Thursday, August 25th, 2011 at 7:11 pm
Is there any difference between a 2009 easton synergy reveal and a 2010 model softball bat?
I just want to know if there is a difference between the 09 and the 10 model, since the 09 is available for $100 less. Thanks.
No, buy the 09, it wont add that much distance, if any at all. It's all in the hitter, not the bat.
Saturday, July 2nd, 2011 at 3:44 am
What are some really good ways to get ready for softball season?
Last year I wasn't the best hitter and I really wan to be better this year. I have been going to the gym twice a week for a few months now and I went to the batting cage once but seriously how many times can you go. All it is, is hitting the same speed, same spot pitch over and over again.
What are some good drills I could do?
Continue going to the cages. It is all about contact and not location right now. Just hitting off a tee will improve your hand eye coordiantion. Don't give up keep hitting until you can't hit anymore.
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Jugs 381 Lb Breaking-Strength Nylon Twine
This Dark Green Jugs net is 12'H x 14'W x 70'L is generally used by backyard players, youth leagues, high schools, colleges, professional teams and commercial batting ranges.... |
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Easton Short Sleeve Enforcer Jacket
$26.99
Crew neck with long sleeve construction. Bio-Dri fabric wicks away moisture. Full Range Motion technology. Vented back and shoulders. One side zipper pocket. nylon. Imported. Adult Sizes M - XL. Colors Black. Softball Jackets & Softball Outerwear... |
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Easton Adult Long Sleeve Enforcer Jacket
$21.99
Crew neck with long sleeve construction. Bio-Dri fabric wicks away moisture. Full Range Motion technology. Vented back and shoulders. One side zipper pocket. nylon. Imported. Adult Sizes M - XL. Colors Black. Softball Jackets & Softball Outerwear... |
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Easton Long Sleeve Escape Jacket
$29.99
Crew neck with long sleeve construction. Bio-Dri fabric wicks away moisture. Hemmed bottom withdropped tail. Full Range Motion technology. One side zipper pocket. polyester. Imported. Adult Sizes S - XL. Colors Black. Softball Jackets & Softball Outerwear... |
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SKLZ Zip-N-Hit Pro Baseball Trainer
$17.94
Perfect for newcomers to the game or those who want to improve growing skills, the Pro Performance Zip-N-Hit Pro acts like a portable batting cage, allowing batters to improve their swing almost anywhere. Players can improve hitting skills while increasing bat speed, as well as learning "top half" hitting while increasing bat speed. It's great for practicing hitting pitches of different speeds and... |
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Easton 7-Foot Pop-Up Catch Net
$99.99
Have a budding soccer star, field goal kicker, or golfer in your midst? Pick up Easton's 7-foot pop-up catch net, an ideal tool for practicing fundamentals or performing pre-game warm-ups. The heavy-duty hanging net is designed to absorb the impact of the ball, so a particularly hard shot will fall harmlessly into the net's clutches. Looking to practice your long woods without heading to the drivi... |
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10 X 25 Fishing Net, Netting, Fish Net for Golf Backstop, Hockey, La Crosse, Barrier, Sports
$29.00
HEAVY 10 x 25 foot of (NEW) netting. (LAYING FLAT (RELAXED) AS IN PICTURE NET WILL BE (10 X 25 FOOT.) 2 INCH STRETCH MESH! THAT'S ONE INCH HOLES OF COMMERCIAL FISH NETTING. A golf ball will not go through it.
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Jugs Instant Screen
$127.87
The Jugs instant screen is a travel-friendly practice screen which can be used effectively as a hitting screen for short toss, soft toss, and tee drills. The Instant Screen's oversized eight-by-seven-foot size is ideal for short toss, soft toss, and tee drills. Constructed of sturdy lightweight spring steel, the Instant Screen measures eight-by-seven-feet (W x H) yet folds up easily into a 30-inch... |
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SKLZ Hit-A-Way Portable Training System
$89.99
The Hit-A-Way® portable training station from SKLZ® features a sturdy pole and twist-back design to maximize a player's power, swing speed and mechanics through repetition training - up to 500 swings per hour without ever chasing a ball. The fold-up design is great for simulated pitching at home or during a pre-game warm-up.... |
Sunday, May 15th, 2011 at 4:25 am
Is the miken ultra 2 for fastpitch softball?
I am in love with this bat. I am already a good hitter, but I think I wanna step up and go for a more expensive bat. I play Middle School ball so I was wondering if it was also legal in the state of Tennesse.
In NFHS and ASA rules there is no distinction between a fast or slow pitch bat!
If a bat meets the ASA certified bat regulations, it is legal in ASA and NFHS (High School).
The miken ultra 2 does not meet the ASA bat standards. It is therefore not legal for High Scool play. It also would not be legal in NCAA.
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Miken Rain Light -12 Fastpitch Softball Bat 32-20oz
$134.99
Multi-Layer Biaxial and MPa7 Resin System maximizes sweetspot and pushes performance to the limits. 100% premium aerospace grade fiber. Premier R900 carbon fiber is proven to endure grueling play.... |
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Miken Epic HT Fastpitch Bat - Women's ( sz. 32, -10 oz )
Write another heroic chapter to your season with the Miken Epic HT Fastpitch Bat. Constructing with HT R900 carbon fiber offers you a stronger, longer and more durable bat than standard carbon fiber. An ESD, Extended Sweetspot Design gives the Epic one of the game's largest sweet spots for performance and consistency. The MPa7 resin system uses Biaxial technology to optimize performance by precise... |
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Miken Epic HT Fastpitch Bat - Women's ( sz. 34, -10 oz )
Write another heroic chapter to your season with the Miken Epic HT Fastpitch Bat. Constructing with HT R900 carbon fiber offers you a stronger, longer and more durable bat than standard carbon fiber. An ESD, Extended Sweetspot Design gives the Epic one of the game's largest sweet spots for performance and consistency. The MPa7 resin system uses Biaxial technology to optimize performance by precise... |
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Miken Rain Light 100 Comp Fastpitch Bat - Women's
Balls will be falling from the heavens when you swing the Miken Rain Light 100 Comp Fastpitch Bat. Construction with 100 Comp R900 carbon fiber offers you a stronger, longer and more durable bat than standard carbon fiber. An ESD, Extended Sweetspot Design gives the Rain one of the game's largest sweet spots for performance and consistency. The MPa7 resin system uses Biaxial technology to optimize... |
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Miken Freak FX 700-12 Fastpitch Bat (Copper)
$299.99
After years of overwhelming performance and glowing reviews, the Miken Freak has established itself as a household name in baseball and slow pitch softball circles. This year, for the first time ever, Miken introduces the Freak to fastpitch softball! There is no doubt that this will be THE fastpitch bat to own this season. The Freak FX700 is a 100% composite bat constructed with some of the most i... |
Wednesday, March 16th, 2011 at 1:30 pm
One of the most widely asked questions of softball coaches is: do pitching machines help your hitting. Although having a pitching machine does certainly give your hitting game an extra boost; it is not essential to have a machine in order to be successful on the softball diamond. In most instances, coaches suggest that all softball players should spend some time working with a pitching machine, but not devote their entire hitting practice to a machine.
The biggest complaint that both coaches and players have of pitching machines is their consistency. Although consistency in hitting and pitching is generally a good thing, pitching machines can provide you with the same pitch each and every time, often allowing the hitter to relax since they essentially know what is coming. In this case, pitching machines can make a player become overconfident, which can be detrimental when game time rolls around and a pitching machine is replaced by a real, live pitcher. If you are interested in using a pitching machine, consider a model that will vary the speeds and pitches served to you so that you do not fall into the pitching machine routine.
However, the problem of consistency is often overpowered by the positive attribute of using a pitching machine. For example, a pitching machine can help a softball player by providing them with a way to practice their technique. Even though they may not hit the ball, the technique of the swing and follow through is crucial and easier to teach in using a pitching machine than an actual pitcher. Choose a pitching machine with several speeds so that a beginning player can better practice his or her swing technique in addition to keeping his or her eye on the ball without threat of being injured from high speed pitches.
In the end, the choice of whether or not to use a pitching machine in practice is left up to you. If you do elect to include a pitching machine into your practice routine, be sure to interchange it with time with an actual pitcher who performs a variety of pitches, including balls so that you know what to expect in game play. Typically, players who perform well in the batting cages with pitching machines find their game is less effective on the baseball diamond when they are pitted against an actual pitcher. The reason tends to be because the consistency of a batting machine tends to lure you into the false security that each and every pitch will be perfect. For this reason, you may not be skilled at deciphering with pitch is good and should be swung at verses those pitches that should be left to slide past without swinging.
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Pro Therapy Pro Series Therapy Wrap - Shoulder
$34.25
Use on the right or left shoulder for problems of the rotator cuff such as tendonitis, impingement syndrome, bursitis and post surgical pain and swelling. Great for baseball pitchers, volleyball players, tennis players and swimmers suffering from overuse injuries.... |
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The Cages: Pro Style Batting Practice
$16.05
Get off the pine, grab your favorite bat ? or Wiimote ? and step into the batter?s box. Take your hacks against the smartest pitching machine around. Step your game up using The Cages then use your newfound skills to dominate your friends in small batting mini-games. The Cages pitching machine will dish out a pitches to mirror like fast balls, cut fast balls, 12-6 curves, sliders, off-speed pit... |
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Bushnell Velocity Speed Gun (Colors may vary)
$79.95
Knowing how fast a player pitches or runs can instantly influence a coaching decision. Enter the Bushnell Velocity speed gun, which tells you the speed of an object within plus-or-minus 1 mile per hour. The Bushnell Velocity is outfitted with digital signal processing technology, which can measure the speed of a baseball from up to 90 feet, or a moving vehicle from as far as 1,500 feet. As a resul... |
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SKLZ Zip-N-Hit Pro Baseball Trainer
$17.94
Perfect for newcomers to the game or those who want to improve growing skills, the Pro Performance Zip-N-Hit Pro acts like a portable batting cage, allowing batters to improve their swing almost anywhere. Players can improve hitting skills while increasing bat speed, as well as learning "top half" hitting while increasing bat speed. It's great for practicing hitting pitches of different speeds and... |
Monday, November 1st, 2010 at 4:43 pm
My daughter can hit a pitched ball, but can not hit in the batting cages. How I can help you correct this?
My daughter can hit a pitched ball and not so well in their games, no matter how fast the pitcher throws. She adjusted her swing, but can not hit a ball from a pitching machine. I do not know how help. I have tried different batting cages nothing works. Does anyone have any advice. Because she can not hit the ball in the cage is not making the team. This is what judge the teams. thanks
Lots and lots of practice! My daughter plays softball and my two sons play baseball. We do tons of practice strike. One thing to do is take the hit off a tee. She may feel funny at first, but it helps to get your hands and eyes to work together. My son is a player State Champion soon and still not hitting tee. Also try whiffle ball. Come in and help slow to arrive on time. Once she gets some of time have beaten the deflated balloons. This will help you learn to swing until the end, as they are a little heavier. You can also try some kind of Private training if available in your area. It can be expensive, but some trainers will work with your budget. But more importantly, as I said before, it takes lots of practice and commitment. Good luck and have fun!
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SKLZ Zip-N-Hit Pro Baseball Trainer
$17.94
The SKLZ® Zip-N-Hit® Pro acts like a portable batting cage, allowing batters to improve their swing almost anywhere. It's an effective training device for high school and collegiate players that lets them have fun while developing confidence and power.... |
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Fisher-Price Better Batter Baseball
$48.39
Innovative tee-free design helps kids keep their eye where it should be when they’re learning to bat—on the ball, not the tee! This batting trainer makes learning to hit the ball fun and easy. Just tap the plate and the mechanical arm automatically loads a ball! Sound effects, baseball “chatter,” and music add to the fun. Height adjustable for peewees to preschool pros... |
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Little League Drills and Strategies : Imaginative Practice Drills to Improve Skills and Attitude
$2.25
When signing his eldest son up for Little League baseball, Ned McIntosh was told he'd have to find a coach if he wanted his son to play. So McIntosh stepped up to the plate and, with little guidance, began coaching. That's probably how most people become Little League coaches, and they often feel at a complete loss as to where to start. Written by a father/coach for other parent/coaches, Little Le... |
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Bushnell Velocity Speed Gun (Colors may vary)
$79.95
The Bushnell® Velocity® radar gun offers easy point-and-shoot operation that can be used for tracking everything from racecars to pitching speeds. A large LCD display makes it easy to read the speed.... |
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Jugs Instant Screen
$127.87
The Jugs instant screen is a travel-friendly practice screen which can be used effectively as a hitting screen for short toss, soft toss, and tee drills. The Instant Screen's oversized eight-by-seven-foot size is ideal for short toss, soft toss, and tee drills. Constructed of sturdy lightweight spring steel, the Instant Screen measures eight-by-seven-feet (W x H) yet folds up easily into a 30-inch... |
Sunday, April 18th, 2010 at 12:14 am
You’ll never need to drive to your local batting cages again to hone your swing once you have the Complete Home batting cage. This cage is compatible with virtually every pitching machine, so you can have serious practice without endangering the people and objects around you.
Set it up in our backyard and discover it is actually perfect. It has plenty of room inside, and takes up less of your backyard than a typical cage. We put the pitching machine about 8-10 ft away and aim through the square hole. The whole family (and friends) will use it, and the kids will have to fight with Mom and Dad for playtime at bat.
Worried about having to disassemble the thing every weekend when it is time to mow? While it is very easy to set up and take down, really I only have to lift the net to the top and clamp with clips at top and just mow underneath. The cage is ten feet tall!
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Trend Sports Slider Soft Foam Balls
$19.99
The softest and safest baseballs on the market, these Trend Sports(r) Slider "Soft" Lite pitching machine baseballs are so soft that you can safely use them in the basement, garage, and backyard to improve your hitting and fielding.... |
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Trend Sports Xtender 30 Home Batting Cage
$345.13
The Trend Sports(r) Xtender 30 home batting cage features steel-tube side supports to give the frame durability and maximum swinging area for the player. The middle arch of the frame is constructed with a flexible fiberglass rod, which allows the cage to flex in the wind without bending or breaking. Its extra-strength 1" polypropylene netting is so small that it doubles as a golf cage, allowing yo... |
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BaseHit & Xtender 24 System - Real Ball Pitching Machine & 24' x 12' x 12' Home Batting Cage Combo
$496.99
Enjoy the benefits of a real batting cage in the comfort and convenience of your own backyard. The BaseHit Pitching Machine and Xtender 24 Home Batting Cage from Trend Sports is a great combination for home batting practice. Both products are durable, easy to assemble and simple to use. All you have to do is attach the BaseHit Pitching Machine to the Xtender 24 batting cage, plug the BaseHit in to... |
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Trend Sports Power Alley Home Batting Cage
$185.99
Built for ease-of-use and durability, the Trend Sports(r) Power Alley Home Batting Cage sets up in minutes! The unique fiberglass pole design, strong 1-in nylon netting, and steel ground stakes provide unusual strength and support along with the flexibility to withstand the elements. The cage allows you to hit ball after ball without fear of breaking a window, denting the car, or hitting the ball ... |
