The Junior Hack Attack Baseball Pitching Machine is a major-league quality training tool designed specifically to develop serious young baseball players.
Unique Three-Wheel Design:
Unlike traditional two-wheel machines, the Junior Hack features a patented three-wheel system that offers complete ball visibility throughout the feeding, acceleration, and release phases—just like facing a live pitcher. This full ball vision is critical for developing timing and hitting skills, especially in younger players. Hitters can see the stride and release angle clearly, building a natural sense of pitch timing and location.
Pitch Variety and Adjustment:
Effortlessly throw major league fastballs and right- or left-handed breaking pitches—including curveballs, sliders, and split fingers—by simply adjusting the speed dials. Unlike two-wheel machines, this exclusive three-wheel design changes the breaking pitch plane without awkward throwing head adjustments.
Elevation and Inside/Outside Controls:
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The elevation handle allows quick raising or lowering of the pitch, enabling movement up or down within the strike zone between pitches.
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The inside/outside adjustment provides precise, minute location changes at the plate without needing to reposition the entire machine. This eliminates the need for operators to shift their stance or kick the back leg.
Together, these controls allow instant and smooth pitch location changes anywhere within the strike zone during practice.
Versatile Throwing Head:
The throwing head pivots instantly in all directions for fungo work, including deep fly balls, slicing line drives, catcher’s pop-ups with reverse spin, towering infield pop-ups, and grounders. This flexibility maximizes practice efficiency with minimal adjustments and near-instant recovery time, delivering more strikes and better repetitions.
Portability and Durability:
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The machine quickly moves on and off the field by tilting, un-socketing the legs, and rolling on two heavy-duty transport wheels (separate from the throwing wheels).
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Front wheel guards prevent throwing wheels from touching the ground, protecting against dirt and gravel that can cause wear and accuracy issues.
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Constructed for use with regulation leather baseballs, dimpled practice balls, Wiffle® balls, and all softer practice balls. (Avoid synthetic leather balls as they wear quickly and leave residue.)
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Converts quickly to throw a special 7.5″ diameter vision training ball, which promotes centering, tracking, and proper hitting mechanics.
Exceptional Quality:
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Heavy enough to absorb recoil for consistent accuracy yet portable enough for one person to move easily.
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Extra-wide tripod base ensures stability and safety on pitching mounds and other surfaces.
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Durable, heat-treated alloy, weather-resistant aluminum casting throwing head protects the mechanism.
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Rugged, powder-coated rust-proof steel frame guarantees many seasons of reliable use.
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Three powerful variable speed motors drive three indestructible concave 14″ throwing wheels that resist melting in summer heat and outlast all other pitching machine wheels.
Junior Hack Attack Specifications:
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Pitch Speed: 70+ MPH
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Pitch Distance: 45 ft. (simulates 90+ MPH)
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Vision: Complete ball visibility for realistic timing
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Accuracy: Three-point ball grip provides superior control
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Efficiency: Dial-in pitch selection without throwing head adjustments
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Fungo Capability: 250 ft. fly balls
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Portability: Easily rolls on and off the field
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Recovery Time: Approximately 5 seconds for near-instant pitch readiness
No assembly required—the Junior Hack Attack arrives fully assembled and ready to use immediately.
