Product Overview
The Sports Attack Junior Fungo Kart SB Machine Combo mounts a Junior Hack Attack softball machine on a purpose-built transport kart, giving coaches a realistic release point for fungo work. This is explicitly a defensive-drill tool: Sports Attack states the Junior Hack Attack on this kart is for fungo use only and should not be used for pitching.
The kart's swivel design lets the throwing head pivot a full 360 degrees, allowing coaches to instantly simulate deep fly balls, sharp grounders and towering catcher pop-ups without repositioning the whole unit. Heavy-duty, solid transport wheels let one person quickly maneuver the combo around the infield, while powder-coated steel construction stands up to outdoor practice conditions season after season.
At its core is the three-wheel Junior Hack Attack, which grips the ball in three locations for exceptional control and can run at speeds from 30 to 60 MPH with only 3-5 seconds of recovery between feeds. It accepts 12-inch regulation leather, pitching-machine leather, polyurethane, whiffle or foam softballs (synthetic leather balls should be avoided), with a release point of 23 inches and elevation adjustment of 4-6 inches per handle turn.
Portability is central to the design: the machine arrives fully assembled with no special tools needed, the kart weighs 33 lbs and the Junior Hack Attack unit weighs 87 lbs, so the combo can be rolled on and off the field by a single operator. Power needs are modest - standard 110V service drawing up to 12 amps, with a 15-20 amp circuit recommended and a #14/3 grounded extension cord rated up to 200 feet if needed.
This combo is aimed at programs running defensive practice for youth league through high school softball, giving fielders repeated, realistic looks at fly balls and grounders in a compact, easy-to-store package. Sports Attack backs the machine with a 2-year warranty covering materials, workmanship and wear components such as throwing wheels, controllers and motors.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Machine Configuration | Junior Hack Attack Softball machine mounted on dedicated Fungo Kart |
| Throwing Wheels | 3 (three-wheel design, ball gripped in three locations) |
| Swivel Movement | 360° pivot to simulate fly balls, grounders and catcher pop-ups |
| Recovery Time | 3-5 seconds |
| Elevation Adjustment | Raises/lowers pitch 4-6 inches per handle revolution |
| Release Point Height | 23 inches |
| Ball Types | 12" softballs: regulation leather, pitching machine leather, polyurethane, whiffle or foam balls (no synthetic leather) |
| Power Requirements | 110V; draws up to 12 amps, 15-20 amp service recommended |
| Extension Cord | Minimum #14/3 grounded cord, up to 200 ft |
| Kart Dimensions (with machine) | 27.5" W x 44" D x 39" H |
| Kart Weight | 33 lbs |
| Junior Hack Attack Weight | 87 lbs |
| Shipping Weight | 55 lbs |
| Shipping Dimensions | 42 x 22 x 21 in |
| Construction | Powder-coated steel frame, weather-resistant |
| Assembly | Ships fully assembled, no tools required |
| Intended Use | Defensive fungo drills only - not for pitching |
| Warranty | 2 years on materials, workmanship and wear components |
Compare Sports Attack models
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Junior Hack |
Junior Fungo Kart DC |
Hack Attack |
Hack + Team Feeder |
I-Hack |
Elite e-Hack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Throwing Wheels Three wheels, three ball contact points | Throwing Wheels Three wheels, three-point grip, less ball wear | Throwing Wheels Three wheels, three variable-speed motors | Throwing Wheels Three wheels, dial-adjusted, no head tilt needed | Throwing Wheels Three-wheel throwing head | Throwing Wheels Three-wheel system, three-point ball grip |
Speed / Distance 60+ MPH fastball from 43 ft | Speed / Distance — | Speed / Distance 30 to 80 MPH | Speed / Distance 30 to 80 MPH | Speed / Distance 30-80 MPH | Speed / Distance Selectable MPH or KPH readout |
Throw Types Fastballs, risers, drops, curves/screwballs, knucklers | Throw Types Fungo only: fly balls, grounders, pop-ups (360 deg) | Throw Types Fastballs, risers, drops, curves, screwballs, knucklers | Throw Types Fastballs, risers, drops, screwballs, curves, sliders | Throw Types Fastballs, risers, drops, right/left screwballs | Throw Types Touchscreen presets, 50 saved pitches, sequences |
Ball Compatibility 12 in. leather, poly, whiffle, foam (no synthetic) | Ball Compatibility 12 in. leather, poly, whiffle, foam (no synthetic) | Ball Compatibility 12 in. leather, poly, whiffle, foam (no synthetic) | Ball Compatibility 12 in. leather, poly, whiffle, foam (no synthetic) | Ball Compatibility 12 in. leather, poly, whiffle, foam (no synthetic) | Ball Compatibility Regulation leather, poly, whiffle, foam (no synthetic) |
Release Height 23 in. | Release Height 23 in. | Release Height 28 in. | Release Height 28 in. | Release Height 28 in. | Release Height — |
Power 90V, up to 12 amps; 15-20 amp circuit | Power DC: two 12V lithium batteries, LED power display | Power 90V, up to 12 amps; 15-20 amp service | Power 110V (220/240V available); 15-20 amp service | Power 90V DC; 1000-2000W inverter generator ready | Power 90V electronic drive system |
Machine Weight 82 lbs assembled; 65 lbs without legs/base | Machine Weight Machine 97 lbs plus 33 lbs kart | Machine Weight 158 lbs with legs | Machine Weight 152 lbs with legs; 145 lbs with base only | Machine Weight 152 lbs with legs; 145 lbs base only | Machine Weight — |
Portability Two transport wheels; breaks down for a compact car | Portability Heavy-duty kart wheels; one-person maneuvering | Portability Breaks down to 39 x 30 x 25 in. with base | Portability Large rolling wheels; front/rear wheel guards | Portability Large rolling wheels; legs and base removable | Portability Two transport wheels; legs un-socket for hauling |
Baseball Conversion About 5-10 minutes | Baseball Conversion — | Baseball Conversion 20-30 minutes with conversion kit | Baseball Conversion 20-30 minutes with conversion kit | Baseball Conversion About 20-30 minutes | Baseball Conversion — |
Feeder Compatibility Solo Feeder (15) or Team Feeder (150), sold separately | Feeder Compatibility — | Feeder Compatibility — | Feeder Compatibility Team Feeder (150 balls) included; Solo Feeder option | Feeder Compatibility — | Feeder Compatibility — |
Ship Weight | Ship Weight 55 lbs | Ship Weight 205 lbs | Ship Weight | Ship Weight | Ship Weight |
Best for Youth and travel teams needing a light, fast-converting machine. | Best for Coaches running cordless defensive fungo drills anywhere on the field. | Best for High school and college hitters facing full-speed movement pitches. | Best for Teams wanting continuous 150-ball batting practice out of the box. | Best for Travel programs needing generator-friendly DC power for remote fields. | Best for Elite programs wanting touchscreen pitch programming and saved sequences. |
| $2,699.00 | $2,999.00 | $4,023.00 $3,599.00 | $5,698.00 | $5,999.00 | $14,999.00 |
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Shipping & Returns
We offer standard 1-5 business day shipping (following dispatch) via LTL Freight, FedEx, UPS, DHL, or USPS. Orders typically process in 1-2 business days (starting the following business day). Shipping rates are usually calculated at checkout; however, we reserve the right to provide custom shipping quotes for oversized or specialized equipment.
60-DAY NO-HASSLE REFUNDS AND RETURNS
If there’s an issue with your product, we make refunds and returns quick and easy.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. To contact us, email info@joysportstore.com
More information on shipping and returns can be found here.
Warranty
2 years on materials, workmanship and wear components (throwing wheels, controllers, motors)
Sports Attack stands behind the material and workmanship of its machines and all wear components (throwing wheels, controllers and motors). Coverage runs from the date of original purchase, verified by the serial number and date codes on the unit:
- 2 years - residential and institutional use (schools, colleges, teams).
- 1 year - commercial use (batting cages, training facilities open to the public).
Making a claim: warranty requests go through Sports Attack customer service. Wear components (motors, controllers, wheels) may require a photo or live video with the request. Serial number and component date codes must be legible and unaltered. If Sports Attack has previously supplied warranty components for the unit, video evidence of their use is required. When a claim involves a replacement part, the part and replacement instructions are supplied at no cost.
Returns: a machine may be returned within 30 days of receipt for any reason for a full refund, less a 15% restocking fee; return shipping is the purchaser's responsibility and the refund may be reduced by any non-cosmetic damage.
Not covered: normal wear and tear; cosmetic damage such as minor scratches, surface deformation, discoloration or natural fading; misuse, abuse, accident or negligence including prolonged exposure to inclement weather; fire, flood or other acts of God; unauthorized modification or aftermarket components; and any failure arising after the warranty period. As an authorized Sports Attack dealer, JoySportStore files warranty claims directly with the manufacturer on your behalf.