Patty Gasso Demands Higher Salary, Threatens to Leave Oklahoma Softball
In a shocking development, Patty Gasso, the legendary coach who has transformed Oklahoma softball into a powerhouse, has issued an ultimatum: increase her salary or she will leave the program. Gasso, who currently earns $1.775 million annually, has led the Sooners to three consecutive national championships and is on the cusp of a historic fourth.
Gasso’s contract, approved by OU’s Board of Regents in September 2022, made her the highest-paid coach in the sport. However, the 61-year-old coach, who boasts a record of 1,502-351-2 and the highest winning percentage in Division I softball history at .810, believes her compensation should reflect her unparalleled success and contribution to the program.
Sources close to the situation indicate that Gasso is seeking a significant salary increase to remain with the Sooners. “Patty has done more for this program than anyone could have imagined,” said an insider. “She feels that her achievements and the revenue she has brought to the university warrant a higher salary.”
Gasso’s demands come as the Sooners prepare for another Women’s College World Series run, adding urgency to the negotiations. The coach’s seven national championships tie her for the second-most ever, and her departure would be a significant blow to the program.
Fans and players alike are on edge as the situation unfolds. “Coach Gasso is the heart and soul of this team,” said one player. “Losing her would be devastating.”
The university has not yet responded to Gasso’s demands, but with the season in full swing, a resolution is expected soon. The future of Oklahoma softball hangs in the balance as its most iconic figure stands firm in her demands for recognition and compensation commensurate with her historic achievements.
