Five-star safety Peyton Bowen signs with Sooners one day after flipping to Oregon from Notre Dame Exit survey: Sooners class of 2023 on Venables, the coaching staff and the recruiting process with OU OU signing day: Arnold to Adebawore to Omosigho: Breaking down the Sooners’ early signing day class ‘The complete package’: Five-star Sooners QB co...
Early signing preview: Recapping Jackson Arnold and Cayden Green interviews, plus transfer portal watch
December 16, 2022 19:36 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBWe are coming down the homestretch leading up to early signing period. Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey discuss the gem of recruiting class, Denton Guyer quarterback Jackson Arnold, and how the rest of Brent Venables staff's first full run at recruiting is shaping up. This also includes transfer portal watching: Will former Oklahoma State defensive end Trace Ford enter up at OU? Related 5-star OU QB Jackson Arnold tells his story and why he picked the Sooners How did Cayden Green commit to OU...
After Cheez-It Bowl berth, what are Sooners' transfer portal needs?
December 05, 2022 19:50 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBThe Cheez-It Bowl might have been seen as a disappointing result a year ago, but is it now after the 2022 regular season? Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey also discuss player opt-outs; transfer portal players incoming and outgoing; and looking ahead to early signing, which begins Dec. 21. Also, an update on the men's and women's basketball teams. Related Oklahoma will take on Florida State in Cheez-It Bowl Portal, bowl opt-outs, Dec. 21 signing day all converging at a critical moment for the ...
Buy-in level from recruits ahead of Bedlam
November 17, 2022 19:02 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBEli Lederman and Eric Bailey discuss if Bedlam (overall record 90-19-7 in favor of OU) is actually a rivalry for the Sooners. Also, football early signing period begins Dec. 21. Looking ahead to 2023 recruiting, including Kansas City-area commits Adepoju Adebawore and Cayden Green, plus Texas A&M flip and 5-star defensive line David Hicks, who reportedly will also be attending Bedlam. Related With Bedlam's years numbered, OSU cites nonconference scheduling as the issue Guerin Emig: Two...
Biggest chance at bowl eligibility?
November 09, 2022 18:04 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBIt is get-bowl-eligible November instead of Championship November for the Sooners, and this weekend at Morgantown might be OU's best chance to get its sixth win the rest of this season. Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey discuss how West Virginia is an opportunity for a "get-right game" for Oklahoma. Also an update on recruiting as OU football is six weeks from Signing Day; the start of men's and women's basketball seasons and more. Related Guerin Emig: Seeking signs of OU football progress with...
Injuries and returns ahead of Baylor bout; basketball seasons beginning
November 02, 2022 17:31 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBRemember when Baylor kicked a meaningless final field goal against the Sooners last season? Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey discuss injuries and returns for Billy Bowman, Jovantae Barnes, Damond Harmon, Marcus Major and Eric Gray leading into the Baylor game (televised by ESPN+). Plus, looking ahead to men's and women's basketball seasons, and softball schedule being announced with a premiere non-conference opponent. Related Guerin Emig: Jaw set as ever, Brent Venables convicted about his Soo...
After bye week, facing Big 12's best defense
October 26, 2022 18:28 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBEli Lederman and Eric Bailey discuss the Sooners' next challenge: An Ames road trip to face the Iowa State Cyclones and their passionate fanbase. How will OU fare against the conference's best defense? Plus, fans got a first look at the basketball team ahead of the 2022-23 season. Related Guerin Emig mailbag: Eight years later, Josh Heupel/OU tale has happy ending all around Venables: Plenty about Iowa State defense for Sooners to emulate as his foundation gets laid at OU OU football not...
Worse every week? Any answers amid historic downfall?
October 13, 2022 16:20 - 24 minutes - 22 MBEli Lederman and Eric Bailey discuss a ranked Kansas team coming to Norman for OU's Homecoming with the Sooners on the ropes. Who takes the first snap for OU --- Quarterback Dillon Gabriel or someone else? Plus, there are so many questions on the defensive side of the ball, which got worn down after so many three-and-outs on the offensive side. Also, looking ahead to basketball season and the league unveils Big 12 preseason honors. Related Guerin Emig: One player, one problem, one prepo...
Injuries and issues leading into Texas week
October 05, 2022 19:48 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBEli Lederman and Eric Bailey discuss OU's quarterback quandary leading into the Red River Showdown with Texas. Will Dillon Gabriel be healthy enough to play and if not, will Davis Beville, General Booty, or even Nick Evers get the call? Plus, how concerning is the lack of improvement between the losses to KSU and TCU? Related Guerin Emig: Seven suggestions for an OU team in need of inspiration, imagination to beat Texas Guerin Emig: Texas arrives and with it some desperation for Brent Ven...
Defining week for defense facing TCU
September 28, 2022 16:59 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBEli Lederman and Eric Bailey recap the strange week so far after the first loss of the Brent Venables era. After uncharacteristic errors against Kansas State and "taking the good from the bad," can the Sooners bounce back at TCU? Related OU football notebook: In a season of newness, Venables talks about absorbing his first loss as head coach 'We played on our heels': Sooners defense authoring response after Kansas State stumble Guerin Emig: Brent Venables and the example 2012 Clemson can...
Kansas State caps a compelling week
September 21, 2022 17:23 - 23 minutes - 22 MBGuerin Emig and Eric Bailey recap and preview a compelling week for the Oklahoma Sooners, from a win over historic rival Nebraska to close the non-conference season, to Brent Venables taking on his alma mater to open Big 12 play. Plus, what the head coaches had to say about the Bedlam football series ending soon and OU athletic director Joe Castiglione on future non-conference scheduling. Related Guerin Emig: A day of change at OU-Nebraska portends promise for Sooners, despair for Huske...
Favored over Nebraska, but lots of question marks
September 14, 2022 17:53 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBNebraska will be the first road opponent of the Brent Venables era. Eric Bailey and Eli Lederman discuss the impact of Huskers coach Scott Frost's firing; former Texas quarterback Casey Thompson transferring to Nebraska; and more. Related Nebraska fires Scott Frost after 1-2 start Sooners, Cowboys climb in AP Top 25 after Week 2 wins OU football notebook: Gabriel's role as 'assassin' helps steady Sooners' nerves Sooners OT Wanya Morris to return in Week 3; Venables hopeful for Lawrence,...
Kent State will be more challenging than UTEP
September 07, 2022 20:12 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBBut, that doesn't mean it will be a close game. Listen as Eric Bailey and Eli Lederman break down last week's win and look ahead to this week's game. Related OU's Brent Venables on CFP expansion: 'I don't really have an opinion on it whatsoever.' Jovantae Barnes' debut was a dream come true; OU fans owe thanks to DeMarco Murray Guerin Emig: OU has linemen's stamina to thank for offense's speed, prompting latest hat-tip to Jerry Schmidt Contact us Sports Writer Eli Lederman: Email | Twi...
Big 12 predictions
August 31, 2022 19:07 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBEric Bailey and Eli Lederman give their predictions for OU's Big 12 Championship game opponent; Offensive MVP (other than quarterback Dillon Gabriel) and more. Related content: Guerin Emig: One player, one problem, one preposterous prediction and one pick for OU's opener against UTEP Guerin Emig: More important for Brent Venables to figure out his job than to 'chill out' while on it OU Notebook: Week 1 excitement and anticipation 'is real' for Brent Venables OU notebook: Jeff Lebby says...
Anticipation for UTEP; secondary's 'cheetah' position
August 26, 2022 17:31 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBExcitement and anticipation as OU football's season opening game draws near, and fans can get a preview of UTEP a week in advance. Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey interviewed players and coaches this week and talked about their mindset after Cale Gundy's resignation earlier this month; when fans can expect a depth chart; and the "cheetah" position in the Sooners secondary. Related content: Guerin Emig: Time to regain our senses shamefully lost in the aftermath of Cale Gundy's resignation Gue...
How Brent Venables handled Cale Gundy's resignation
August 12, 2022 17:43 - 25 minutes - 23 MBBob Stoops was a pacifying force for OU football this week, telling everyone to move on after Cale Gundy's abrupt resignation Sunday night. Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey talk about how Brent Venables handled his most difficult situation since becoming head coach. Related content: Cale Gundy used racially charged word multiple times, Brent Venables says in new statement Meet L'Damian Washington, Oklahoma's interim wide receivers coach 'It’s hard to talk about, really. I’m just really torn ...
Diving into all things football
August 05, 2022 19:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBFall camp has arrived, so let's catch up on the 2022 Sooners with Eric Bailey and Eli Lederman. Related content: Guerin Emig: Why defensive-minded Brent Venables is the right coach at the right time for OU's offensive players too Oklahoma athletics announces record fundraising for 2021-22 fiscal year Quarterback additions during offseason ease minds of Oklahoma's coaches OU preseason practice primer: Sooners take next step into Venables era as camp opens Friday 'Everything goes through...
Omaha and a national title: An exciting time to be an OU fan
June 16, 2022 02:10 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MBNew to the OU beat, Eli Lederman has already seen a national title in softball. He called the Women's College World Series one of the best events he ever staffed. Now, the OU baseball team takes center stage in the College World Series. Plus, a little on football recruiting. He and Eric Bailey discuss all the excitement at OU. Related Alo goes pro: Sooners slugger picks Vipers in Women’s Professional Fastpitch Guerin Emig: Only OU team comparable to '22 softball juggernaut played football...
Offseason transfer portal talk; OU Caravan in Tulsa; plus Bedlam softball series preview
May 04, 2022 17:08 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this week's podcast, Guerin Emig, Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey recap the OU Caravan stop in Tulsa on April 28 and preview the three-game Bedlam softball series hosted by the Sooners. Also discussed: Head football coach Brent Venables a lot of fun at the OU Caravan hosted by Tulsa's Cain's Ballroom. Head men's basketball coach Porter Moser talks about needing to rebuild the OU roster once again but did not seemed upbeat about the challenge. Great chemistry between the two basketball co...
Can Dillon Gabriel impact program like Baker Mayfield once did?
April 27, 2022 18:38 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this week's podcast, Guerin Emig, Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey recap Saturday's annual spring game and more. Also discussed: OU fans embrace Baker Mayfield on his return for the Heisman Park statue unveiling How Dillon Gabriel and Jeff Lebby must lead the Sooners' offense like Baker Mayfield and Lincoln Riley once did Coach Venables seeking a "good fit" to add to quarterback depth in the transfer portal Would former Baylor starting quarterback Gerry Bohanon transfer to OU potential...
Baker Mayfield excitement; Brent Venables expectations
April 20, 2022 17:32 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBIn this week's podcast, Guerin Emig, Eli Lederman and Eric Bailey talk spring football practice excitement leading into Saturday's annual spring game: Baker Mayfield Heisman Park statue unveiling at Saturday's halftime Coach Venables talking about taking the football program "from good to great" when references to Clemson Open media access to Sooners football practices so far this spring Anticipated attendance on Saturday --- will it top the 52K that were at Owen Field four years ago? W...
No wasted movement in Sooners spring practices
March 25, 2022 19:03 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBIn this week's podcast, Guerin Emig and Eric Bailey talk about the opening spring practices under new head football coach Brent Venables. Sooners fans can anticipate a fast-paced offense once again under the new coaching staff, from early observations and player interviews Plus, OU's new left-handed quarterback Dillon Gabriel; looking back on the seasons of men's and women's basketball under first-year head coaches; and softball and baseball open Big 12 Conference play against Baylor. Rela...
Getting to know OU football assistants, plus a fun month of basketball
March 04, 2022 19:25 - 25 minutes - 23 MBBrent Venables staff met the media on Thursday. It was interesting and informative to hear from this new group of Sooner assistants. Guerin Emig and Eric Bailey offer their takeaways from the interview. Plus, can OU make the NCAA Tournament? It's a long shot, but possible. Related content: Spring football 2022: New attitude for Sooners as Venables era begins Watch Now: Oklahoma's assistant football coaches met media on Thursday; here's what they said Photos: Sooners hit the field Thurs...
College Football Playoff expansion on hold until 2026
February 18, 2022 19:46 - 26 minutes - 24 MBGuerin Emig and Eric Bailey discuss how continuing the four-team playoff format may delay the move from the Big 12 to the SEC. Plus, men's basketball team's close losses, replacing Lloyd Noble Center and more. Support the show: https://tulsaworld.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why it's easy to root for Isaiah Thomas
February 12, 2022 01:09 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBPlus, OU softball off to impressive start. Lincoln Riley upsets OU fans again. Dillon Gabriel speaks and we're impressed. OU men in NCAA Tournament discussion and OU women enjoy top-20 rankings and seamless transition of coaches. Support the show: https://tulsaworld.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brent Venables recruiting; Caleb Williams to Dillon Gabriel QB transition
February 04, 2022 18:53 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBGuerin Emig and Eric Bailey also talk about Sooners signees Gentry Williams and walk-on Gavin Freeman and upcoming men's Bedlam basketball and women's basketball's recent success. Support the show: https://tulsaworld.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QB news never dies down
January 28, 2022 20:48 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBPlus, basketball team's big wins and softball season starting. Support the show: https://tulsaworld.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The QB shuffle continues
January 21, 2022 18:56 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBGuerin Emig and OU beat writer Eric Bailey discuss the latest news on OU sports. Support the show: https://tulsaworld.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
QB transfer portal, staff additions and basketball update
January 14, 2022 23:18 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBGuerin Emig and Eric Bailey discuss during their weekly chat on OU. Support the show: https://tulsaworld.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
OU Sports Extra: Like it or not, transfer portal is fact of life
January 07, 2022 23:31 - 19 minutes - 18 MBLike other schools, OU is losing players to the transfer portal, but they're gaining some too, plus the smart hires made by Brent Venables Support the show: https://tulsaworld.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trailer - OU Sports Extra
October 28, 2021 17:42 - 25 seconds - 437 KBTulsa World OU Sports Writer Eric Bailey offers insight and access into the teams, players and coaches for fans who follow the Sooners. Support the show: https://tulsaworld.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.