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Class o 2014 power forward Jacob Hammond has committed to the Oklahoma Sooners.

Class o 2013 point guard Jordan Woodard has committed to the Oklahoma Sooners.

In the state of Oklahoma there are considered to be two top tier football powerhouses, Tulsa Union and Jenks. But now there might be a third school. And it might be a new hotbed for the Oklahoma Sooners.

Four-star safety Hatari Byrd committed to Oklahoma on Thursday, becoming the Sooners' first commit from California for the class of 2013.

LaColtan Bester's patience paid off as the Oklahoma Sooners offered him a scholarship in May when the team suspended three receivers.

Oklahoma Sooners running back Damien Williams was all set to attend Arizona State before a coaching change made him re-evaluate his situation.

In a matter of weeks, defensive back Zack Sanchez went from Baylor commitment to OU signee. And defensive coordinator Mike Stoops is the main reason why the versatile defensive back will wear crimson and cream in 2012.

Oklahoma receiver signee Durron Neal knows he'll be asked to contribute this season, particularly with the Sooners' lack of depth. Neal says he's prepared for it.

Colleyville (Texas) Heritage quarterback Cody Thomas has a message for the other 24 quarterbacks competing in the Elite 11 QB finals this: "I'm ready."

Oklahoma running back signee wants his new school to be like his family. And he's proven that he cares about his teammates on and off the field.

Four-star offensive tackle Matt Beyer has committed to OU. He is the former teammate of quarterback signee Trevor Knight.

The Elite 11 finals will once again have an Oklahoma feel to it. Four-star prospect Cody Thomas, who committed to the Sooners in May, has been invited to participate in the quarterback competition.

Three-star Texas receiver Austin Bennett has committed to the Oklahoma Sooners over offers from Arkansas, West Virginia and others.

Four-star Texas linebacker Jordan Mastrogiovanni has committed to the Oklahoma Sooners, choosing OU over Texas A&M.

Jenks, Okla., receiver Jordan Smallwood committed to the Oklahoma Sooners on the same day that he received an offer.

Oklahoma has six commitments in the new ESPN 300 recruiting rankings, with four in the top 150.