
Speed
Foot speed, first-step acceleration, and change-of-direction tools that show up on the field.
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Agility Cone Set – 6" Hurdle Training Kit for Speed, Footwork & Coordination Drills

Hurdle Cone & Crossbar Set: Adjustable Speed & Agility Training

TAP® Speed Chute

TAP® Extreme Duty Hurdles: Oversized Agility Training Equipment to Enhance Coordination & Quickness

TAP® Target Glove Set – Speed & Power Training Gloves with Focus Mitts
See It in Action
Speed development for baseball and multi-sport athletes
Speed in sport is not just a straight‑line 40. It is the ability to accelerate out of a base, cut into a route, close on a ball, and repeat that output over the course of a game. Baseball speed in particular is short — about ninety feet at a time — and reactive, which changes what the training environment and tools need to look like.
The three components of usable speed:
- Acceleration — the first three steps out of a base or stance, where most plays are won or lost.
- Change of direction — reactive footwork on a ball hit into the gap or a runner breaking for second.
- Repeatable output — the ability to run a hard ninety in the first inning and the ninth without the wheels coming off.
What’s in this collection
Ladder tools — the Speed & Agility Ladder, Roll Out Speed Ladder, and Indoor Agility Set — are commonly used to develop foot rhythm, coordination, and quickness in short bursts.
Hurdle pieces — Stacking Hurdles, Mini‑Hurdles, and the Hurdle Cone & Crossbar Set — support work on stride length, hip mobility, and reactive coordination.
The TAP® Hammer Net is a trunk‑speed and reactive‑tempo trainer that many programs lean on for rotational tempo and short‑burst movement.
Rope‑based conditioning tools cover short‑duration ATP‑system work and coordination in controlled bursts rather than long, slow runs.
Cones, dot mats, agility rings, and limbo sets round out the change‑of‑direction toolkit, giving coaches simple ways to mark space and build reactive movement grids.
SpeedChain® pieces add variable‑resistance overspeed options that can be integrated into sprint and movement sessions for athletes who already have a base of strength.
How speed actually shows up
Usable speed does not come from simply running more laps. It comes from repeatable, short‑distance, high‑quality reps with enough rest between efforts to keep outputs sharp. Many successful programs keep speed blocks relatively short — often twenty to thirty minutes of total work with most efforts lasting three to five seconds. The tools in this collection are designed to fit inside those kinds of sessions, not replace a complete speed or conditioning plan. Coaches or parents who want help matching speed tools to athlete age, level, and existing training can call or text our team at (936) 295‑4459 to talk through which pieces typically fit different stages — we provide equipment guidance, not individualized speed or sprint instruction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are speed ladders actually useful for athletes?
Speed ladders don't make athletes faster in a straight line — that's a common misconception. What they do is develop rhythm, coordination, and reactive foot patterning, which is what an athlete needs when the game asks them to change direction fast. Used as a movement primer or a warm-up tool, they belong in most programs. Used as the only speed work, they don't.
What's the Hammer Net used for?
The TAP® Hammer Net is a corded trunk-speed trainer. The athlete performs slams, chops, and swings against the net's rebound, which forces the trunk to produce and absorb force at high tempo. It's a full-body power and speed tool that fits between med-ball work and full-effort sprint work.
Can these tools be used in a small indoor space?
Yes. The Roll Out Speed Ladder tangle-free, the Indoor Agility Set, the Mini-Hurdles, and the Agility Ring Set are all designed for cage or turf setups where space is limited. If you're outfitting a small facility, call or text (936) 295-4459 and we'll put together a footprint-appropriate kit.
What's the age minimum on this equipment?
Most of the ladder, hurdle, and cone work is appropriate from about age 8 up. Younger athletes benefit from ladder rhythm work and cone drills as a movement primer. Heavier tools like the Hammer Net and heavy ropes are typically 12+ so the athlete can control the load. Age-appropriate collection filters are also available on our category pages.



