BREAKING: Twin Sensations Ava and Emma Moore Forge Shared Legacy, Commit to Oklahoma Sooners
NORMAN, OK – In a seismic recruiting coup that reinforces the University of Oklahoma’s status as a national powerhouse, five-star twin prospects Ava and Emma Moore announced their joint commitment to the Sooners on Tuesday. The decision, celebrated across Sooner Nation, sees the nation’s top-ranked guard and forward from the class of 2025 taking their unparalleled synergy from the heart of Texas to the hallowed court at Lloyd Noble Center, choosing OU over finalists LSU, South Carolina, and UConn.
The Moore sisters, from Denton, Texas, revealed their choice in a meticulously produced video on social media, culminating with them donning Oklahoma crimson and cream jerseys simultaneously. The caption, a simple “Boomer Sooner. x2,” sent the college basketball world into a frenzy and marked a defining victory for Head Coach Jennie Baranczyk and her staff.
“This is more than a commitment; it’s a partnership that was meant to be in Crimson and Cream,” Ava, a dynamic 5’9” point guard known for her blistering speed and court vision, stated. “We’ve built this dream together since we could first dribble a ball. We’ve always pushed each other, and we knew we wanted to do that at the next level. The family atmosphere Coach Baranczyk has created, the way her team plays with such joy and unselfishness—it felt like home. It felt like us.”
The recruitment of the Moore twins was one of the most intensely watched sagas in recent memory. Their rare combination of individual excellence and almost telepathic connection on the court made them the most coveted package deal in the country. For Oklahoma, securing their signatures is a testament to the program’s rising prestige under Baranczyk, known for her high-octane, offensive system that prioritizes ball movement and player freedom.
“You’re not just getting two incredible athletes; you’re getting a single, cohesive unit that operates on a different wavelength,” said their high school coach, Marcus Thorne. “Ava sees passing lanes before they exist, and Emma is already filling them. Defensively, they communicate without saying a word. They are the epitome of a force multiplier. Oklahoma’s system is the perfect incubator for their talents. This is a perfect match.”
While Ava commands the backcourt with her playmaking, Emma, a 6’2” forward with a versatile inside-out game, dominates the paint and the perimeter. She possesses a reliable three-point shot, a tenacious rebounding instinct, and the footwork to defend multiple positions. Together, they form a nearly insurmountable challenge for opponents, their games weaving together to create a whole that is vastly greater than the sum of its parts.
Coach Baranczyk, who has elevated the Sooners into a perennial Big 12 champion and Final Four contender, could barely contain her excitement. “This is a landmark day for Oklahoma Basketball,” she said in a released statement. “Ava and Emma embody everything we value: elite skill, fierce competitiveness, and, most importantly, profound character and sisterhood. They understand the power of team. They aren’t just coming here to be great players; they’re coming here to help build a legacy and win championships the right way. We are thrilled to welcome them to our family.”
The decision is also a significant win on the strategic recruiting battlefield. Be out perennial giants like UConn and South Carolina for such highly-touted prospects signals that Oklahoma is now unquestionably among the sport’s elite destinations. The influence of the Sooners’ vibrant, sold-out home-court atmosphere and the promise of thriving in Baranczyk’s player-friendly system were repeatedly cited as deciding factors.
For the Moore family, the choice was as much about fit as it was about basketball. “The coaching staff made it clear that they were investing in Ava and Emma as people first, athletes second,” said their father, David Moore. “They presented a clear plan for their development on and off the court. We trusted that environment. We saw how their players supported each other, and we knew that was the place where our daughters would flourish.”
The impact of their commitment extends beyond Xs and Os. In the modern era of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL), the marketability of a twin duo with their talent and charisma in a passionate market like Oklahoma’s is immense. Their shared brand presents unique opportunities that align perfectly with the collective NIL structure gaining traction in Norman.
As they finish their high school careers, Ava and Emma Moore arrive in Norman carrying not just the hopes of a program, but the proof of its ascended status. They represent a new era of Oklahoma basketball—one built on elite talent, infectious culture, and a commitment to doing it together.
“We’ve shared every moment of this journey,” Emma said, her arm around her sister. “The early morning workouts, the tough losses, the big wins. It only makes sense that we share the next chapter too. We’re coming to Oklahoma to win, to learn, to grow, and to do it side-by-side. We can’t wait to get to work.”
For Sooner fans, the future isn’t just bright; it’s doubly dazzling. The Moore twins have arrived, and with them, they bring a shared dream destined to be realized in Crimson and Cream.
