Husker CWS coverage
 
Sunday June 10
• "Let's go play some Husker ball now," Coach Van Horn says as his Huskers get ready for Tulane: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
• It's a high-stakes game for R.D. Spiehs, who hasn't pitched in a game since May 26. Speaking of lengthy layoffs, Justin Pekarek is hoping to contribute.
• USC coach Mike Gillespie knows what it's like to lose a CWS opener -- and go on to win it all.
• Tulane is no stranger to must-win situations: 1, 2
• The OWH studies the bandwagon question.
 
Friday June 8
• Here are a few stage-setters from the K.C., Orlando, New Orleans and Miami papers.
• The L.A. papers call Omaha the ideal host (1, 2) but say the crowd noise will be a daunting challenge for the Titans.
• The Denver Post chats with big bopper Matt Hopper.
• Can Shane Komine tame the Titans? (Don't miss the "related stories," too numerous to list here, when you visit this Omaha World-Herald link.)
• Also from the OWH, a story and photos from the opening ceremonies and home-run challenge.
• Still more from the OWH: a massive special section.
• Coaches assess the home-crowd factor: 1, 2
• Baseball America previews the series.
• Meet Ryan Garko, who will catch the president's pitch.
• Lefthander Jon Smith will pitch for CSF.
 
Thursday June 7
• Here are a few photos from Thursday's practice in Omaha.
• The Athletic Dept. has some swell wallpaper for you.
• The latest on "Camp Rosenblatt."
• The president's presence will add to the hoopla.
• Titans shortstop Mike Rouse goes on a home-run tear.
• Here's NU's CWS media guide: html | pdf
• R.D. Spiehs is fired up for Sunday: 1, 2
• Dave Van Horn has brought the team far: 1, 2
• Will Bolt doesn't let a cooler bat get him down.
• The Titans come to Omaha with impressive credentials.
• Adam Stern shares his CWS diary.
• Four NU teammates are also roommates.
• The Huskers hit the road to Omaha.
 
Wednesday June 6
• Dave Van Horn takes questions in an online chat.
• Fans camp out in hopes of getting tickets: 1, 2
• Here's the official word on scalping.
• The Titans figure they got a tough draw in NU: 1, 2
• CSF has come a long way since its 8-8 start.
• The CWS is extra special to the home-state players: 1, 2
• Everyone knows the Huskers will run a little.
• Creighton's 1991 CWS appearance caused a similar stir.
• An OWH reporter goes on a ticket quest.
• Some notes from the LJS and OWH.
• Qualifying for the CWS isn't enough, Huskers say.
• The NU Alumni Association is throwing a Dugout Party.
• Eric Sorenson says the Huskers should win two games.
 
Tuesday June 5
• NU prepares for the hype & distractions.
• A few stories from the Cal-Fullerton perspective: 1, 2, 3
• The Huskers practice at the new ballpark.
• A 1995 prediction comes true for Jeff Blevins.
• NU and Cal-Fullerton draw the 6 p.m. Friday slot.
• CBS Sportsline offers up team capsules.
• Better get to the ballpark early, and exit before 13th.
 
Monday June 4
• Will the fired-up locals behave themselves?
• The Red Clad Loon catches Big Red baseball fever.