Bat Rules for the 2013 Season
posted 01/01/2013 Bat Rules for the 2013 Season
As you’re gearing up for the season, please note that Little League International has issued specific, updated guidance regarding baseball bats.
If you already own a bat, or are considering purchasing a new one, please spend a few minutes reading about the topic and reviewing the approved bat list.
Intermediate Bat Rules
Please note, the Intermediate division plays by Juniors bat rule 1.10.
Full details can be found here:
http://www.littleleague.org/Page58622.aspx
Put it in its simplest terms, Juniors division bat rules do not permit composite barrel bats unless they are certified with a BBCOR stamp (2 5/8” big barrel, -3 ounces).
Below is an easy to read grid outlining the rules.
Intermediate Bat Grid
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Barrel Size
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Barrel Construction
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Weight
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BBCOR Certified
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Permissible
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2 5/8"
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Composite
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-3 ounces
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Yes
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Yes
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2 5/8"
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Metal/Alloy/Wood
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>= -3 ounces
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No
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Yes
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2 1/4"
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Metal/Alloy/Wood
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>= -3 ounces
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No
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Yes
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2 1/4"
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Composite
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>= -3 ounces
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No
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No
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AAAA Division and below
The LLI licensed/approved composite bat guide and *.pdf found online applies to 2 ¼” composite barrel bats permissible to play in the AAAA division or below.
Approved Bat List (AAAA division and under)
http://www.littleleague.org/learn/equipment/licensedcompositebats.htm
If you have any questions, please direct them to
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