Sports Attack Throwing Wheel – Hack Attack Softball

The Hack Attack Softball throwing wheel is a genuine Sports Attack replacement part built for the three-wheel design used in the Hack Attack Softball pitching machine. Each machine uses three of these wheels working together to grip the ball in three locations rather than the two-point or one-point contact found in other machine designs, which is the source of the Hack Attack's accuracy and consistent pitch delivery.

These are solid, non-air-filled wheels made for repeated contact with leather, polyurethane, whiffle and foam softballs. Sports Attack notes it has never had to replace a wheel due to wear, weather exposure or melting in summer heat (a manufacturer statement, not a warranty term).

Because the wheels never touch the ground - the machine moves on separate heavy-duty transport wheels - the throwing wheels stay free of dirt and gravel contamination that can otherwise affect pitch accuracy and cause premature wear. This is a key reason Sports Attack recommends against machines that are rolled around on their throwing wheels.

This part is intended strictly for use with regulation 12-inch softballs and approved practice ball types; synthetic leather balls should never be used as they wear the wheel quickly and leave residue buildup that can affect pitch consistency. Coaches replacing a worn or damaged wheel, or performing routine maintenance on an existing Hack Attack Softball machine, can order this single wheel directly rather than purchasing a full set of three.

As a wear component of the Hack Attack Softball machine, throwing wheels are covered by Sports Attack's material and workmanship warranty for two (2) years for residential and institutional buyers or one (1) year for commercial use from the date of original purchase; normal wear and tear is not covered.

2-year (residential/institutional) or 1-year (commercial) Sports Attack warranty on wear components incl. throwing wheels; normal wear and tear excluded

Which types of balls can I use with this throwing wheel?

It's designed for 12-inch regulation full-grain leather, pitching machine leather, polyurethane, whiffle, or foam softballs. Synthetic leather balls should be avoided as they wear the wheel quickly and can leave residue buildup.

How durable is this throwing wheel compared to other machines' wheels?

Sports Attack reports it has never had to replace a throwing wheel due to wear, weather exposure, or melting in direct heat, reflecting the solid, non-air-filled construction used across the Hack Attack line.

Does changing pitch speed or type require adjusting the throwing wheel itself?

No, pitch speed and type changes are made by adjusting the relative speed dials of the three wheels rather than physically repositioning or tilting them, so no manual wheel adjustment is needed to switch pitches.

Is JoySportStore an authorized Sports Attack dealer?

Yes. JoySportStore is an authorized Sports Attack dealer, so every machine ships brand-new with the full Sports Attack manufacturer warranty and factory-backed parts and service support.