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Final cover announced for new hardcover book commemorating University of Oklahoma softball and the Sooners’ three consecutive championships

Pediment Publishing and The Oklahoman announce a limited-edition book that follows the Sooners through their third consecutive Women’s College World Series, CRIMSON EMPIRE: How Patty Gasso built the Sooners into a college softball dynasty.

A limited-edition, 144-page hardcover coffee-table book, CRIMSON EMPIRE covers the 2021, 2022 and 2023 seasons. Authored by the acclaimed journalists at The Oklahoman, this collector’s item offers an immersive journey through three straight years of championship runs, cementing it as the ultimate keepsake that will be cherished for generations.

Production is underway now, with release set for November 17, 2023. Orders are open at Pediment Publishing. 

The cover features Oklahoma hoisting the NCAA trophy to celebrate winning the Women’s College World Series championship over Florida State at USA Softball Hall of Fame Stadium in Oklahoma City on June, 8, 2023. SARAH PHIPPS / THE OKLAHOMAN

Additional details:

  • Title: CRIMSON EMPIRE: How Patty Gasso built the Sooners into a college softball dynasty
  • Hardcover, collector's edition
  • ISBN: 9781638460848
  • Published by Pediment Publishing
  • 144 pages on 80# archival stock meant to last and not yellow for generations
  • Printed in North America

This limited-edition book is the perfect gift for your loved ones. Click the link below to purchase!

CRIMSON EMPIRE: How Patty Gasso built the Sooners into a college softball dynasty Cover
The Oklahoman presents CRIMSON EMPIRE: How Patty Gasso built the Sooners into a college softball dynasty

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