The Big 12 Softball Tournament gets rolling this week at Devon Park, with the 11 competing squads looking to snatch the throne previously held by Oklahoma, which won six of its final seven Big 12 tournament appearances before departing for the SEC.

Eight Big 12 softball teams are in the NCAA Tournament mix, but all have work to do in the Big 12 tourney. We explore in the latest Big 12 power rankings.

Much like March Madness, teams can earn berths in the NCAA regionals by winning their conference tournaments. The rest of the 64-team field will be chosen by the NCAA softball committee. Teams with impressive runs in the conference tournaments can bolster their resumes, so it’s an important week for all teams. Here’s what you need to know: