Why Our Batting Cages are Right for Your Athletic Program
High school coaches, college coaches, club coaches, athletic directors, and sports facility managers all understand that a dedicated hitting environment is the foundation of an elite baseball or softball program. However, high-velocity impacts from older, stronger athletes will quickly shred cheap, lightweight netting. A compromised cage is a massive safety hazard to players standing outside the tunnel and creates frustrating delays during practice. Our selection of professional batting cages and tunnel nets is engineered to absorb the highest exit velocities. From heavy-duty outdoor cantilever frames that eliminate dangerous metal ricochets to folding indoor systems designed for multi-use gymnasiums, investing in our commercial-grade batting equipment ensures your facility remains safe, organized, and professional for years to come.
Top-Tier Batting Cages and Tunnel Nets
We stock the most highly searched hitting facility equipment on Google to ensure your program has exactly what it needs to develop elite hitters.
- ProCage Cantilever Batting Cage Frames (55' and 70'): The ultimate permanent outdoor solution. Traditional cage frames use arches that place metal poles inside or near the hitting zone, creating dangerous ricochets. The ProCage Cantilever system arches over the net from one side only, suspending the net so that the metal support poles are completely safely removed from the path of foul balls.
- ProCage Batting Tunnel Nets (#42 and #24 Material): The durability of your cage depends entirely on the net. We offer heavy-duty, UV-treated black netting in various lengths (35, 55, and 70 feet) to perfectly fit your space. For standard use, our #24 netting is excellent, but for collegiate programs and commercial facilities seeing hundreds of swings a day, the massive, ultra-thick #42 netting is the undisputed choice for longevity.
- Batco Folding Batting Cages: A lifesaver for athletic directors dealing with limited space. These highly innovative cages are designed specifically for indoor gymnasiums. When hitting practice is over, the entire cage easily collapses and folds back against the gym wall in just a few minutes, instantly freeing up the court for basketball or volleyball practice.
- Cage Accessories and Baffle Nets: To maximize the lifespan of your tunnel net, we highly recommend adding a baffle net. This heavy secondary net hangs freely at the back of the cage to absorb the direct, repeated punishment of pitches and line drives, saving your main tunnel net from premature wear.
Why Buy Your Field Equipment From Morley Athletic
Since 1931, Morley Athletic has been a trusted family tradition and a leading supplier of premium athletic gear and facility equipment for schools, universities, and community sports organizations across the country. We deeply understand the purchasing processes and budget requirements of educational institutions, which is why we proudly accept school purchase orders and offer fast, customized freight quotes for massive infrastructure upgrades. When you shop with Morley Athletic, you are partnering with a company backed by over 90 years of industry expertise, exceptional customer service, and a steadfast dedication to helping your athletes train safely and effectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the difference between #24 and #42 batting cage netting?
The number refers to the thickness and weight of the twine used to construct the net. A #24 net is standard-duty and perfect for youth leagues and moderate high school use. A #42 net is significantly thicker, heavier, and more durable, making it the required standard for collegiate programs, professional teams, and commercial sports facilities dealing with high exit velocities.
2. What makes a cantilever batting cage frame safer than a standard frame?
Standard batting cage frames enclose the net with metal arches on both sides, which means a fouled-off ball can easily strike the metal pipe and violently ricochet back at the batter. A cantilever frame uses heavy-duty posts on only one side of the net, suspending it outward so there are no metal poles located anywhere near the hitting zone.
3. Can I use Batco folding batting cages indoors inside a gymnasium?
Absolutely. Batco folding cages are specifically engineered for indoor, multi-sport facilities. Their unique design allows groundskeepers and coaches to effortlessly pull the cage out for batting practice and fold it completely flat against a wall when the gym is needed for other sports.
4. What is the purpose of an entry flap and a baffle net?
An entry flap allows players to safely walk into the cage without having to lift the entire heavy net off the ground. A baffle net is an extra layer of heavy netting hung freely at the back of the cage behind the batter's target. It absorbs the direct, high-speed impact of pitched balls and line drives, preventing the main structural net from wearing out prematurely.
5. Do you accept school purchase orders for complete batting cage systems?
Yes. Morley Athletic has worked directly with schools and universities for decades. We happily accept school purchase orders. Athletic directors and facility managers can easily submit a formal PO or request a customized freight quote to streamline the procurement of these large, heavy infrastructure upgrades.
