batting mat

We had a problem in the cage.  We have a dirt batters box.  The balls are always kicking up dust.  Summer is worse than winter but it's a problem in the winter too.  If the balls get dirty and go in the machine, it could damage the motor. Also, there are deep holes where he stands.

So we ordered a batting mat online.  We paid about $525.00 for it. It came a few days ago and we installed it yesterday.  We haven't tried it yet but it sure looks a lot better.

It also fixed another problem.  There is the bottom of a low concrete wall sticking out in the back toward the fence.  The concern is a low pitch will hit it and bounce back and hit the batter. We're always having to adjust the backstop to prevent.  Now, the batting mat covers the concrete, so we don't have that issue.