CPSC Recall in 1991: Sportcraft And Wilson Batting Tee Games Recalled

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 1991.

Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 91-113

Date: August 22, 1991

Product Name: Batting Tee

Recall Description:

The Batting Tee being recalled consists of a ball tethered to an elastic cord that is anchored to the ground with the U- shaped metal stake.   Consumers can identify these products by the names "Sportcraft" or "Wilson" which appear on the base of the five sided stand. Recalled units have a U-shaped stake.  Units with a 1 1/4-inch common washer anchoring the ball directly to the base are not being recalled. 

Hazard Description:

The stake may come out of the ground and hit the player's body or head. A separate stand holds the ball during use. Injuries occur when children pull on the ball or cord and the stake suddenly pulls out of the ground and toward the child.   

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: The firm estimates that 150,000 sets were sold under the Sportcraft label since 1980, and 70,000 Foremost sets were sold under the Wilson label since 1986.

Incidents:

The CPSC has confirmed one report that a child received a skull fracture after being struck by a stake from a Batting Tee.

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