Star Center Raegan Beers finally did what Oklahoma Sooners women’s basketball fans were expecting for the passed seasons making…
After seasons of speculation and mounting anticipation, star center Raegan Beers has finally done what Oklahoma Sooners women’s basketball fans had been hoping—and whispering—about: she’s officially transferring to join the Sooners for the upcoming season, sending shockwaves across the college basketball world.
The announcement came early Thursday morning via social media, where Beers posted a simple message: “Ready for the next chapter. Boomer Sooner.” Accompanying the post was a photo of her in an Oklahoma jersey, standing beneath a banner that reads “Championship Mindset.”
Within minutes, Sooner Nation erupted in celebration.
Beers, the 6-foot-4 All-American talent who dominated the post for Oregon State, had long been rumored to be considering a change. Known for her unmatched physicality, rebounding prowess, and polished low-post game, she quickly became one of the most coveted players in the transfer portal. With averages of 17.5 points and 10.2 rebounds per game last season, Beers brings immediate impact to a program hungry to return to the national spotlight.
“This is a game-changer,” said Oklahoma head coach Jennie Baranczyk. “Raegan is not only one of the most talented players in the country, but she embodies the type of competitor and teammate we want in our program.”
For Oklahoma fans, this moment has felt like a long time coming. Ever since Beers emerged as a dominant force during her freshman year, there’s been chatter that she might eventually find her way to Norman. Whether because of her playing style—so in sync with Oklahoma’s fast-but-physical system—or the Sooners’ need for a dominant inside presence, the fit always seemed natural. Now, it’s real.
Beers’ decision to transfer wasn’t made lightly. In a statement, she thanked Oregon State, saying, “My time in Corvallis shaped me as a player and person. But I’m ready for new challenges and new goals. Oklahoma gives me the chance to pursue both at the highest level.”
Her arrival instantly catapults the Sooners into the national conversation. While the team made significant strides last season, they lacked a true interior anchor to go toe-to-toe with elite post players in the NCAA Tournament. With Beers, that changes. She not only provides rim protection and inside scoring but also commands double-teams, opening up perimeter opportunities for Oklahoma’s sharpshooting guards.
“She changes everything,” said ESPN analyst Rebecca Lobo. “With Beers in the paint, Oklahoma becomes a legitimate Final Four contender.”
The ripple effects are already being felt. Reports indicate that several top-tier recruits are re-evaluating Oklahoma, and existing roster players have expressed renewed excitement about the upcoming season. Beers’ leadership and work ethic are expected to make just as big an impact off the court as on it.
For a fan base that’s waited patiently—and sometimes impatiently—for the kind of move that could elevate the program to elite status, Raegan Beers’ decision feels like the beginning of something special.
The waiting is over. The star has arrived. And now, Oklahoma is aiming higher than ever.