When you walk into a professional or collegiate baseball stadium, the first thing that catches your eye is often the “Batter’s Eye”—that pristine, dark solid wall in centerfield.
It is the visual anchor of the stadium. Yet, at many high school and municipal fields, this crucial feature is often treated as an afterthought—sometimes just a faded layer of thin mesh zip-tied to a chain link fence.
If you are looking for a high-impact way to upgrade your facility this season, investing in a professional-grade Batter’s Eye is one of the smartest moves you can make. Here is why it matters for both safety and aesthetics.
From “Sandlot” to “Stadium”
Aesthetics matter. They affect school pride, recruiting, and the overall fan experience.
Standard construction-grade mesh often looks wrinkled and semi-transparent, making a field look worn down even if the turf is new. A custom-fitted Permascreen 80 batter’s eye transforms the outfield. It provides a sharp, uniform look that hides the distractions behind the fence.
It signals to visiting teams and spectators that your facility is maintained to a higher standard. It turns a “fence” into a “wall.”
3. Why Material Choice is the Real Upgrade
When planning a renovation, durability is key. You don’t want to replace your windscreens every two seasons.
- The “Standard” Problem: Generic open mesh allows too much light to pass through (bleeding out the background) and often tears after a few seasons of high wind.
- The “Pro” Solution: We recommend Permascreen for most facility upgrades. It is our most durable vinyl-coated polyester. It resists fading from UV rays and withstands the Midwest wind, meaning your investment keeps that “opening day” look for years.
4. The Finishing Touches
If you are upgrading the screen, don’t ignore the hardware. A truly finished stadium look covers the sharp edges.
- Poly-Cap: Adding yellow or black Poly-Cap to the top of the fence protects outfielders during home-run robberies and adds a clean “boundary line” to the outfield wall.
- Rail Padding: For dugouts and backstops, matching your padding color to your new centerfield screen creates a cohesive, branded look for the whole park.
Upgrade your outfield this off-season. Contact Midwest Cover today for a quote on a custom-fabricated Permascreen Batter’s Eye tailored to your field’s specific dimensions.
