The Oklahoma Sooners women’s basketball may have found a strong replacement for standout post player Raegan Beers. With Beers finishing her eligibility, the team is now looking to fill a major gap in the lineup.
Audi Crooks Emerges as Top Target
Former Iowa State Cyclones women’s basketball center Audi Crooks has entered the transfer portal, and early projections suggest Oklahoma could be a top destination.
Crooks had an impressive season, averaging 25.8 points on 65% shooting along with 7.7 rebounds per game. Her performance earned her AP All-American Second Team honors, making her one of the most dominant players in college basketball.
Comparing Impact: Beers vs. Crooks
Beers was widely seen as Oklahoma’s best post presence since Courtney Paris, who dominated in the late 2000s. Replacing that level of production is not easy, but Crooks’ numbers suggest she could step into that role and possibly elevate it further.
Strong Core Already in Place
If Crooks joins, she would become part of a talented returning group that includes Freshman All-American Aaliyah Chavez and key contributors like Sahara Williams, Zya Vann, Brooklyn Stewart, Caya Smith, and Keziah Lofton.
Head coach Jennie Baranczyk has already led the Sooners to back-to-back Sweet 16 appearances, building a consistently competitive program.
What This Could Mean for Oklahoma
While Oklahoma has been a steady top-15 team in recent seasons, it has lacked a true superstar to push it into championship contention. Crooks could be that difference-maker, giving the Sooners a dominant inside presence capable of changing games.
