{"product_id":"mini-plastic-practice-balls-for-baseball-softball-1","title":"Tarutaru Mini Practice Baseballs 1.65 in, White Green, 70 Pack — Hollow EVA, Low-Flight Training Balls","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarutaru Mini Plastic Practice Balls are a 70-pack of hollow, 1.65-inch-diameter EVA training balls designed for hitting, pitching, and batting drills with limited flight for safe indoor and outdoor use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese compact practice baseballs give players a repeatable, low-impact training tool that builds hand-eye coordination, grip control, and throwing mechanics without the travel or damage of standard baseballs. Made from resilient pop-back EVA with a perforated, 26-hole design and vivid fluorescent green accents, they let coaches and players focus on technique while keeping sessions safe for gyms, backyards, classrooms, and indoor batting cages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these mini balls improve training efficiency?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmaller size and lighter weight concentrate practice on fine motor skills: players make more contacts per session and get immediate feedback on swing path and release. The reduced flight keeps balls close, so drills move faster and require less retrieval time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e70 balls per pack for continuous repetitions without interruption\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1.65-inch diameter (5.20-inch circumference) encourages precise grip and wrist action\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHollow, low-flight design shortens recovery time between reps\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBright green accents show rotation and spin direction clearly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these balls durable enough for frequent hitting and pitching?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — Tarutaru practice balls are made from a pop-back EVA material engineered to flex and return to shape after impact. They tolerate repeated strikes from bats and tosses without cracking, making them suitable for season-long practice routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-rebound EVA resists splitting and deformation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHollow construction reduces stress on seams and keeps the ball intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned to withstand thousands of hits under normal use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use these indoors or around kids and pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 26-hole hollow build and light weight limit flight distance and reduce impact force, making the balls safe for indoor spaces and around younger players or animals. They’re great for schools, rec centers, or family play where safety and minimal damage are priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow-impact when struck or thrown—safer for walls and furnishings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight and hollow for controlled, limited-distance flights\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBright color improves visibility during indoor drills and games\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat training uses and drills are these best for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese mini balls are versatile for batting practice, soft toss, tee work, pitching accuracy drills, and hand-eye coordination exercises. Because they’re compact and plentiful, coaches can design high-repetition stations that accelerate skill development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoft toss and short-distance pitching for contact-focused work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTee drills to refine swing plane and bat angle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReaction and catching drills for infield and outfield footwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Tarutaru Mini Practice Baseballs suit beginners learning fundamentals, youth teams needing safe, high-rep training aids, coaches running fast-paced drills, and parents wanting backyard practice without damaging property. The 70-ball pack is especially useful for group sessions, schools, clubs, and anyone looking to boost ball-tracking and contact skills in a controlled, affordable way.\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: What is the ball size and how small are they?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Each Tarutaru ball measures 1.65 inches in diameter (5.20-inch circumference), much smaller than a regulation baseball for precise skill work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are these safe to use indoors?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The hollow 26-hole design limits flight and impact force, making them suitable for indoor drills and play around kids and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Tarutaru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48022672900257,"sku":"B0FJ9J976P","price":84.28,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/6532\/5729\/files\/tarutaru-front-packaging-70-pack.jpg?v=1791341837","url":"https:\/\/canadiansporting.ca\/products\/mini-plastic-practice-balls-for-baseball-softball-1","provider":"Canadian Sporting","version":"1.0","type":"link"}