U.S. Congressmen Randy Neugebauer (R – Lubbock) and Roger Williams (R – Austin) sport their respective teams' caps prior to the matchup at the College Baseball World Series in Omaha, Nebraska.
AUSTIN, Texas -
Big 12 rivals, Texas Tech and TCU, will face off in the first round of the College World Series Sunday.
Texas Congressman Randy Neugebauer, a former Red Raider, and TCU alumnus, Roger Williams, will be watching their alma maters' face-off in Omaha.
“I have total confidence in my Texas Tech Red Raiders and cannot wait to see them go all the way to the championship,” said Neugebauer. “As for beating the TCU Horned Frogs, all I have to say is Wreck ‘Em Tech!”
Williams, a former coach and player who made All-Southwest Conference and was named to TCU’s All-Decade Team for the 1960s, said he is optimistic about his Horned Frogs.
“Although some of these guys aren’t strangers to Omaha, it’s an honor for all of them to be there, so I know TCU will come in ready to play,” Williams said.
Neugebauer and Williams say they are not only are excited for their respective universities, but also for the success of college baseball in the state.
“It is fantastic to see two such talented teams from Texas make it into the national spotlight. These fine institutions represent a commitment to excellence that extends beyond sports. The lessons these athletes are learning - including teamwork, leadership and self-discipline – will serve them well their entire lives. We commend both teams on their seasons.”
