BREAKING: Nation’s Top Softball Phenom Commits to Oklahoma Sooners, Shocking FSU and Tennessee Fans
In a move that has sent ripples through the college softball world, ESPN reports that the No. 1 ranked high school softball player in the country has officially committed to the Oklahoma Sooners, turning down high-profile offers from Florida State and Tennessee.
The player in question, Savannah “Savvy” Brooks, a power-hitting shortstop out of Corona, California, made her announcement via a heartfelt Instagram post on Wednesday evening. With a record-breaking 27 home runs and a .564 batting average in her junior season, Brooks has been on the radar of every major NCAA softball program since her freshman year. Scouts describe her as a “once-in-a-generation” talent with elite speed, defensive precision, and a powerful bat capable of shifting momentum in a single swing.
Oklahoma’s head coach Patty Gasso has built a dynasty in Norman, winning seven NCAA national titles, including three consecutive championships from 2021 to 2023. The Sooners have become a magnet for elite talent, with Brooks being the latest in a long line of softball royalty to join the crimson and cream.
In contrast, Florida State and Tennessee, both perennial top-10 programs, pulled out all the stops during Brooks’ recruitment, including private campus visits, NIL package discussions, and mentorship plans with former Olympians. However, it was Oklahoma’s legacy, coaching staff, and culture that ultimately won her over.
“I grew up dreaming of wearing the Sooner jersey,” said Brooks. “The energy in Norman is unmatched, and I want to be part of something legendary.”
Sources close to Brooks say she received a surprise call from Sooner legend Jocelyn Alo, who encouraged her to “write her own story” and “break every record” that came before her. That moment reportedly sealed the deal.
Oklahoma fans celebrated the commitment with trending hashtags like #SavvySooner and #SoonerLegacy, while rival fans expressed disappointment and disbelief. Some Tennessee fans even claimed the Vols were “ghosted” after Brooks abruptly cancelled her final visit to Knoxville.
With Brooks’ commitment, Oklahoma’s 2026 class is already being dubbed the “Greatest Recruiting Class Ever” by analysts.
One thing is clear: The road to future softball dominance still runs through Norman—and Savannah Brooks just signed on to lead the charge.
