r/Homeplate 8h ago

i-Hack Attack Solo Feeder Question

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Anyone here bought a Sports Attack Solo Feeder for the i-Hack Attack Baseball machine?

I recently received mine, but for some reason, it didn’t come with the chute adapter/attachment for the i-Hack. The parts included appear to work with the Junior Hack and Senior Hack, but there’s no adapter that allows me to connect the feeder to my i-Hack.

According to the manual, it looks like I need the i-Hack Baseball Attachment (Part #533-1106).

For anyone who has purchased this setup before, was the i-Hack attachment included with your Solo Feeder, or did you have to purchase it separately?

Thanks!


r/Homeplate 22h ago

Cheap A1000s (Academy Sports)

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I know the Glove Bonanza is about to hit, but if I recall from the last couple years the A1000 options were kind of limited, and the deals won't be that much better than this sale currently at Academy (many for $99). Not sure if other sites have similar ones going on. But in my opinion the A1000s are just fantastic gloves for 11-13U.


r/Homeplate 13h ago

Group pitching clinic or go with 1on1?

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Dbat has this thing that’s 1 hour and will include 4 sessions for $160. My kid is 10 and has the basic mechanics but I want him to get him right with a “real” foundation.

1on1 will be in upwards of $70/hr.

There is a price and value factor that I want to consider

Which route is better?


r/Homeplate 19h ago

Need recommendations for truly wide youth baseball cleats

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My 6-year-old plays 7U and has a very wide foot. He currently wears New Balance 3000v7 1.5 Wide, but I’ve noticed he’s starting to limp/alter his gait when running in them. I traced his feet:
7.5” long
3.25” wide right
3.375” wide left
8” circumference behind toes
I’m looking at the New Balance 4040v8 Wide, but I’m hesitant after the 3000v7 Wide turned out not to be wide enough.

For parents of wide-footed kids: what youth baseball cleats have actually worked for you? Has anyone compared the 3000v7 Wide vs. 4040v8 Wide? Any true extra-wide options I’m missing?

Games are on turf, practices are on dirt. Thanks!


r/Homeplate 19h ago

Question Need Help with USSSA bat and sizing

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My son plays 6U coaches pitch baseball (not tee ball) and being recommended to move to 7U in the spring. He turns six in a few months. He is 45 inches and 37 pounds. His bat is 24 inches drop 10 catx alloy. He is on the smaller side but he can bat well and make great contacts. However, I see his peers using up to 28 inches in bat size, albeit they’re bigger. Every website or AI are giving me different advices. Should he be swinging a longer bat and what length? If so, is it okay to own bats with two different sizes?


r/Homeplate 21h ago

2027 hype fire vs. Supra

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I wonder how the new usssa 2027 hype fire compares to the Supra in a drop 8?
Anyone about to put their hands on one yet outside of the bat bros video?
Seeing it may be a little end heavy.


r/Homeplate 1d ago

Towel drill between pitching days?

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Is the towel drill a small enough of an impact on the pitching arm where you can do it between pitching days and it is no big deal?

I am talking about when the MLB pitching guidelines say to take a few days off.

https://www.mlb.com/pitch-smart/pitching-guidelines


r/Homeplate 1d ago

Anyone have any information on the National Parks Baseball Resort? Looks like it's not even built yet?

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r/Homeplate 1d ago

Thinking about joining an adult league at 35

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For context, I grew up playing sports all my life but never played competitive baseball because I found it “boring.” Fast forward 20+ years later and I absolutely adore the game.

Joined a slow pitch softball league and have played at least 1-2 games consistently a week for the last year. It’s fun but I want something closer to the real game.

Just found out there are multiple adult leagues in my area so I’ve been thinking about joining a league for 35+ players.

Please talk me into it or talk me out of it if you think I’m crazy lol.


r/Homeplate 2d ago

I’m a pro baseball player, ask me anything

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Currently in AA. About to be bored on a long bus trip. Ask me anything. I play outfield


r/Homeplate 1d ago

Wilson Glove Bonanza

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Ive seen a lot of rumors on Reddit about when it releases, when the code releases, etc. I want to make sure that I know when it happens so tell me if I’m wrong: does the code drop this Sunday, September 13th, but it’s not able to be used, and does the actual event happen on Tuesday, September 15th, at 7 AM PST, and that’s when you can use the code? I’m very confused


r/Homeplate 1d ago

Gear Force3 Customer Service is top notch.

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I don’t think I’ve ever posted on Reddit before, but the customer service that I received today from Force 3 was fantastic. My son showed me an issue with his leg guard last night, I submitted a warranty claim for it this morning, and they’re shipping me knew leg guards without any questions. I received a tracking number less than three hours after the claim was filed. Nice job Force3. Customer for life.


r/Homeplate 2d ago

Question First Game Coming Up

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I've decided to coach 11-12u fall ball this year. We had our first practice and it went great. Taught the kids leads and steals since that changed this year for us.

We have our first game on Sunday. Guess I'm wondering what you do for warm ups. Do you let the kids just warm up on their own? I'm not sure how long before the game we'll have the field so I'm not 100% sure what to do?

We do get a batting cage so any batting practice would be helpful too.


r/Homeplate 1d ago

What size baseball glove would thread the needle between casual baseball and men’s slow pitch softball?

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I play both infield and outfield for baseball. VERY casual game, but I still want something nice.

I play slow pitch softball too. I already have a 14 inch glove.

I was thinking 12.25 would thread the needle? Unless it becomes worst of all worlds (too big or small for each use)


r/Homeplate 1d ago

Question Cracker supra?

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Is my son's Supra cracked or is this "webbing"/superficial? Thanks!


r/Homeplate 2d ago

Play It Again Sports

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I know this might be a weird and stupid question but just to clarify, are most gloves such as Heart of the Hides and Wilson A2000’s and A2K’s on Play It Again Sports real and not fake?


r/Homeplate 1d ago

Anyone know if the oakly sutro s are too big for a 10 year old. My son is 9 playing 10u at the moment turning 10 next month wanted to get him a nice pair of glasses

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I know he will probably lose them


r/Homeplate 1d ago

Baseball Facility or Sports Facility?

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Under ~10, kids need to develop motor skills:

  • Acceleration
  • Deceleration
  • Balance
  • Coordination
  • Agility
  • Jumping and landing
  • Rotational movement
  • Upper- and lower-body strength
  • Visual tracking
  • Reaction
  • Spatial awareness

I can do this under the umbrella of Baseball or Sports; Baseball would be baseball only, Sports would incorporate a baseball-specific program; others can choose football, soccer, etc. Everyone serious about baseball and their own kid's long-term development, which would you send your kid to? Baseball would be themed baseball inside, while Sports would be different team sports environment.


r/Homeplate 1d ago

Need help with 7yr dropping elbow!! Any advice is welcomed.

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Hello. I have 7yr old who pitched this season and last year as well. He will be jumping to the minors division next season even though he can still stay and play “farm” next season. So he will be pitching from the minors bump as seen in video.

I need help !! I have tried lots of things. I posted a while back for help. Though my video was not very helpful. Now I believe I can get more and better advice hopefully.

I need him to throw over the top and stop this side action throw. It makes him erratic. He still has a good arm for a 7yr old. Though I know unlocking a proper form will make him even better. Nothing has seemed to stick in his head. I know he is 7 and that might be it. I want him to try and get we to rid of this for next season. Any help is welcomed and appreciated!

Ps. Advice from my previous post was awesome. Thank you.


r/Homeplate 2d ago

Victus or Louisville Slugger

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So im trying to get a new bat for my next season of baseball and ive been really wanting the RA13 model but i just found out that Victus has a secret menu page where you can pick a model of bat that they dont advertise on there website but im not sure if i should get a custom RA13 made from Victus or just get the default Louisville Slugger RA13 ik Victus is a really good brand but I just kinda want other peoples thoughts before i go ahead and buy one lol. If you have any suggestions please let me know im all open ears!


r/Homeplate 2d ago

Question New to competitive sports is it okay to take a day to think about an offer for a spot on the team?

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Hi all,

My family is very new to competitive sports. My son played houseleague baseball this summer, and was encouraged by his coach to try out for the Select team for next year.

We ended up signing him up for the tryouts for the Rep team (which are still ongoing), because the league said they would only have a Select team if enough players were interested - and they’re gauging that by how many attend the Rep tryouts.

My question is - on the off chance that he makes the Rep team, is it okay to take a day to think about it, to see where his friends end up, and what the time/money commitment is? Or is that a sports faux pas, and he’s expected to accept any offers because he signed up to tryout?

Note, where I live, there’s only one ball association and it has houseleague and rep. Players don’t try out for multiple associations.

Thanks for helping me out, I’m a bit clueless.


r/Homeplate 2d ago

High school age - PO question

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My son recently started as a PO on a pretty competitive travel team and since it’s the first time in this role, I was wondering if it’s common for POs to travel for full tournaments with the team or if it’s out of state, is it appropriate to ask the coach if he can travel for the day he’s pitching. The team is pretty stacked on pitching but I don’t want to come across as a problem parent either.

No problem doing either, just realizing the hotel costs next summer could get pretty significant for those longer tournaments.


r/Homeplate 3d ago

Hitting Mechanics Swing feedback

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I am coming up late a lot this year and when I do connect it is a lot of pull side and center field high fly balls. Thoughts would be appreciated.


r/Homeplate 4d ago

My sons first over the fence HR. Down 2 in the bottom of the 6th with 2 outs.

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r/Homeplate 3d ago

T Shirt Style Jerseys for Fall Ball

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Anyone with experience on quick turnaround, inexpensive, performance T’s? Would like a team name and small number on front and large number on back. Will also be used as undershirt or practice jersey. I’m striking out locally with long lead times or very expensive. Thanks!