Softball Backstop & Backdrops

Softball Rubber & Vinyl Backstops, Net Dividers & Batting Cage Backdrops

Protect the area behind the hitter in any softball batting cage or training facility with Cimarron Sports backstops and backdrops. Available in heavy-duty rubber and vinyl options, Cimarron backstops are built to absorb repeated ball impact without damage to walls, fencing, or facility infrastructure behind the cage. A vinyl backstop is included free with qualifying batting cage net purchases — an easy upgrade that extends the life of your facility and keeps the training environment safe and professional.

Why Does a Backstop Extend Batting Cage Life?

In a batting cage, damage is not evenly distributed. The netting directly behind the hitter absorbs nearly every ball at full velocity, and that concentrated impact is what wears a cage out first.

A backstop or backdrop hung in that zone takes the punishment instead. It absorbs and deadens impact, reduces ball rebound back toward the hitter, and adds years to the surrounding net by spreading wear away from one high-impact panel. Backstops also help highlight the strike zone for pitchers and install easily into existing batting cage nets.

What's the Difference Between Backstop Options?

Vinyl Batting Cage Backstops

The Vinyl Batting Cage Backstop uses a heavy vinyl face that takes repeated direct impact and wipes clean — a strong fit for indoor facilities and commercial cages in constant use. Batting cage backstops are commonly offered in 4x6, 5x7, and 6x8. Worth checking before ordering one separately — qualifying net orders already include one at no charge.

2-Sport Catcher Vinyl Backstop

The 2-Sport Catcher Vinyl Backstop serves programs running both softball and baseball out of the same cage, standing up to the demands of each.

Twisted Poly Backdrop

The 12' x 14' Twisted Poly Backdrop takes a different approach, using heavy twisted poly netting to absorb energy and drop the ball rather than reflect it. A 12x14 kill net is less visually intrusive than a traditional backstop while still cutting down on net replacements and repairs.

Rubber Backstops

Cimarron rubber backstops are unique in the industry — manufactured with nylon thread reinforced rubber and made in the USA. They are built for high-impact training environments and are commonly placed behind pitching machines to knock down passed balls. Trusted by Big League teams.

How Do Net Dividers Work in a Batting Cage?

#42 Twisted Poly Net Divider

The #42 Twisted Poly Net Divider splits a single tunnel into two independent working lanes, effectively doubling practice capacity without adding a second cage. Suspended lengthwise through the center of a cage, dividers are constructed from twisted, knotted #42 twine with a roped border for structure, treated for UV protection, and hung loose so they absorb impact instead of fighting it.

Multi-Purpose Netting Panel

Handles barrier and containment applications throughout a facility, providing a flexible netting solution for a variety of training spaces.

Custom Batting Cage Divider Skirt

Closes the gap along the bottom edge of a divider where balls otherwise escape, helping keep each training lane contained.

Custom Backstop Sizing

Cage dimensions vary widely, and a backstop only does its job if it covers the right area. Cimarron manufactures custom netting and backstops to specific facility measurements. For sizing help or a free consultation on a home, facility, or school project, call (918) 301-3600 or fill out the chat form.