Champro GFP-44 11” Fastpitch Softball CSB17  

The Champro GFP-44 11" Fastpitch Softball (CSB17) is a durable durahide-covered 11-inch practice softball built for youth fastpitch programs who need a high-repetition outdoor training ball with consistent .44 COR and 375 compression performance and the all-weather durability of a polyhide composite cover rather than leather -- delivering game-realistic feel, reliable flight behavior, and easy-care maintenance in a cost-effective practice ball for daily outdoor drill work at the youth fastpitch level. The optic yellow durahide cover wipes clean easily and resists weather-related deterioration, the solid polyurethane core maintains consistent compression and feel across the full dozen, and the raised red seams provide realistic pitch grip and seam feel through every practice repetition. Sold by the dozen at SPC Sports.

The .44 COR is the key specification distinction that sets the CSB17 apart from the .47 COR fastpitch softballs in the Champro lineup -- the .44 COR delivers a slightly reduced rebound coefficient compared to the .47 standard used in most certified game balls, making the CSB17 a controlled-flight practice option where a slightly less lively ball response during batting practice and drill work may be preferred for youth player development programs where a softer response creates a more manageable and confidence-building training environment for developing players.

The optic yellow durahide cover delivers two key practical advantages for daily outdoor practice use -- it wipes clean easily with a damp cloth after dirt, grass, and mud accumulation during outdoor field practice, and it resists the moisture absorption and surface degradation that outdoor weather exposure causes on leather covers, giving the CSB17 a meaningfully longer useful life under the same conditions that would rapidly deteriorate a leather-covered youth practice ball.

The solid polyurethane core maintains consistent shape, weight distribution, and compression feel through the high-volume repetitions of batting tee work, fielding drill rotations, and throwing sessions across a full youth practice season -- ensuring that every ball in the dozen performs the same way through an entire outdoor practice session without deforming or developing compression inconsistencies.

Raised red seams provide youth fastpitch pitchers and fielders with the realistic seam grip reference points they need during practice to develop and maintain the same grip habits, throwing mechanics, and fielding patterns that they will rely on during game situations -- building consistent muscle memory through every practice rep that transfers directly to the circle and the field during youth competition.

Perfect for outdoor practice, the CSB17 is engineered to hold up through the sun exposure, moisture, dirt contact, and physical demands of outdoor youth field use across a full competitive season -- delivering the durability that daily youth outdoor practice demands without the rapid deterioration that game ball leather covers experience under the same conditions.

Sold by the dozen, the CSB17 provides a full 11-inch youth fastpitch practice rotation of durable durahide-covered training softballs for pitching drill sessions, batting tee work, fielding repetitions, and outdoor practice cycles in a single purchase.

This product comes with a 1 Year Manufacturer Warranty.

For more fastpitch softballs and training accessories, browse the full fastpitch collection at SPC Sports. Shop all fastpitch helmets to explore more Champro fastpitch equipment options for youth and competitive programs.

Specifications

Model: CSB17
Brand: Champro
Description: GFP-44 11" Fastpitch Softball
Size: 11 in
Cover: Optic Yellow Durahide
Core: Solid Polyurethane
COR: .44
Compression: 375
Seams: Raised Red
Use: Outdoor Practice
Unit of Measure: Dozen
Weight: 5.24 lbs (Per Dozen)
UPC: 752044642943
Sport: Fastpitch Softball

Available SKU / UPC
Standard / Dozen -- CSB17 / 752044642943

FAQ

What is the difference between .44 COR on the CSB17 and .47 COR on certified game balls? COR measures how much a ball rebounds after impact. The .44 COR delivers a slightly reduced rebound coefficient compared to the .47 standard used in most certified game balls, making the CSB17 a controlled-flight practice option where a slightly less lively ball response may be preferred for youth player development programs where a softer, more manageable feel creates a better training environment for developing players.

How does the CSB17 11-inch differ from the CSB18 12-inch? Both are GFP-44 durahide-covered practice softballs with .44 COR, 375 compression, solid polyurethane cores, and raised red seams. The CSB17 is the 11-inch version for youth fastpitch programs at 5.24 lbs per dozen, while the CSB18 is the 12-inch version for adult fastpitch and slowpitch programs at 6.06 lbs per dozen.

How does the durahide cover perform for outdoor youth practice? The durahide cover wipes clean easily after dirt and mud accumulation on youth fields, and resists moisture absorption and surface degradation from outdoor weather exposure better than leather -- giving the CSB17 a longer useful life under the same daily outdoor youth practice conditions that would deteriorate a leather cover more quickly.