This is an intriguing device whose function isn't that obvious until you see it in action. Due to the force required to load and trigger the spring, adult supervision recommend; 'pitcher' should be someone teenage or older. We have used this with hitters up to 15 by moving in closer (at that age, unless you have a death wish, you'll want the screen). Accuracy will depend on the baseballs used - pearls shoot out harder than older balls. - Richard Todd, WebBall
Consistency & Accuracy
The Ultimate Pitching Machine helps batters and coaches enjoy a more successful batting practice or coach-pitch game. Endorsed by Louisville Slugger, and nicknamed the 'Blue Flame', the UPM model 45 has proven itself over the last few years. It's sturdy, portable, and requires no electricity. So it's great for practices and games, home or away. Plus it saves the coach's arm. Because the lever action flicks baseballs with consistent speed and location, it's often used as an alternative in coach-pitch leagues to help overcome the fear factor of live pitching. Young hitters will know where and when the ball will be pitched. For all ages, the UPM model 45 allows hitters to work on specific locations and sharpen muscle memory without turning the coach's arm to jelly.
Speed is adjusted by setting spring pin on foot lever mechanism
Micro-adjustments for ball size and angle of pitch
Stepping down delivers full power to the spring
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$196.77
Join Team Players, pay $177.09
S/H $16.00 US48, ships from Indiana
For coaches and team managers the Ultimate Pitching Machine solves any number of problems. There's no need to use special pitching machine balls - it won't rip or tear leather or synthetic ball covers. It's lightweight and portable, with no electricity required. And it's affordable.
For baseball, recommend distance is 35-40' from plate (in front of mound) and the actual 43-46 mph (hence UPM45) equals reaction time of faster pitches. (This is why we recommend a Portable Screen - two models to chose from.)
For softball, 30-35 feet with 39-42 mph delivery for B.P or slow-pitch arc.
It can also be slowed down for coach-pitch leagues yet still maintain pitch consistency. As an added bonus, the Ultimate Pitching Machine can also be set to throw shallow fly balls and grounders for reaction drills.
Dual-Purpose Economy Portable Screen
$79.95
Join Team Players, pay $71.96
S/H $19.00 US48, ships from Indiana
Louisville Slugger Pitching Screen - High-Impact Model
$114.77
Join Team Players, pay $103.29
S/H $20.00
Replacement Spring for the UPM45
$21.95
Join Team Players, pay $19.76
S/H $9.00 US48, ships from Indiana
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