The Oklahoma Sooners got off to a great start to the 2024-2025 season with a 76-44 win over Southern on Monday night. On Tuesday, they received some good news, as Norman High basketball star Keeley Parks dropped the top three schools in her recruitment, including the Oklahoma Sooners.
Parks is ranked as the No. 17 prospect in the nation according to 247Sports. She’s a 5-foot-11 shooting guard that was the Oklahoma Gatorade Player of the Year for 2023-2024. Last season, she compiled per game averages of 26.3 points, 8.5 rebounds, 3 assists, and 5.6 steals per game.
Parks has been impressive over the last three years, but her performance at the Select Events Summer Classic provided a true glimpse into what she can achieve in college. She played key roles both on and off the basketball in the wing position. For most programs, Parks would project as an off-guard who can help handle the basketball in pressure situations and remain composed. She shoots well from the outside and is in excellent physical condition. Parks will continue to develop at the college level as her frame fills out in the weight room. – Brandon Clay, Director of Scouting, Women’s Basketball, 247Sports
The Sooners are battling with Kansas and Oklahoma State to keep Parks in town.
The Sooners will have a lot of turnover on the roster after this season, with guards Payton Verhulst, Lexy Keys, and Niveah Tot set to graduate after the season. There’s a chance Parks could come in and compete for playing time like Sahara Williams did in 2023-2024 as a true freshman.
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