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League Bat Rules

2026 Bat Rules

PG New England Bat Restrictions for 2026:

 

9u, 10u, and 11u:

 

  • -12, -10, -8, -5, and -3 are allowed.
  • Both USSSA and USA bats are allowed, along with BBCOR and Wood.

 

12u:

 

  • -12, -10, -8, -5 (USA Bats only for -5) and -3 are allowed.                                     
  • -5 USSSA bats are not allowed for 12s.
  • -3 BBCOR and -3 Wood are allowed.

 

13u:   

 

  • -8, -5, and -3 only.                     
  • USSSA, USA, BBCOR, and Wood are allowed.

 

14u-18u:

 

  • -3 BBCOR and -3 Wood only
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Advice and Tips

Below is some advice and a few things each parent/player should focus on when purchasing a new bat....
It is all about finding that good feel of bat speed and barrel control, feel is important to each individual so if possible let them swing the bats/test them out..
Biggest thing is weight and length...
More length =  better whip**
Length is also key when it comes to plate coverage
But make sure the weight isn't too much that it effects bat control, because as you go up in length the weight will increase as well (depending on the drop)
**Whip will create better torque/bat speed.