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FASTPITCH SOFTBALL BAT REVIEWS
LENGTHS and DROPS
Length (inches) = reach and plate coverage.
Drop. (-X) = how heavy the bat is for its length.
Examples: 1) 32” -10 weighs 22 oz; 2) 32” -8 weighs 24 oz.
LONGER BATS (32”–34”)
Pros:
More plate coverage.
Longer barrel = larger SWEET SPOT (usually).
Helps taller players reach outside pitches.
Cons:
Slower BAT SWING SPEED if hitter’s strength doesn’t scale with length.
Harder to control inside pitches.
SHORTER BATS (28”–31”)
Pros:
Faster BAT SWING SPEED.
Better BAT CONTROL.
Easier hit inside pitches.
Ideal for developing hitters.
Cons:
Less plate coverage.
Smaller effective SWEET SPOT.
Can limit power for taller/stronger players.
HEAVIER DROPS (-8, -9)
Pros:
Higher mass = higher EXIT VELOCITY if BAT SWING SPEED is maintained.
Better carry on balls hit with solid contact.
Preferred by strong power hitters.
Cons:
Slower BAT SWING SPEED for many hitters.
Expose flaws in hitter’s swing.
Players get tired during ,long games or tournaments.
LIGHTER DROPS (-10, -11, -12)
Pros:
Faster BAT SWING SPEED.
Easier BAT SWING.Quicker adjustment to pitch speed.
Great for contact hitters and younger players.
Cons:
Lower power ceiling.
MIS-HITS die quicker.
Can feel “whippy” for strong hitters.
BOTTOM LINE: The best bat is the heaviest and longest bat a player can swing at full speed — without losing control or timing. If BAT SWING SPEED drops, power drops. PERIOD!!!Most hitters choose bats that are too long or too heavy because “bigge feels better”.It isn’t.
If swings are late → bat is too long/heavy.
If contact is inconsistent → bat is too heavy.
If balls are squared up but don’t carry → bat may be too light for many hitters.
Exposes flaws in hitter’s swing.
Player fatigue over long games or tournaments.