They said it

■ From Brad Dickson of the Omaha (Neb.) World-Herald, not amused by the perpetual road construction in the College World Series’ host city: “Because this is Omaha, there’s a detour between first and second base.”

■ From comedian Argus Hamilton, on the U.S. soccer team’s 1-1 draw in Mexico City: “There was one awkward moment at the end of the match: Mexico got a free kick, and the United States built a wall.”