Return to softball form: Why confident James Logan says it is ready to compete with section’s elite

NEWARK – Danger was all around James Logan pitcher Anastasia Marquez in the bottom of the sixth inning Tuesday. Baserunners ready to spring into action crouched to the right, left and directly behind the senior with two outs.

But in front of her was a familiar face in catcher Makayla Villapando, who had a simple message for her childhood friend.

“Take your time and take control of the game,’” Villapando told the senior pitcher. “You control the tempo, so slow it down and go at your...