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The Iowa State softball team opened Big 12 Conference play with a three-game home series against defending national champion Oklahoma last weekend. Senior Sara Rice (pictured) had one of ISU's two hits in Sunday's 11-0 loss to the Sooners. The Cyclones have nine home games scheduled this month, including matchups against Texas (April 11-13), North Dakota (April 15), Omaha (April 16), South Dakota (April 22) and Iowa (April 23). Admission and parking are free at the Cyclone Sports Complex. Photo by Bob Elbert.