Why Our Protective Screens are Right for Your Athletic Program
Coaches know that safety is the absolute top priority during any baseball or softball practice. Pitchers throwing batting practice from a short distance and coaches hitting fungos are highly vulnerable to dangerous line drives. Cheap, thin-framed screens dent upon impact, tip over easily, or have weak netting that balls can break right through. Our 2026 collection focuses strictly on professional, institutional-grade protection. We prioritize heavy-gauge galvanized steel frames, thick 3.2mm knotted pillowcase-style netting, and all-terrain pneumatic wheel kits that allow you to roll heavy-duty screens effortlessly across your turf or infield dirt.
Top-Tier Protective Nets for Every Practice Station
We stock specifically chosen protective screens to ensure every area of your practice field and batting cage is completely secure.
- ProCage L-Screens: The absolute essential for live batting practice. Models like the ProCage 8' x 8' "Ole 96er" L-Screen provide massive coverage for your BP pitchers. Featuring a cutout "L" shape, it allows the pitcher to throw the ball freely while remaining fully protected behind a double-layered pillowcase net.
- Square Fungo & First Base Screens: Perfect for protecting coaches running infield drills or players catching throws at first base. The massive ProCage 10' x 10' Professional Protective Screen and the 8' x 8' Square Fungo Screen offer huge walls of defense. Built with 2-inch diameter steel tubing and equipped with turf-protecting pneumatic wheels, they are virtually indestructible.
- Sock Nets & Portable Screens: If you need to practice soft-toss or tee work, our sock nets provide a built-in pocket to catch and collect the baseballs. For travel teams without permanent facilities, we also carry highly portable Bownet models that assemble in minutes and collapse down into a convenient carrying bag.
- Replacement Nets: Even the toughest nets eventually wear down from thousands of direct hits. We offer exact-fit replacement nets for all our major ProCage screens, allowing you to refurbish your frames for a fraction of the cost of buying a whole new system.
Why Buy Your Baseball Gear 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 keep your coaching staff and athletes safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is an L-Screen?
An L-screen is a protective net featuring a distinct "L" shape. This cutout allows the batting practice pitcher to deliver an overhand throw safely. Immediately after releasing the ball, the pitcher ducks behind the taller section of the screen, protecting themselves from high-velocity line drives hit directly up the middle.
2. What is a "pillowcase style" net?
A pillowcase-style net slides entirely over the metal frame of the screen, completely enveloping it. This creates two layers of netting (a front and a back). Not only does this double the stopping power of the net, but it also prevents the ball from striking the bare metal frame and ricocheting back at the batter.
3. Why do I need pneumatic wheels on a protective screen?
Professional-grade steel screens (like the ProCage 10x10) are incredibly heavy and difficult to carry. Pneumatic (air-filled) wheels act like small tires. They easily roll over thick outfield grass, bumpy infield dirt, and artificial turf without getting stuck or damaging the playing surface, allowing a single coach to safely move the screen by themselves.
4. What is a fungo screen used for?
A fungo screen (or square screen) is a solid, rectangular wall of netting without the "L" cutout. It is used to protect coaches hitting fungos (ground balls and pop flies) during infield/outfield practice, or it is placed near first base to protect players receiving throws from across the diamond while batting practice is happening simultaneously.
5. How do I know when it is time to replace my net?
You should inspect your netting regularly. If you notice frayed cords, large holes, or significant sagging, it is time to replace the net. A compromised net is a major safety hazard. Fortunately, we sell heavy-duty replacement nets for all of our ProCage frames so you don't have to buy the steel piping again.
6. Do you accept school purchase orders for protective screens?
Absolutely. Morley Athletic has worked directly with schools and universities for over nine decades. We happily accept school purchase orders. Athletic directors and head coaches can easily submit a formal PO to purchase L-screens, fungo screens, batting cages, and pitching machines for their entire baseball and softball programs.
