Sports Attack | Junior Hack Attack Softball Pitching Machine The Junior Hack Attack softball pitching machine is an advanced training tool designed for serious young athletes, combining durability, versatility, and cutting-edge features to enhance player development. Its unique three-wheel design provides players with a clear and uninterrupted view of the ball throughout the feeding motion, acceleration, and release, closely simulating the experience of facing a live pitcher. This design helps young hitters improve critical skills such as timing and vision by allowing them to track the ball and understand the angle of release, providing a true sense of live-arm pitching. The machine’s ability to deliver consistent pitches of varying types makes it an invaluable addition to any practice session. Key Features Pitch Speed and Variety: Delivers fastballs at speeds of 60+ MPH at 43 feet, as well as risers, drops, right- and left-handed curves, screwballs, and knuckleball changeups for comprehensive training. Three-Wheel Design for Optimal Visibility: Unlike two-wheel machines, the three-wheel setup offers unobstructed visibility, allowing hitters to see the ball from start to finish. This enhances timing, vision, and overall pitch tracking for more effective training. Variable Pitch Types: The Junior Hack Attack can throw a wide range of pitches, including fastballs, risers, drops, and both right- and left-handed screwballs. Adjusting the wheel speeds allows effortless transitions between pitch types without the time-consuming adjustments required by two-wheel machines. Elevation Adjustment Handle: The machine features an intuitive elevation adjustment handle that lets users raise or lower the pitch height within the strike zone between throws. This quick adjustment capability adds versatility, enabling targeted practice across all areas of the strike zone. Instant Directional Pivot: The throwing head pivots instantly in any direction, making it ideal for fungo work such as deep fly balls, slicing line drives, reverse-spin catcher’s pop-ups, towering infield pop-ups, and grounders. This versatility saves time and maximizes practice efficiency. Portability and Ease of Use: The Junior Hack Attack is built for convenience, featuring two heavy-duty transporting wheels for quick movement on and off the field. The front wheel guards prevent the throwing wheels from coming into contact with dirt and gravel, ensuring accuracy and extending wheel life. It also arrives fully assembled for immediate use. Inside/Outside Ball Location Adjustment: A simple handle allows instant, precise changes to the pitch location without needing to shift the entire machine. This feature provides pinpoint control for practicing both inside and outside pitches. Vision Training Compatibility: The machine is compatible with a 7.5″ diameter vision training ball, which improves centering, tracking, and hitting mechanics. This critical training tool enhances focus and accuracy, especially for developing players. Specifications Pitching Speed: Throws fastballs at 60+ MPH from 43 feet, with adjustable speeds for other pitch types. Ball Compatibility: Compatible with regulation leather softballs, dimpled practice balls, Wiffle® balls, and softer practice balls. Durable Construction: Built with a high-tensile, heat-treated alloy and a rust-proof steel frame for long-lasting use. Throwing Wheels: Equipped with three durable, concave 13″ wheels designed to withstand intense use and summer heat. Portability: Includes two heavy-duty wheels for easy transport and a design that ensures stability on pitching mounds or playing surfaces. Dimensions Dimensions: 35 × 23 × 21 in Weight: 105 lbs The Junior Hack Attack softball pitching machine is engineered to provide a professional-level training experience for younger players, blending simplicity and advanced features to maximize performance. Its quick recovery time between pitches, minimal setup adjustments, and exceptional reliability make it a game-changing addition to any practice routine. Designed for both durability and portability, it offers limitless seasons of use, ensuring it remains a trusted tool for skill development year after year. How to clean wheels