A breakout week for a Sooners star
Oklahoma’s women’s soccer program received a boost this week as the Southeastern Conference announced that junior forward Kayla Keefer had been selected as its Offensive Player of the Week, marking her second weekly conference honor after a freshman‑year accolade.
The award follows her earlier recognition as SEC Freshman of the Week, underscoring a rapid rise in her collegiate career and highlighting the impact she has had on the team’s early‑season strategy.
Keefer’s performance came in a 9‑0 win over Northwestern State on August 12, where she scored four goals in just 39 minutes. Her first three strikes arrived in under twelve minutes, producing the ninth hat‑trick in program history and setting a new single‑game goal record.
The dominant victory improved the Sooners to 2‑0, following an opening‑week shutout against East Texas A&M. The team’s defense has been equally imposing, allowing zero goals in both contests.
Looking ahead
The Sooners are scheduled to meet Oklahoma State on Thursday, August 20, at 7 p.m., a matchup that will test the early chemistry forged on the field. Coach remarks have emphasized the value of depth and the need to maintain focus as the schedule toughens.
With the season still in its infancy, Kayla Keefer’s continued development will be a focal point for opponents and fans alike, as the team aims to translate its early momentum into a strong conference campaign.