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Bats are standard playing equipment for the sports of baseball and softball. Little League® adheres to the USA Baseball Bat Standard for the Junior Division and below; and the BBCOR Standard for the Senior Division. Little League Softball® follows the Baseball Performance Factor (BPF) of 1.20.
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Is a USA Baseball mark needed for a Tee Ball bat?
Yes, under the USABat standard, certified Tee Ball bats (26″ and shorter) will feature the USA Baseball mark and text which reads ONLY FOR USE WITH APPROVED TEE BALLS. For more…
Does my bat meet the USA Baseball Bat standards?
Your bat is approved for play if it meets the following USA Baseball bat standards. Rule 1.10 – Baseball The bat must be a baseball bat which meets the USA…
Does my bat meet the softball bat standards?
Your bat is approved for play if it meets the following softball bat standards. Rule 1.10 – Softball The bat must be a softball bat which meets Little League specifications…
Decertified Bats FAQs
Receiving a notice that a bat has been decertified, especially in the middle of the season, is challenging, inconvenient, and disappointing for everyone. Little League® International is committed to sharing…
How do I know the bat I purchased meets Little League Softball® standards for the Minor/Major Divisions?
Prior to purchasing a baseball or softball bat, review the bat requirements for each division of play, at LittleLeague.org/BatInfo. For more information visit: Bat Information Bat Rules Help Center -…
USA Baseball Bat Standard FAQs
Updated as of Feb. 14, 2019 Testing and evaluating of youth baseball bats has evolved into a science. So much so that the standard has also evolved to where USA Baseball,…
What Equipment does our league need to provide for regular season?
Each local league is required to provide basic equipment necessary for its regular season teams. This includes bats, balls, catcher’s equipment, and batting helmets. The number of bats and balls…
Are “big barrel bats” permitted to be used in the Little League® Major baseball division?
Any bat used in the Little League® Major baseball division must meet the USABat Standard and have the appropriate stamp. Bats up to 2 5/8" in diameter may be used,…
Is Little League’s Mandatory Play Rule in effect during Fall Ball/TAD season?
Yes. Little League's Mandatory Play Rule is in effect for all Little League play. All players are required to play at least 6 defensive outs and bat once every game…
Rule 2.00: Definition of Terms – Judgment FAQs
This collection of frequently asked questions is specific to Little League Rule 2.00 – Definition of Terms. If you have a question to add to this FAQ, please email Tom…