Protect Your Field with Baseball Nets
MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred is working with teams to expand protective netting at ballparks across the country. This is a necessary and overdue measure to ensure fans are kept safe from foul balls that could potentially cause injuries.
Square batting cage netting is typically easier to install and will hang straighter than diamond nets. It is also more durable and can withstand harsh weather conditions.
Backstop Netting
Protect spectators, equipment and other buildings in and around your baseball facility with backstop netting. Using a high-quality net will help you reduce line drives and foul balls that could cause injury to players or fans.
Choose from a variety of batting cage and backstop netting options, including UV stabilized and weather treated nylon nets. They’re incredibly durable and have a tensile strength of up to 410 lb. They can withstand harsh sunlight and heavy rains without fraying, unravelling or rotting.
The netting is also available in different gauges, or thicknesses, with the higher the number; the thicker the twine. #18 netting has a breaking strength of 194 lbs and is the lightest net for batting cages, with a 1-3/4” mesh squared, it can last 2-3 years with moderate use.
Hitting Nets
When you’re looking for a hitting Baseball Nets, make sure to choose a high quality option that will be able to withstand the repeated impacts from baseballs or softballs. Most high quality nets will have a lightweight frame that is easy to assemble and include a carry bag for ease of transportation and storage.
They can stand up to almost any type of weather and will be able to protect spectators from wayward balls, reducing the risk of spectator injuries. They also come in a variety of sizes that are able to be fitted to different types of structures.
The best batting nets will be made from materials such as Dyneema or Spectra, which are Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene fibers. These are the strongest and most durable nettings available on the market today and have been used in MLB ballparks for over 19 years. They are available in both knotted and knotless versions with the most common being a knotted #18 net.
Pitching Nets
A pitching net is a great way for a player to practice throwing fastballs and breaking pitches in a controlled environment without worrying about hitting someone else or the weather. These nets typically have a large target area to improve aim and come in batting cage or tee style models to accommodate different training exercises.
If you plan to use a pitching net regularly make sure it is properly maintained. It’s recommended that you thoroughly inspect the netting and webbing each time it comes out of storage and before every practice session. Small tears and abrasions can quickly decrease the lifespan of your net.
Some pitching nets fold down for easy storage and transportation. Look for a model that features stakes for secure mounting or that comes with a carrying case for even more convenience. Some models also include a sock that gathers balls for easy and quick retrieval. This makes it easier to train and eliminates the need for manual ball retrieval which can hinder your throwing accuracy.
