The Benefits of Portable Backstops for Baseball Teams

As a team owner or recreational facility, time and money are your biggest concerns – well that, and a great record for the season. You may have looked at every angle for ways to save on time and money for your baseball season, but have you considered the saving potential that comes from portable backstops for baseball teams? The use of this field accessory is a growing trend in youth and collegiate level baseball and for good reason: it helps you save big!

What About the Cost Upfront?

Yes, it is true that a portable backstop will cost you an upfront investment, but that is the point: it is an investment. As with all investments, it is about the return and long-term savings, not the initial cost. Backstops, especially the ones you can move around, yield higher savings than fixed units.

Here are some ways a portable backstop can help you save:

Balls stay in play and on the field. Regardless of where your team practices, you need a way to catch the balls and keep them in play (or at least on the field). Portable units do just that. Without this barrier, foul balls could easily go over the backstop and be lost. Your expensive balls are also damaged by striking concrete or asphalt at fast speeds. With these units, regardless of where you practice, all balls stay in play.
Players stay at practice. While it might not seem like a big deal, players having to run out and chase balls takes up a chunk of practice time, and that time could be spent working on things to make the players better at their game. With a portable backstop, you turn any grassy area into a batting practice area and players can stick to the game instead of chasing foul balls!
Versatility. Permanent backstops offer limited to no versatility. However, with a portable unit, you can use it for team practice, schools, and sports complexes.

How to Pick the Right Portable Backstop for Your Baseball Team

The type of backstop you need will depend on the baseball team, where you practice and what you need it for. The good news is, however, these barriers can quickly be folded up, stored and taken to your next location. A few things to look for when you are purchasing portable backstops include:

Tires -These Backstops are heavy, so it is very important to have high quality pneumatic tires to help make it easier to adjust and relocate the backstop.
Netting – You need a high quality fiber for your netting. Cheap netting will often wear down with regular use, and also with the exposure to UV rays, wind and rain; making your investment a short-lived one that needs to be frequently replaced.
Quality Frames – Stick to frames that are rust-resistant, durable and often made from steel rather than plastic. These are more likely to withstand the elements, and also less likely to dent when struck by fast pitched balls or fouls.

Whether you want to improve a little league team’s practice or you need to make your school’s field more versatile, consider investing in a portable backstop for your team practices. You will find that your unit pays for itself quickly and your team’s efficiency and practice times improve dramatically.

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