{"product_id":"crown-sporting-goods-professional-in-ground-home-plate","title":"Crown Sporting Goods Professional In-Ground Home Plate — Steel Anchor, Regulation Visible Surface 17\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Crown Sporting Goods Professional In-Ground Home Plate is a heavy-duty, steel-anchored home plate that installs flush with the field and stays locked in place for baseball, softball, teeball, and kickball.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plate pairs a solid steel underframe with a white regulation top to deliver a stable, long-lasting home plate that resists movement from slides, weather, and regular play. Unlike lightweight rubber waffle bases that can shift or wear out, this in-ground design anchors securely so the visible plate sits at official dimensions while the hidden steel bracket remains rock steady beneath the turf or dirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this home plate stay fixed in wet or muddy conditions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plate uses a welded steel base with a built-in anchor bracket that buries into the ground, preventing lateral movement when players slide or when the field is soft. The heavy steel construction resists deformation, keeping the plate level and secure through rain and repeated use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWelded steel underpart for rigidity and long life\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnchor bracket designed to lock the plate in place in soil or turf\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks reliably in rain, mud, and snowy practice conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the exact dimensions and how do they compare to regulation size?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall unit measures 19.5\" x 19.5\" with a 3\" thickness for a premium, heavy-duty profile. When set into the field, the visible white top conforms to official home plate measurements—17\" wide by 17\" long to the point with beveled and short side dimensions matching regulation play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOverall product: 19.5\" x 19.5\" x 3\" (durable casing and steel substructure)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRegulation visible surface: 17\" x 17\" to the point; beveled sides 12\", short parallel sides 8.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLarger footprint for stability without altering official strike\/plate positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this plate suitable for different sports and field types?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes—the design is versatile and intended for baseball, softball, teeball, and kickball, as well as multi-use recreational fields and backyard diamonds. The in-ground anchor works in dirt and turf installations commonly found at parks, schools, batting cages, and private fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for baseball, softball, teeball, and kickball use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits dirt diamonds, turf infields, school yards, and backyard fields\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable enough for frequent practice, games, and P.E. use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this home plate compare to rubber \"waffle\" style bases?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRubber waffle bases are lightweight and can shift or wear through repeated slides; this steel-anchored home plate prioritizes stability and longevity. The steel underpart resists slipping and collapse, reducing the need for frequent replacements and field touch-ups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSteel understructure lasts longer than rubber waffle bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnchor bracket prevents slipping and reduces field maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePremium size and construction lower replacement frequency and downtime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Coaches, athletic directors, groundskeepers, equipment managers, and serious backyard players who want a professional-level home plate that stays put. If you need a regulation visible plate with a heavy-duty steel anchor for reliable, long-term performance on school, park, or private fields, this Crown Sporting Goods in-ground home plate is built to meet those needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can this home plate be installed in artificial turf?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—anchor bracket can be set into turf with appropriate ground preparation and fastening; consult turf installer for best practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the white top match official home plate dimensions?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes—the visible white surface measures to regulation 17\" by 17\" to the point with correct beveled and short side dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Crown Sporting Goods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48022507323553,"sku":"B08NQ3LJKL","price":122.39,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/6532\/5729\/files\/crown-sporting-goods-home-plate-front-view.jpg?v=1791336979","url":"https:\/\/canadiansporting.ca\/products\/crown-sporting-goods-professional-in-ground-home-plate","provider":"Canadian Sporting","version":"1.0","type":"link"}