Oklahoma baseball schedule: Full opening weekend Big 12 slate for Oklahoma State, others

The 2025 NCAA baseball season is upon us, and the Big 12 Conference is gearing up for an exciting opening weekend. Oklahoma State University (OSU) Cowboys, fresh off a successful 2024 campaign, are set to face formidable opponents as they kick off their season. This article provides an in-depth look at OSU’s opening weekend schedule, as well as the matchups involving other Big 12 teams.

Oklahoma State Cowboys: A Promising Start

OSU’s 2025 season begins at the Shriners Children’s College Showdown, held at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys will play three games over the weekend:

• Friday, February 14: vs. Clemson at 11:00 AM CT
• Saturday, February 15: vs. Louisville at 3:00 PM CT
• Sunday, February 16: vs. Texas at 6:30 PM CT

These matchups provide OSU with an opportunity to test their mettle against strong non-conference opponents early in the season.

Big 12 Conference: Opening Weekend Slate

The Big 12 Conference has expanded to 14 baseball programs this season, the most in league history, with the addition of Arizona, Arizona State, and Utah. Conference play is set to begin on March 14, with each program playing 10 of the 13 possible opponents for a total of 30 conference games. The opening weekend matchups are as follows:

• March 14-16:
  • Arizona State at TCU
  • Utah at Kansas State
  • Texas Tech at Houston
  • Baylor at Kansas
  • UCF at BYU (Thursday-Saturday series)
  • Cincinnati at Arizona
  • West Virginia at Oklahoma State

These series mark the beginning of conference play, with teams eager to establish themselves in the standings.

Notable Non-Conference Matchups

Before diving into conference play, several Big 12 teams have scheduled notable non-conference games to prepare for the rigorous season ahead:

• Baylor Bears: Baylor opens the year with an eight-game homestand against Youngstown State (Feb. 14-16), UTSA (Feb. 18), Gonzaga (Feb. 21-23), and Stephen F. Austin (Feb. 25). Following this, they will participate in the College Baseball Series at Globe Life Field, facing Oregon State (Feb. 28), Ohio State (March 1), and Auburn (March 2).
• TCU Horned Frogs: TCU begins their season with a four-game series at San Diego (Feb. 14-17). They will then participate in The College Baseball Series benefiting Shriners Children’s, facing Michigan, Arkansas, and Kansas State from Feb. 21-23.

Key Players to Watch

As the season begins, several players are poised to make significant impacts:

• Nolan Schubart (Oklahoma State): A two-time All-American, Schubart returns after leading the team with a .370 batting average in OSU’s 42-19 campaign last season.
• Mason White (Arizona): Leading the Wildcats into their first season as a Big 12 member, White launched a team-leading 19 home runs in 2024.
• Ben Abeldt (TCU): A unanimous preseason All-Big 12 team member, Abeldt led TCU in both saves (7) and appearances (23) with a 1.07 ERA in 2024.

Looking Ahead: The Road to the Championship

The 2025 Phillips 66 Big 12 Baseball Championship is scheduled for May 21-24 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. This year, the championship features a new single-elimination format with the top 12 teams in the regular season standings advancing. The top four seeds will receive a bye, while seeds 5 through 12 will compete in the first round. The winners will then face the top four seeds in the quarterfinals.

As the season unfolds, teams will be vying for favorable positions to secure their spots in the championship and ultimately aim for a berth in the NCAA Tournament.

Conclusion

The 2025 Big 12 baseball season promises to be thrilling, with teams eager to showcase their talents and compete for supremacy. Oklahoma State’s challenging opening weekend sets the tone for a competitive season ahead. Fans can look forward to high-caliber baseball as teams navigate both non-conference and conference play en route to the championship.