Do Student-Athletes Assume the Risk of Poor Coaching Decisions?

By Gary J. Chester, Senior Writer A common sign at Major League Baseball stadiums and other ballfields throughout the country reads, “NO PEPPER.” This commands baseball teams to refrain from using a pregame drill that involves a batter rapidly hitting balls to several fielders about 20 feet away. It is prohibited because stray balls could strike nearby players who are not participating. A recent New York case illustrates that not all baseball managers avoid risky drills that can seriou