Oglesby, IL · Est. 2025

DEDICATION TODAY.
DOMINATION TOMORROW.

Elite coaching, game-speed reps, and a facility built to help your athlete grow — every swing, every pitch, every session.

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Group of young softball athletes and coaches after a training clinic at The Mound Training Facility in Oglesby, IL.
Young athletes waiting their turn in the batting cages at The Mound Training Facility.
Founding Members display board at The Mound Training Facility in Oglesby, IL.
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“Our goal is to provide athletes of all ages and skill levels with elite training, state-of-the-art equipment, and a supportive environment to grow their baseball and softball skills.”
— Tim & Lainie Smyk
Two Ways to Train

Book as a Non-Member, or Become a Member

You don’t need a membership to train at The Mound. Book a cage as a Non-Member whenever you need one — or lock in a monthly spot and train on your own schedule.

Non-Member

Book a Cage

Pay as you go, no membership required — same cages, same equipment.

  1. 1Check availability. Click Schedule Cage Time in the upper right, then choose Non-Member.
  2. 2Book as a Non-Member. Reserve days in advance, or just show up — no membership required either way.
  3. 3Show up & train. Warm up, get your reps in, and see what The Mound is all about.
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Become a Member

Built for athletes who train year-round. Limited spots keep the cages open when you need them.

  • Cagetime and lesson tiers — pick the plan that matches how often your athlete trains.
  • Monthly billing, with household discounts and annual options available.
  • Priority on the calendar — book your cage and time online, show up ready.
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Inside the Facility

Two 50 ft batting cages with pitching machines for game-speed reps and consistent delivery.

One 35 ft batting cage for youth work, front toss, tee work, and drills.

Dedicated warm-up & stretch zone with bands, mats, and mobility work.

Small strength area for foundational power and speed work between sessions.

How Membership Works

What You Get

  • Limited-capacity access — a limited number of spots, then a waitlist.
  • Simple online booking — choose your cage and time, show up ready.
  • Monthly memberships, with annual discounts available.

Who It’s For

  • Travel and youth athletes who want more quality reps in less time.
  • Parents who want reliable, clean facilities and predictable scheduling.
  • Teams or small groups who want focused work without crowded public cages.
Limited

We keep membership spots limited to ensure every athlete has full access to the facility. If we’re at capacity, you’ll join the waitlist and we’ll notify you the moment a spot opens.

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815-310-1032  ·  323 E. Walnut Street, Oglesby, IL  ·  @the_mound_2025