
The University of Oklahoma (OU), founded in 1890, is a public research university located in Norman, Oklahoma. It is a member of the Big 12 Conference and has a storied history of athletic excellence, particularly in football.

Sooners Football
The University of Oklahoma’s football program, established in 1895, is one of the most successful in college football history. The Sooners have won 7 national championships and have appeared in 54 bowl games, winning 33 of them. OU is also known for its dominant regular-season performances and has captured 50 conference championships, more than any other school in the Big 12. Iconic moments in the program’s history include the legendary coaching tenure of Barry Switzer, who led the Sooners to three national titles in the 1970s and 1980s, and the record-setting performances of Heisman Trophy winners like Billy Vessels, Steve Owens, Sam Bradford, and Kyler Murray.

Boomer the Sooner
Boomer, the costumed horse mascot, represents the Oklahoma Sooners with spirited energy. Boomer, often accompanied by his partner, Sooner, rides out onto the field at home games, embodying the school’s rich frontier and Oklahoma heritage. The mascots’ presence at every football game is part of a tradition that symbolizes the pride and determination of the Sooners.