Baseball is a sport that requires great reflexes – both for batters and pitchers. For fielders, this is especially true. They need to have their reflexes sharp so that they can judge any ball’s trajectory or ground path quickly.
One way to do that is by practicing with the SKLZ Impact Practice Baseballs. These balls are heavier, and bounce unevenly on a flat surface, giving fielders adequate practice to judge the ball.
Here’s why it’s popular:
- Instant Feedback: You can gain a better understanding of a player’s interaction with the ball by receiving immediate feedback when the bat and ball make contact. It gives hitters the resources they need to fine-tune their swing and keep their momentum under control.
- Unbreakable: These practice baseballs are made of a patented pop back material that won’t break or shatter. These are designed to endure tens of thousands of hits, season after season.
- Limited Flight: The SKLZ Impact Practice Baseballs are heavier than normal practice balls, giving them a more natural feel. When hitting and pitching, they’ll take a more realistic path. Practice in a small area with reduced need for retrieval.
Two drills you can do:
- The pick-up and throw: A simple drill, you roll the ball on a surface towards a fielder and encourage them to step forward, pick up and throw. The uneven bounce makes for great reflex tests.
- Hitting practice: These balls are truer and make contact with the bat nicely, giving them instant feedback. You can have hitting drills with these balls, without the need for a cage.
Use these drills and improve your baseball game, any place, any time!