
Omaha’s Riverfront Buzz Ahead of the College World Series
From the runway at Eppley Airfield to a gelato shop on the edge of Iowa, Michael Koh captures the city’s preparation for the season’s biggest baseball event.
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From the runway at Eppley Airfield to a gelato shop on the edge of Iowa, Michael Koh captures the city’s preparation for the season’s biggest baseball event.

Eight teams will compete in the upcoming College Baseball World Series, with Georgia, North Carolina and Texas emerging as the top favorites in betting markets. Georgia’s .326 batting average and 174 home runs set the tone for an offense‑driven tournament, while North Carolina and Texas bring deep pitching rotations that could prove decisive.

With North Carolina’s 3.86 ERA and Georgia’s top‑ranked offense, analysts expect a tightly contested three‑game series that could crown the Tar Heels’ first national title.

With the college baseball transfer window open, Texas is aggressively reshaping its lineup, adding proven talent like Linkin Garcia and targeting key positions before the draft.

Buddy Battle, a Syracuse University alumnus and former Sweet 16 standout, has rejoined the Orange’s basketball staff in a newly created hybrid position that blends player development with life‑skills mentorship.

A look back at the 1965 Arizona State University baseball squad that captured the nation’s first title, the values that drove their success, and the lasting impact on players and the university.

The University of South Carolina appoints Kevin Schnall as its 33rd head coach, offering a structured contract with escalating salary, buyout clauses and incentives tied to postseason success.
Georgia’s baseball team clinched a spot in the College World Series, and coach Kirby Smart highlighted the squad’s resilience, the impact of recent transfers, and his personal ties to the program.

Friday night, the University of North Carolina baseball team takes on Ole Miss in the second game of the opening day at the College World Series, hoping to make a deep run in Omaha

Omaha’s rich baseball heritage, iconic venues and unique fan culture make it a destination unlike any other, where the journey is as memorable as the game itself.

Owen Hull's clutch hit in the ninth inning turned a 3‑2 deficit into a 4‑3 win, earning UNC a berth in the College World Series and sparking a wave of social‑media celebration.

The Tar Heels survived a tense series with USC to reach the College World Series, but they must sharpen their hitting and seize the early lead against a resilient Ole Miss squad.
UNC opens its 2026 CWS schedule against Ole Miss on June 12, riding a 50‑win season and top‑ten rankings in runs, ERA and fielding percentage. With pitchers Caden Glauber and Jason DeCaro leading a balanced attack, the Tar Heels aim to capture their first championship, while Georgia stands as the favorite.

Matt Archibald and Brady Bendik have been named to the ABCA All-East Region teams, a historic milestone for Navy baseball that also grants them eligibility for the upcoming ABCA/Rawlings All-America selections.

Sophomore Jett Music and redshirt senior David Rossow from Campbell University were selected to the Atlantic All-Region team, highlighting a season of elite performances that position them for national accolades.

Fordham University’s senior catcher Tommy McAndrews was selected to the 2026 ABCA/Rawlings First Team All‑Northeast Region, a milestone that highlights his athletic and academic achievements.

After a successful tenure at Coastal Carolina, coach Kevin Schnall is set to take the helm of South Carolina baseball, bringing a winning pedigree and a fresh direction to the program.

Alabama’s program breaks a 27‑year hiatus, securing a sixth CWS appearance and setting up a high‑stakes matchup with Oklahoma in Omaha.

The University of North Carolina’s baseball team is back in the College World Series for the second time in three seasons, chasing its first national championship and showcasing the impact of transfer pitcher Owen Hull.

Georgia's baseball program is back in the national spotlight as the Bulldogs prepare for their first College World Series appearance since 1990, a journey that began with a historic championship and a memorable hat.

Alabama’s baseball program celebrated a milestone this week as the Crimson Tide secured a spot in the Men’s College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska, for the first time since 1999, highlighted by a grand slam from Jason Torres and strong pitching performances.

The Bulldogs, fresh off a historic SEC Tournament win, enter the CWS as the top betting favorite, with Texas close behind.

Freshman reliever Jackson Rose has been a pivotal force for North Carolina as the team advances to the College World Series, delivering dominant outings that could shape the championship run.

Both USC and Oregon saw their NCAA Super Regional campaigns end in heartbreaking fashion, while five SEC schools move forward to the Omaha-based College World Series.