Last Updated on April 13, 2022

Little League Baseball

• Must have the USA Baseball (USABat) stamp for most divisions (Tee Ball through Majors). 

• Max barrel size: 2 ⅝ inches 

• Length limits:

  • Up to 33” (Majors and below)

  • Up to 34” (Intermediate/Junior)

• BBCOR bats allowed only in Intermediate/Junior; required in Senior League

• Old USSSA/BPF 1.15 bats are NOT allowed

Quick takeaway:

If it’s youth baseball in Little League, look for the USA Bat logo (unless you’re in older divisions using BBCOR).

Little League Softball

• Uses a different standard than baseball (no USA Bat requirement) 

• Must have BPF 1.20 stamp on non-wood bats 

• Max barrel size: 2 ¼ inches 

• Length limits:

  • Up to 33” (most divisions)

  • Up to 34” (Junior/Senior)

Quick takeaway:

Softball bats are simpler. Just check for BPF 1.20 and the correct size.

Common Rules (Both)

• Bat must be unmodified and not damaged (no cracks, dents, sharp edges) 

• Must have a proper grip (at least ~10 inches) 

• No pine tar or illegal substances 

• No bat donuts during play

• Baseball = USA Bat logo (or BBCOR for older kids)

• Softball = BPF 1.20 stamp

• Check size + condition = good to go