Rawlings Batting Practice Softballs — 11" or 12" Sizes, 6- or 12-Pack | Raised Seams & Durable PolyX Core

Rawlings Batting Practice Softballs are durable, raised-seam practice balls available in 11" and 12" sizes sold in 6- or 12-count packs for fastpitch training.

Built for youth and travel teams, these practice softballs combine a synthetic cover with a PolyX core and professional raised seams to deliver consistent feel, easier gripping for throwers, and the resilience needed for frequent batting and throwing drills. With a .47 COR and 375lbs compression, they offer predictable rebound characteristics that coaches and players rely on during repetitive practice sessions.

How do these softballs hold up to daily batting practice?

Rawlings engineered these balls with a synthetic outer layer and a reinforced PolyX core so they resist deformation and last through repeated contact with bats and hard surfaces. The raised seams reduce slippage for pitchers and throwers and help maintain ball shape over time.

• Synthetic cover for abrasion resistance and weather tolerance
• PolyX core to preserve roundness after repeated impacts
• Raised seams that withstand repeated gripping and release
• Available in 6- or 12-count packs for practice frequency planning

Which size and pack option should I choose for my team?

Pick 11" if you’re equipping youth or fastpitch squads that follow common youth specifications; choose 12" for older divisions or informal practice where a larger target feel is preferred. Pack size depends on session length: a 6-pack suits shorter practices or individual players, while a 12-pack keeps larger groups moving with fewer interruptions for retrieving balls.

• 11" designed with youth fastpitch use in mind
• 12" provides a larger striking surface for drills and older players
• 6-count for personal use or small group drills
• 12-count for team sessions and extended practices

What performance specs matter for practice balls?

The COR and compression are key: a .47 coefficient of restitution (COR) gives consistent bounce and rebound off bats, while 375lbs compression places the ball in a durable practice category without being overly hard. These measured specs let coaches set expectations for ball behavior during hitting, fielding, and throwing drills.

• .47 COR for predictable bat contact response
• 375lbs compression balancing durability and playability
• Raised seams that aid grip and carry on throws
• Synthetic cover that tolerates repeated ground contact

How should I care for and store these practice softballs?

Keep balls dry and out of prolonged direct sunlight to prevent cover degradation. Store them in a ventilated bag or bin at room temperature; rotating balls between sessions extends usable life and keeps compression performance more consistent.

• Wipe off dirt and moisture after use
• Store indoors away from heat and UV exposure
• Rotate ball sets to reduce wear on individual units
• Avoid prolonged compression under heavy objects

Who is this for: Coaches, travel-team managers, and serious youth players who need dependable, practice-focused softballs will appreciate the Rawlings construction and measured performance. These balls are sized and packed to suit individual players, small squads, and full-team sessions looking for consistent feel, seam grip, and a resilient core for daily batting and throwing work.