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Sunday, October 26th, 2025
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of October.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma head coach Brent Venables said the Sooners lost 34–26 to Ole Miss on October 25th due to missed tackles and poor third- and fourth-down play—John Mateer threw for 223 yards while freshman Xavier Robinson ran 109 yards and scored two touchdowns, and the team will work to correct these issues ahead of its game at Tennessee next Saturday night. News9
- ➤ The Sooners will play Tennessee next Saturday at 6:30 p.m. under the lights at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville on ABC. OU lost to Ole Miss last Saturday and now both teams have 6 wins and 2 losses — a fact that sets up an important matchup. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Oklahoma fans trolled coach Lane Kiffin and Florida rumors by doing the Gator Chomp at the Sooners’ game against Ole Miss on Oct. 25 in Norman — fueling chatter about his future. Kiffin addressed the rumors before the game by saying winning games is a compliment to his team. The Oklahoman
- ➤ The Sooners played Ole Miss and lost 34—26 as their run game struggled early with just 16 yards on nine carries while tailback Xavier Robinson boosted momentum with a 65—yard touchdown run in the third quarter. The offense later gained more yards but Ole Miss held a strong third—down performance that kept them ahead throughout the game. The Oklahoman
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Children and Family Center Event
10 AM - 2 PM — Center For Children and Families, Inc. — Free entry — Engage in fun activities designed for children and their families.
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Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball Exhibition Game
6-8 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — Free admission — Enjoy an exciting women's basketball exhibition game with fan appreciation festivities.
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John Crocker Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Experience heartfelt tunes from Oklahoma singer-songwriter John Crocker as he shares his journey through music.
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National Weather Festival
10 AM – 2 PM — National Weather Center — Free entry — Experience a fun-filled day with weather-related exhibits, activities, and demonstrations for the whole family.
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Belmont Bruins at Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball
4:30-6:00 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Oklahoma Sooners women's basketball team as they face off against the Belmont Bruins.
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University Sing 2025 - Thursday
7-8 p.m. — Reynolds Performing Arts Center — $22.49 — Enjoy a captivating night of performances at this all-ages event.
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OKiCON 2025
2:00 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Norman Hotel & Conference Center — $65.92 — Experience three days of Japanese art, music, and culture at this vibrant anime convention.
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Ram Run at Ruby Grant Park
9-11 a.m. — Ruby Grant Park Playground — Cost varies — Enjoy a 5K and fun run benefitting Victory Family School with shirts, medals, and a finish line celebration.
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Peggy Johnson - Depot Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Depot — Ticketed entry — Enjoy a night of acoustic music in an intimate setting featuring renowned artists.
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Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball vs. Kansas City Roos
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — $2 Beer, Soda & Popcorn — Cheer on the Sooners as they take on Kansas City in a fun Hoops for Troops event.
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