7x7 Sock Net Screen Replacement Net - #96

The 7x7 Sock Net Screen Replacement Net - #96 replaces a worn or torn net on a 7 ft x 7 ft sock net screen with a 3 ft x 3 ft sock. It fits 7x7 sock net screen frames, including the Varsity and Pro 7x7 sock net screens. A new net puts a screen back into full service for a fraction of the cost of a new frame, so a damaged net does not have to mean a damaged practice plan.

The net is a #96 knotted net sized for a 7 ft x 7 ft frame. It slides over the frame pillowcase style, so it puts a layer of netting on the front and the back of the screen for double protection.

What This Net Fits

This replacement net is made for 7x7 sock net screen frames, including the Varsity and Pro 7x7 sock net screens. Measure your frame before ordering. A screen net is cut to one size and one shape, so a net for a different size or shape will not sit tight on the frame.

Why the Net Number Matters

Screen nets are labeled with a number that describes the weight of the knotted cord. A #96 net is one of the heaviest nets used on any protective screen. It is built for programs that throw batting practice every day to strong hitters, where lighter nets fray and tear first. If your old net wore out quickly, moving to a heavier net is the simplest way to make the next one last longer.

When to Replace a Screen Net

• Holes larger than a ball, or several small holes close together
• Frayed or broken cord along the frame line, where nets wear first
• A net that has stretched and sags, so balls push deep toward the person behind it
• Sun damage that leaves the cord brittle or faded

Small holes can be closed with the Batting Cage and Screen Net Repair Kit to buy time, but once the net sags or tears along the frame, a new net is the safe fix.

Installing the Net

Remove the old net from the frame. If your screen has padding or a wheel kit, take note of how it is attached before you start. Slide the new net over the top of the frame like a pillowcase and pull it down evenly on both sides so it sits flat and tight with no twists. Line up any cutout or opening in the net with the matching opening in the frame. Reattach padding or hardware, then check that the net covers the full face of the screen.

Making It Last

Keep the net tight on the frame so it does not rub, store the screen out of standing water in the offseason, and close small holes as soon as they appear. Padded frames also protect the net where it touches steel.

7x7 Sock Net Screen Replacement Net - #96 Specifications

• Size: 7 ft x 7 ft
• Fits: sock net screen with a 3 ft x 3 ft sock frames
• Net: #96 knotted net
• Style: pillowcase, slides over the frame (double layer)
• Frame: not included
• Sport: baseball

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this include the frame?

No. This is the replacement net only. It fits an existing 7 ft x 7 ft sock net screen frame.

Will this net fit another brand's frame?

It may, if the frame is the same size and shape. Measure the height, width and any cutout of your frame and compare before ordering.

What does #96 mean?

It is the weight of the netting cord. Higher numbers mean thicker, stronger cord that lasts longer under hard contact.

Can I go to a heavier net than my screen came with?

Yes, as long as the size and shape match. A heavier net is a common upgrade when the original net wore out quickly.