How To Reconstruct the Batter's and Catcher's Boxes

To determine the proper layout for your boxes, select the appropriate field dimension diagram from the Sports Field Dimensions and Measurements section.

batter's and catcher's box diagram

excavate the batter's box 3 inches deepExcavate the Batter's Box 3" deep.
install MoundMaster Blocks, tamp, water, let soakInstall the MoundMaster® Blocks, tamp, water and allow to soak in for 20 minutes.
apply a thin layer of PMCApply a thing layer of Turface® Mound Clay® (match color to blocks) moisten, tamp.
cover with a thin layer of infield mix to finish gradeCover with a thin layer of infield mix to finish grade.

 

Proper construction and maintenance of the batter's and catcher's boxes follows the procedures for pitcher's mounds. Consult the correlated sections in the Pitcher’s Mound Maintenance section to learn further details of working with either Turface Mound Clay or MoundMaster Blocks.