To build an effective pitching machine at home, follow these steps:
- Gather wood, plywood, a motor, wheels, pipes, and bolts.
- Prepare the base by attaching posts to plywood to support the arm.
- Add a motor or leaf blower to power the motion.
- Make adjustments to produce speeds and paths.
The pitching machine settings and pitch count limits are as follows:
- Baseball: 46 feet at 40 mph
- Softball: 35 feet at 35 mph
Pitch count limits by age group:
- Ages 13-16: 95 pitches
- Ages 11-12: 85 pitches
- Ages 9-10: 75 pitches
- Ages 7-8: 50 pitches
In baseball, pitching distances vary between leagues:
- Little League distance: 46 feet
- MLB distance: 60 feet, 6 inches
MLB pitchers do not have set pitch limits; however, teams monitor pitches to minimize injury risk.
How fast is fast at batting cages?
Typically fast batting cages have speeds of 40, 60, and 80 mph. "Fast" cages are about 80-85 mph. "Medium" varies from 60-70 mph.