The College World Series is unlike any other championship in college sports. Eight teams descend upon Omaha, Nebraska for a double elimination tournament. Two teams will emerge from the two bracket format to play a best two out of three series for the national championship.
It begins today in Omaha and like always, will be played at Johnny Rosenblatt Stadium. Unfortunately, this will be the last time for The ‘blatt. Next year the tournament moves downtown into a brand new facility. Out with the old and in with the new.
For a college baseball team to make it to the CWS is a great accomplishment. To make it in the final year at Rosenblatt is special. Lifetime memories will be created for the players on all eight teams. Especially noteworthy is the fact that TCU is making its first CWS appearance.
I too am making my first trip to the college world series. Although I planned this trip a long time ago, I modified part of that plan recently when I decided to make the trip by car instead of plane. It may sound crazy, but it was actually an enjoyable experience. It was a decision inspired by a Coastal Carolina wristband that simply states 1312 on one side and Omaha on the other. How could you not want to make that trip after the miracle season that the Chanticleers had this year? On a side note, I also noticed that my favorite college baseball writer, Stitch-Head, was driving from CA.
If you are still reading this post, you may be wondering what does the CWS have to do with criminal defense law. That’s simple. They have everything and nothing to do with each other. Play ball and call the next case.
