U40: Why we brought Parker Thune onboard, some football, some diamond talk

U40: Why we brought Parker Thune onboard, some football, some diamond talk

Author: SoonerScoop.com May 7, 2026 Duration: 1:25:21
It's the first Unofficial 40 podcast since we hired Parker Thune. Carey and the guys talk a little bit about how things happened behind the scenes and whether or not it was a unanimous decision to make the hire. And why it is we ultimately believed it was the best thing for SoonerScoop and our subscribers. We're headed to the re-imagined Sooner Caravan tonight in Oklahoma City where we'll hear from OU administrators and coaches. What do we think we will hear? Some votes from the coaches on what they would like to see the regular and postseason look like moving forward. What do the guys think about eliminating conference championship games and shortening the season? OU softball is about to have their first game in the SEC tournament. How do we feel about OU's chances of making a run to another title? And is the baseball team in trouble? Josh gives us an update on what the latest is with OU football recruiting. Another edition is here! * For a limited time, our listeners can get the Harry's Plus Trial Set for only $10 at https://www.harrys.com/soonerscoop. #ad #harrys * CHEERS: Same night out - way better mornign with Cheers. For a limited time our listeners are getting 20% off their entire order by using code SOONERSCOOPON3 at https://www.cheershealth.com #cheers #ad THE FULL RUNDOWN FOLLOWS BELOW: 0:00 - Welcome back to the Unofficial 40! The SoonerScoop family grew by one — Welcome to Parker Thune  27:00 - Sooner Caravan kicks off in OKC Wednesday night 38:00 - George presents some stories he’s writing; Interesting numbers on John Mateer  49:00 - Diamond sport check-in  1:00:00 - Recruiting updates with Josh  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For fans who live and breathe University of Oklahoma athletics, Oklahoma Sooners Unofficial 40 is the essential audio companion. Brought to you by the seasoned team at SoonerScoop.com, this podcast digs into the stories, strategies, and personalities that define OU sports. While Sooners football is a central pillar, the conversation extends across the entire athletic department, offering analysis on basketball, softball, and other programs that carry the crimson and cream banner. The show also provides crucial insight into the future of the teams through dedicated recruiting coverage, tracking the high school prospects who are poised to become the next generation of Sooners legends. Each episode feels like a candid discussion among knowledgeable friends, breaking down game performances, coaching decisions, and the latest news from Norman without the filter of official press conferences. It’s the kind of detailed, behind-the-scenes perspective that fans crave, delivered with the authority and access that only comes from the SoonerScoop.com crew. Tune in for a direct line to the heart of OU athletics, where every win, loss, and roster move is examined with a fan’s passion and an insider’s depth. This is the unofficial guide for the dedicated supporter, a podcast that captures the full spectrum of what it means to follow the Sooners.
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U40: Coaching moves, NFL Draft, winter workouts and Bedlam football [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:27:10
DeMarco Murray surprised us all by taking a job in the NFL and now the Sooners will begin the search for his replacement. Brent Venables has found his replacement for Jay Valai in Michigan's LaMar Morgan. What do we know…
U40: It's a national signing day celebration! No it's not. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:49
There has been a lot of news floating around lately, so forgive some of us if we forgot it (used to be) is the biggest day of the year. National Signing Day! Actually no one remembered because most everyone signs in the…
U40: Getting to know the new power structure of OU athletics [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:32
There has been a massive change at the top of OU athletics as we were introduced to Roger Denny yesterday alongside President Joe Harroz and Chair of Athletics, Randall Stephenson. How will this affect fundraising? NIL?…
What can OU learn about Indiana's title and apply it to their roster? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:25:52
College football season is officially over now that Indiana has defeated Miami to win the National Championship. This is a good thing for everyone in college football right? So how did we get here? What did Indiana do th…
U40: Telling the stories of OU's portal victories [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:24
Josh was out at Navy All-American practices during today's show so Carey, Eddie and George took over the show. We're talking portal, portal, portal and giving some context on how some of OU's biggest grabs in the portal…
U40: The portal is swallowing up a lot of OU players. Any concerns? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:31:43
It's been a fast and furious day of Oklahoma football players entering the transfer portal. As we were recording the podcast today, we got the news that Mike Hawkins was entering the portal. And even more came after that…
Merry Christmas and welcome to Oklahoma football Portal Season! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:14:21
The last Unofficial 40 before Christmas. So Merry Christmas everybody! It's almost that other magical time of the year, Portal Season. The guys get together and talk about exactly what is happening inside the Switzer Cen…