Batting Cages Towson (2024)

FAQs

What should I wear to batting cages? ›

Batters are required to wear rubber cleats or closed-toed shoes while in the batting cage. 4. All batters are strongly encouraged to wear a helmet while in the batting cage.

The batting range has nine batting cages with computerized automatic pitching machines that allow batters to hit slow-pitch softballs, fast-pitch softballs, and baseballs at speeds from 40 mph to 70 mph.

Do I need to bring my own balls for live-pitching? Nope, we have you covered. You are definitely welcome to bring your own real baseballs or softballs to use at the facility.

IMPORTANT REMINDER. Closed toe and closed heel shoes are required on ALL attractions. Closed toe shoes means no sandals or similar. Shoes required are closed in front (no open toe or strappy shoes) and closed in the back (no strap holding the shoe on, such as clogs).

All batters must wear closed toe shoes (No sandals or flip-fllops). All batters must wear a helmet. Bats and helmets may be checked out with a valid ID. Only one person in the cage at a time.

Our baseball and softball pitching machines are each set up 43' from home plate (which means that our 70MPH setting is roughly the equivalent of reacting to a 105MPH fastball from 60 feet 6 inches).

At D-BAT Solon, our batting cages use real baseballs and softballs.

A pitch to the low outside corner of the strike zone is the toughest pitch to hit. Ted Williams, considered by many to be the greatest hitter who ever lived, wrote what is considered the Bible of hitting: The Science Of Hitting.

You should not use your new bat in the batting cage. Batting cage balls are made of a more dense material than is used in a regulation baseball or softball and will cause denting. Bat failure due to use in a batting cage is very obvious and is not covered by the manufacturer's warranty.

What age is good for batting cages? ›

The batting cages offer a great experience for anyone from 4 years old to Major League Level. For Baseball, they offer a 25mph cage, good for 4-8 years old; a 38mph cage, good for 9-11 years olds; a 45mph cage, good for 10-12 years old; a 55mph cage, good for 12-14 years old; and a 65mph cage, good for 15-18 years old.

All players/individuals should have a helmet on at all times in the hitting areas.

Some of the biggest mistakes I come across with the hands/bat are these: Knob pointing towards the pitcher, top hand palm to the sky and hands are in front of the chest/belly button.

You will want a durable bat that swing similarly to your game model when you step into the batting cages. Swinging a bat that is noticeably different from the one you'll take into a game can cause issues with your swing path and muscle memory.

Youth players shouldn't take more than 50 swings before a game. Angels' outfielder Mike Trout told ESPN that his pregame hitting routine is essential to his success. “Some days it could be 5 swings and you feel good—you don't want to overdo yourself.

Turf shoes offer more comfort and stability than any other shoe on artificial surfaces. Turf shoes are also the most comfortable option for off-field practices and training. They are good for use in batting cages, and many coaches like these shoes regardless of the surface of the playing field.

The bar or bat mitzvah dress code depends on the synagogue and should be spelled out in the invitation. Men are typically expected to wear a suit or slacks and a tie. Women should wear a modest dress or formal pantsuit.

Important: Never try to handle a bat with your bare hands.

Wear thick work gloves—but not cotton, as most bats can easily bite through cotton. If gloves are not available, you can capture a bat in a rolled-up T-shirt or something of similar material.

Guests participating in the Batting Practice Experience should report to the 1st Base Gate three (3) hours prior to first pitch. Guests who arrive after 1.5 hours prior to first pitch will not be allowed on the field.