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Oklahoma State women's basketball tops Big 12 coaches' preseason poll

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Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Oklahoma State women's basketball tops Big 12 coaches' preseason poll

Summary

Oklahoma State was selected first in the Big 12 women's basketball preseason poll, marking the first time in program history they have received this honor. The poll was released on October 8, 2026, with OSU claiming seven first-place votes and a total of 215 points, narrowly edging out TCU, which received six first-place votes and 212 points. Last season, Oklahoma State finished tied for fourth in the conference with a record of 12-6. Audi Crooks, a transfer from Iowa State, was named Big 12 Preseason Player of the Year for the second consecutive season, and Liv McGill, a transfer from Florida, earned Preseason Newcomer of the Year honors.

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By the Numbers

•Oklahoma State received 215 total points in the poll.
•TCU ranked second with 212 points.
•Audi Crooks was named Big 12 Preseason Player of the Year.
•Liv McGill was voted Preseason Big 12 Newcomer of the Year.
•OSU tied for fourth in last season's Big 12 standings.

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7:01 PMYahoo Sports — Oklahoma State women's basketball predicted to win Big 12 by league's coaches

What they're saying

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Thursday, OSU was voted first in the Big 12 women's basketball preseason poll. It's the first time OSU has ever been picked to win the league.
— Yahoo Sports

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