Ball Machines
July 1, 2007
Ball Machine Selector 2007
Investing in a ball machine is kind of like putting money in a high-yield fund. The initial amount you may need to pony up may be a stretch for you, but you know in the end you'll come out...
July 1, 2006
Ball Machine Selector 2006 — Miscellaneous
Cover Comes Standard These machines come with a cover included in the price listed. Cover Available as an Option This column indicates whether the manufacturer makes an optional cover available and how much it costs. Includes Wheels for Portability...
Ball Machine Selector 2006 — Oscillation
No Oscillation Machines with an "X" in this column are not cabable of feeding the ball in more than one direction. So, if you want to practice forehands you have to point the machine toward your forehand and vice-versa...
Ball Machine Selector 2006 — Remote control
Remote Control Available as Option These machines do not come with a remote, but you can buy one. Look at the next several columns to find out what the remote controls and whether it is wireless. Remote Control —...
Ball Machine Selector 2006 — Propulsion
Spinning Wheel Propulsion An "X" in this column indicates that the machine uses two spinning wheels to feed the ball to you. In almost every case the spinning wheels are stacked vertically with just enough space between them for...
Ball Machine Selector 2006 — Power
Runs on Battery or Power Cord An "X" in this column means that you can power the machine with a battery or a power cord plugged into an electrical outlet. Runs on Power Cord Only Machines in this column...
Ball Machine Selector 2006 — Contact information for 2006
Lobster www.lobsterinc.com 800-526-4041 Playmate www.playmatetennismachines.com 800-776-6770 SAM www.MasterSports.com 800-837-1002 Robot Optimizers www.tennisrobot.com 888-8BOOMER Silent Partner www.sptennis.com 800-662-1809 Sports Attack www.sportsattack.com 800-717-4251 Sports Tutor www.sportstutor.com 800-448-8867 Super Coach www.tennismachine.com 408-855-9644 See the our complete list of contact information for ball...
Ball Machine Selector 2006
No matter what kind of facility you have, a ball machine should be a key component of your business. While you may be put off by the initial investment, you'll make that money back — and much more —...
Ball Machine Selector 2006 — Features
Brand & Contact Info The name of the manufacturer and how to get in touch with them. You can contact them to get more information or to order the machine that looks best to you. There are eight manufacturers making...
Program Director
With realistic random-play options, ball machines enter the "I, Robot" generation.
July 1, 2005
Ball Machine Selector 2005
No matter what kind of facility you have, a ball machine should be a key component of your business. While you may be put off by the initial investment, you'll make that money back — and much more —...
Ball Machine Selector 2005 — Brands and Models
Model. The specific model of machine. However, remember that many of the machines offer several different options. In some cases, when you buy different options, the name of the machine may change slightly. But, in each case, the available...
Ball Machine Selector 2005 — Oscillation
No oscillation. Machines with an "X" in this column are not cabable of feeding the ball in more than one direction. So, if you want to practice forehands you have to point the machine toward your forehand and vice-versa...
Ball Machine Selector 2005 — Other Features
Serving Tower Optional Accessory. This column indicates whether a tower is available from the manufacturer to raise the machine high enough to simulate a serve. The price in this column indicates how much the serving tower costs. Cover Comes...
Ball Machine Selector 2005 — Power Supply
Runs on Battery or Power Cord. An "X" in this column means that you can power the machine with a battery or a power cord plugged into an electrical outlet. Runs on Power Cord Only. Machines in this column...
Ball Machine Selector 2005 — Propulsion
Spinning Wheel Propulsion. An "X" in this column indicates that the machine uses two spinning wheels to feed the ball to you. In almost every case the spinning wheels are stacked vertically with just enough space between them for...
Ball Machine Selector 2005 — Remote Control
Remote Control Comes Standard. An "X" in this column indicates that a remote control is included in the price listed for the machine. Look at the next several columns to find out what the remote controls and whether it...
Machine Ready
Generate more revenue by using your ball machine to the fullest.
March 1, 2005
Super Coach
Super Coach is a one-machine company, but that one machine is the first we've ever encountered that really can feed any ball a person can. It offers a seemingly endless list of features and settings and is designed to...
June 1, 2004
Ball Machine Selector
For your business, nothing beats a ball machine.
Turn your ball machine into a money machine
When it comes to generating revenue for your business, your ball machine should be throwing money at you like an ATM. If it's not, then you may need some help turning your ball machine into a money machine. Chances...
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