A little background. I coach 10U at the rec and assist at the travel ball level. Recently talked the DW in to allowing me to build a batting cage on the back of our lot, parallel to the field for DD1 (age 9 aspiring pitcher), DD2 (age 4 1st yr rec ball), and DS1 (age 3 t-ball). I have about 60' of flat ground to build, however 12' wide is a stretch. Probably need to go 10' or cut down a beloved ornamental tree.
I'm seeking advice from anyone else who has done something like this. I'm thinking a 55' long net is plenty for our purposes. 10' high and 10' wide. I've seen 2 piece nets that are 55x10x10 about 40-50 dollars cheaper than a one piece net of the same dimensions and grade of material. This would be from networld.
I intend to use a total of 8 4x4 treated posts. From there, I have of course perused google and read about a large variety of different ways I can theoretically do this. My main objectives are to have a structure that will remain standing and useful (with regular mainentance) for up to 20 years (my youngest son is 3). My next objective is to remain in budget. $800 total for everything, including a sling style pitching machine.
Please respond with any helpful information, and/or sources for materials etc. Thanks!
Coach Moose.
I'm seeking advice from anyone else who has done something like this. I'm thinking a 55' long net is plenty for our purposes. 10' high and 10' wide. I've seen 2 piece nets that are 55x10x10 about 40-50 dollars cheaper than a one piece net of the same dimensions and grade of material. This would be from networld.
I intend to use a total of 8 4x4 treated posts. From there, I have of course perused google and read about a large variety of different ways I can theoretically do this. My main objectives are to have a structure that will remain standing and useful (with regular mainentance) for up to 20 years (my youngest son is 3). My next objective is to remain in budget. $800 total for everything, including a sling style pitching machine.
Please respond with any helpful information, and/or sources for materials etc. Thanks!
Coach Moose.