Great rundown. Thanks for the compilation.
Despite Vivi's loss, we've had another really solid overall season. To me it just doesn't feel quite as good as it's been, in part because there was reason to think we'd quickly fill the void left by OU's departing seniors. Hopefully we still end up doing just that in OKC, but so far, our inability to replace their dominance has magnified every weakness we've shown. An SEC schedule of course is a huge reason for that.
The good news? Unlike certain other elite teams, we're still standing. And now that Stewie and Goode are hitting well and even Bennett is showing signs of life, there's reason to be encouraged about what's still ahead.
TK's much better use of offspeed pitches lately also has been a big help. I know White will throw her until her arm falls off, and I won't blame him too much for doing it, but we have to hope at least one of the other pitchers also answers the call. Maybe a strategic relief mix of Cit, Cam, Sophia and Mac (in that order of usage?) will give us enough.
I'm trying not to worry about 2026 until 2025 is over. That said, I'll be at least as interested in what we do with our pitching coach as with the pitching roster itself.