How to Size Youth Softball Bats

Youth softball bats are offered in sizes that vary in length from 24 inches to more than 34 inches and weigh from 16 ounces to more than 32 ounces. Determining the correct length and weight of a youth softball bat is important to ensure top batting performance. Use player height and weight measurements to determine the best size for a youth softball bat.

Things You'll Need

  • Scale
  • Measuring tape
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Instructions

    • 1

      Use a scale to determine the weight of the person who will be using the softball bat.

    • 2

      Measure the height of the person who will be using the softball bat.

    • 3

      Determine the correct length of the bat by locating and cross-referencing the height and weight of the person who will use the bat in the "Determine Your Bat Length by Weight and Height" chart located on the "Dicks Sporting Goods: Softball Bat Buyers Guide" (see Resources).

    • 4

      Determine the correct bat weight by cross-referencing the height of the person who will use the bat to the recommended weight of the bat using the "Bat Weight Guidelines" chart located on the "Baseball-Bats: Choosing a Baseball Bat" web site (see resources).