Can Hoyt and the Cowgirls sing the redemption song against BYU after dropping a road contest to Colorado in their previous Big 12 match?
STILLWATER, Okla. — Oklahoma State Women’s College Basketball will play in their twenty-second game of the season, on Wednesday evening, January 28th, against the Brigham Young University Cougars, in Stillwater, at Gallagher-Iba Arena.
Oklahoma State Cowgirls (16-6, 5-4 Big 12) - Head Coach: Jacie Hoyt (4th Year at OSU)
vs.
BYU Cougars
(15-5, 4-4 Big 12) - Head Coach: Lee Cummard (1st Year at BYU)
How To Watch:
ESPN+ (Adam Hildebrandt, Bryndon Manzer)
Time: 6:30 PM CST
Radio:
KGFY — 105.5 FM, Varsity Network App (Casey Kendrick, Ryan Cameron)
Series:
Oklahoma State has a competitive history with BYU, with the Cowgirls holding a 3-2 edge in the last five meetings dating back to 1989.
The series includes memorable wins for OSU, such as an 82-50 blowout at home on January 17, 2024. However, BYU claimed the most recent victory, a 68-64 upset over then-No. 20 Oklahoma State on February 15, 2025, in Provo, led by Emma Calvert’s 19 points.
The Cowgirls have won their only home game against the Cougars since BYU joined the Big 12, and they’re aiming to extend that success while riding a strong home record of 11-1 this season at Gallagher-Iba Arena.
Oklahoma State’s women’s basketball team will play its twenty-second contest of the year.
Wednesday’s contest serves as the Cowgirls’ next Big 12 home game at Gallagher-Iba Arena for this key conference matchup.
The Cowgirls will face the Cougars in Stillwater at 6:30 PM CST on Wednesday. Oklahoma State’s women’s basketball team will look to regain momentum in Big 12 play with a victory and leverage their home-court advantage after a tough conference road loss.
Oklahoma State is coming off a disappointing 79-65 loss to Colorado on January 25th, where their three-game winning streak was snapped.
The Cowgirls struggled in the second half, shooting just 38% from the field and committing 15 turnovers, despite a solid effort from Haleigh Timmer (18 points) and Micah Gray (16 points).
This setback dropped their conference record to 5-4, highlighting issues with road consistency and late-game defense.
Earlier highlights include a dominant 91-63 road win over Cincinnati on December 21st, where Timmer exploded for a career-high 35 points, and a strong non-conference run that built their overall mark to 16-6.
The Cowgirls boast a potent offense, averaging 85.2 points per game and forcing 17.8 turnovers from opponents, ranking in the top 25 nationally for scoring efficiency.
The Cowgirls feature a dynamic backcourt and solid depth, with Timmer and Gray as primary scorers, but they’ll need to improve ball security and rebounding to bounce back.
A win against BYU would provide the perfect reset, allowing them to end January on a high note with boosted confidence, enhanced transition play, and defensive stops to avoid another collapse.
The BYU Cougars are 15-5 overall and 4-4 in Big 12 play, showing resilience in a rebuilding year under new head coach Lee Cummard.
They recently secured a key home win over UCF but have stumbled in road games, including losses to top conference foes like Iowa State and Kansas State.
Offensively, the Cougars average 72.7 points per game, led by guard Amari Whiting’s playmaking (15.3 points, 4.1 assists) and forward Emma Calvert’s interior presence (12.8 points, 7.2 rebounds). Defensively, they’ve been solid, holding opponents to 61.5 points while grabbing 38.4 rebounds per contest, but turnovers (14.6 per game) have plagued them in close losses.
Last season, BYU finished with a mixed Big 12 debut, and this year they’re aiming for postseason contention with improved depth and shooting (41.3% from the field).
They’ll challenge the Cowgirls with their guard speed, rebounding edge, and scrappy perimeter defense in the hostile environment of Gallagher-Iba Arena.
Interesting note:
This matchup is a rematch from last season’s split series, where BYU pulled off the upset in Provo, but OSU dominated at home.
The Cougars are seeking their first Big 12 road win against a ranked opponent this season, while the Cowgirls are eager to atone for the Colorado loss and protect their home turf.
Although the Cowgirls have several Big 12 wins under their belt, this game against BYU offers a chance to rebound from the Colorado disappointment at home.
A victory would restore team momentum midway through conference play, setting a positive tone for a grueling February schedule that includes matchups against Kansas and Baylor.
Cowgirl Player to watch in game twenty-two:
Senior Guard – Haleigh Timmer:
Timmer contributed 18 points in the loss to Colorado, following her standout performances earlier in the month.
Her scoring ability (averaging 14.2 points per game) and versatility (4.5 rebounds, 3.2 assists) make her a cornerstone of OSU’s attack.
Timmer also shoots 36% from beyond the arc, adding spacing to the offense.
In a home conference game like this, her leadership in facilitating plays and minimizing turnovers could be pivotal against BYU’s guards.
If the Cowgirls want to bounce back and close out January strongly, Timmer’s all-around impact will be essential.