Oklahoma Sooners pitcher transferring to LSU Tigers

Softball Star Makes Big Move: Monticelli Heads to LSU

Oklahoma Transfer Brings Veteran Experience to Baton Rouge

Peytn Monticelli, former Oklahoma Sooner softball pitcher, announced her commitment to the LSU Tigers on Monday.

Monticelli joined the Sooners following the 2023 season, contributing to their fourth consecutive championship win in 2024.

During her two years in Norman, she appeared in 34 games, holding a 2-0 record. In 2024, Monticelli boasted an impressive 1.09 ERA across 19.1 innings. However, she faced challenges in 2025 with a 3.94 ERA over 21.1 innings and limited playing time during the NCAA Tournament.

The transfer brings valuable experience to LSU, filling the void left by pitcher Sydney Berzon who joined Oklahoma via the transfer portal.

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Meanwhile, Oklahoma is strengthening its own roster for the upcoming season. They welcome Alyssa Parker, ranked as the No. 1 pitcher in the 2025 recruiting class, and Berkley Zache, the No. 5 pitcher overall. Returning players include senior Kierston Deal, sophomore Audrey Lowry, and redshirt freshman Sophia Bordi, who will be back with the team after taking time away during the latter part of the 2025 season.

Monticelli expressed her gratitude for her time at Oklahoma in a heartfelt social media statement:

"Thank you, Sooner Nation, for supporting me these past two years. This was not an easy decision to make. I have loved everything about being a Sooner and am so grateful for every single person I have met along my journey with this program. Norman will always be a special place to me."

She also shared her excitement for joining LSU, tweeting: "Callin’ Baton Rouge 🐅💜💛 @LSUsoftball"