Sam Landry’s Herculean Feat: 432 Pitches Power Oklahoma’s 2025 WCWS Run
Sam Landry etched her name into Women’s College World Series history with a jaw-dropping 432-pitch performance that defined Oklahoma Softball’s gritty 2025 WCWS journey. The senior right-hander, a transfer from Louisiana-Lafayette, became the heart and soul of the Sooners’ run, showcasing unmatched endurance and competitive fire on the national stage.
Over the course of multiple elimination games, Landry shouldered the load in the circle, delivering pitch after pitch with poise and precision. Her ability to maintain velocity and command across such an intense workload became the talk of the tournament. Though the Sooners fell just short in the semifinals, losing 3–2 to Texas Tech, Landry’s effort was nothing short of legendary.
With a season record of 25–6, a 1.94 ERA, and 186 strikeouts, Landry’s WCWS performance was the crowning moment of a spectacular year. Just days after Oklahoma’s exit, she was selected No. 1 overall in the 2025 Athletes Unlimited Softball League draft—an exclamation mark on a collegiate career defined by resilience and determination.
Sam Landry didn’t just pitch for a championship—she pitched her way into softball lore. Her 432-pitch masterclass will be remembered as one of the grittiest performances in WCWS history.
