Jeremie Poplin

Tulsa

Sideline Reporter, Tulsa Football at University of Tulsa

put out to pasture radio host. Sideline for @tulsafootball via @learfield. Niners Fan. @newson6

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Articles

Patty Gasso talks postseason prep, youth impact, and regional draw ahead of Norman Regional

20 hours ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

The Oklahoma Sooners, 2025 SEC Regular Season and Co-Tournament Champions, earned the No. 2 overall seed in the NCAA Softball Tournament and will host the Norman Regional at Love's Field from May 16–18. Joining OU in the regional are California, Omaha, and Boston University. This marks the 14th straight year the Sooners have hosted a regional. Play begins Friday, May 16, with Omaha vs. California at 2:30 p.m., followed by Oklahoma vs. BU at 5 p.m. on ESPNU.
5 Takeaways from Game 5: OKC Thunder push Nuggets to the brink

1 day ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

The Oklahoma City Thunder earned a massive Game 5 win at home, taking a 3-2 series lead over the Denver Nuggets. Here are five key takeaways from a pivotal night in OKC:1. Shai’s Confidence Never Wavers SGA hadn’t hit a three-pointer in two straight games until he drilled a crucial one late in Game 5. Rather than shy away, he leaned into his preparation and instincts. “It felt like it’s about time,” Shai said postgame.
Lu Dort rises to the occasion in 4th quarter to help save Thunder

1 day ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

On a night when the lights were their brightest and the stakes their highest, Lu Dort helped save the Thunder season. Down nine in the fourth quarter, the Thunder needed a spark. That’s when Dort caught a rhythm. Three threes in quick succession, the kind of stretch that flips the mood of an entire arena. As the crowd roared, Dort walked back to the bench, head high, emotion pouring out. “It’s a lot of energy, honestly,” he said later. “Shoutout to the crowd.
WATCH: SGA on Thunder win and Lou Dort making big plays

1 day ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

Q: What helped you guys steady the ship when things weren’t going your way tonight? SGA: Nothing out of the ordinary. It was about being who we are—trusting each other, playing together on both ends. Whatever problems we faced, we handled them as a group, not individually. That’s what got us the win. Q: That late three you hit—how did that feel after struggling from deep most of the series? SGA: It felt like it was about time. Shooting comes and goes, so I stay disciplined and trust the work.
'We’re a better team now:' Mark Daigneault and Thunder one win away from Western Conference Finals

1 day ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

In a playoff series that has tested the Oklahoma City Thunder, Tuesday night felt like a defining moment. Not just because they won, but because of how they did it. “We didn't play great,” head coach Mark Daigneault admitted after the Thunder’s gritty Game 5 win over the defending champion Denver Nuggets. “That was as loose as we've been defensively, maybe worse than Game 1.
'It's our journey:' Kenny Gajewski and Cowgirls head to Fayetteville NCAA Tournament

2 days ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

Oklahoma State Softball is headed to its ninth consecutive NCAA Tournament — and 26th overall — after being selected for the Fayetteville Regional during Sunday’s Selection Show. The Cowgirls (33-18) open play Friday at 3 p.m. CT on ESPN2 against Indiana. Host and No. 4 national seed Arkansas faces Saint Louis at 5:30 p.m. on ESPN+. The regional winner advances to face the champion of the Tucson Regional, which features No. 13 Arizona, Ole Miss, Grand Canyon and Santa Clara.
OKC Thunder vs Nuggets Game 5 preview: 5 keys to the game; how to watch, stats and odds

2 days ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

The Oklahoma City Thunder take on the Denver Nuggets Tuesday night for Game 5 of their series. Both teams are looking for win number three, which would put them one more away from advancing to the Western Conference Finals. RELATED: Thunder regain momentum, confidence ahead of Game 5 in OKCAhead of Tuesday's matchup, take a look at how Oklahoma City looks to improve upon past performances and push for a win:1.
Watch: Mark Daigneault talks adjustments ahead of crucial Game 5

3 days ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

Q: What did you think about the second unit starting the fourth quarter and how they attacked the zone? Mark Daigneault:We took a look at a different attack of the zone that was pretty effective. I thought we got decent shots in the first half, but we just decided to change it up a little bit. The guys did a really good job of moving the ball, finding the gaps in the zone, and then shooting with confidence.
Thunder Show Grit and Depth in Weird Game 4 Win to Even Series with Nuggets

3 days ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

The Oklahoma City Thunder responded to adversity the way Mark Daigneault hoped they would—by standing up, swinging back, and relying on their depth and discipline to claw their way to a 2-2 series tie with the Denver Nuggets. After a tough overtime loss in Game 3, OKC leaned into its identity in Sunday’s matinee, recovering from a shaky third quarter with a stifling defensive effort and clutch contributions from its bench unit to secure a hard-fought win in Game 4.
OKC Thunder vs Nuggets Game 4 preview: How to watch, key stats, and odds

4 days ago | news9.com | Jeremie Poplin

Here are Keys for the Thunder in Game 4 against Denver as OKC looks to even the series at 2 game apiece. Watch pre-show news conferences on News 9's YouTube. Down the stretch and into overtime, the Thunder's offense became more stagnant and isolation-heavy. Daigneault acknowledged that crunch-time basketball is naturally slower and more possession-based, but emphasized the need for sharper execution. In Game 4, OKC must stay connected offensively and avoid falling into predictable sets.