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Choosing the Best Turf for Your Facility: A Comprehensive Guide
Selecting the right turf for your facility can transform the space, making it more attractive, functional, and easier to maintain. Whether you manage a sports complex, a school playground, a commercial property, or a public park, the type of turf you choose affects durability, appearance, safety, and cost. This guide walks you through the key factors to consider when choosing turf, helping you make an informed decision that fits your facility’s needs. Artificial turf field sh
Mike Santi
Jan 123 min read


HitTrax Leagues and Tournaments: Facility Guide
Introduction If you own a HitTrax system or are considering implementing one at your facility, the following information will help you make the most of your investment. We now offer consulting services to assist facilities in launching Leagues or Tournaments. Feel free to reach out for a discussion. Click here for a video that provides an in-depth overview of HitTrax Leagues. Long form walk through of how you can set up Leagues and Tournaments in HitTrax HitTrax Leagues HitT
Mike Santi
Dec 15, 20253 min read


Best baseballs for ATEC Pitching machines
Experience with Baseballs in Our Facility Over the years, I have conducted extensive testing of various types of baseballs within our facility. It is crucial to select a pitching machine ball that patrons can reliably utilize. Challenges with Leather Baseballs Leather baseballs often deteriorate over time, leading to issues such as increased wear and tear. This degradation not only creates a mess but also significantly weakens the integrity of the ball. Over time this will
Mike Santi
Dec 15, 20251 min read


Make your ATEC pitching machine portable!
For the past five years, I have utilized ATEC pitching machines at our facility, which features two full-sized tunnels. Each tunnel is equipped with an ATEC MX3, catering to approximately 25 different users daily. A common challenge we encounter is the need for each user to adjust the pitch distance, which can be particularly difficult due to the machines' mobility on turf surfaces. Typically, moving these machines requires the assistance of two individuals, and even that ca
Mike Santi
Dec 15, 20251 min read
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