Grand Slam Pitching Machine. Baseball Softball Pitching Machine

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The Grand Slam - A Backyard Pitching Machine Designed To Increase Hand Eye Coordination

This pitching machine utilizes a plastic golf-sized wiffle ball to accurately throw strikes in the strike zone. The balls are irregular by design, which enables the pitches to be delivered randomly without any operator adjustment... Just like real pitchers.

The Grand Slam is easy to set up and gives you full control over speed. It can be used inside or outside and only one player is needed to operate the machine.

I like this machine with our Swiftstick because at only 1 inch in diameter, it really makes players focus. My own son used both our Swiftstick, then his wood bat... This helped him become stronger while influencing him to swing only at strikes!

Here Are Some Thoughts About The NEW Grand Slam Pitching Machine Batting Trainer

Hitting a round ball with a rounded bat is the single most difficult individual feat in any sport.

You Can't Hit What You Can't See

Eye-hand coordination is a skill where any player can improve his swing...dramatically raising his batting average... and confidence!

Introducing The Brand New Grand Slam Pitching Machine

It pitches hollow plastic golf balls every 5 seconds using forced air.

Approach It Like You ARE In A Batting Cage...

You load the machine with up to 60 balls, flip a switch and get "in the box" around 20 feet from the machine. Every 5 seconds (approx), one of the balls enters the chamber and pitches...

Think Of How Many Swings You Can Get

How About 50 in less than 5 minutes and NO CAGE NEEDED! Practice bunting and swinging away, as well as advanced training such as opposite field hitting, slash bunting and situation drills.

Here's Where It Gets Interesting...

The balls actually move, simulating fastballs, curveballs, sliders, etc. The higher the velocity, the more movement you will see. This forces the batter to read, adjust and react to each and every pitch... Note that part of the lesson learned from this machine is simply that you do not swing at everything a pitcher throws... you swing at YOUR pitch... especially until two strikes! This raises eye - hand coordination to levels far beyond any players' present abilities! It also teaches an understanding of the strike zone. This is great knowledge for any age player!

Here's The Punch Line...

The balls actually move, simulating fastballs, curveballs, sliders, etc. The higher the velocity, the more movement you will see. This forces the batter to read, adjust and react to each and every pitch... Every swing gets meaningful!

Here's Why It Works...

It's Focused & It's Fun! As coaches and parents, we can talk about things like hand speed, hand eye coordination and how it will help a player understand the strike zone... AND IT'S TRUE! But the bottom line is... IT'S ABSOLUTELY A LOT OF FUN! And lets face it, if it's all the great things that we say it is but it's no fun... players won't use it! Players really like using it and the fun part keeps them coming back & improving. I have tested it on 9 year olds and 12 year olds; it really lights them up. Some of my 15-16 year old team fight for position in line.

Younger Player's Note:

To immediately increase confidence in players around T ball age or for inexperience players, I recommend that you also purchase what we used to call a "Fat Albert" wiffle ball bat. They are around 3 times the diameter of a game baseball bat and are available at stores like Wal Mart for around $4. Start them with this bat before elevating them to their own bat. The older players love to play home run derby with the Fat Albert bat as well. It's great competition!

It's A Package - Use It Inside Or Outside...

Your Grand Slam is an entire system and includes much more than just the machine. You get 60 balls, a huge net for basement or garage use. Add our 30" or 34" Swiftstick to increases the player's focus. Add the ability to change the velocity of the pitch and adjust the distance between batter and machine. You Will Never Outgrow It's Capabilities

See The Ball - Hit The Ball

See it better - You'll hit it more often.
Hit it more often - Become a better hitting.
And better hitters become better players! Better players seem to have more fun... and fun makes players better!

My Guarantee To You...

I guarantee that it can be difficult to watch a player struggle . . . at any age, at any skill level.I guarantee that I still light up when a player begins to recognize his improvement.

If A Player Of Any Age Will Use This Machine He Will Improve!

Poor hitters will become better hitters... Good hitters can become great hitters! Players will hit for a higher average, strike out less & become much more confident! All players will improve... Some will improve dramatically! I truly believe this.

Testimonials

"I use the Grand Slam with every hitter I instruct. It's a must for any hitter at any level."
- Mike Epstein, Professional hitting instructor

"The Grand Slam is so durable it's guaranteed for life! What other pitching machine makes that offer?"

--Coach JP

Additional Information

Warranty	Lifetime
Warranty Details	From Manufacturer
Pitch Interval	5 - 6 Seconds
Pitch Type	Fast Ball, Curve Ball, Slider (Random)
Power Supply	AC Plug
Ball Capacity	100 Golf Whiffle Balls
Usable Location	Indoor or Outdoor
Sport Used	Softball and Baseball
Feeder	Yes
Remote	No

Why Use It?

Here's a pitching machine that will help raise your batting average while reducing your strikeouts by simply coaching you to keep your eye on the ball!

Grand Slam Pitching Machine - Easy to assemble. Easy to use:

Add up to 100 balls (we include 48)
Flip the ON switch
A pitch is delivered every 6 seconds
Hit 48 pitches in 5 focused minutes
Improve

It's just that easy!

The golf-sized wiffle ball moves to simulate fastballs, curves and sliders, and forces hitters to keep their head still so they will see the ball hitting the bat. The Grand Slam will:

Raise Batting Averages
Reduce Strikeouts
Increase Contact

Frequently Asked Questions about the Grand Slam Pitching Machine

How fast does it throw?: Speeds are adjustable depending on a player's hitting level. The maximum ball speed is about 35 MPH, but because the machine is positioned only 20 feet away, the reaction time is equivalent to a 90-mph pitch!
How do you change speeds?: The machine's motor operates at full speed at all times, but an airflow valve system regulates how much air enters the tube which pitches the ball. The valve's sliding gate (like an aperture on camera) is very simple to use, and enables the Grand Slam to have a range of speed control from almost zero to full speed.
Is there an auto feeder?: Yes, the machine's rotating reservoir automatically feeds balls to the machine so that a pitch is released every 6 seconds. The reservoir can hold up to 100 balls, but we recommend using 48 at a time so it won't jam.
What type of motor is used?: The Grand Slam uses a durable 4.0 HP Shop Vac blower to throw a pitch every 6 seconds. You don't need to buy a tripod, as the machine comes with its own stand, which is made out of heavy duty PVC piping.
What is the warranty?: The Grand Slam has a lifetime warranty. If there is ever a problem, the manufacturer will repair it or send a replacement.
Is it powered by a rechargeable battery?: No, the Grand Slam must be plugged in at all times so you will need to be near a regular electrical outlet. If you want a golf ball-sized pitching machine that uses rechargeable batteries, buy the Personal Pitcher.
Does it have any other uses?: You can also use the Grand Slam to improve fielding, as a 45 degree elbow (included) enables the machine to "throw" grounders and fly balls.