Collegiate First Base / Fungo Protector Screen

Description

The Collegiate First Base / Fungo Protector Screen is a flat-panel protective screen positioned near first base during infield drills and batting practice to shield coaches and players from errant throws and batted balls. Built with a collegiate-grade steel frame and heavy-duty netting, this screen handles the high ball velocities encountered at the high school and college levels.

Specifications:

• Flat-panel design for first base and fungo protection
• Collegiate-grade steel frame construction
• Heavy-duty knotted netting rated for hard-hit baseballs and high-velocity throws
• Includes frame and net
• Portable — repositions easily for different drill configurations
• Weight: 53 lbs

During a typical infield session, the first base area sees a high volume of incoming throws from shortstop, third base, and second base as fielders work on ground ball plays, double-play turns, and relay throws. Many arrive at high velocity and not always on target. This screen positioned between the fielders and the coaching area provides a reliable safety barrier that lets coaches focus on instruction rather than dodging errant balls. It also serves as a fungo protector when positioned along the baseline to shield the coach hitting infield fungos — in that configuration, the screen blocks balls thrown back by infielders after fielding rather than blocking batted balls.

Browse the full protective screens collection at Spartan Athletic Co., including the Collegiate Pitchers Protector Screen and the Collegiate Sock Net and Frame Protector Screen.