Can this net be used for batting practice?
1846437
No, its not meant for that. It would be extremely dangerous to hit into it as it would come back at a high rate of speed, not to mention you would have to be awfully good to hit it consistently from a distance. Its for pitchimg and fielding, not for hitting. Hope that helps.
1846438
I am thinking the bounce back might be too much for batting. The ball really flies off the net. My kids use it for practicing throwing and catching pop flies. I have to say the quality is good on this product, no complaints.
1846439
I'm not sure the other answers addressed it in the way that it could truly be used for BP. If you're asking about using it as a backstop instead of a live catcher, then yes, it would get the job done.
1846440
My grandson for whom we bought the pitch back net just happens to be visiting. He loves it for lacrosse, but does not think it would work for batting practice. I think he is a reliable source. : )
1846441
I would think it would be very limited. First the pitcher would have to be so close to get a consistent accurate return back to oneself that if a batter would actually hit the ball it then would be possibly placing the pitcher in danger of being hit directly or even the ball deflecting back into the batter if one doesn't swing. If that makes sense. With a lot of practice however its possible this can be achieved. But practice first to get the return of CONSISTENT accuracy down.
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Throwing or batting a baseball? Either way my guess is "yes." My reason is that there is quite a bit of slack in the net as it hangs -- more than the photo shows. The slack should absorb the impact of a baseball. Also, although a baseball has more mass, it has more surface area and travels at a slower speed than a golf ball -- should result in less impact.
200182
Yes. I use it for front toss with my daughter. I pitch to her from about 10 ft away. The net does a nice job of stopping any line drives.
765137
Hi, The net would work well because of the adjustable bungee. There will be plenty of room at the bottom so you will have a shoot where the balls will gather (like a real soccer goal). Mine is eight wide, four high, four deep, and it fits well.
1367465
Practically speaking, this is designed for hitting only. However, if by pitching practice, you mean something that is a safe target to throw at, then this could be used. If you turn it around and throw at the target on the backstop, it could serve that purpose, I guess.
2099287
Yes, but depends on what height you are looking for. I'm use it for younger kids so it works for them. Compared to a standard volleyball net, this one is not the same height as a typical net.
307015
We love this net. It is very nice, and heavy, and durable. I believe it just Velcro-ed to the net post. If your net posts are on the outside, I would think it will work. We left ours up all summer, and it is no worse the wear. Go for it.
153453
I would think so but I don't think it would be a high enough net for football. I think they make netting that is more suitable for practicing football tosses.
2099289
Hello Darcie,This net is designed for Tennis, Badminton & Beginner Volleyball.Kind Regards,ElsieCustomer Service RepresentativeS&S; Worldwide
1321054
You could potentially roll the extra net around the poles! I haven't done it. Otherwise this is for full size table
2099845
No.You will either have to buy string, or velcro straps (if your net does not already have built in hooks)Net is still lasting fine, with lots of use.
1848304
I wouldn't see why not, as long as the grass isn't thick enough to push the net down around the ball.
506191
I don't think this net is sturdy enough for volleyball, but it depends how your kids play volleyball. It's better for tennis or badminton, where you don't expect to come in contact with the net.
1746190
Assuming you don't have to walk around it often to get to other areas of the yard one to two feet around the netting should be sufficient. The netting is not taught so a good bounce into it with any structures or obstacles too close could result in an injury.
2099290
This net is not tall or wide, and I would not recommend it for volleyball. It's fun for badminton or other playground ball games.
829197
Yes. We use it to hit baseballs off the tee, but softballs would work the same.
12711
I made a batting net and I have about a foot laying on the ground but the sides does not have much extra. I would order it about 2 foot bigger on all sides.