by NORMAN — Oklahoma softball head coach Patty Gasso announced Wednesday the signing of eight exceptional student-athletes to National Letters of Intent on the first day of the 2018-19 early signing period.
“We are thrilled to have such a talented class of 2019 athletes joining the Sooner Family,” OU head coach Patty Gasso said. “Many of these future Sooners will make an immediate impact in our program and the ‘Championship Mindset’ will be as strong as ever. More than being exceptional student-athletes, each of these players fit our program and have all the characteristics we are looking for inside and out. This class is a new generation for this program, and I know we are in good hands for a long time.”
Rylie Boone, Mackenzie Donihoo, Alycia Flores, Kinzie Hansen, Macy McAdoo (Choctaw), Alanna Nelson-Thiede, Raylee Pogue and Olivia Rains will all join the Sooners for the 2019-20 season.
MACY MCADOO / RHP / R-R / TUTTLE, OKLA.
Joining Oklahoma from Tuttle High School is Macy McAdoo, an all-state and all-region right-handed pitcher. McAdoo was named a 2017 Softball Factory Under Armor All-American and led her team to three straight state championships. Last season, McAdoo finished with a 0.969 ERA over 195 innings pitched with 303 strikeouts.
Playing with the Oklahoma Athletics alongside Pogue, McAdoo wrapped up 2018 travel ball with a 1.55 ERA over 121 frames with 145 strikeouts, posting a 25-4 record with three saves. The Extra Innings Softball Elite 100 ranks McAdoo 31st nationally.
“Macy is a right-handed power pitcher who can throw the ball by hitters,” Gasso said. “We believe Macy has such an upside to her future. She has won multiple championships on the mound for Tuttle, so she comes the us with a winning pedigree. We’re looking forward to being a part of Macy’s future on the mound for the Sooners.”
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| PERSONAL: Daughter of Brad and Jackie McAdoo … Has two siblings, Emily and Brady … Sister, Emily, played softball at SCU … Grandfather, August Fucci, played baseball at West Point … Chose Oklahoma over Baylor, SIU, LA Tech, Missouri State, Florida State, Florida Atlantic, Georgia Tech and Oklahoma State. WHY OKLAHOMA? “I chose the University of Oklahoma to continue my softball and academic careers because I felt like I was most at home when I stepped onto the campus and into the locker room. I really like the coaching staff and how they approach the mental and physical aspects of the game. My future teammates have already welcomed me tremendously and have allowed me to create relationships that will be helpful for me in the future. I’m looking forward to accomplishing many personal goals, team goals and to win a national championship.” |
