practice net

Batting cage mesh

A practice net is a mesh enclosure used in sports training, designed to contain balls and allow repetitive practice without chasing errant shots.

Golfers hit into practice nets in backyards or garages; cricketers and baseball players use netted cages for batting practice.

The structure lets athletes work on technique in confined spaces: He set up a practice net in the garage to work on his swing.

Related

swing · short game · chip shot · baseball · pop fly · ground ball · home run · cricket · driving · range · mesh · backstop · training · drill · repetition · bucket · balls · tee

Opposites
formality of play

practice netstadium

Large venue for spectators

simulated vs. real performance

practice netcompetitive play

Games with winners decided

the real thing · game day

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G