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OklahomaArkansas Softball Opener Moved to 5:30 p.m. Because of Weather

The shift aims to beat expected storms and strong winds.

Overview

  • The series opener between No. 1 Oklahoma and No. 6 Arkansas at Love's Field was moved to a 5:30 p.m. start Friday to avoid approaching thunderstorms.
  • Broadcast plans conflict, with OU and The Oklahoman listing ESPN2 while Arkansas Online reports streaming only on SEC Network+, leaving TV carriage unresolved.
  • OU said all tickets remain valid for the new time and urged fans who cannot attend to transfer, sell, or return seats through the school's Seat Share program.
  • The National Weather Service forecast shows storm chances rising to around 80% Friday night in Norman with south winds near 24–28 mph and gusts up to 41 mph.
  • Games 2 and 3 remain set for Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m., and advance listings indicate both will stream on SEC Network+.