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PIKES
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ANUAL
1.
Determine the type of baseball league that will be playing on the field. The league type will dictate the
locations of the bases and field size. If foul line striping, pitchers mound and base location marks are not
placed on field, reference the onsite plans or consult the general contractor.
2.
Install the five (5) 4” long metal spikes supplied with home plate to the bottom side of plate.
3.
With home plate’s position determined, excavate location 1” below level ground and approximately 1”
larger than the dimensions of home plate.
4.
With the five (5) spikes pointing toward the ground and the home plate oriented correctly, push the home
plate into the ground. Note: the topside of the home plate shall be no higher or lower than the level grade.
See Detail “D”.
5.
Backfill excess excavation as required.
DETAIL “D”