BOOMER BACK: Oklahoma Sooners Officially Welcome Back a Legend — Bob Stoops Returns as Head Coach
NORMAN, OK — July 9, 2025
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the college football world, the University of Oklahoma has officially re-hired Bob Stoops as the head coach of the Oklahoma Sooners. The legendary coach, who led the Sooners to a national championship in 2000 and 10 Big 12 titles, returns to the helm in a stunning full-circle moment that fans are calling a “dream revival.”
The announcement was made during a live press conference at Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, where Stoops, dressed in crimson and cream, was introduced by Athletic Director Joe Castiglione. The stadium erupted in applause as Stoops stepped up to the podium, his familiar swagger and signature visor intact.
“This program is home,” Stoops said. “I never stopped loving OU, and I never stopped believing in what we can do here. The fire is still in me. I’m back, and I’m here to win.”
Stoops, 64, had served as a steadying presence in 2021 when he temporarily returned as interim head coach following Lincoln Riley’s abrupt departure. Since then, he remained connected to the program through media appearances, fundraising, and mentoring players. His return now comes after Brent Venables stepped down following three seasons, citing personal reasons and a desire to pursue off-the-field opportunities.
A New Era — With Familiar Swagger
Stoops’ return has sparked immediate excitement among recruits, boosters, and alumni. His track record — 190 wins, 18 bowl appearances, and a reputation for player development — positions Oklahoma as an immediate contender not only in the SEC, but on the national stage.
Insiders suggest Stoops is already assembling an all-star coaching staff, rumored to include former Sooners stars like DeMarco Murray and even NFL minds with Oklahoma ties.
The buzz on campus is electric, with thousands of fans flooding social media with “#StoopsIsBack” trending nationally.
With the SEC debut looming in 2025 and a roster stacked with rising stars, the return of Bob Stoops may be exactly what the Sooners need to restore championship glory.
Boomer Sooner — the legend rides again.
