I need to buy some baseballs 2-3 dozen or so. wow there are so many to chose from. This is for a HS pitcher to throw into a wall and for outfield fly balls. HS uses raised seams? What's the diff from rolled seams? what brand do you prefer, dislike ? Who do u buy from? Any and all info is appreciated.
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Throw into a wall??? You mean throw against a wall? If you're going to do that, buy the cheapest balls you can find...as even the best balls will be toast after hitting the wall 3 or 4 times if thrown over 60mph. Why not buy a bunch of cheap balls for throwing against a wall or outfield practice...and just a couple good ones for pitching. I prefer Diamond D1...as that's what most teams up here use as game balls. Never been a fan of Rawlings...as my son, who is a pitcher just doesn't like the feel of them. You can also pick up used balls on ebay....there is always someone selling a couple or three dozen used balls...though they are almost as expensive as buying new.
Agree that any ball will be trashed after throwing at a wall a few times. I would suggest investing in a pitchers target net like an Atec Pro pitchers practice screen. As compared to throwing against a wall, it will quickly pay for itself in saving your baseballs. Even a blanket thrown over a clothesline will work.
The problem with buying the cheapest balls is that they will have covers that feel like vinyl, will go lobsided easier and won't carry like a ball should. If you get the cheapest ball marked NFHS, that is usually a good starting point for a decent ball with decent seams and cover. Some sites (like baseball express, i believe) show cut-aways of the ball when you go into the detail level. Short version - the more "layers" inside, the better the ball. If you are spending less than $32/doz, you'll probably be disappointed.
Being able to go to a store and feel a ball is quite helpful but you usually pay a premium for balls at the mass sporting goods stores. If you have a local team dealer with some retail presence, that would be a place to go to get a fair per-dozen price.
If there are travel tournaments in your area show up Sunday afternoon to see if they have used game balls for sale. if so you should be able to get a dozen for $12.
Agree on buying a net. Get a Juggs so you can use it for hitting as well.
Throw into a wall??? You mean throw against a wall? If you're going to do that, buy the cheapest balls you can find...as even the best balls will be toast after hitting the wall 3 or 4 times if thrown over 60mph. Why not buy a bunch of cheap balls for throwing against a wall or outfield practice...and just a couple good ones for pitching. I prefer Diamond D1...as that's what most teams up here use as game balls. Never been a fan of Rawlings...as my son, who is a pitcher just doesn't like the feel of them. You can also pick up used balls on ebay....there is always someone selling a couple or three dozen used balls...though they are almost as expensive as buying new.
No, I believe he truly means to throw into a wall... Much like this.
Don't throw baseballs into a wall. Set up a pad to throw into. Oates has several pads and also sand filled balls you can throw without chasing them everywhere. Then buy a couple dozen Diamond D1's for actual pitching.
Throw into a wall??? You mean throw against a wall? If you're going to do that, buy the cheapest balls you can find...as even the best balls will be toast after hitting the wall 3 or 4 times if thrown over 60mph. Why not buy a bunch of cheap balls for throwing against a wall or outfield practice...and just a couple good ones for pitching. I prefer Diamond D1...as that's what most teams up here use as game balls. Never been a fan of Rawlings...as my son, who is a pitcher just doesn't like the feel of them. You can also pick up used balls on ebay....there is always someone selling a couple or three dozen used balls...though they are almost as expensive as buying new.
No, I believe he truly means to throw into a wall... Much like this.
How did you get a picture of my garage siding ? As a couple of people have already said don't throw hard balls at walls. But what do I know we still play catch in the back yard with tee balls.
Thanks for the info.
go on ebay...search baseballs, used, by the dozen......always a bunch of used baseballs there....
