Baseball & Softball Backstop Fencing

The fence or netting structure directly behind home plate is called a backstop. Its primary function is to stop errant pitches and foul balls from leaving the field of play, protecting spectators and players in adjacent areas. Backstops can be constructed from chain link fencing, knotted nylon netting, or a combination of both.

Fence caps and safety tops are commonly installed on top of baseball fences to prevent injuries. Available options include the Poly-Cap corrugated rail top, Fence Guard rail top tear drop, Safefoam Premium safety cap, and Safety Top Cap D-style. These products cushion sharp fence edges and reduce the risk of cuts or abrasions for players and staff.

Baseball backstops use knotted nylon netting, typically made from Dupont 66-728 100% twisted knotted nylon with a 1 7/8-inch square mesh size. Thread sizes range from #21 (low impact) to #96 (high impact) to match different levels of play, from little league to competitive adult leagues. All netting is UV-protected and weather-treated for long-term outdoor use.

Yes. The Windscreen Factory's backstop and sideline netting is designed for both indoor and outdoor use. The Dupont 66-728 nylon material is UV-stabilized, pressure-dyed, and weather-treated, making it suitable for outdoor exposure, while its durability and flexibility also make it ideal for indoor batting facilities and training centers.

Backstop netting is available with multiple border configurations including raw netting, threaded rope border, sewn-in rope border, sewn vinyl border with grommets, and sewn-in lead core rope bottom. These border options affect how netting is tensioned and attached to support structures, allowing for a secure and professionally finished installation suited to each site.

Yes. The Windscreen Factory provides comprehensive turn-key installation services, including on-site measurement, design consultation, post installation, cable and hardware installation, and netting tensioning. They also offer fence repair and netting replacement services, including removal of existing netting and inspection of support structures, serving customers throughout Georgia and nationwide.