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This is a grand slam addition! Check out our latest professional backyard batting cage installation in Watermill, NY. In the picturesque town of Watermill, NY, nestled in the heart of the Hamptons, residential properties often feature luxurious and state-of-the-art outdoor spaces. However, this recent project, completed by Gappsi, brings a whole new level of premium athletic performance to a private residence. A professional backyard batting cage installation that rivals the training environments of elite baseball facilities.
This custom-built batting cage was designed and installed by Gappsi. It provides the homeowner and any aspiring baseball player in the family with a space that supports skill development, consistent practice, and pure enjoyment. Here’s a detailed breakdown of this high-end installation. It stands out as one of the most advanced private batting cages in Long Island.
Premier Douglas Batting Cage: Built for Performance
At the heart of the project is a Premier Douglas batting cage, measuring an impressive 70 feet long, 14 feet wide, and 12 feet tall. This size allows ample room for both the batter and pitcher to move freely. This ensures safe and comfortable practice sessions. The design mirrors what is found at professional training grounds. It offers the full length required for realistic ball flight and swing analysis.
The batting cage netting is supported by a steel cable system, which runs the entire length of the structure. This method ensures the net remains taut and secure, preventing sagging or movement during high-velocity impacts. The tensioned cables also help the cage withstand the elements, making it a durable and long-lasting investment.
Illuminated for Night Play: Premium Lighting Installation
Practice doesn’t need to stop when the sun sets. Gappsi included a double row of high-quality LED lights, illuminating both sides of the batting cage. This thoughtful lighting layout ensures that every part of the cage is evenly lit. This eliminates shadows that could disrupt vision or timing, providing a clear view. Whether it’s an early morning training session or a late evening workout, the players will always have optimal visibility.
The inclusion of these lights reflects the attention to detail in this project. It turns a typical backyard installation into a 24/7 baseball training facility.
Precision Surface Design: Turf, Fringe, and Functionality
A great batting cage starts from the ground up. Gappsi paid close attention to surface details to enhance both performance and aesthetics. The flooring features a natural green synthetic grass base, providing a visually appealing and soft surface underfoot. This type of turf mimics real grass but offers superior durability and weather resistance.
On both sides of the cage, Gappsi installed an 18-inch-wide synthetic turf fringe. The fringe stands 1.5 inches in pile height, creating a contrast in texture and color from the central green turf. This not only adds a polished, finished look to the installation. It also serves a functional purpose by aiding drainage, controlling bounce-back, and providing comfort during long training sessions.
This combination of turf layers creates a true-to-life baseball training ground while minimizing maintenance, mud, and wear.
Movable Maroon Pitching Mat: Versatility at Its Finest
To accommodate players of various heights and skill levels, Gappsi included a movable maroon-colored pitching mat. The mat can be positioned anywhere within the cage. This offers flexible practice routines, whether for overhand pitching, underhand soft toss, or specialized drills.
The maroon color stands out clearly against the green turf, helping both pitchers and batters align properly. This feature offers a more dynamic training environment, enabling a range of drills and real-time pitching scenario simulations.
I-Pitch Spin Ball Machine: Cutting-Edge Baseball Technology
Perhaps the most remarkable feature of this installation is the addition of the I-Pitch Spin Ball Pitching Machine. This isn’t your average backyard pitching device—this is professional-grade technology. Used by MLB teams and elite collegiate programs.
The I-Pitch machine offers a wide range of pitching styles, including fastballs, curveballs, sliders, and more. It can simulate real pitchers’ spins and release points with incredible accuracy. Controlled electronically, it can be programmed to deliver pitches at varying speeds, angles, and trajectories.
For the serious athlete, this means game-level training every single day. For families and baseball enthusiasts, it turns the backyard into a true player development center.
Why This Batting Cage Stands Out
What makes this installation in Watermill so unique is its combination of professional functionality and residential convenience. Here are just a few highlights:
- Premier size and materials: Built to professional dimensions with top-tier materials, ensuring performance and longevity.
- Custom lighting system: Enables early morning and nighttime training to be possible and enjoyable.
- Dual turf zones: Engineered for performance, drainage, and visual appeal.
- Adjustable pitching mat: Enhances usability for players of all levels.
- Advanced pitching machine: Mimics the real-world experience of facing a top-level pitcher.
Every element of the design was carefully chosen to meet the standards of serious players while seamlessly integrating into a residential property.
A Home Run by Gappsi
Gappsi is known across Long Island for delivering high-end outdoor solutions—from sports game courts and custom pools to patios, landscapes, and now premium athletic training facilities. This Watermill backyard batting cage is yet another example of their commitment to craftsmanship, functionality, and visual elegance.
This isn’t just a practice facility—it’s a personal sports sanctuary designed for peak performance and built with the highest level of professionalism. It reflects Gappsi’s attention to detail, from the infrastructure to the turf design, to the inclusion of professional-grade training equipment.
Whether you’re a young athlete aiming for the majors, a baseball parent creating an inspiring space for your child, or a casual enthusiast who wants to bring the stadium home, this project sets a new benchmark in backyard baseball environments.
In Watermill, NY, a homeowner has taken their love for baseball to the next level with a fully-equipped, professional-grade batting cage courtesy of Gappsi. Featuring elite materials, bright lighting, dual turf zones, a movable pitching mat, and the advanced I-Pitch pitching machine, this project stands as one of the most sophisticated residential batting cage installations on Long Island.
If you’re considering a custom batting cage, game court, or outdoor sports project, Gappsi offers the experience, innovation, and execution to bring your vision to life. With this installation, they have once again demonstrated that when it comes to blending form and function in outdoor living, Gappsi hits it out of the park.
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