Small-Ball Pitching Machine
The JUGS Small-Ball® Pitching Machine is built for players of all ages to focus small and swing big when practicing solo or with a team.
Develop sharper focus and better swing mechanics by training with smaller, foam practice balls. Its safe, compact design is ideal for garages, backyards or full fields. Whether you're practicing solo or with a coach, you’ll get consistent, game-like pitches that build timing, confidence and precision.
Features
- Focus Small and Hit Big: Hitting smaller 5-inch foam balls helps players sharpen focus, improve tracking and build better habits from release to contact.
- Accurate Pitching: The Small-Ball Pitching Machine throws fastballs or overhand curves with uncanny accuracy.
- Safe to Use Anywhere: Polyurethane-foam 5-in./0.5-oz. Small-Balls are soft and lightweight, making them perfect to use anywhere.
- Realistic Delivery: Adjustable legs create a lifelike delivery angle for baseball or softball.
- Efficient Solo Training: The 25-ball feeder lets players train independently with consistent rhythm and minimal downtime.
Specifications
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A) Lightweight construction: Weighs only 23 lbs for easy transport, storage and setup by one person.
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B) Foam ball use only: Compatible with 5-inch, 0.5 oz. polyurethane-foam JUGS Small-Balls® for safe indoor or outdoor practice.
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C) Pitch types: Throws fastballs and overhand curveballs with consistent accuracy for varied hitting drills.
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D) Adjustable legs: Three-leg setup allows pitch height customization to replicate realistic delivery angles.
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E) Tilt adjustment: Tilts and repositions to deliver accurate ground balls and fly balls for defensive reps.
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F) Speed range: Produces speeds from 55 mph up to 75 mph from 25 feet to mirror in-game pitch timing.
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G) 25-ball feeder: Includes manual and automatic feed modes for uninterrupted solo or team training.
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H) Power source: Operates on 110V AC power and plugs into a standard outlet with no adapter needed.
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I) Heavy-duty frame: Constructed from solid steel for long-lasting reliability in any practice environment.
Warranty
- 1-Year Guarantee on all parts
Comparison
| Machine | Speed range | Wheel design | Pitch types (headline) | Ball types | Best for levels |
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| PS50 | 15–50 mph | 1-wheel | Fastballs at youth game speeds | Baseballs and softballs | Youth and beginner softball, rec leagues |
| Lite-Flite Softball | Simulates up to ~85 mph at 25 ft | 1-wheel | Fastballs, right- and left-handed curveballs, sliders | 11" and 12" Lite-Flite softballs, Bulldog polyballs | Youth to high school; softer-impact fastpitch practice |
| Small-Ball Machine | Up to ~75 mph (simulated) | 1-wheel | Fastball, overhead curveball | 5-inch foam Small-Ball balls | Vision and focus work; small-ball drills for softball hitters |
| BP1 Softball | 15–70 mph | 1-wheel | Fastballs and basic breaking pitches | Softballs | Youth and high school fastpitch teams |
| BP3 Softball with Changeup | 45–75 mph | 3-wheel | 8 pitches including fastballs, changeups, right- and left-handed curves and screwballs, risers, drop balls | Softballs | Elite fastpitch; game-speed pitch sequencing |
| SP3 Softball | 45–75 mph | 3-wheel | 7 pitches: fastballs, right- and left-handed curves and screwballs, risers, drop balls | Softballs | High-end fastpitch programs needing advanced movement |
| mini3 Softball | 30–70 mph | 3-wheel | 7 pitches: fastballs, right- and left-handed curves and screwballs, risers, drop balls | Softballs, training softballs and polyballs | Portable 3-wheel option for fastpitch across multiple levels |
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