Baseball Mound to Plate Distances for Each League By admin | Published on December 2, 2019August 29, 2024 Mound-to-Plate DistancesMoundsMound-to-Plate Distances With all of the differing baseball leagues and associations, it’s important to know the standard distance between the baseball mound and home plate for each age group/league before hosting a home game. Adhere to the following guidelines so players naturally learn how to pitch, throw, and bat on a field that mimics game day distances. Official Major League Mound-to-Plate Dimensions (Applies to International Baseball, Minor Leagues, Independent Leagues, College, High School, Babe Ruth, Big/Senior League, and most all other levels ages 14 and up) 60 feet, 6 inches Little League Mound-to-Plate Dimensions (Ages 13 and under; these also apply to Cal Ripken Majors and Dixie Youth Baseball) 46 feet Shop Baseball Mounds PONY Mound-to-Plate Dimensions PONY is a worldwide youth baseball organization with specific requirements for their seven age divisions: Colt/Palomino Field Dimensions (ages 15-19) 60 feet, 6 inches Pony Field Dimensions (ages 13-14) 54 feet Bronco Field Dimensions (ages 11-12) 48 feet Mustang Field Dimensions (ages 9-10) 44 feet Pinto Field Dimensions (ages 7-8) 38 feet Shetland Field Dimensions (ages 4-6) N/A (coaches pitch or batting tee) Typical MLB Baseball Field Dimensions (source: Wikipedia) Why Baseball Mound-to-Plate Distances Matter On the Field We all know that practice makes perfect, but it’s hard to reach perfection when practicing on a field that isn’t like the others. Following the standard mound-to-plate distances is important so that players get a natural feel for the field. Equally, players learn from experience. When a hitter’s timing is off, practicing off a tee won’t help as much as swinging for a fastball thrown from 60 feet away. Batting Cages Just like on the field, players deserve the best environment to simulate live game conditions. If you operate a batting cage rental business, accommodate the players in your area with proper cage sizes, allowing for live game pitching and hitting practice. Shorter cages can cause hitters to lose their timing, so it’s key to always practice like you play. Looking for other items to improve practice time? Shop our pitching machines, portable bleachers, and much more to get the best for your customers, teams, and spectators. Contact Us with any questions or to start your custom order today. Mounds 4″ Economy Youth Mound (4"H x 3’6”L x 2’10”W) $399.00 View Details 4″ Stride Off Game Mound (4"H x 4’L x 3’10”W) $599.00 View Details Classic Game Junior Mound (9’L x 5’4”W x 6”H and 135 pounds) $2,202.00 View Details Game Mound (8'3"W x 11'6"L x 10"H and 220 pounds) $3,226.00 View Details Hack Attack Baseball Pitching Machine (Optional Softball Conversion Kit available) $3,499.00 – $4,798.00 View Details High School/Collegiate Mound (9’6”L x 4’W x 10”H and 130 pounds) $1,856.00 View Details I-Hack Attack Pitching Machine $5,599.00 – $8,098.00 View Details Junior Hack Attack Baseball Pitching Machine (Optional Softball Conversion Kit) $2,599.00 – $6,497.00 View Details Junior Pro Mound (6" H x 3' 6" W x 6' L) $1,324.00 View Details Junior Training Mound (42”L x 42”W x 4”H and 45 pounds) $855.00 View Details Professional Mound (9’6”L x 5’4”W x 10”H and 155 pounds) $2,048.00 View Details ProMounds Collegiate Practice Pitching Mound (9’ L x 4’ W x 10” - 126 pounds) $1,395.00 View Details ProMounds ProModel Pitching Mound (9' L x 5' W x 10" H - 140 pounds) $1,500.00 View Details Proper Pitch Prep Mound (9’L x 4’W x 6”H and 100 pounds) $1,602.00 View Details Standard One-Piece Practice Mounds (10"H x 10’6”L x 4’W) $1,549.00 View Details Standard Two-Piece Practice Mounds (10" H x 4' W x 8' 6" L) $1,549.00 View Details
Tom Schmidt June 15, 2024 at 9:50 am Our grandson is 9 years old. He plays in a youth league here on misdoula. He can throw a real fastball to me when we srebtossing. I would like to work with him when he comes over, toss at the pitching distancebgor his age group. What didtancenis that? I looked it up and I thought it was 56 feet. Thank you. Tom Schmidt missoula mt Reply
tony June 17, 2024 at 9:56 am Tom, thanks for reaching out. Distances vary, but for the 9 – 12 age group, you’re looking at about 46 – 50 ft. Our community here may have some insight as well, but here’s some pitching guidelines from the MLB that I found: https://www.mlb.com/pitch-smart/pitching-guidelines/ages-9-12 Reply
