Slugger Pitching Machine
If your batting practice consists of either having your pitcher or a coach pitch to the hitters I am going to change your life forever. There is no doubt that the more live pitching your hitters see the better they will be able to adjust to different pitchers in a game. However, your players need repetition, muscle memory, and enough swings that the coach can determine the flaws in their swing and take corrective action.
The drawbacks of having your pitcher throw batting practice are numerous. Your pitcher probably only throws 50% to 60% of her pitches for strikes. That’s a lot of dead time watching the pitcher throw and the catcher retrieving wild pitches. In a two hour practice each player might get to take ten swings. Hardly enough to build fundamentals or develop muscle memory. And then there is the little problem of all of your other players becoming completely bored while they just stand around waiting and watching. And how about the psychological affect on your pitcher if the batters are hitting the ball … great, now your pitcher feels like a failure.
Okay, then how about if we have a coach pitch? It’s better than having your pitcher pitch but not much. Typically, coaches pitch much slower than what the players will face in a game. The coach is relatively distracted from coaching the hitter because he is focused on trying to lob the ball over the plate. How can you watch the batter's feet, hip movement, and arm movement if you are concentrating on making a good pitch?
Enter the louisville slugger pitching machine. This tool has revolutionized batting practice for the average team. Don’t panic about the cost as it’s a very inexpensive pitching machine. If you don’t have the money tell the parents you are taking up a collection and everyone needs to chip in $15.00. It is absolutely the perfect batting practice tool. It is spring-loaded so you won’t need electricity. It’s very lightweight so it’s easy to carry to the field and it sets up in about 2 minutes. You can control the speed from about 20 mph up to about 45 mph. If there is any way possible, you must get your hands on this pitching machine.
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Louisville Slugger UMP 30 Instructor Pitching Machine New Wow!! $69.99 |
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Louisville Slugger Ultimate Pitching Machine Blue Flame Little league Softball $129.99 |
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Be a Slugger on your Sandlot. Get a Pitching Machine plus a Grobat practice bat. $129.00 |
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Be a Baseball Sandlot Slugger. Get a Pitching Machine w/FREE Tripod, Battery. $119.00 |
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Louisville Slugger Ultimate Pitching Machine Blue Flame (UPM 45) $130.00 |
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Be a Slugger on your Sandlot. Get a Pitching Machine plus a Grobat practice bat. $129.00 |
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Be a Baseball Sandlot Slugger. Get a Pitching Machine w/FREE Tripod, Battery. $119.00 |
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LOUISVILLE SLUGGER BLUE FLAME ULTIMATE PITCHING MACHINE UPM 45 $91.00 |
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Louisville Slugger The Instructor Ultimate Pitching Machine $119.99 |
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Louisville Slugger Blue Flame Ultimate Baseball/Softball Pitching Machine L60111 $119.95 |
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Louisville Slugger 7' All Purpose Net $109.99 Featuring a lightweight, 18-lb design, the Louisville Slugger® all-purpose net can be taken anywhere. The portable 7-ft, pop-up net folds easily to 42-in and includes a carry bag.... |
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Louisville Slugger UPM 45 Blue Flame Pitching Machine $173.90 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 ar... |
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Trend Sports Sandlot Pitching Machine $119.99 The accurate and durable Trend Sports(r) Sandlot lite baseball pitching machine can pitch up to an amazing 60 mph! The Sandlot plugs into any standard wall outlet and includes an adjustable tripod stand. A winning combination of affordability and safety makes this pitching machine perfect for home or ballpark use.... |
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Louisville Slugger Dual/Portable Screen $74.99 Ideal for batting practice, the Louisville Slugger® dual/portable screen features a 12-in x 20-in opening size that is perfect for The Blue Flame Ultimate Pitching Machine (sold separately)! The portable, compact screen doubles as an infielder's screen and includes a carry bag.... |