Ball Guy 57 / 72 Pokemon Card from Shining Fates Set

Ball Guy — Shining Fates 57/72 Pokémon TCG card

Ball Guy is a Supporter Trainer card from the Shining Fates set in the Sword & Shield series. It was illustrated by Hitoshi Ariga and is classified as an…

Set

About the Ball Guy Trainer Card

Ball Guy is a Supporter Trainer card from the Shining Fates set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 57/72 and is classified as Uncommon. The Shining Fates set was released on February 19, 2021.

Ball Guy Trainer Card Details

Card name: Ball Guy

Card number: 57/72

Set: Shining Fates

Series: Sword & Shield

Rarity: Uncommon

Card type: Trainer (Supporter)

Artist: Hitoshi Ariga

Release date: February 19, 2021

Why Collect the Ball Guy Trainer Card?

Ball Guy is most often collected as part of a complete Shining Fates set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Ball Guy Trainer Card

Ball Guy was illustrated by Hitoshi Ariga.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Ball Guy Trainer Card

The current aggregated market price for Ball Guy is about $0.34. Recent listings range from roughly $0.10 (low) to

9.98 (high), with a mid-point near $0.34. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Shining Fates set has a median card value near $0.31 and an average near

.23, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -57% over the last 7 days and -75% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Shining Fates set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Ball Guy Trainer Card

Whether Ball Guy is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 12 copies of this card, of which 4 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 33.3%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Ball Guy Trainer Card?

As an Uncommon card, Ball Guy sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 12 copies to date.

Other Printings of Ball Guy

Ball Guy appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Shining Fates 65 (around $4.27).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Ball Guy Trainer Card

The Ball Guy trainer card is a Uncommon card from the Shining Fates set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Shining Fates set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.34; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Ball Guy card from?

Ball Guy is from the Shining Fates set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 57/72 with the Uncommon rarity.

What rarity is the Ball Guy card?

Ball Guy is classified as Uncommon.

How much is the Ball Guy 57/72 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.34, within a recent range of roughly $0.10 to

9.98. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Ball Guy card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 12 copies so far, with about 33.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Ball Guy?

PSA has graded 12 copies, of which 4 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 33.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Ball Guy card?

As an Uncommon card, Ball Guy sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

When was the Shining Fates set released?

The Shining Fates set was released on February 19, 2021.

Are there other printings of Ball Guy?

Yes. Ball Guy appears on one other card across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.