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SBA Adopts New USSSA Bat Rules
Effective January 1, 2012
Big Barrel Bat Rules (2 5/8” or 2 3/4”) – 14U & Below
Have the new USSSA Mark on its taper, OR Be a Qualified BBCOR bat, OR Be a Wood Bat. ALL of the above must be manufactured by an approved USSSA Bat Licensee This applies to ALL Big Barrel Bats, including Coach Pitch bats.
Big Barrel Bat Rules (2 5/8” or 2 3/4”) – 15U & Above
Must be NHSF approved with the appropriate BBCOR certification mark, OR Be a Wood Bat. Both of the above must be manufactured by an approved USSSA Bat Licensee.
Small Barrel Baseball Bat Rules (2 1/4” or less) For 2012 and 2013 Have the new USSSA mark on its taper, OR Have the old USSSA mark, OR Be a Wood Bat. ALL of the above must be manufactured by an approved USSSA Bat Licensee.
This applies to tee ball bats longer than 23”. For 2014: Have the new USSSA mark on its taper OR Be a Wood Bat Both of the above must be manufactured by an approved USSSA Bat Licensee
Qualified BBCOR bat – A Big Barrel bat that is made by a USSSA approved bat licensee, has a BBCOR mark permanently attached to the bat that is recognized by NHSF as a legal bat for NHSF sanctioned play and has no more than a minus 3 ounces difference from the length of the bat. Minimum bat length is 29 inches. -
Board Candidates Needed
The Southlake Baseball Association (“SBA”) is looking for individuals to serve on the Board. We have open positions in Sponsorship, Uniforms, Umpires, and Assistant League Commissioners. The SBA is a all volunteer committed to providing Southlake’s youth with a positive and rewarding baseball experience. Candidates must be willing to commit time to serve as a member of the Board of Directors which include monthly meetings, field duty and special projects. We ask for a minimum two-year commitment. Many current Board Members have served for several consecutive years. The success of youth baseball program is dependent on the efforts of volunteers. Please contact me if you are interested in volunteering.
Rob Winter, SBA President
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