Locker Room Bulletin Board ...
NCAA's bat standards controversy simmers down ... Two teams travel to Cuba ... Decatur High School gets back to using wood ... Expanded NCAA Division I tournament is a success ... Programs target teen steroid use ...

Q&A ...
We spoke with former major leaguer Vance Law, who has returned to take the head-coaching reins at his alma mater, Brigham Young University.

Cover Story ... Getting a Jump
Each year, teams take advantage of temperate autumns to squeeze in more baseball. Some top coaches offer advice on how to make the most of the nontraditional season.

Communication ... Simply Said
Along with a solid game strategy, every head coach needs a game plan for communicating with assistant coaches. Here are some tips from those with experience.

Pitching ... Learning Curve
A potent curveball can make a batter's head spin. A pitching ace tells you how to teach a pitcher to throw one--safely and effectively.

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