{"product_id":"phinix-soft-cushioned-safety-baseball-9-inch-one-dozen","title":"PHINIX Soft Cushioned Safety Baseballs, 9-inch, Box of 12 — 5 oz, Synthetic Leather for Youth Practice","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHINIX Soft Cushioned Safety Baseballs are 9-inch, 5-ounce practice balls with a soft sponge rubber core and synthetic leather cover designed to reduce impact and build confidence for youth players.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese PHINIX 12-pack baseballs balance safety and realistic feel to make batting, catching and fielding drills more approachable for beginners and younger athletes. Engineered to match official size and weight while using a softer core, they let coaches run full-speed practices with lower injury concern and give kids more comfortable contact during early skill development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these baseballs feel compared with a standard leather ball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PHINIX soft cushioned baseballs match official 9-inch diameter and 5-ounce weight but use a softer sponge rubber center and durable synthetic leather exterior. The result is a more forgiving impact on hands and palms without sacrificing consistent flight and grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOfficial size and weight (9\", 5 oz) for authentic practice feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSponge rubber core cushions impact while maintaining bounce\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSynthetic leather cover provides a reliable grip and abrasion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStitched seam pattern mimics regulation ball handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these withstand regular drills and outdoor use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePHINIX balls are assembled and inspected for durability so they hold up in routine training sessions. The synthetic leather resists scuffs and weather better than untreated materials, while construction quality aims for consistent performance across the dozen-pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable synthetic leather resists wear from repeated catches and throws\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCarefully assembled and tested for quality and consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePackage of 12 provides spare balls for long practices and group sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for both indoor and outdoor training environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these balls help youth players build confidence?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe softer core reduces sting and the fear of hard impacts, making it easier for new players to try catching, batting and close-range drills. Repeated, comfortable practice encourages faster skill acquisition and greater enjoyment of the game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLower sting on contact helps hesitant catchers and batters\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsistent weight and size support transferable skills to regulation balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for introductory practices, clinics and P.E. classes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwelve-ball set ensures plenty of repetition without constant retrieval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat should I expect from the packaging and contents?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach order contains a 12-pack of PHINIX soft cushioned baseballs, inspected for weight, balance and seam finish. The set is ready for team use, training sessions, or recreational play straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne dozen (12) baseballs per package for group drills\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndividually assembled and checked for weight and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsistent seam stitching and synthetic leather finish on every ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight design simplifies transportation and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Coaches, youth league organizers, parents and physical education teachers looking for a safer, realistic training ball will find the PHINIX soft cushioned baseball ideal. It suits kids learning catching, throwing and batting fundamentals, plus teams that want reliable, low-sting balls for high-repetition drills without compromising on size or weight.\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: Are these baseballs the same size as regulation balls?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Each PHINIX ball is 9 inches in diameter and weighs 5 ounces, matching standard youth regulation size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use these outdoors in wet conditions?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: They hold up to normal outdoor use; the synthetic leather resists moisture better than untreated materials, but avoid prolonged soaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"PHINIX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48022469869729,"sku":"B07JGWTLVG","price":92.74,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/6532\/5729\/files\/phinix-front-view.jpg?v=1791335620","url":"https:\/\/canadiansporting.ca\/products\/phinix-soft-cushioned-safety-baseball-9-inch-one-dozen","provider":"Canadian Sporting","version":"1.0","type":"link"}