{"title":"Champion Sports Home Plates and Pitching Rubbers","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.joes-product-description{font-family:Helvetica Neue,Arial,sans-serif;color:#333;line-height:1.6;font-size:14px;}.joes-product-description h2{color:#0056b3;font-size:20px;margin:24px 0 12px;}.joes-product-description h3{color:#0056b3;font-size:16px;margin:16px 0 8px;}.joes-product-description p{margin:12px 0;}.joes-product-description ul{margin:10px 0 16px 20px;}.joes-product-description li{margin:6px 0;}.joes-product-description .divider{border-top:1px solid #d9d9d9;margin:24px 0;}.joes-product-description a{color:#0056b3;text-decoration:none;}.joes-product-description a:hover{text-decoration:underline;}.joes-product-description table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:14px 0 18px;}.joes-product-description th,.joes-product-description td{border:1px solid #d9d9d9;padding:10px;text-align:left;vertical-align:top;}.joes-product-description th{background:#f3f7fb;color:#0056b3;font-weight:bold;}.joes-product-description .qa strong{color:#0056b3;}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"joes-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWholesale Home Plates and Pitching Rubbers Equipment for Schools, Leagues, and Rec Programs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Home Plates and Pitching Rubbers selection from Champion Sports is assembled for institutional buyers, not casual shoppers. It serves school fields, youth leagues, travel programs, and rec departments. Everything here is Champion Sports equipment — a distinct athletic-equipment brand, separate from Champion apparel and Champro Sports — so a buyer browsing \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eChampion Sports equipment\u003c\/a\u003e stays inside one consistent catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aim of this page is practical: help a program buyer choose the right home plates and pitching rubbers gear, understand how the pieces fit a real athletic or PE setting, and order with confidence. Use the comparison tables and the linked categories to move quickly from a general need to a specific, season-ready order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOutfitting Home Plates and Pitching Rubbers Programs That Run All Season\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchasing decisions here sit with athletic directors, coaches, PE teachers, league organizers, and parks-and-recreation departments, whose job is to keep a program equipped and running, which is why proven, repeatable gear wins over the unfamiliar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a working program, home plates and pitching rubbers gear is shared across many teams, classes, or events, so the equipment that lasts is the equipment that gets reordered. That is the lens this collection is built around: dependable, age-appropriate pieces that a coordinator can standardize on and restock without surprises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Collection Covers and How to Choose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection gathers the Champion Sports home plates and pitching rubbers equipment a program is most likely to need. When you are choosing, start from the level you serve and the setting the gear will live in, then match the piece to the age and skill of the players before you standardize an order across teams or classes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepresentative pieces in this category include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePRO BURY ALL HOME PLATE WITH PINE BOTTOM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePRO INGROUND HOME PLATE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUNIVERSAL HOME PLATE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eANCHOR STYLE PITCHERS PLATE OFFICIAL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-SPIKE PITCHERS PLATE OFFICIAL, 24 X 6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are building a full program rather than replacing one item, the linked categories below let you assemble a coordinated set in one pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHome Plates and Pitching Rubbers Selection Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you are outfitting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLook for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy it matters\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElementary \/ intro PE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighter, age-graded home plates and pitching rubbers gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeeps equipment safe and usable for younger players\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiddle \/ high school teams\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard-level competition gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatches the pace and rules of school play\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeagues and rec programs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurable, high-rotation pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurvives shared use across many participants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamps and after-school\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSimple, ready-to-use sets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast to deploy with mixed-age groups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys Home Plates and Pitching Rubbers Gear and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis category is bought by athletic directors, coaches, PE teachers, league organizers, and parks-and-recreation departments, who care less about novelty and more about durability, consistency, and equipment that is ready to use out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever the setting, the decision usually comes down to one thing: equipment that is ready to use, safe for the level, and easy to reorder. That is why program buyers tend to standardize on a single line like Champion Sports rather than mixing sources, and why the home plates and pitching rubbers gear here is organized around real program needs instead of one-off features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrdering and Season Planning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause equipment rooms serve many teams and classes at once, buyers favor gear they can order in a single coordinated set and restock predictably. A consistent line removes guesswork when a coach or teacher needs a replacement fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single coordinated order also makes the equipment room easier to manage. When every team or class pulls from the same home plates and pitching rubbers line, tracking what needs replacing and when becomes a routine task rather than a scramble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSetting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWho orders\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchool gym or field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaily PE and team practice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAthletic directors, PE teachers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYouth or rec league\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractices and game play\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeague organizers, coaches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParks and recreation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrograms and open play\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRec department staff\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamp or after-school\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMixed-age activities\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamp directors, program leads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStandardizing Home Plates and Pitching Rubbers Across Your Program\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA consistent home plates and pitching rubbers setup across a whole program means fewer surprises. New participants get the same equipment as everyone else, replacements drop in cleanly, and the program presents a uniform, organized look that reflects well on the department running it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is the practical case for treating home plates and pitching rubbers as a program-level decision rather than a series of one-off buys: it lowers the day-to-day friction for the staff who run practices and classes, and it makes the next order a quick repeat instead of a fresh search.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDurability, Safety, and Age-Grade Fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstitutional equipment lives a hard life: daily handling, outdoor exposure, and rotation through dozens of users a week. The pieces here are selected for that environment, with an eye toward gear that age-grades appropriately for the level it serves and meets the safety expectations of school and league play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a home plates and pitching rubbers program, that means choosing the level-appropriate option the first time and reordering to the same spec, so the gear stays both safe and consistent across the program. It also means a piece that wears out can be replaced like-for-like, without re-evaluating fit or safety from scratch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage, Transport, and the Equipment Room\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow gear is stored and moved matters as much as the gear itself in a busy program. Pairing home plates and pitching rubbers equipment with the right storage and transport keeps a set organized, protected, and quick to deploy when a class or practice starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are equipping a home plates and pitching rubbers program from scratch, it is worth planning storage and transport in the same order, so the gear arrives ready to organize and deploy rather than piling up in a corner of the gym.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMatching Home Plates and Pitching Rubbers Gear to Your Level\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProgram level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePriority\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNote\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYouth \/ beginner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafety and ease of use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFavor age-graded, forgiving gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchool \/ competitive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulation fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatch the level of play\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh-rotation rec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt for shared, repeated use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is the Home Plates and Pitching Rubbers equipment for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is built for athletic directors, coaches, PE teachers, league organizers, and parks-and-recreation departments. The line suits school fields, youth leagues, travel programs, and rec departments, where gear has to stand up to repeated institutional use rather than the lighter demands of a single household, and where one coordinator is usually equipping many participants at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Champion Sports home plates and pitching rubbers gear suitable for schools and leagues?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Champion Sports is an institutional equipment brand, so the home plates and pitching rubbers line is intended for school programs, leagues, and rec departments rather than casual one-off use. That focus is why the gear is built around durability and age-appropriate sizing instead of consumer features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I choose the right home plates and pitching rubbers equipment for my program?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart from the level you serve and the setting it will be used in, then match the gear to the age and skill of the players. Once you have the right level, standardize so every team or class in your program is working from the same equipment, which makes coaching and reordering far simpler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I order home plates and pitching rubbers gear for a whole program at once?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This category is assembled so a coordinator can outfit a full program from one consistent line and reorder the same spec when a season turns over. Ordering as a coordinated set also keeps the equipment room organized and the season order easy to plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill reorders match what I already have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the line is consistent, a restock drops in alongside earlier gear without a noticeable difference, which keeps a multi-team program uniform. That consistency is the main reason programs standardize on one line instead of mixing sources season to season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this gear appropriate for youth and elementary levels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampion Sports offers age-graded options across the range, so choose the size and level that matches your players and the equipment will be both safe and usable for the age you serve. Matching the level the first time also avoids gear that is too advanced to use safely or too basic to hold interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow durable is Champion Sports home plates and pitching rubbers equipment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is selected for institutional use, meaning daily handling, outdoor exposure, and rotation through many users. The emphasis is on gear that holds up across a full season rather than consumer-grade pieces that wear out under shared use, which is what protects the program's investment over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Joe's USA carry the full Home Plates and Pitching Rubbers range?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoe's USA stocks the Champion Sports home plates and pitching rubbers line for program buyers, so browse the collection to see the current selection. The related categories linked below map the rest of the Champion Sports range if you are equipping more than one sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampion Sports equipment is widely used across school and rec settings, so coaches and teachers moving between programs tend to already know the line, which shortens the learning curve when a department standardizes on it for home plates and pitching rubbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrdering home plates and pitching rubbers through Joe's USA keeps it on the same account and catalog as the rest of a program's equipment, so a single coordinator can manage the whole equipment room without splitting orders across unrelated sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor coordinators managing more than one sport, keeping home plates and pitching rubbers on the same Champion Sports line as the rest of the equipment room simplifies every step from the first order to the mid-season replacement, and keeps the whole program inside one consistent catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Champion Sports Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrowse Collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eChampion Sports equipment\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBaseball and Softball\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBases and Home Plates for Youth Fields\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-batting-tees-for-practice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eBatting Tees for Practice\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-catchers-gear-for-youth-baseball\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eCatchers Gear for Youth Baseball\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-umpire-gear-for-officials\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUmpire Gear for Officials\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-pitching-screens-for-coaches\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePitching Screens for Coaches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShop Champion Sports Home Plates and Pitching Rubbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-bury-all-home-plate-with-pine-bottom-bh88-nan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePRO BURY ALL HOME PLATE WITH PINE BOTTOM\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-inground-home-plate-bh85-nan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePRO INGROUND HOME PLATE\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/universal-home-plate-bh89-nan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eUNIVERSAL HOME PLATE\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchor-style-pitchers-plate-bh83-bh73-41452\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eANCHOR STYLE PITCHERS PLATE OFFICIAL\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/3-spike-pitchers-plate-70-80-42041\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e3-SPIKE PITCHERS PLATE OFFICIAL, 24 X 6\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/2-spike-pitchers-plate-rp71-rp81-42543\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e2-SPIKE PITCHERS PLATE OFFICIAL\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Who is the Home Plates and Pitching Rubbers equipment for?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It is built for athletic directors, coaches, PE teachers, league organizers, and parks-and-recreation departments. 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The related categories linked below map the rest of the Champion Sports range if you are equipping more than one sport.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"anchor-style-pitchers-plate-bh83-bh73-41452","title":"Champion Sports BH83 Anchor Style Pitcher's Plate Official","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.joes-product-description{font-family:Helvetica Neue,Arial,sans-serif;color:#333;line-height:1.6;font-size:14px;}.joes-product-description h2{color:#0056b3;font-size:20px;margin:22px 0 12px;}.joes-product-description h3{color:#0056b3;font-size:16px;margin:0 0 10px 0;}.joes-product-description p{margin:12px 0;}.joes-product-description ul{margin:10px 0 16px 20px;}.joes-product-description li{margin:6px 0;}.joes-product-description table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:14px 0;}.joes-product-description th,.joes-product-description td{border:1px solid #d9d9d9;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;}.joes-product-description th{background:#f3f7fb;color:#0056b3;}.joes-product-description .divider{border-top:1px solid #d9d9d9;margin:22px 0;}.joes-product-description a{color:#0056b3;text-decoration:none;}.joes-product-description a:hover{text-decoration:underline;}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"joes-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChampion Sports BH83 Anchor Style Pitchers Plate for the Mound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Champion Sports BH83 is an anchor-style pitchers plate in molded rubber, with a removable in-ground metal anchor system that locks the plate into the mound. At 24in by 6in it is the official size, a more secure, permanent hold than a spiked plate like the 80 on a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metal anchor locks the plate firmly yet allows removal for maintenance, suiting a permanent game mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champion Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e BH83\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anchor Style Pitchers Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable in-ground metal anchor system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24in L x 6in W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent anchored mounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion Sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH83\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchor Style Pitchers Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24in x 6in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInstall\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable for maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent anchored mounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePitchers mound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e A anchor style pitchers plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent anchored mounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable in-ground metal anchor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty rubber for outdoor mounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn one line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The anchor style pitchers plate for a game mound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeavy-Duty Mound Rubber\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BH83 locks to a removable in-ground metal anchor system rather than relying on spikes, giving a firmer, more permanent hold. The molded rubber is durable in outdoor weather. It is the anchored counterpart to the spiked {a(\"80\",\"80 plate\")}, for fields that want a fixed mound rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAnchoring and Removing the BH83\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the in-ground anchor at the mound, lock the plate to it, and confirm it sits flush; lift it from the anchor for maintenance. Pair it with the anchored {a(\"M501\",\"M501 set\")} and a {a(\"96\",\"home plate\")}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits by Field Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOfficial game mound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulation mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh school \/ league\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractice mound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable for frequent use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYouth mound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse youth size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmaller mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor bullpen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeeds a soft surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome plate match\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipping the Mound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a groundskeeper, the BH83 completes a game mound and pairs with the rest of the diamond. Compare mound rubbers across the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003ebases and home plates\u003c\/a\u003e range and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuyer and Field Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeat the BH83, confirm it is flush and level, and pull it before dragging the mound. Pair it with the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003ehome plate\u003c\/a\u003e so the diamond reorders together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys This Rubber and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthletic directors, groundskeepers, and leagues buy the BH83 as a mound rubber for game and practice play. Heavy-duty rubber survives push-offs and weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA field that needs a permanent anchored mounds is the clearest case, since the BH83 anchors firmly yet pulls for mound maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing This Style vs Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReach for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH83\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchor Style Pitchers Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn official three-spike plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber, three spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA two-spike plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRP81\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo metal spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA step-down rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH82\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduces mound damage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA full base set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelded-stanchion anchored set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the BH83 for a permanent anchored mounds. For a three-spike official plate use the 80 plate, for the rest of the diamond build on the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e and match a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 home plate\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternatives and Companion Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: the 80 pitchers plate, the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e and welded \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e sets, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 home plate\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 plate\u003c\/a\u003e, and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e93 waffle base\u003c\/a\u003e for practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the BH83 Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value is a locked, permanent mound rubber: molded rubber on a removable in-ground metal anchor system that holds more securely than spikes yet lifts for maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost Reordered Champion Sports Bases and Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e80 | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e93\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePull the rubber before dragging the mound and store it flat off-season. Heavy-duty rubber resists UV and weather; rinsing the spikes or anchor keeps it seating cleanly each game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is the BH83?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOfficial size, 24in long by 6in wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it anchor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA removable in-ground metal anchor system locks the plate in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMolded rubber, durable in outdoor weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be removed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the anchor system lets you remove the plate for maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs there a youth size?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the BH73 is the 18in by 4in youth size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it official size?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, 24in by 6in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy an anchor system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe in-ground anchor locks the plate more securely than spikes for a permanent mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for baseball or softball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an official baseball pitching plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it withstand weather?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the molded rubber is durable in outdoor conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if I need a replacement anchor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA replacement anchor set is available for the BH83.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What size is the BH83?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Official size, 24in long by 6in wide.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How does it anchor?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": 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Sports","offers":[{"title":"OFFICIAL","offer_id":48843396120827,"sku":"BH83","price":102.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"YOUTH","offer_id":48843396153595,"sku":"BH73","price":92.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1181\/3883\/files\/163189_source_1722095077.jpg?v=1778230523"},{"product_id":"3-spike-pitchers-plate-70-80-42041","title":"Champion Sports 80 3-SPIKE Pitcher's Plate Official, 24\" X 6\"","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.joes-product-description{font-family:Helvetica Neue,Arial,sans-serif;color:#333;line-height:1.6;font-size:14px;}.joes-product-description h2{color:#0056b3;font-size:20px;margin:22px 0 12px;}.joes-product-description h3{color:#0056b3;font-size:16px;margin:0 0 10px 0;}.joes-product-description p{margin:12px 0;}.joes-product-description ul{margin:10px 0 16px 20px;}.joes-product-description li{margin:6px 0;}.joes-product-description table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:14px 0;}.joes-product-description th,.joes-product-description td{border:1px solid #d9d9d9;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;}.joes-product-description th{background:#f3f7fb;color:#0056b3;}.joes-product-description .divider{border-top:1px solid #d9d9d9;margin:22px 0;}.joes-product-description a{color:#0056b3;text-decoration:none;}.joes-product-description a:hover{text-decoration:underline;}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"joes-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChampion Sports 80 Official Pitchers Plate for Game Mounds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Champion Sports 80 is an official-size pitchers plate in heavy-duty rubber, anchored to the mound by three metal spikes. At 24in by 6in it is the regulation rubber for a game mound, and it removes after play for field maintenance. It rounds out an infield built on an anchored set like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e in a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three-spike design drives into the mound for a firm hold and pulls back out, so the same plate serves game day and lifts for dragging the mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champion Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pitchers plate, official size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three metal spikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24in L x 6in W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeather:\u003c\/strong\u003e Withstands outdoor conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anchors to the mound; removable for maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Official game mounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion Sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePitchers plate, official\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpikes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24in x 6in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInstall\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulation game mounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e An official 24in rubber pitchers plate with three metal spikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regulation game mounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three spikes drive into the mound; pulls out for maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty rubber that holds and removes cleanly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn one line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The regulation three-spike rubber for a game mound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeavy-Duty Rubber, Three-Spike Hold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 80 is molded from heavy-duty rubber that withstands sun, rain, and cleat traffic, with three metal spikes underneath that drive into the mound for a firm anchor. Three spikes spread the hold across the plate so it does not rock under a pitcher push-off. It is the official 24in size; smaller youth plates serve younger mounds, while this is the full-size regulation rubber that pairs with field hardware like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/base-spike-m110-nan\"\u003ebase spike\u003c\/a\u003e line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAnchoring and Removing the 80\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition the plate on the mound, drive the three spikes flush, and it is set for play. To drag or rebuild the mound, pull the plate and reseat it after. Because it removes cleanly, it protects the rubber from off-season weather. Pair it with an anchored infield such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250 set\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003ematching home plate\u003c\/a\u003e to complete the diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits by Field Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOfficial game mound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulation 24in, three-spike hold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh school \/ league\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber for game traffic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractice mound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable for frequent use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYouth mound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse youth size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmaller 18in plates fit younger fields\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor bullpen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpikes need a soft surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchor-style hold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse anchor plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn-ground anchor systems for a fixed plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipping the Mound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an athletic director or groundskeeper, the 80 is the regulation rubber that finishes a game mound. It is removable, so it pairs with regular mound maintenance rather than fighting it. Match it to the rest of the diamond through the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003ebases and home plates\u003c\/a\u003e range and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuyer and Field Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeat the plate, drive the three spikes, and confirm it sits flush and level. After the season or before a mound rebuild, pull it and store it flat. Keep the diamond stocked with matching bases such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003ehome plate\u003c\/a\u003e so the whole field reorders together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys This Plate and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthletic directors, groundskeepers, and leagues buy the 80 as the regulation pitchers rubber for a game mound. Heavy-duty rubber and three spikes give a firm, level hold that survives repeated push-offs and outdoor weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA field running game play that needs a removable, official-size rubber is the clearest case, since the 80 anchors firmly yet pulls for mound dragging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing This Style vs Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReach for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn official game rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber, three spikes, 24in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA youth-size rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYouth plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmaller 18in mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA fixed in-ground rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchor plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal anchor system locks it in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA matching home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA full base set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelded-stanchion anchored set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA practice base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e93\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle waffle-bottom base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the 80 as the regulation, removable rubber for a game mound. For a permanently fixed plate, step to an anchor-style in-ground rubber; for the rest of the diamond, build on the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e and match a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 home plate\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternatives and Companion Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e and welded \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e base sets, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 home plate\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 E-Z Slide plate\u003c\/a\u003e, and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e93 waffle base\u003c\/a\u003e for practice. Build the mound and infield together from this line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the 80 Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value is a regulation hold that comes back out: heavy-duty official-size rubber with three spikes that anchor a game mound firmly yet pull cleanly for mound maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost Reordered Champion Sports Bases and Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e93\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePull the plate before dragging or rebuilding the mound and store it flat off-season. Heavy-duty rubber resists UV and weather; rinsing dirt off the spikes keeps them driving cleanly into the mound each game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is the 80?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOfficial size, 24in long by 6in wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it anchor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree metal spikes drive into the mound for a firm hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy-duty rubber built for outdoor weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be removed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, pull it for mound dragging or maintenance and reseat it after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it official size?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, 24in by 6in is the regulation pitchers-plate size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs there a youth version?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmaller 18in plates serve youth mounds; the 80 is the full-size rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for baseball or softball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the regulation baseball pitchers plate; softball pitches from its own distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many spikes does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree metal spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it work on a practice mound?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, and its removability makes it easy to reset for frequent practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep it level?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrive all three spikes flush and check the plate sits even before play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What size is the 80?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Official size, 24in long by 6in wide.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How does it anchor?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Three metal spikes drive into the mound for a firm hold.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is it made of?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Heavy-duty rubber built for outdoor weather.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can it be removed?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, pull it for mound dragging or maintenance and reseat it after.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it official size?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, 24in by 6in is the regulation pitchers-plate size.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is there a youth version?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Smaller 18in plates serve youth mounds; the 80 is the full-size rubber.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it for baseball or softball?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It is the regulation baseball pitchers plate; softball pitches from its own distance.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How many spikes does it have?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Three metal spikes.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does it work on a practice mound?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, and its removability makes it easy to reset for frequent practice.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How do I keep it level?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Drive all three spikes flush and check the plate sits even before play.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShop More Champion Sports Bases and Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e93\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrowse Collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003eChampion Sports Baseball and Softball\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003eBases and Home Plates for Youth Fields\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Champion Sports","offers":[{"title":"OFFICIAL, 24\" X 6\"","offer_id":48843425939707,"sku":"80","price":28.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"YOUTH, 18\" X 4\"","offer_id":48843425972475,"sku":"70","price":18.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1181\/3883\/files\/163177_source_1722015095_899186ce-b8c6-4e36-b30c-0071523b36b3.jpg?v=1778230779"},{"product_id":"save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan","title":"Champion Sports 85 Save-A-Leg Home Plate","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.joes-product-description{font-family:Helvetica Neue,Arial,sans-serif;color:#333;line-height:1.6;font-size:14px;}.joes-product-description h2{color:#0056b3;font-size:20px;margin:22px 0 12px;}.joes-product-description h3{color:#0056b3;font-size:16px;margin:0 0 10px 0;}.joes-product-description p{margin:12px 0;}.joes-product-description ul{margin:10px 0 16px 20px;}.joes-product-description li{margin:6px 0;}.joes-product-description table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:14px 0;}.joes-product-description th,.joes-product-description td{border:1px solid #d9d9d9;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;}.joes-product-description th{background:#f3f7fb;color:#0056b3;}.joes-product-description .divider{border-top:1px solid #d9d9d9;margin:22px 0;}.joes-product-description a{color:#0056b3;text-decoration:none;}.joes-product-description a:hover{text-decoration:underline;}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"joes-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChampion Sports 85 Save-A-Leg Home Plate for Secure Field Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003eChampion Sports 85 Save-A-Leg Home Plate\u003c\/a\u003e is a molded-rubber plate that anchors with five metal spikes for an exceptionally secure, level set. More spikes mean a plate that stays put and flush through a season of slides and play, which is exactly what a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e field manager wants from a fixed home plate. Built durable for the outdoors, it is a dependable choice for game and practice fields alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sits beside the slide-focused \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003eE-Z Slide 95\u003c\/a\u003e and the spikeless \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003ewaffle-bottom 96\u003c\/a\u003e as the most securely anchored of the molded-rubber plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champion Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes five metal spikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHold:\u003c\/strong\u003e Secure, level set that resists shifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15in L x 16in W x 1in H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Game and practice fields\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fields needing a firmly anchored plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion Sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMolded rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAnchoring\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFive metal spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15in x 16in x 1in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHold\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSecure and level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirmly anchored setups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e A molded-rubber home plate anchored by five metal spikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Game and practice fields needing a firm, level plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Five spikes for an extra-secure hold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e More spikes than a standard plate for a no-shift set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn one line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The securely spiked home plate that stays level all season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAnchored to Stay Level\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA home plate that shifts or lifts is both a safety and a play problem. The 85 addresses it with five metal spikes, more than a typical plate, driven through the molded-rubber body to lock it level with the ground. That extra anchoring is the difference on loose or heavily-used infields where a two- or three-spike plate can work loose. For a plate that emphasizes slide-edge safety, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003eE-Z Slide 95\u003c\/a\u003e is the companion; for a no-spike option, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003ewaffle-bottom 96\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstalling and Using on the Field\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet the plate at the point of the diamond and drive all five spikes flush so the plate sits level. The result is a home plate that holds through games, practices, and weather without re-seating. Complete the diamond with a base set, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003erubber set\u003c\/a\u003e for practice or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hollywood-pro-anchor-base-set-m500-nan\"\u003epro anchored set\u003c\/a\u003e for a game field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits by Field Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGame field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFive-spike secure hold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavily-used infield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResists working loose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractice field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirm hold; or use the 96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYouth slide safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeveled slide-safe edges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent pro field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse anchored plates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePro in-ground options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor \/ portable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 98\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat throw-down\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipping a Field\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a field manager, the 85 is the plate to choose when a secure, level set matters most, busy fields, loose infields, or anywhere a plate tends to work loose. Standardize it across game fields and keep a spare. Compare spiked, spikeless, and slide-safe plates in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003ebases and home plates\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuyer and Field Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition the plate, drive all five spikes level, and confirm it sits flush. Re-check the spikes periodically on heavily-used infields. Keep a spare plate for quick swaps and pair with a base set for a complete diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys This Plate and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eField managers, schools, and leagues buy the 85 for the most secure home-plate hold, especially on loose or high-traffic infields. The reason is reliability, five spikes keep the plate level and fixed where fewer spikes can loosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA heavily-used school field is the clearest case, the five-spike plate stays put through back-to-back games.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing This Plate vs Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReach for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe most secure spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFive metal spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlide-safe beveled edges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE-Z Slide design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA spikeless plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle bottom, no spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA complete base set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e936SET\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBases plus a plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable \/ indoor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e98\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat throw-down\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchored game bases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM250 \/ M500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the 85 when a firmly anchored, level home plate matters most. For slide-edge safety use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e, for a spikeless option the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e, and pair any with a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003ebase set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternatives and Companion Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 E-Z Slide plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 waffle-bottom plate\u003c\/a\u003e, and base sets like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003e936SET\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hollywood-pro-anchor-base-set-m500-nan\"\u003eM500\u003c\/a\u003e. For slide-safe, spikeless, or full-set needs, quote these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the 85 Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value is a no-shift hold: five metal spikes through a molded-rubber body for a plate that stays level on the busiest, loosest infields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost Reordered Champion Sports Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003e936SET\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hollywood-pro-anchor-base-set-m500-nan\"\u003eM500\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/throw-down-base-set-98-nan\"\u003e98\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRe-check the five spikes periodically on heavily-used infields, rinse off dirt, and re-seat if the ground shifts. Molded rubber resists spikes, slides, and weather across seasons. When driving the spikes, set them fully so the plate sits dead level, and re-check after heavy rain softens an infield, which is when any plate is most likely to work loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the 85 anchored?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith five metal spikes driven through the plate to lock it level with the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy five spikes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore spikes hold the plate firmly on loose or high-traffic infields where fewer can work loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMolded rubber, durable for outdoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15in long by 16in wide by 1in high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from the 95?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 85 emphasizes a secure five-spike hold; the 95 (E-Z Slide) emphasizes beveled slide-safe edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for baseball or softball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth, on game and practice fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it sit flush?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, driven level it sits flush with no lip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it on a practice field?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, or use the spikeless 96 where anchoring is not needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I replace just the plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is sold as a single home plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat pairs with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny base set, such as the rubber 936SET or the pro anchored M500.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is the 85 anchored?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"With five metal spikes driven through the plate to lock it level with the ground.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Why five spikes?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"More spikes hold the plate firmly on loose or high-traffic infields where fewer can work loose.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is it made of?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Molded rubber, durable for outdoor use.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What size is it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"15in long by 16in wide by 1in high.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is it different from the 95?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The 85 emphasizes a secure five-spike hold; the 95 (E-Z Slide) emphasizes beveled slide-safe edges.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it for baseball or softball?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Both, on game and practice fields.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does it sit flush?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, driven level it sits flush with no lip.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can I use it on a practice field?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, or use the spikeless 96 where anchoring is not needed.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can I replace just the plate?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, it is sold as a single home plate.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What pairs with it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Any base set, such as the rubber 936SET or the pro anchored M500.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShop More Champion Sports Plates and Bases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003e936SET\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hollywood-pro-anchor-base-set-m500-nan\"\u003eM500\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrowse Collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003eChampion Sports Baseball and Softball\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003eBases and Home Plates for Youth Fields\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Champion Sports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48843426463995,"sku":"85","price":40.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1181\/3883\/files\/85-main-XL__09059.1722011428.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778230783"},{"product_id":"e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan","title":"Champion Sports 95 E-Z Slide Home Plate","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.joes-product-description{font-family:Helvetica Neue,Arial,sans-serif;color:#333;line-height:1.6;font-size:14px;}.joes-product-description h2{color:#0056b3;font-size:20px;margin:22px 0 12px;}.joes-product-description h3{color:#0056b3;font-size:16px;margin:0 0 10px 0;}.joes-product-description p{margin:12px 0;}.joes-product-description ul{margin:10px 0 16px 20px;}.joes-product-description li{margin:6px 0;}.joes-product-description table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:14px 0;}.joes-product-description th,.joes-product-description td{border:1px solid #d9d9d9;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;}.joes-product-description th{background:#f3f7fb;color:#0056b3;}.joes-product-description .divider{border-top:1px solid #d9d9d9;margin:22px 0;}.joes-product-description a{color:#0056b3;text-decoration:none;}.joes-product-description a:hover{text-decoration:underline;}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"joes-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChampion Sports 95 E-Z Slide Home Plate for Safe Sliding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003eChampion Sports 95 E-Z Slide Home Plate\u003c\/a\u003e is a molded-rubber plate designed around slide safety. Its beveled edges will not catch a runner s foot, and its flat top makes sliding into home smooth and safe, the kind of detail that prevents the trip-and-twist injuries a raised or sharp-edged plate can cause. Three metal spikes secure it to the ground, so it stays put through a season of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt durable for the outdoors, it is a strong choice for youth and rec fields where slide safety is a priority, and it sits alongside the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003eSave-A-Leg\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003ewaffle-bottom\u003c\/a\u003e plates as a safety-first option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champion Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber, durable outdoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beveled so they will not catch runners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat for smooth, safe slides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three metal spikes to secure to the ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16in L x 17in W x 1in H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Youth and rec fields prioritizing slide safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion Sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMolded rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEdges\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeveled, anti-catch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAnchoring\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree metal spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16in x 17in x 1in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafe sliding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e A molded-rubber home plate with beveled edges and a flat slide-safe top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Youth and rec fields where slide safety matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three metal spikes hold it in the ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beveled edges and flat top reduce slide injuries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn one line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The home plate built so sliding into home stays safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned Around the Slide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost home-plate injuries come from an edge that catches a foot or a raised lip that trips a runner. The 95 is shaped to avoid both: beveled edges let a sliding foot pass over cleanly, and a flat top gives a smooth surface to slide across. The molded rubber stands up to spikes and weather, and the three metal spikes lock it level with the ground so there is no lip to catch. For a spiked plate with a different profile, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003eSave-A-Leg 85\u003c\/a\u003e is the companion; for a basic spikeless plate, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003ewaffle-bottom 96\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstalling and Using on the Field\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSetting the plate is quick: position it at the point of the diamond and drive the three spikes flush so the plate sits level. Once down, it stays through games and practices, and the flat, beveled design keeps the slide safe play after play. Pair it with a base set, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003erubber set\u003c\/a\u003e for practice or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eanchored set\u003c\/a\u003e for a game field, to complete the diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits by Field Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYouth game field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlide-safe beveled design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRec \/ school field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpiked, stays level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoftball field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat top, safe slides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractice field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOr use the spikeless 96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent pro field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse anchored plates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePro in-ground options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor \/ portable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 98\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat throw-down plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipping a Safety-First Field\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor programs that prioritize player safety, the 95 is the home-plate choice, the slide point is where contact and speed meet, so a plate built around it matters. Standardize on it across youth fields and keep a spare. Compare plate options, spiked, spikeless, and safety, in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003ebases and home plates\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuyer and Field Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition the plate, drive the three spikes level, and check that it sits flush with no lip. Re-seat it if the ground shifts over a season. Keep a spare plate so a damaged one is a quick swap, and match it to a base set for a complete diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys This Plate and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYouth leagues, schools, and rec departments buy the 95 because slide safety at home is a real concern with younger players. The reason is injury prevention, beveled edges and a flat top reduce the catch-and-trip risk of lesser plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA youth league is the clearest case, a slide-safe plate at every home is a simple, visible safety upgrade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing This Plate vs Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReach for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA slide-safe spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeveled edges, flat top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA spiked molded plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSave-A-Leg, five spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA spikeless plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle bottom, no spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA complete base set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e936SET\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBases plus a plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable \/ indoor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e98\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat throw-down\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchored game bases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM250 \/ M500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the 95 for youth and rec fields where slide safety is the priority. For a different spiked plate use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85\u003c\/a\u003e, for a spikeless option the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e, and pair any with a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003ebase set\u003c\/a\u003e for a full diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternatives and Companion Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85 Save-A-Leg plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 waffle-bottom plate\u003c\/a\u003e, and base sets like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003e936SET\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e. For spiked, spikeless, or full-set needs, quote these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the 95 Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value is slide safety: beveled edges and a flat top engineered so a runner sliding home is not caught or tripped, on a plate that spikes level and lasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost Reordered Champion Sports Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003e936SET\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/throw-down-base-set-98-nan\"\u003e98\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the spikes stay driven level through the season, rinse off dirt, and re-seat the plate if the ground shifts. Molded rubber resists spikes, slides, and weather across seasons of play. Because home is the busiest collision point on a diamond, a slide-safe plate earns its place faster than almost any other piece of field gear, which is why programs standardize on it first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes it slide-safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeveled edges will not catch a sliding foot and a flat top gives a smooth surface to slide across.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it anchored?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree metal spikes secure it level with the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMolded rubber, durable for outdoor use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16in long by 17in wide by 1in high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for baseball or softball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth, it suits youth and rec play in either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from the 85?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are spiked rubber plates; the 95 emphasizes beveled slide-safe edges, the 85 (Save-A-Leg) uses five spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used on a practice field?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, though a spikeless plate like the 96 is simpler where anchoring is not needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it sit flush?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, driven level the flat top sits flush with no lip to catch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I replace just the plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is sold as a single home plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat pairs with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny base set, such as the rubber 936SET or the anchored M250.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What makes it slide-safe?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Beveled edges will not catch a sliding foot and a flat top gives a smooth surface to slide across.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is it anchored?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Three metal spikes secure it level with the ground.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is it made of?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Molded rubber, durable for outdoor use.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What size is it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"16in long by 17in wide by 1in high.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it for baseball or softball?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Both, it suits youth and rec play in either.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is it different from the 85?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Both are spiked rubber plates; the 95 emphasizes beveled slide-safe edges, the 85 (Save-A-Leg) uses five spikes.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can it be used on a practice field?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, though a spikeless plate like the 96 is simpler where anchoring is not needed.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does it sit flush?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, driven level the flat top sits flush with no lip to catch.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can I replace just the plate?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, it is sold as a single home plate.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What pairs with it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Any base set, such as the rubber 936SET or the anchored M250.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShop More Champion Sports Plates and Bases\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003e936SET\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hollywood-pro-anchor-base-set-m500-nan\"\u003eM500\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrowse Collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003eChampion Sports Baseball and Softball\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003eBases and Home Plates for Youth Fields\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Champion Sports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48843426726139,"sku":"95","price":26.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1181\/3883\/files\/95_l__68253.1681476165.1280.1280_67d84b67-2513-4f4b-b358-a56a841252fb.jpg?v=1778230792"},{"product_id":"waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan","title":"Champion Sports 96 Waffle Bottom Home Plate","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.joes-product-description{font-family:Helvetica Neue,Arial,sans-serif;color:#333;line-height:1.6;font-size:14px;}.joes-product-description h2{color:#0056b3;font-size:20px;margin:22px 0 12px;}.joes-product-description h3{color:#0056b3;font-size:16px;margin:0 0 10px 0;}.joes-product-description p{margin:12px 0;}.joes-product-description ul{margin:10px 0 16px 20px;}.joes-product-description li{margin:6px 0;}.joes-product-description table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:14px 0;}.joes-product-description th,.joes-product-description td{border:1px solid #d9d9d9;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;}.joes-product-description th{background:#f3f7fb;color:#0056b3;}.joes-product-description .divider{border-top:1px solid #d9d9d9;margin:22px 0;}.joes-product-description a{color:#0056b3;text-decoration:none;}.joes-product-description a:hover{text-decoration:underline;}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"joes-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChampion Sports 96 Waffle Bottom Home Plate for Quick Practice Setups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003eChampion Sports 96 Waffle Bottom Home Plate\u003c\/a\u003e is the simple, spikeless plate: molded rubber with a waffle bottom that grips the ground, no anchoring required. For practice fields, PE blocks, and any setup that comes and goes, a plate you can lay down and pick up is exactly right, and it is the same \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e#96\u003c\/a\u003e plate that ships in the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003e936SET rubber set\u003c\/a\u003e. It is a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e staple for quick, no-fuss diamonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere a field needs a fixed, spiked plate, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003eSave-A-Leg 85\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003eE-Z Slide 95\u003c\/a\u003e are the choices; the 96 is built for speed and simplicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champion Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waffle bottom for ground grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e None; lays flat, no spikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16in L x 17in W x 1in H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practice, PE, portable diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick no-install setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion Sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMolded rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle, grips ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAnchoring\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone \/ spikeless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16in x 17in x 1in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractice and PE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e A spikeless molded-rubber home plate with a waffle bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Practice fields, PE, and portable diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e None; lay down and play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e No install, grips the ground, picks up fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn one line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The quick, spikeless home plate for practice and PE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSimple by Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot every diamond needs a spiked plate. For practice and PE, a plate you can drop and pick up is faster and more flexible, and the 96 delivers it: molded rubber with a waffle bottom that grips packed dirt and grass so the plate stays put without spikes. It is the same plate included in the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003e936SET\u003c\/a\u003e, so a program can match its loose plates to its sets. For a fixed field, step to the spiked \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSetting Up a Quick Diamond\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 96 goes down in seconds, no spikes, no tools, just lay it at the point of the plate and play. That makes it ideal for shared fields, PE rotations, and practices where the diamond is temporary. Pair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e#93 waffle-bottom bases\u003c\/a\u003e or the full \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003erubber set\u003c\/a\u003e for a coordinated, no-install infield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits by Field Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractice field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo-install, waffle grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePE \/ rec diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLay down and clear after class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePicks up fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYouth game field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlide-safe spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBusy \/ loose infield\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 85\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFive-spike secure hold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor \/ hard floor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 98\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat throw-down plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipping a Practice Program\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor coaches and PE teachers, the 96 is the everyday plate, simple and quick, the one you buy several of so every practice diamond has one. It matches the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003erubber set\u003c\/a\u003e exactly, so replacements are interchangeable. Compare spikeless, spiked, and slide-safe plates in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003ebases and home plates\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuyer and Field Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor temporary diamonds, lay the 96 down and play; for anything needing a fixed plate, choose a spiked option. Keep the loose plate with its matching \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003ebases\u003c\/a\u003e in a bag for grab-and-go practice, and stock a spare for high-rotation programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys This Plate and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoaches, PE teachers, and rec programs buy the 96 for quick, no-install practice diamonds. The reason is simplicity, most practice setups do not need a spiked plate, they need one that lays down fast and grips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA PE program is the clearest case, the 96 turns a field into a diamond for a class, then clears in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing This Plate vs Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReach for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA quick spikeless plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle bottom, no install\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA slide-safe spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeveled edges, flat top\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA securely spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e85\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFive metal spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA complete base set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e936SET\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBases plus this plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable \/ indoor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e98\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat throw-down\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchored game bases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM250 \/ M500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the 96 for practice, PE, and portable diamonds that need a quick, spikeless plate. For fixed fields use the spiked \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85\u003c\/a\u003e or slide-safe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e, and pair the 96 with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003erubber set\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e#93 bases\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternatives and Companion Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 E-Z Slide plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85 Save-A-Leg plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003e936SET rubber set\u003c\/a\u003e, and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e#93 bases\u003c\/a\u003e. For slide-safe, secure, or full-set needs, quote these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the 96 Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value is no-fuss speed: a spikeless waffle-bottom plate that grips the ground, lays down in seconds, and matches the rubber set for easy replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost Reordered Champion Sports Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rubber-base-set-936set-nan\"\u003e936SET\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e93\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/throw-down-base-set-98-nan\"\u003e98\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse off dirt, store flat with the matching bases, and replace from the same #96 spec if worn. Molded rubber with a waffle bottom holds up to practice use season after season. The waffle pattern also channels water rather than trapping it, so the plate drains and does not float on a wet practice field, then wipes clean for the next group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the 96 need spikes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it is spikeless; the waffle bottom grips the ground for quick, no-install setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMolded rubber with a waffle bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16in long by 17in wide by 1in high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it the same plate as in the 936SET?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the #96 plate is the home plate included in the 936SET rubber set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it good for game fields?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor games, a spiked plate like the 85 or 95 stays fixed; the 96 is for practice and portable use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it stay put?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe waffle bottom grips packed dirt and grass; for a fixed hold, choose a spiked plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for baseball or softball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth, for practice and instructional play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow fast does it set up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeconds, lay it down and play, with no tools or spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I replace just the plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is sold as a single home plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat pairs with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe #93 waffle-bottom bases or the full 936SET rubber set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does the 96 need spikes?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"No, it is spikeless; the waffle bottom grips the ground for quick, no-install setups.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is it made of?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Molded rubber with a waffle bottom.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What size is it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"16in long by 17in wide by 1in high.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it the same plate as in the 936SET?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, the #96 plate is the home plate included in the 936SET rubber set.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it good for game fields?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"For games, a spiked plate like the 85 or 95 stays fixed; 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It is the permanent home plate for a game diamond, a step up from a spiked \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003eE-Z Slide plate\u003c\/a\u003e or a portable \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003ewaffle-bottom plate\u003c\/a\u003e in a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt UV-resistant and heavy-duty, it is set into the ground for a flush, fixed home plate that holds up to seasons of game play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champion Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e BH85\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pro in-ground home plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Official size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty all-rubber construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-skid, UV resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waffle back for ground bedding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set in-ground for a flush, permanent plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent game diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion Sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH85\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePro in-ground home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOfficial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll rubber, heavy-duty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-skid, UV resistant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent diamonds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e An official-size, all-rubber in-ground home plate with a waffle back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent game diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set in-ground for a flush, fixed plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-skid, UV-resistant heavy-duty rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn one line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The permanent pro home plate for a real game field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeavy-Duty All-Rubber, Waffle Back\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BH85 is one piece of heavy-duty rubber with a non-skid top and a waffle back. The waffle pattern beds into the ground so the plate sits flush and does not work loose, and the UV-resistant rubber resists fading and cracking in the sun. It is the permanent counterpart to the removable \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 E-Z Slide plate\u003c\/a\u003e and the portable \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 waffle plate\u003c\/a\u003e, meant to stay put once installed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstalling a Permanent Home Plate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcavate the home position to depth, bed the waffle back into the ground, and set the plate flush with the surface. Once in, it stays for the season and beyond. It pairs with an anchored infield such as the welded \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e and an official mound rubber like the 80 pitchers plate for a complete game diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits by Field Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent game field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlush in-ground install\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh school \/ league\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty all-rubber for game play\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchool diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUV-resistant, low maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractice field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom plate, no install\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchor-style first base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdd M950\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreakaway double first base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipping a Permanent Diamond\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an athletic director building a game field, the BH85 is the home-plate anchor of the project: install once and the plate is set for years. It standardizes the diamond on durable rubber. Match it with anchored bases and an official mound rubber through the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003ebases and home plates\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuyer and Field Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan the home position, bed the waffle back, and set the plate flush and level. Maintenance is minimal: keep the surface clear and check the plate sits even after heavy rain. Build the rest of the field on the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 base set\u003c\/a\u003e and the 80 pitchers plate so the diamond reorders as a system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys This Plate and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthletic directors, groundskeepers, and leagues buy the BH85 to set a permanent, official home plate on a game diamond. Heavy-duty all-rubber with a non-skid top and waffle back gives a flush, durable plate that survives seasons of play and weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA school converting to a permanent diamond is the clearest case, since the in-ground BH85 pairs with anchored bases and a fixed mound rubber for a finished game field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing This Style vs Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReach for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA permanent in-ground plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH85\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOfficial all-rubber, waffle back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA removable spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE-Z Slide, three spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA portable plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom, no install\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA full anchored base set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelded stanchion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn official mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-spike pitchers plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA safety first base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM950\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreakaway double first base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the BH85 for a permanent, official home plate on a game diamond. For removable or portable home plates, use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 E-Z Slide\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 waffle plate\u003c\/a\u003e; complete the field with the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e bases and the 80 pitchers plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternatives and Companion Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: the removable \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 plate\u003c\/a\u003e and portable \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e and welded \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e base sets, the 80 pitchers plate, and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/breakaway-double-first-base-m950-nan\"\u003eM950 breakaway first base\u003c\/a\u003e for a safety-minded diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the BH85 Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value is permanence done right: official-size heavy-duty rubber with a non-skid top and a waffle back that beds flush into the ground, for a home plate that stays put through seasons of game play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost Reordered Champion Sports Bases and Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e | 80 | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the plate surface clear and check it sits flush after heavy weather, re-bedding if the ground settles. The UV-resistant rubber needs little upkeep; its in-ground design is what keeps it level and game-ready year over year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the BH85 permanent?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is set in-ground for a flush, fixed home plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy-duty all-rubber construction with a non-skid surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the waffle back for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt beds into the ground so the plate sits flush and resists working loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it official size?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is an official-size home plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it UV resistant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the rubber resists fading and cracking in the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from the 95?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 95 is a removable spiked plate; the BH85 is a permanent in-ground plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for baseball or softball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth, it serves home plate on game diamonds in either sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need spikes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it is bedded in-ground rather than spiked down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat bases pair with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnchored sets such as the M501 and an official mound rubber like the 80 complete the diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much maintenance does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLittle, keep the surface clear and re-level it if the ground settles after heavy rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is the BH85 permanent?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, it is set in-ground for a flush, fixed home plate.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is it made of?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Heavy-duty all-rubber construction with a non-skid surface.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is the waffle back for?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It beds into the ground so the plate sits flush and resists working loose.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it official size?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, it is an official-size home plate.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it UV resistant?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, the rubber resists fading and cracking in the sun.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is it different from the 95?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The 95 is a removable spiked plate; the BH85 is a permanent in-ground plate.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it for baseball or softball?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Both, it serves home plate on game diamonds in either sport.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does it need spikes?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"No, it is bedded in-ground rather than spiked down.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What bases pair with it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Anchored sets such as the M501 and an official mound rubber like the 80 complete the diamond.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How much maintenance does it need?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Little, keep the surface clear and re-level it if the ground settles after heavy rain.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShop More Champion Sports Bases and Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e | 80 | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrowse Collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003eChampion Sports Baseball and Softball\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003eBases and Home Plates for Youth Fields\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Champion Sports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48843428528379,"sku":"BH85","price":153.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1181\/3883\/files\/BH85-main-XL__41418.1722010441.1280.1280_54acd359-9281-4854-825c-d76c83cde14d.jpg?v=1778230842"},{"product_id":"pro-bury-all-home-plate-with-waffle-bottom-bh86-nan","title":"Champion Sports BH86 Pro Bury All Home Plate with Waffle Bottom","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.joes-product-description{font-family:Helvetica Neue,Arial,sans-serif;color:#333;line-height:1.6;font-size:14px;}.joes-product-description h2{color:#0056b3;font-size:20px;margin:22px 0 12px;}.joes-product-description h3{color:#0056b3;font-size:16px;margin:0 0 10px 0;}.joes-product-description p{margin:12px 0;}.joes-product-description ul{margin:10px 0 16px 20px;}.joes-product-description li{margin:6px 0;}.joes-product-description table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:14px 0;}.joes-product-description th,.joes-product-description td{border:1px solid #d9d9d9;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;}.joes-product-description th{background:#f3f7fb;color:#0056b3;}.joes-product-description .divider{border-top:1px solid #d9d9d9;margin:22px 0;}.joes-product-description a{color:#0056b3;text-decoration:none;}.joes-product-description a:hover{text-decoration:underline;}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"joes-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChampion Sports BH86 Pro Bury All Home Plate for Game Diamonds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Champion Sports BH86 is a Pro Bury All home plate in molded rubber, with a waffle bottom and a 9mm top thickness in white\/black. At 20in by 20in by 4in it is a deep-set, bury-all plate built to lock into the ground on a permanent \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e diamond, alongside anchored bases like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts depth and waffle bottom bed it firmly into the ground for a flush, permanent home plate that resists working loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champion Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e BH86\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pro Bury All Home Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waffle bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\/black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20in L x 20in W x 4in H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bury-all in-ground design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent game diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion Sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH86\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePro Bury All Home Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMolded rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20in x 20in x 4in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent game diamonds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSchema\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFAQ ready\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGame home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e A pro bury all home plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent game diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buried in-ground; waffle bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn one line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pro bury all home plate for a game diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMolded rubber Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BH86 is molded rubber with a deep 4in body and a waffle bottom that beds into the ground. The 9mm top gives a durable striking surface, and the white\/black finish keeps the plate visible. The bury-all depth is what separates it from a shallow removable plate like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 E-Z Slide\u003c\/a\u003e, locking it into a permanent diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstalling the BH86\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcavate the home position, bed the waffle bottom into the ground, and set the 4in body flush with the surface. Once buried it stays for the season and beyond. Pair it with the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e and the 80 pitchers plate for a complete diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits by Field Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent game field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurable home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeague diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchool field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractice field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchored bases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse M501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelded-stanchion set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipping a Permanent Diamond\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an athletic director, the BH86 sets the home plate on a game diamond, pairing with anchored bases and an official mound rubber. Compare home-plate options across the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003ebases and home plates\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuyer and Field Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the plate per its mounting, check it sits flush and level, and pair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 base set\u003c\/a\u003e and an official mound rubber. Re-level after heavy weather if the ground settles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys This Plate and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthletic directors, groundskeepers, and leagues buy the BH86 to set a durable home plate on a game diamond. Molded rubber construction stands up to game play and weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA school finishing a game field is the clearest case, since the BH86 pairs with anchored bases and a fixed mound rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing This Style vs Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReach for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH86\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePro Bury All Home Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA removable spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE-Z Slide, three spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA portable plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom, no install\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA full base set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelded stanchion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn official mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-spike pitchers plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA safety first base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM950\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreakaway double first base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the BH86 as the home plate for a game diamond. For removable or portable plates use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 E-Z Slide\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 waffle plate\u003c\/a\u003e; complete the field with the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e bases and the 80 pitchers plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternatives and Companion Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85 Save-A-Leg plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e and welded \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e sets, and the 80 pitchers plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the BH86 Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value is a deep bury-all hold: a 4in molded-rubber plate with a waffle bottom and a durable 9mm top that beds flush into the ground for a truly permanent home plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost Reordered Champion Sports Bases and Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e | 80\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the plate surface clear and check it sits flush after heavy weather. Molded rubber resists weather and game wear; re-level it if the ground settles to keep it game-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the BH86 installed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a bury-all plate set deep into the ground, with a waffle bottom that beds it flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMolded rubber with a waffle bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow thick is the top?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20in long by 20in wide by 4in high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat color is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite\/black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it permanent?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the deep bury-all design makes it a permanent plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from the BH88?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BH86 has a waffle bottom; the BH88 is the pine-bottom Bury All plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for baseball or softball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth, it serves home plate on game diamonds in either sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need spikes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it is bedded in-ground rather than spiked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat bases pair with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnchored sets such as the M501 and an official mound rubber like the 80.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is the BH86 installed?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It is a bury-all plate set deep into the ground, with a waffle bottom that beds it flush.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is it made of?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Molded rubber with a waffle bottom.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How thick is the top?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"9 mm.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What size is it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"20in long by 20in wide by 4in high.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What color is it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"White\/black.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it permanent?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, the deep bury-all design makes it a permanent plate.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is it different from the BH88?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The BH86 has a waffle bottom; 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At 20in by 20in by 1.125in it sets flush and locks to a ground anchor, so it stays fixed yet can be lifted for maintenance on a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e diamond running anchored bases like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metal bottom plate and ground anchor give it a solid, low-profile hold that a bury-all plate cannot offer for fields that want a liftable plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champion Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e BH87\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pro Anchor Home Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal bottom plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes ground anchor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20in L x 20in W x 1.125in H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent anchored diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion Sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH87\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePro Anchor Home Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMolded rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20in x 20in x 1.125in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent anchored diamonds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSchema\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFAQ ready\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGame home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e A pro anchor home plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent anchored diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal bottom plate; ground anchor included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn one line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pro anchor home plate for a game diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMolded rubber Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BH87 backs molded rubber with a metal bottom plate and locks to an included ground anchor. The 1.125in low profile sits flush with the field, and the anchor keeps it fixed during play while allowing removal for maintenance, much like the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003ebase sets\u003c\/a\u003e. It is the anchored, liftable alternative to a buried plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstalling the BH87\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the ground anchor at the home position, set the plate with its metal bottom onto the anchor, and confirm it sits flush. Lift it for maintenance and reseat it. Pair it with the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e and the 80 pitchers plate for a matched, liftable diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits by Field Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent game field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurable home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeague diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchool field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractice field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchored bases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse M501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelded-stanchion set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipping a Permanent Diamond\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an athletic director, the BH87 sets the home plate on a game diamond, pairing with anchored bases and an official mound rubber. Compare home-plate options across the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003ebases and home plates\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuyer and Field Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the plate per its mounting, check it sits flush and level, and pair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 base set\u003c\/a\u003e and an official mound rubber. Re-level after heavy weather if the ground settles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys This Plate and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthletic directors, groundskeepers, and leagues buy the BH87 to set a durable home plate on a game diamond. Molded rubber construction stands up to game play and weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA school finishing a game field is the clearest case, since the BH87 pairs with anchored bases and a fixed mound rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing This Style vs Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReach for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH87\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePro Anchor Home Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA removable spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE-Z Slide, three spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA portable plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom, no install\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA full base set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelded stanchion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn official mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-spike pitchers plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA safety first base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM950\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreakaway double first base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the BH87 as the home plate for a game diamond. For removable or portable plates use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 E-Z Slide\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 waffle plate\u003c\/a\u003e; complete the field with the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e bases and the 80 pitchers plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternatives and Companion Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85 Save-A-Leg plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e and welded \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e sets, and the 80 pitchers plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the BH87 Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value is an anchored, liftable home plate: molded rubber on a metal bottom plate that locks to a ground anchor for a fixed hold yet lifts out for field maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost Reordered Champion Sports Bases and Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e | 80\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the plate surface clear and check it sits flush after heavy weather. Molded rubber resists weather and game wear; re-level it if the ground settles to keep it game-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the BH87 installed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt locks to an included ground anchor with its metal bottom plate, sitting flush with the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMolded rubber with a metal bottom plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20in long by 20in wide by 1.125in high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it include an anchor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a ground anchor is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be removed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it lifts off the anchor for field maintenance, then reseats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from a bury-all plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BH87 is anchored and liftable; bury-all plates like the BH86 are buried and permanent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for baseball or softball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth, it serves home plate on game diamonds in either sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it low profile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, at 1.125in it sits flush with the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat bases pair with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnchored sets such as the M501 and an official mound rubber like the 80.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from the BH89?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BH89 is a universal plate that includes an anchor and five spikes; the BH87 anchors with its metal bottom plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is the BH87 installed?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It locks to an included ground anchor with its metal bottom plate, sitting flush with the field.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is it made of?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Molded rubber with a metal bottom plate.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What size is it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"20in long by 20in wide by 1.125in high.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does it include an anchor?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, a ground anchor is included.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can it be removed?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, it lifts off the anchor for field maintenance, then reseats.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is it different from a bury-all plate?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The BH87 is anchored and liftable; 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At 20in by 20in by 1.125in it sits flush on a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e diamond, fitting fields that use anchors or prefer spikes, alongside bases like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of anchor and spikes makes it the most adaptable home plate, working on a wide range of fields without committing to one install method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champion Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e BH89\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Universal Home Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal bottom plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes anchor and five spikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20in L x 20in W x 1.125in H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent or spiked diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion Sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH89\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUniversal Home Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMolded rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20in x 20in x 1.125in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent or spiked diamonds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSchema\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFAQ ready\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGame home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e A universal home plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent or spiked diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal bottom plate; anchor and five spikes included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn one line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The universal home plate for a game diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMolded rubber Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BH89 backs molded rubber with a metal bottom plate and includes both a ground anchor and five spikes. That lets a field choose an anchored install for a liftable plate or a spiked install for a fixed one. The 1.125in low profile sits flush either way. It is the most flexible plate next to the anchor-only \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eanchored\u003c\/a\u003e comparison and the spiked \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 E-Z Slide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstalling the BH89\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose your method: set the included anchor for a liftable plate, or drive the five spikes for a fixed one, then seat the plate flush. Pair it with the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e and the 80 pitchers plate to finish the diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits by Field Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent game field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurable home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeague diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchool field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractice field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchored bases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse M501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelded-stanchion set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipping a Permanent Diamond\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an athletic director, the BH89 sets the home plate on a game diamond, pairing with anchored bases and an official mound rubber. Compare home-plate options across the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003ebases and home plates\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuyer and Field Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the plate per its mounting, check it sits flush and level, and pair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 base set\u003c\/a\u003e and an official mound rubber. Re-level after heavy weather if the ground settles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys This Plate and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthletic directors, groundskeepers, and leagues buy the BH89 to set a durable home plate on a game diamond. Molded rubber construction stands up to game play and weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA school finishing a game field is the clearest case, since the BH89 pairs with anchored bases and a fixed mound rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing This Style vs Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReach for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH89\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUniversal Home Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA removable spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE-Z Slide, three spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA portable plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom, no install\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA full base set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelded stanchion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn official mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-spike pitchers plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA safety first base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM950\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreakaway double first base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the BH89 as the home plate for a game diamond. For removable or portable plates use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 E-Z Slide\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 waffle plate\u003c\/a\u003e; complete the field with the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e bases and the 80 pitchers plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternatives and Companion Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85 Save-A-Leg plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e and welded \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e sets, and the 80 pitchers plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the BH89 Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value is adaptability: a universal home plate that ships with both a ground anchor and five spikes, so it installs anchored or spiked on whatever field it lands on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost Reordered Champion Sports Bases and Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e | 80\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the plate surface clear and check it sits flush after heavy weather. Molded rubber resists weather and game wear; re-level it if the ground settles to keep it game-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the BH89 called universal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt includes both a ground anchor and five spikes, so it installs anchored or spiked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMolded rubber with a metal bottom plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20in long by 20in wide by 1.125in high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA metal bottom plate, a ground anchor, and five spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be removed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf installed anchored, yes; the spiked install is fixed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from the BH87?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BH87 anchors only; the BH89 adds five spikes for a fixed-install option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for baseball or softball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth, it serves home plate on game diamonds in either sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it low profile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, at 1.125in it sits flush with the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich install should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnchored if you want to lift the plate for maintenance, spiked for a permanent fixed plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat bases pair with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnchored sets such as the M501 and an official mound rubber like the 80.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Why is the BH89 called universal?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It includes both a ground anchor and five spikes, so it installs anchored or spiked.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is it made of?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Molded rubber with a metal bottom plate.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What size is it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"20in long by 20in wide by 1.125in high.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is included?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"A metal bottom plate, a ground anchor, and five spikes.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can it be removed?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"If installed anchored, yes; the spiked install is fixed.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is it different from the BH87?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The BH87 anchors only; the BH89 adds five spikes for a fixed-install option.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it for baseball or softball?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Both, it serves home plate on game diamonds in either sport.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it low profile?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, at 1.125in it sits flush with the field.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Which install should I choose?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Anchored if you want to lift the plate for maintenance, spiked for a permanent fixed plate.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What bases pair with it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Anchored sets such as the M501 and an official mound rubber like the 80.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShop More Champion Sports Bases and Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e | 80\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrowse Collections:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003eChampion Sports Baseball and Softball\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003eBases and Home Plates for Youth Fields\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Champion Sports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48843428659451,"sku":"BH89","price":207.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0733\/1181\/3883\/files\/BH89-main__64080.1722010210.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778230848"},{"product_id":"homeplate-extension-hpx-nan","title":"Champion Sports HPX Homeplate Extension","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.joes-product-description{font-family:Helvetica Neue,Arial,sans-serif;color:#333;line-height:1.6;font-size:14px;}.joes-product-description h2{color:#0056b3;font-size:20px;margin:22px 0 12px;}.joes-product-description h3{color:#0056b3;font-size:16px;margin:0 0 10px 0;}.joes-product-description p{margin:12px 0;}.joes-product-description ul{margin:10px 0 16px 20px;}.joes-product-description li{margin:6px 0;}.joes-product-description table{border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;margin:14px 0;}.joes-product-description th,.joes-product-description td{border:1px solid #d9d9d9;padding:8px 10px;text-align:left;font-size:13px;}.joes-product-description th{background:#f3f7fb;color:#0056b3;}.joes-product-description .divider{border-top:1px solid #d9d9d9;margin:22px 0;}.joes-product-description a{color:#0056b3;text-decoration:none;}.joes-product-description a:hover{text-decoration:underline;}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"joes-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChampion Sports HPX Home Plate Extension for Strike-Zone Training\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Champion Sports HPX is a home plate extension that lengthens the strike zone for training, measuring 25.5in by 17in. It is a coaching aid that sits at home plate to teach pitchers and umpires the edges of the zone in a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e program. The home plate itself is not included, so it pairs with an existing plate like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 home plate\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy extending the plate, the HPX gives pitchers a deeper target and helps players read the strike zone during practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champion Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e HPX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home plate extension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extends the strike zone for training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25.5in L x 17in W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Home plate not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sits at home plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pitching and strike-zone training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion Sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome plate extension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.5in x 17in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMolded rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePurpose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtend the strike zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNote\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlate not included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTraining\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e A home plate extension that lengthens the strike zone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pitching and strike-zone training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sits at home plate; plate not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gives pitchers a deeper training target\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn one line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plate extension that teaches the strike zone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Training Extension for the Plate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HPX extends the home plate to 25.5in by 17in, lengthening the strike zone so pitchers learn to work the full depth of the plate and players learn its edges. It is molded rubber and sits at the existing plate, since the home plate is not included. It is a training aid rather than a game plate, pairing with a plate like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 E-Z Slide\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 waffle plate\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsing the HPX in Practice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the extension at the existing home plate during practice to give pitchers a deeper target and help umpires-in-training read the zone. Remove it for games. Pair it with a game plate such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 home plate\u003c\/a\u003e and the 80 pitchers plate on the mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits by Field Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePitching practice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeeper strike-zone target\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUmpire training\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTeaches the zone edges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYouth instruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVisualizes the strike zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGame play\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot for games\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTraining aid only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGame home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable game plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE-Z Slide, three spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipping Pitching Practice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a coach, the HPX is a low-cost training aid that sharpens command and zone awareness. It sits at the existing plate and stores easily. Pair it with game plates and mound rubbers from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003ebases and home plates\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuyer and Field Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet the HPX at the plate for practice, run pitching and zone drills, and lift it for games. Keep a game plate such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 home plate\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 plate\u003c\/a\u003e on hand for play, and an 80 pitchers plate for the mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys This Extension and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoaches, pitching instructors, and umpire clinics buy the HPX to teach the strike zone and sharpen command. The extension gives a deeper, clearer target during practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pitching program that wants players to work the full depth of the plate is the clearest case, since the HPX extends the zone for training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing This Style vs Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReach for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA strike-zone training aid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtends the plate for practice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA game home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA removable game plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE-Z Slide, three spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA permanent home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePairs with anchored bases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn official mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-spike pitchers plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA practice base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e93\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle waffle-bottom base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the HPX as a pitching and strike-zone training aid; it is not a game plate. Use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e for game home plates, and the 80 pitchers plate on the mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternatives and Companion Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 home plate\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 plate\u003c\/a\u003e for games, the 80 pitchers plate, and the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e base sets to complete the diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the HPX Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value is training focus: a home plate extension that lengthens the strike zone to 25.5in so pitchers learn the full depth of the plate, a coaching aid rather than a game plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost Reordered Champion Sports Bases and Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | 80 | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e93\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe the extension clean and store it flat; molded rubber needs little upkeep. Because it is a training aid, keep it with practice gear and lift it for game play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the HPX do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt extends the home plate to lengthen the strike zone for pitching and umpire training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25.5in long by 17in wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a home plate included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the home plate is not included; the HPX sits at your existing plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMolded rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for games?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it is a training aid; remove it for game play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePitching instructors, coaches, and umpire clinics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it help pitchers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt gives a deeper target so pitchers learn to work the full depth of the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for baseball or softball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth, it suits strike-zone training in either sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need installation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it simply sits at the existing home plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat game plate pairs with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGame plates such as the 96 or 95, with the 80 on the mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What does the HPX do?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It extends the home plate to lengthen the strike zone for pitching and umpire training.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What size is it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"25.5in long by 17in wide.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is a home plate included?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"No, the home plate is not included; 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At 24in by 6in it is the two-spike regulation rubber, a lighter-anchor alternative to the three-spike 80 plate on a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two spikes anchor it to the mound and pull out for field maintenance, and it removes after the game to protect the rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champion Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e RP81\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pitchers Plate, 2-Spike Official\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnchoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two metal spikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24in L x 6in W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Official game mounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion Sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRP81\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePitchers Plate, 2-Spike Official\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24in x 6in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInstall\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable for maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOfficial game mounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePitchers mound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e A pitchers plate, 2-spike official\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Official game mounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two metal spikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty rubber for outdoor mounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn one line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pitchers plate, 2-spike official for a game mound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHeavy-Duty Mound Rubber\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RP81 is heavy-duty rubber that withstands all weather, with two metal spikes that anchor it to the mound. Two spikes seat it quickly while the heavy rubber resists push-off wear. It is the two-spike counterpart to the three-spike {a(\"80\",\"80 plate\")}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAnchoring and Removing the RP81\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeat the plate, drive the two spikes flush, and play; remove it after the game or before dragging the mound. Pair it with the anchored {a(\"M501\",\"M501 set\")} and a {a(\"96\",\"home plate\")}.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits by Field Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOfficial game mound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulation mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh school \/ league\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractice mound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable for frequent use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYouth mound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse youth size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmaller mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor bullpen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeeds a soft surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome plate match\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipping the Mound\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a groundskeeper, the RP81 completes a game mound and pairs with the rest of the diamond. Compare mound rubbers across the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003ebases and home plates\u003c\/a\u003e range and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuyer and Field Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeat the RP81, confirm it is flush and level, and pull it before dragging the mound. Pair it with the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e and a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003ehome plate\u003c\/a\u003e so the diamond reorders together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys This Rubber and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthletic directors, groundskeepers, and leagues buy the RP81 as a mound rubber for game and practice play. Heavy-duty rubber survives push-offs and weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA field that needs a official game mounds is the clearest case, since the RP81 anchors firmly yet pulls for mound maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing This Style vs Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReach for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRP81\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePitchers Plate, 2-Spike Official\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn official three-spike plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber, three spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA two-spike plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRP81\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo metal spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA step-down rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH82\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReduces mound damage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA full base set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelded-stanchion anchored set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the RP81 for a official game mounds. For a three-spike official plate use the 80 plate, for the rest of the diamond build on the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e and match a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 home plate\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternatives and Companion Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: the 80 pitchers plate, the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e and welded \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e sets, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 home plate\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 plate\u003c\/a\u003e, and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e93 waffle base\u003c\/a\u003e for practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the RP81 Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value is a quick two-spike official hold: 24in heavy-duty rubber that anchors to the mound with two spikes and removes cleanly for maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost Reordered Champion Sports Bases and Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e80 | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-base-93-nan\"\u003e93\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePull the rubber before dragging the mound and store it flat off-season. Heavy-duty rubber resists UV and weather; rinsing the spikes or anchor keeps it seating cleanly each game.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is the RP81?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOfficial size, 24in long by 6in wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it anchor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo metal spikes anchor it to the mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy-duty rubber for all weather conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be removed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, remove it after the game or for field maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from the 80?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RP81 uses two spikes; the 80 uses three.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs there a youth size?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the youth version is the RP71 at 18in by 4in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it official size?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, 24in by 6in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for baseball or softball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the official baseball pitchers plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many spikes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo metal spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it withstand weather?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the heavy-duty rubber holds up to outdoor conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What size is the RP81?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Official size, 24in long by 6in wide.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How does it anchor?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Two metal spikes anchor it to the mound.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is it made of?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Heavy-duty rubber for all weather conditions.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Can it be removed?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, remove it after the game or for field maintenance.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is it different from the 80?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The RP81 uses two spikes; 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At 20in by 20in by 4in it is a deep-set, bury-all plate that locks into the ground on a permanent \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-baseball-and-softball\"\u003ebaseball and softball\u003c\/a\u003e diamond, alongside anchored bases like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pine bottom and 4in depth bed it firmly for a flush, permanent home plate built to stay put through seasons of play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Product Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champion Sports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e BH88\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pro Bury All Home Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pine bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\/black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20in L x 20in W x 4in H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bury-all in-ground design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent game diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications at a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampion Sports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH88\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePro Bury All Home Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMolded rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20in x 20in x 4in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent game diamonds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSchema\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFAQ ready\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGame home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is:\u003c\/strong\u003e A pro bury all home plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Permanent game diamonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstalls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buried in-ground; pine bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e Molded rubber build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn one line:\u003c\/strong\u003e The pro bury all home plate for a game diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMolded rubber Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BH88 is molded rubber over a pine bottom, a deep 4in bury-all body that beds into the ground. The pine bottom grips the soil for a firm set, and the white\/black finish keeps it visible. It is the pine-bottom counterpart to the waffle-bottom \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003ewaffle plate\u003c\/a\u003e look, built for permanent installation rather than removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstalling the BH88\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcavate the home position, bed the pine bottom into the ground, and set the body flush. Once buried it stays for the season and beyond. Pair it with the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 set\u003c\/a\u003e and the 80 pitchers plate to complete the diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Fits by Field Type\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eField\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent game field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurable home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeague diamond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchool field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePractice field\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemovable spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable layout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse 96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnchored bases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse M501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelded-stanchion set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEquipping a Permanent Diamond\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an athletic director, the BH88 sets the home plate on a game diamond, pairing with anchored bases and an official mound rubber. Compare home-plate options across the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champion-sports-bases-and-home-plates-for-youth-fields\"\u003ebases and home plates\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuyer and Field Workflow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall the plate per its mounting, check it sits flush and level, and pair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501 base set\u003c\/a\u003e and an official mound rubber. Re-level after heavy weather if the ground settles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Buys This Plate and Why\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAthletic directors, groundskeepers, and leagues buy the BH88 to set a durable home plate on a game diamond. Molded rubber construction stands up to game play and weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA school finishing a game field is the clearest case, since the BH88 pairs with anchored bases and a fixed mound rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing This Style vs Companions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIf you need\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReach for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis home plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBH88\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePro Bury All Home Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA removable spiked plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE-Z Slide, three spikes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA portable plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaffle-bottom, no install\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA full base set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM501\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWelded stanchion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn official mound rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-spike pitchers plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA safety first base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM950\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreakaway double first base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the BH88 as the home plate for a game diamond. For removable or portable plates use the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 E-Z Slide\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 waffle plate\u003c\/a\u003e; complete the field with the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e bases and the 80 pitchers plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternatives and Companion Styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompanions: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95 plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96 plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85 Save-A-Leg plate\u003c\/a\u003e, the anchored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anchored-base-set-with-molded-shell-m250-nan\"\u003eM250\u003c\/a\u003e and welded \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e sets, and the 80 pitchers plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Sets the BH88 Apart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts value is a deep pine-bottom hold: a 4in molded-rubber bury-all plate whose pine bottom beds firmly into the ground for a permanent, flush home plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMost Reordered Champion Sports Bases and Plates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/e-z-slide-home-plate-95-nan\"\u003e95\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/waffle-bottom-home-plate-96-nan\"\u003e96\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/save-a-leg-home-plate-85-nan\"\u003e85\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pro-anchored-base-set-m501-nan\"\u003eM501\u003c\/a\u003e | 80\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Durability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the plate surface clear and check it sits flush after heavy weather. Molded rubber resists weather and game wear; re-level it if the ground settles to keep it game-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"divider\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the BH88 installed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a bury-all plate set deep into the ground, with a pine bottom that grips the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMolded rubber with a pine bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20in long by 20in wide by 4in high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat color is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite\/black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it permanent?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the deep bury-all design makes it a permanent plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from the BH86?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BH88 has a pine bottom; the BH86 has a waffle bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it for baseball or softball?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth, it serves home plate on game diamonds in either sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need spikes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, it is bedded in-ground rather than spiked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat bases pair with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnchored sets such as the M501 and an official mound rubber like the 80.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much maintenance does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLittle, keep the surface clear and re-bed it if the ground settles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is the BH88 installed?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"It is a bury-all plate set deep into the ground, with a pine bottom that grips the soil.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is it made of?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Molded rubber with a pine bottom.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What size is it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"20in long by 20in wide by 4in high.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What color is it?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"White\/black.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is it permanent?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, the deep bury-all design makes it a permanent plate.\"}}, {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How is it different from the BH86?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The BH88 has a pine bottom; 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