San José State faces No. 14 Oklahoma
The San José State women’s basketball team travels to face No. 14 Oklahoma on Tuesday evening, marking the second road game of the season for the Spartans.
According to sjsuspartans.com, the matchup is scheduled for 6 p.m. CT, or 4 p.m. PT.
This contest represents the second consecutive year the Spartans have been tested by a top-25 opponent during the non-conference schedule. Last year, the program faced No. 21 Washington in a similar high-stakes road environment.
Oklahoma enters Tuesday’s game with a 2-0 record. The Sooners recently secured a 91-79 victory over No. 12 North Carolina in Paris and followed it with a 95-38 win against Morgan State this past Sunday. The program is looking to build on a strong 2025-26 campaign that saw them reach the Sweet Sixteen in Sacramento before falling to South Carolina.
San José State is looking to rebound from an 0-1 start after a loss at Nebraska on November 2, where they fell 81-54. Despite the loss, the game provided a significant individual breakthrough for the Spartans’ roster.
Erika Mace sets freshman milestone
Freshman Erika Mace emerged as a focal point for the Spartans during the season opener. Mace recorded 20 points on 8-of-12 shooting from the field, including a perfect 3-for-3 performance from three-point range, while also contributing three assists, sjsuspartans.com reported.
Mace’s performance was historic for the program. She became the first Spartan freshman in over 30 years to score 20 or more points in a debut. The last player to achieve this feat was Kylie Page, who scored 27 points off the bench in a loss at Fresno State on November 29, 1995, eventually earning Big West Freshman of the Year honors.
Mace is also the first San José State player this decade to open a season with a 20-plus point performance. Her scoring efficiency has already placed her high in several national categories. As of November 8, Mace ranks 62nd nationally in points per game (20.0) and 53rd in three-point production (3.0).
Sydnie Rodriguez provided additional offensive support in the Nebraska game, scoring 15 points coming off the bench. Rodriguez currently ranks 9th nationally in field goal percentage at 83.3% and 53rd in three-point production at 3.0 per game.
Coaching links and defensive depth define the matchup
The matchup features a notable professional link between the two programs. San José State head coach Jonas Chatterton previously served as the associate head coach for Oklahoma’s Jennie Baranczyk during the 2024-25 season. Spartan assistant coach Jordan Moser returns to her alma mater, where she played for three years and served as a student coach during the 2024-25 season.
Defensively, the Spartans will look to sophomore Gabriela Pato to disrupt the Oklahoma offense. Pato recorded three blocked shots in the season opener, continuing a trend from her freshman year when she finished 124th nationally in blocks per game. She currently ranks 12th in the nation with 3.0 blocks per game.
The Spartans’ statistical profile shows strength in shooting efficiency. The team currently ranks 4th nationally in three-point percentage at 50.0% and 33rd in free throw percentage at 80.0%.
| Player | Category | National Rank | Stat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gabriela Pato | Blocks per game | 12th | 3.0 |
| Sydnie Rodriguez | Field Goal % | 9th | 83.3% |
| Erika Mace | Field Goal % | 54th | 66.7% |
| Erika Mace | Points per game | 62nd | 20.0 |
| Erika Mace | 3-PT per game | 53rd | 3.0 |
| Sydnie Rodriguez | 3-PT per game | 53rd | 3.0 |
Upcoming home schedule
Following the road trip to Oklahoma, the Spartans will return to the Provident Credit Union Event Center for a three-game home stand. The home stretch begins on Sunday, November 15, against Portland State at 1 p.m.
The current roster maintains a diverse international presence, with players representing six different nations, including Spain, Israel, Finland, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands.
Kylie Page’s 1995 scoring performance remains the benchmark for freshman impact at San José State.
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