Why Our Plastic Training Balls are Right for Your Athletic Program
Physical education teachers and youth baseball coaches know that introducing a hard leather baseball to a beginner can induce fear and compromise fundamental batting mechanics. Plastic training balls eliminate the intimidation factor. By utilizing lightweight plastic balls with aerodynamic holes, students can practice full-swing batting and confident fielding without the risk of impact injuries or broken gym windows. However, not all plastic balls are created equal. Flimsy retail versions crack upon impact or cave in under the pressure of an aluminum bat. Our 2026 collection focuses on institutional-grade durability, ensuring the plastic flexes and resists denting, cracking, and splitting so your equipment survives season after season of high-volume use.
Top-Tier Plastic Training Gear for Gyms and Fields
We stock specifically chosen physical education striking products to ensure your program operates safely and efficiently.
- White and Yellow Plastic Baseballs & Softballs: The absolute standard for P.E. and daily practice. Available in classic white or high-visibility optic yellow, these sets of 12 are designed with evenly spaced holes to limit flight distance—perfect for indoor gymnasiums or smaller outdoor fields. You can choose between standard 9-inch baseballs or larger softballs depending on the age and skill level of your athletes.
- Rainbow Plastic Sets: To make classroom management and drill organization easier, our rainbow plastic sets (sold in packs of 6) provide vibrant color coding. These are fantastic for physical education teachers assigning specific colored equipment to different groups, or for coaches running rapid-fire color-recognition batting drills.
- Flight-Restricted Safety: The strategic holes in our plastic training balls are designed to create air resistance. This ensures that even when hit squarely by your strongest high school athlete, the ball won't travel far enough to damage scoreboards, lighting fixtures, or neighboring properties.
Why Buy Your P.E. Supplies From Morley Athletic
Since 1931, Morley Athletic has been a trusted family tradition and a leading supplier of premium athletic gear for schools, universities, and community organizations. We deeply understand the purchasing processes and budget constraints of educational institutions, which is why we proudly accept school purchase orders and offer customized quotes for bulk equipment refreshes. When you shop with Morley Athletic, you are partnering with a company backed by 95 years of industry expertise, exceptional customer service, and a steadfast dedication to providing the high-quality tools that help your students thrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the difference between plastic training baseballs and softballs?
Size is the primary difference. The plastic baseballs have a circumference of approximately 9 inches, mimicking a standard hardball, which is great for precision batting drills. The plastic softballs are larger (usually 11 to 12 inches), providing a bigger target that builds confidence for younger players or those specifically playing softball.
2. Do these plastic balls have holes in them like a Wiffle ball?
Yes. Our plastic baseballs and softballs feature uniformly spaced holes. These holes create drag and air resistance, which significantly limits how far the ball can travel when hit, making them perfectly safe for indoor gymnasium use or confined outdoor spaces.
3. Are the yellow balls better than the white ones?
It depends on your environment. White is the classic choice, but high-visibility yellow (optic yellow) is often preferred for indoor use with poor lighting or against a white gymnasium wall, as it helps the batter track the pitch more easily from the pitcher's hand to the plate.
4. Will these plastic balls crack if hit with an aluminum or composite bat?
Our institutional plastic balls are manufactured to be thicker and more resilient than standard retail toy balls. While extreme cold temperatures or years of heavy abuse can eventually compromise any plastic, these are specifically designed to flex upon impact and resist shattering when struck by metal or composite youth bats.
5. How are these items packaged?
Our standard White and Yellow plastic balls are sold in convenient dozens (sets of 12), allowing coaches to stock up their ball buckets quickly. The Rainbow sets are sold in packs of 6, featuring one of each vibrant color.
6. Do you accept school purchase orders for bulk P.E. equipment?
Absolutely. Morley Athletic has worked directly with schools and universities since 1931. We happily accept school purchase orders. Athletic directors and physical education departments can easily submit a formal PO to purchase bulk sets of plastic baseballs and softballs for their entire school district.
