13 best softball pitching machine for 12 inch softball

Product description

Baden's Ballistic Pitching Machine Softballs are specifically engineered for use in pitching machines and hitting practices. This high-quality training softball features genuine leather optic yellow cover for the most realistic look and feel on the market. While the balls dura-poly core provides long-lasting shape retention. The softballs red-and-blue stitching flat Kevlar seams increase durability and allow coaches and players to easily distinguish the Ballistic Softball from other practice balls. These softballs come in official size (12") and weight and are shipped by the (dozen).

• GENUINE - Optic yellow softball, leather cover for a true authentic look and feel
• SEAMS - Flat reinforced Kevlar seams add durability for long-lasting use in pitching machines and hitting drills
• RED and BLUE - Seams make it easy to identify which softballs are your pitching machine and practice softballs
• CORE - Duralock and rubber core which helps with shape retention and strengthens the softball
• SHIPS - By the dozen (12 softballs) Official size (12") and weight

User questions & answers

Question:	Will these go the same distance when hit as a regular .47/375 fastpitch softball
Answer:	Yes we hit them in practice and they go the same distance as a regular 12 in ball
Question:	Do these have a realistic bounce when you hit a ground ball? vs the very bouncy dimpled balls
Answer:	Yes, these balls will have a more traditional more true bounce than a dimpled balls. Please let us know if you have any further questions. Thank you, Baden Sports Customer Service
Question:	Do these have a realistic bounce when you hit a ground ball? vs the very bouncy dimpled balls
Answer:	Yes, react just like game balls. We use them mostly for batting practice with jugs machine. Very durable! We ordered more due to this durability.
Question:	Where is the product manufactured? Thanks
Answer:	China

Product description

For maximum accuracy and performance in your pitching machine, JUGS Sting-Free pratice balls will prove to be the best practice balls you've ever used. Jugs Sting-Free softballs have a one-year guarantee and are the same size and weight as a regulation softball. Designed for pitching machines, Sting-Free softballs feel like a real leather ball when hit and are waterproof making them ideal for indoor and outdoor use. Also great for offensive and defensive drills.

• Feels like a real leather ball when hit
• Will not damage aluminum bats
• Will not sting your hitters' hands
• Same size and weight as leather balls
• One-Year Guarantee; Pack of 12

User questions & answers

Question:	Are the sizes the circumference of the ball
Answer:	They are the equivilant circumfetence of a 12” softball. Also come in 10” softball size, and baseball size.
Question:	Are these balls yellow or lime green (other wise called optic yellow
Answer:	I'd call them bright yellow.
Question:	Are these safe for a jugs lite machine
Answer:	I use these in a juggs lite machine and they work great for me!
Question:	Do you have this ball in a hard foam type
Answer:	I'm not sure what you mean by "hard foam". These are some sort of foam-like plastic, the same size and weight as a softball.

Product features

JUGS Sting-Free Dimpled Pitching Machine Softballs.

Specifically designed for use with pitching machines.

Product description

The Softball Pitching Machine with Bonus Ball Feeder from Heater Trend Sports is a terrific way to practice your softball hitting and fielding techniques. The powerful motor pitches 12-inch balls at up to 50 miles per hour! It features variable speed control and an automatic ball feeder that holds up to 9 softballs making it great for individual practice. Practice your fielding techniques by tilting the machine to prepare for catching grounders, line drives and pop-ups. This softball training aid features sturdy tubular steel legs with a fully adjustable pitch height. This Heater product uses standard A/C power. Improve your softball game today with the Heater Softball Pitching Machine and Bonus Ball Feeder.

• Recommended Ages 8 years to Adult; Auto-Ball Feeder; Fully Enclosed Wheel; Adjustable Pitch Height; Tubular Steel Legs with Rubber Tips; Uses Standard A/C Power; Adjustable Speed Control adjusts for a variety of pitch speeds; Auto-Ball Feeder pitches every 9 seconds; Fully Enclosed Wheel provides maximum safety; Strong Steel Legs for stability
• 12.00" Pitching Machine Softballs
• Throws Pop-ups, Line Drives, and Grounders
• Variable Speed Control
• Pitches 12.00" Softballs Up To 50 MPH

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this get a good arch on the slow pitch
Answer:	Hi, Thanks for checking out an item we offer within our Amazon store. This glove comes in 3 sizes, 11", 12", and 13". The 11" would be for bigger kids or smaller adults and the 12" and 13" would be for adults or real big kids. This glove is designed for recreational play. Let us know if you have any other questions. Thanks again. Larry, LNC Sports, LLC
Question:	Distancia maxima del bateador a la que se puede colocar sin que pierda la velocidad de 50mph? Se puede usar con bolas de sobasebal y baseball
Answer:	Hi, Thanks for checking out an item we offer within our Amazon store. This glove can be used for baseball or softball and for any position. You should understand it is a recreational level glove, and not meant for a competitive ball player of any type. It is great for recreational softball or baseball games, playing catch in the back yard or other things like that. This is not a leather glove, but is a great value for the back yard or recreational player. Let us know if you have any other questions. Thanks again. Larry, LNC Sports, LLC
Question:	Can i use real softballs
Answer:	Go to your order details and make sure you actually ordered the glove you meant to order, and if it was the seller's mistake, there's an option to contact them.
Question:	Can I use a power inverter as well, it puts out 120v
Answer:	Hi Frank,Sorry about the size oversight. We are updating the description at this time. Franklin item 4114 (Black/Camel Pro Flex Hybrid BBG) is size 13". Thank you

Product description

Heater Sports Heater 12 Inch Pitching Machine Softballs

• Features. Recommended ball for most Heater brand pitching machines. Made from durable polyurethane for extended ball life.

User questions & answers

Question:	What would the cor/compression rating on these balls be? need to make sure they are safe for my bats
Answer:	These balls are soft enough for all bats.
Question:	Will these fit in the heater lite pitching machine
Answer:	Yes they will fit but they are not compatible. This is not a lite ball so it will likely ruin your lite machine.
Question:	How many balls are included
Answer:	It is sold by the dozen.

• 12-inch yellow training balls
• Designed for use in baseball pitching machines
• Intended for batting practice
• Made from durable dimpled polyurethane
• Includes 12 baseball pitching balls

User questions & answers

Question:	How much does each ball weigh
Answer:	4.8 ounces
Question:	how many balls included in one package
Answer:	This listing is for 1 dozen (12)
Question:	Do these specific balls fluoresce under UV light
Answer:	No they do not.
Question:	How many balls
Answer:	The is one ball for price listed.

Product features

Rawlings 12-inch Yellow Dimple Training Softballs

Load up the pitching machine with Rawlings yellow training softballs, designed with durable dimpled polyurethane to withstand hit after hit.

Product description

MacGregor BBDSBALL MacGregor 12'' Yellow Dimpled Softball (DZN)

• Soft polyurethane construction holds up to intense training sessions in the batting cage
• Brand: MacGregor
• Designed safe for aluminum bats
• Comes with 12 balls to keep practices fully stocked
• Ball Type: Training/practice

User questions & answers

Question:	Are these made from foam
Answer:	A rubber. Not the really soft foam ones.
Question:	Do these work with Iron Mike pitching machines
Answer:	Really don’t know
Question:	Are these safe for composite bats
Answer:	No All the bat makers say do not hit them. I use them in my batting with a old bat.
Question:	Are these balls regulation weight for high school 12" softballs
Answer:	Not sure of the weight. They do throw more consistently than a 12” ball out of the machine

• Designed specifically to be used with the JUGS Lite-Flite Machine
• Their sponge-like texture makes them safe for indoor hitting without a batting cage
• Throws true, even at regulation pitching distances.
• Weighs just ounces
• Players see a realistic pitch but do not get stung by the ball…makes the JUGS Lite-Flite ideal for offensive and defensive drills

User questions & answers

Question:	What softball would I purchase to get 55mph for 14u softball? We have a machine but they balls seem pretty slow. Do they get slower with age
Answer:	Use the Jugs dimple balls made specially for the machine. The balls will not work as well in the machines as they get worn out. The balls get smoother which gives the wheel nothing to grab
Question:	Are they safe for in my house
Answer:	Unless you are in a cage or garage, no they are not safe for use in the house.
Question:	Would these fly well for outfield practice using a tennis or racketball racket
Answer:	If you are trying to teach fielding (correct)? Using a glove no, they are to light in weight so the fielder can feel them. If catching fly balls as long as it is not too windy. If you want my opinion on options I would need to know more but general, fielding ground balls, real softball, slow down the ball, work on form, gradually build up speed, form, player builds confidence. FORM MORE IMPORTANT, Fly Balls, Smaller area, crop hip right toss, Drop Hip Left Toss Ball, Most Difficult Player turns glove side toss ball over their head catch. As they improve throw ball further. than do not tell them where throwing ball. they get that, than hit ball with bat and see what you have. KEEP Repeating from beginning till they give up or you give up. LOL
Question:	how heavy are the balls
Answer:	very light weight. they move as they come at the hitter. good for hand eye coordination.

Product features

USE INDOORS OR OUTDOORS

Their sponge-like texture makes them safe for indoor hitting without a batting cage.

MACHINE USE

Designed specifically to be used with the JUGS Lite-Flite Machine but can also be used for toss drills or tee drills.

OFFENSE OR DEFENSE

Players see a realistic pitch but do not get stung by the ball. This makes the JUGS Lite-Flite softballs ideal for offensive and defensive drills.

1-DOZEN

Same size as a regulation softball, JUGS Lite-Flite Softballs come in Optic Game-Ball Yellow only, and are sold by the dozen. Available in 11 and 12-inch sizes.

PLAYERS SEE A REALISTIC PITCH WITHOUT FEAR OF BEINGS STUNG BY THE BALL

JUGS Lite-Flite Softballs used in combination with the JUGS Lite-Flite Machine let players learn to hit the off-speed pitch without the fear of being hit. The perfect ball for players of all ages.

Product description

The first JUGS product, a curveball pitching machine, has developed into one of the most revolutionary training aids for all phases of the game of baseball. Other JUGS products which have spun off of this original concept are causing just as much excitement in their respective areas. Throughout the research and development of every JUGS product, John Paulson's methodology remained consistent - observe how athletes practice their respective sport, then develop machinery that would help these athletes improve to their highest possible level. Now, teams in seven other sports are enjoying better practices because of JUGS products. Besides baseball, there are now JUGS machines for softball, football, soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, tennis, and even the British Commonwealth's national sport - cricket!

• JUGS Sting Free Practice Softballs
• 12 inch Softballs
• Use In Any Pitching Machine
• Hits Like A Leather Ball
• Won't Damage Your Aluminum Bat

User questions & answers

Question:	How many comes with this
Answer:	12
Question:	Will these work in a lite flite machine? Or just a normal machine
Answer:	I've only used them in a regular machine. They might be too heavy for the lite flite machine.
Question:	How many balls
Answer:	You 12 balls to a case
Question:	Will they damage a composite bat
Answer:	Absolutely not. Bat damage occurred with the old school hard plastic style machine balls. These new style balls that have been out for 8 or 9 years now are made of totally didn't material. I have been using this Juggs style in my facility for years now and haven't had a single bat issue. I have 354 players this year and all but maybe a dozen have composite bats. We want our athletes swinging the bat they are going to play with in games, not some other type of "practice" bat.

Product description

Prepare for live pitching with the most realistic training softball on the market, Baden Sports Optic Yellow Dimpled Pitching Machine Softball. This set of 12 is the perfect training tool for any ball player. It's designed to look like an authentic softball which better trains the batters eye and makes it feel like you're playing with the real thing. This softball is also dimpled and boasts red inset seams that won't fade or wear with repeated use. Dimensions: 12 circ. in. The ball is made of durable rubber. If you’re looking for the best dimpled training softball in the market, look no further.

• DIMPLED - Optic Yellow, training softball that looks and feels like a genuine softball off the bat
• SEAMS - Red seams add authenticity and helps trains the batters eye to better recognize live pitching
• PATENTED - The seam inset into the ball which protects the color from fading or wearing off after repeated use
• IDEAL - for pitching machines, batting cages, and practicing in wet weather, ships by the dozen (12 softballs)
• OFFICIAL - Size (12") and weight

User questions & answers

Question:	Do these work in the hack attack pitching machines
Answer:	I only have a JUGS, and can say they out perform the Jugs balls. More consistent flight. I will be phasing out the Jugs balls for the these Baden balls.
Question:	Can these balls be used with composite bats
Answer:	It says that you can, but I dont let my girls use composite bats with and machine pitched balls. I have a selection of cheap wal-mart bats or they can buy their own aluminum bat. Save the composites for games and tournaments, most of them only have a 1000 hit life span. Besides, hitting from a machine with a composite voids the warranty from most manufacturers.
Question:	Do these work in the jugs liteflite machines....(not the regular jugs
Answer:	No they don’t. Regular Juggs machine
Question:	Does it work with jugs pitching machine
Answer:	Yes, these will work with the jugs machine. Thank you, Baden Sports Customer Service

Product description

Gamemaster 200160111 Louisville Ultimate Pitching Machine (EA)

The UPM is sturdy, portable, and requires no electricity.

Named the official Pony Baseball and Softball League pitching machine, the Ultimate Pitching Machine (UPM) 45 helps batters and coaches enjoy a more successful batting practice or coach-pitch game. It's sturdy, portable, and requires no electricity, which makes it great for practices and games, home or away. Plus it saves the coach's arm. Because the lever action flicks baseballs with consistent speed and location, it's often used as an alternative in coach-pitch leagues to help overcome the fear factor of live pitching. Young hitters will know where and when the ball will be pitched. For all ages, the UPM model 45 allows hitters to work on specific locations and sharpen muscle memory without turning the coach's arm to jelly.

The Louisville Slugger UPM45 is the ultimate training aid that pitches reliably and consistently for batter after batter allowing the hitter to concentrate on developing a proper level swing path to the ball. The UPM45 is more than just a pitching machine, though--it also throws accurate fly-balls and hard ground balls consistently to incorporate into your drills and eliminate the need for hitting the ball during drills.

The Louisville Slugger UPM 45 Blue Flame Pitching Machine throws real baseballs and softballs between 18 and 45 miles per hour and soft, lightweight balls up to 60 miles per hour. This machine has been authorized for use by teams in the majority of youth leagues in America including Babe Ruth Baseball and Softball, the Cal Ripken Division of Babe Ruth Baseball,

The UPM allows hitters to work on specific locations and sharpen muscle memory without turning the coach's arm to jelly.

Pony League Baseball and Softball, and many more.

For coaches and team managers, the UPM solves any number of problems. There's no need to use special pitching machine balls - it won't rip or tear leather or synthetic ball covers.

Features:

• Portable and lightweight at only 25 pounds
• Mechanical pitching machine perfect for throwing accurate pitches, infield drills, and outfield drills
• No batteries or electricity required
• Throws regulation baseballs and fastpitch softballs up to 45 miles per hour
• Throws lightweight practice baseballs and softballs up to 60 miles per hour
• Throws slowpitch softballs with up to a 12-foot arch
• Throws accurate fly balls and hard ground balls

• Throws any type of ball, hard balls, fast pitch softballs, dimple balls, light flight, plastic and even soccer and volleyballs
• Throws hard balls from 18 to 45 mph with easy to adjust speed controls. And throws light flight and plastic balls up to 60 mph; Throws slowpitch softballs with up to a 12 inches arch
• Throws a level pitch to help teach proper swing mechanics. Extremely accurate for throwing strikes, fly balls and even grounders.
• The official pitching machine of both Babe Ruth League and Pony Baseball and Softball
• It is completely manual, needs no electricity or batteries and is light weight and easy to move from field to field, weighs less than 25 lbs.
• Great to set up to use for a variety of drills

User questions & answers

Question:	Can stacks be purchased separately
Answer:	No it’s not.
Question:	Can I trade it in mine is brand new and never used it just a hand full of times to see how good it worked
Answer:	Heavy plastic. Has been perfect for my three year old grandson.
Question:	Can this be folded in half for easy storage
Answer:	The glove is kind of cheap
Question:	how does it run? Can it throw a few balls on its own or does someone have to stand there and push a button
Answer:	I dont know imsorry

Product description

The hi. Per Lite foam softball is great for training players at every level. For collegiate & high school players, the hi. Per lite's reduced weight design minimizes player fatigue and allows for the maximum number of quality reps during long training sessions. In addition, younger players can work on proper fundamentals without the fear of getting hurt or feeling negative bat vibration from mishits. The hi. Per Lite is approved for use indoors and is perfect for practice in a gym. The hi. Per Lite ball is also approved for use with most softball training machines.

• Training machine approved
• Ball is regulation size and approximately 30% of regulation weight
• High-density foam built for high repetition training
• Aerodynamically designed to Maximize training accuracy
• Safe for Use with performance bats

User questions & answers

Question:	Do these damage composite bats
Answer:	We used them this past season and didnt see any damage to the bats. The balls hold up really well also.

Product description

The 12" Champion Sports Safety Softball is a high-visibility yellow pitching machine softball made from polyurethane sponge that is designed to be safe for indoor or outdoor hitting and stingless practice drills. Compatible with all JUGS pitching machines, this ball is comparable to JUGS Lite-Flite.

• Made of PU sponge construction
• Comparable to JUGS and LITE-FLITE
• Suitable for indoor/outdoor use
• 9" Circumference
• Pack of 12 Optic Yellow

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the price listed for one or a dozen
Answer:	Yes these balls are sold in dozen packs,

• Throws 15-70 mph with a digital readout display. You can set your BP1 to throw at the exact mph you desire—you decide which speed is best for your players. Patented "always see the ball" delivery system. Portable and easy to move and set up. Weighs just 75 lbs.
• Throws 11" or 12" softballs, baseballs, Sting-Free baseballs—dimpled and seam, Sting-Free softballs—dimpled and seam, tennis balls, Lite-Flite baseballs and softballs, SOFTIE softballs and baseballs, the JUGS Pearl, LeatherLast Softballs and JUGS BULLDOG baseballs and softballs.
• Swivel-design base provides 360-degree movement for fly balls, pop-ups and ground balls.
• Runs on 110-volt AC, Yamaha EF2000iS V2 Inverter Generator or the Complete Practice Battery Pack.
• Model number: M1501. Made in Taiwan. 5-year Guarantee.

User questions & answers

Question:	Supports 220v power supply? and can professional baseball balls be used? and at what distance do you recommend placing the machine
Answer:	The system is designed for a standard 110-volt AC outlet (with grounding pin). Do not use any adapters with it. Yes, you can use regular professional baseballs. We use bucket loads of them. The distance depends on what speed setting and what your intention is. The faster balls will go further and the system can moved back further without losing height on pitch as quick. 38 MPH or lower you'll need to move the machine a little closer to keep a straight line (small arc pitch) to go over the plate. Best rule of thumb. Try it out and adjust as needed. Some league rules determine distance, so make sure you follow local league regulations.
Question:	can you use real baseball balls in this machine
Answer:	Yes you can. We use it for our machine pitch baseball league. You want to use the Jugs dimple balls for hitting practice.
Question:	Does it throw curves and change ups
Answer:	No, but I believe they make a machine that does
Question:	Looking to buy the jugs bp1 pitching machine. i will need the battery pack for this product. what is the product # for the battery
Answer:	I use a portable generator for mine.

Product features

JUGS BP1 Combo Pitching Machine

Whether it's set up for baseball or softball the JUGS BP1 Combo pitching machine throws from a realistic delivery height. Comes complete with a baseball chute and long straight legs and a 12” softball chute and short curved legs.

Set up for softball, the JUGS BP1 Combo Pitching Machine Delivers

Pitching from a realistic delivery height with speeds up to 70 mph, this machine is the perfect machine for youth as well as high school and college athletes.

JUGS BP1 Combo Pitching Machine set up for baseball