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Hi,
I have been getting a lot questions regarding bats lately as people are starting to get the "Baseball Itch"...
- What kind of bat should I buy?
- What are the regulations?
- Where should i buy a bat?
- How much should I pay for a bat?
These are all very good questions as buying a bat is a big deal... it has to meet the regulations for your age category, your skill level and your personal taste and comfort.
Information
Below are some links that I find have some very useful information when buying a bat.
https://www.baseballmonkey.com/baseball-bat-buying-guide
I would also recommend supporting local and dropping in to see our friends at SportsCraft to checkout their inventory and get some additional advice on your bat purchase.
Regulations
12U Max 2 3/4” Barrel with (i) a 1.15 BPF (Bat Performance Factor) or (ii) USA Baseball Model. Max 32" length
14U Max 2 3/4” Barrel with (i) a 1.15 BPF (Bat Performance Factor) or (ii) USA Baseball Model. Max Drop -10
16U Max 2 3/4” Barrel with (i) a 1.15 BPF (Bat Performance Factor) or (ii) USA Baseball Model. Max Drop -5
18U Max 2 3/4” Barrel with (i) a 1.15 BPF (Bat Performance Factor) or (ii) USA Baseball Model. Max Drop -5
21U Max 2 3/4” Barrel with (i) a 1.15 BPF (Bat Performance Factor) or (ii) USA Baseball Model. Max Drop -5
Women's Max 2 3/4” Barrel with (i) a 1.15 BPF (Bat Performance Factor) or (ii) USA Baseball Model. Max Drop -5
Notes
Female Players are permitted to use aluminum bats in All Female Divisions.
However a female player is to follow the bat rule based on the division that they are playing in during the game.
Examples:
a 14U female player playing in a 13U game is subject to the 13U bat rules.
a 16U female player playing in a 15U game is subject to the 15U bat rules.
a 12U female player playing in a 14U game is subject to the 14U bat rules.
Reference Links
Baseball Canada
Any questions feel free to reach out!
Mark Healy
Female Baseball Director, BNL
709.685.0727
