DALLAS (NCBWA) The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association
continues its tradition of NCAA Division I polls for the eighth year with
its 2005 weekly surveys. Weekly polls will continue each Monday through
June 28, following the NCAA World Series in Omaha, Neb.
The Tulane Green Wave blasted Saint Louis in a three-game swept
a weekend series to retain the top ranking in the NCBWA Top 35 Poll. No.
2 Cal State Fullerton won its only game of the week, a non-conference tilt
with Pepperdine. Texas moved back up to No. 3 with its doubleheader sweep
of Dallas Baptist, while upstart Oregon State, at a season-high No. 4, extended
its winning streak to eight games with a sweep of Washington. Miami retained
its spot at No. 5.
Founded in 1962, the NCBWA is dedicated to the advancement of college
baseball. Membership is open to writers, broadcasters and publicists of
the sport. Members receive a membership card, directory, newsletter updates
and official votes in the Xanthus Dick Howser Trophy, Regional Players of
the Year and NCBWA All-America voting. The NCBWA also sponsors the Pro-Line
Cap Division I Players of the Week, the Stopper of the Year, and publication
and writing contests.