Coin operated machines are not good for teaching and are limited to rental by the pitch. This system is very expensive as you will need ball retrieval systems with sloping floors. Getting permits that meet all codes and regulations will be necessary with all elevated floors. These cages are also not portable if a business needed to relocate. These types of cages are typically found in Fun Centers as opposed to training centers. There are four main companies that offer this equipment, ABC (http://www.battingcages.com), ATEC, MasterPitch, and Amusement Products.

The non-coin operated cages are completely portable and changeable, can be both rented by time and used as a teaching station.

Non-coin operated cages can be set up for either hand feeding (requires two people) or ball feeders that will provide continuous hitting (150 baseball / 75 soft balls). Sports Attack feeders are ready for use out of the box. Coin-operated feeders need special set-up, and expensive electrical and operational work.

No, cages do not have to be 70 Ft. long. Most training and hitting is done at shorter distances. What dictates the space is often the size of the building. The length of the cage is generally from a distance of 45ft. to 70 ft.

Most centers set up five to eight cages with one or two of them dedicated to baseball, one or two to softball and the rest convertible. The core of the business is hitting instruction offered on an individual basis or group instruction. Pitching instruction is much more seasonal but can also provide a profit stream during the peak training seasons. Some centers provide catching and fielding instruction. In addition to instruction, most centers rent the cages by the hour or half hour to leagues, teams or individuals.

Most training centers, due to the size and capital investment required, are open to the general public. However, some are established by leagues, especially travel teams, for their exclusive use, but these facilities typically are smaller operations with much fewer cages. Use of such training centers are a part of the dues paid to play on the team.

Many centers rely on Pro Shops and birthday party programs for additional income. Due to the portability of some pitching machines (both Attack machines), machines can also be rented for use outside the facility for special events like try-outs, clinics, or corporate parties.

Absolutely! Call us and we can discuss the details of your center.

a. Our Junior Hack Attack will convert to throw a 7 ½” ball that will enable you to establish a vision training station. (Important: smaller ball may require a smaller mesh netting, such as golf netting.)

b. Set up a cage with a machine up close for hand-quickness drills

c. You can instruct using both the right and left-handed breaking pitches when using the Attack machines.

d. Centers that have non-coin operated cages (due to machine portability) can easily change the facility to dedicate a particular area to another sport (volleyball, soccer, basketball, etc.) in order to attract a broader client base.

The Hack Attack and the Junior are the most versatile and durable machines on the market today for training centers.

The Hack Attack quickly and easily converts from baseball to softball, enabling you to use the same machine for both seasons.

Attack machines are extremely safe as the throwing wheels are guarded Both offer unmatched accuracy because of the exclusive three wheel design

The Hack Attack and Junior, both baseball and softball models, offer a full range of pitches, including all breaking pitch

The unique three wheel design allows complete ball vision giving the hitter actual live-arm sense of timing and location. Because of the increased gripping area, either leather or pitching machine balls can be used.

Both the Hack Attack and the Junior are almost indestructible, from the throwing wheels to the frame, these units will provide years of trouble free service!

With few moving parts, you can truly operate the machines for hours, day after day, and not have to worry about having a wrench in your pocket to keep your business running!

The Hack Attack quickly and easily converts from baseball to softball, enabling you to use the same machine for both seasons.

Our Team Feeder has a 150 baseball / 75 softball capacity and will easily convert from baseball to softball.

There are many training centers and hundreds of coaches across the country that can provide an outstanding recommendation for either Attack machine.

The Hack Attack machines are available direct from Sports Attack by either calling 800-717-4251 or faxing an order form (available on this website) directly to us at 775-345-2883.

Yes, we have associates with over 20 years of experience in establishing and operating a baseball/softball training center.

Sports Attack specializes in only pitching machines and feeders. Other equipment is readily available through other suppliers.