The change in bat standards is to make youth bats perform more like wooden bats. Starting January 1, 2018, Little League Baseball bats will need to have the USA Baseball “USABat” stamp/logo on it.  

For baseball bats 27 inches in length, or longer, the barrel options will be 2-¼ inches and 2-⅝ inches. Most of the SHLL Majors and Minors teams will be moving to the 2-⅝ inch barrel; however, a player can still use a USA Baseball approved 2-¼ inch bat.

For overall player bat sizing (length & weight of bat), please see sizing information by clicking below.