The specifications have not changed, the rules have not changed, only the logo has changed. Bats and balls with the USA Softball stamp ARE legal for ASA play!

Are USA bats allowed in Asa?

Can you use ASA bats in USA play and vice versa? Fortunately, because these two are ultimately the same entity, you can indeed interchange ASA bats and USA bats and all other approved gear. Therefore, ASA bats and ASA balls are legal for USA play, as are USA bats and balls for ASA play!

Are ASA and USA bats the same?

USA (ASA) Slowpitch Softball Bats are used in leagues and tournaments by players of all ages. In 2020 ASA changed its name to USA, making 2 different Bat Stamps. The new USA Softball Stamp denotes current models and will continue to go on bats moving forward.

Is ASA and USA Softball the same?

OKLAHOMA CITY — The Amateur Softball Association (ASA) of America/USA Softball, the National Governing Body (NGB) of Softball in the U.S., announced today their organizational rename and rebrand to USA Softball and new logo, which will be effective January 1, 2017.

What bats can I use in ASA softball?

As a general rule, all fast pitch softball bats must have a 2 1/4 inch barrel diameter and must not be over 34 inches in length and 31 1/2 oz in weight. Bats must also be marked with the USA/ASA Certified stamp. These bats should perform within the limits of the 98 mph batted ball speed standard.

Are USA bats 1.15 BPF?

Q: What does this mean? A: The USABat standard replaced the 1.15 Bat Performance Factor (BPF) standard. Both standards establish limits for barrel performance, but the USABat standard mandates a more wood-like performance than 1.15 BPF.

How do I know if a bat is ASA approved?

To get the ASA stamp, fastpitch bats need to be tested and have the ball come off the bat no faster than 98 MPH. Anderson Bat Company has 4 fastpitch bats with the ASA stamp in its 2020 bat line.

What is ASA certified bat?

An ASA-Approved Testing Facility is a scientific test lab certified by ASA to conduct softball and/or softball bat testing. A test lab desiring to become ASA-Approved must first submit an application for certification.

What is the new Usssa stamp?

Sep 1, 2019. New USSSA Bat Stamp: USSSA is transitioning their bat testing to a new facility, NTS Chesapeake. There will be a New USSSA Baseball Bat Stamp in 2020 to denote which bats are tested by NTS. The bat standard is NOT changing, only the stamp and ALL Current Bats will be grandfathered in with no stop date.

Are USSSA bats legal in Asa?

For instance, ASA approved bats must adhere to the 98 mph batted-ball speed standard, while bats approved for USSSA and other associations are allowed to have a much hotter 100+ mph batted ball speed and a bat performance factor (BPF) of 1.20 or sometimes more. You can find a full rundown of rules and regulations here.

How do you know if a softball bat is illegal?

Bats that are broken, altered or that deface the ball are illegal. Materials inside the bat or treatments/devices used to alter the bat specifications and/or enhance performance (e.g., shaving, rolling or artificially warming the bat barrel) are prohibited and render the bat illegal.

Can a USA bat be used in USSSA?

Can I Use a USA Bat in USSSA Play? Yes. You are allowed to use a USA Baseball Bat in USSSA certified play, but we do not recommend that you do. The reason is that the performance difference between the two certifications is sizable.

Can you use a senior bat in USSSA?

Age Groups 40+ and Above may use any bat Stamped 1.21 BPF Senior. It does not have to be USSSA stamped until they are available. However, it must be from a USSSA licensed manufacturer.

Why are USSSA bats illegal?

I knew that the leagues in our area had outlawed “USSSA” bats, because they had way too much pop, and adopted the “USA” bat standard, which strove to make bats that hit like wood ones, but maintained the durability of metal bats. It was partially a safety issue.

Are Bbcor bats better than USA bats?

USA bats and BBCOR bats are actually very similar when it comes to performance. They are designed to have very similar hit speeds to BBCOR baseball bats, thus making them a favorite for younger players getting ready to move up to High School where BBCOR bats are a requirement.

What's the difference between a USA bat and a USSSA bat?

The difference between the two standards is actually very simple. The USSSA BPF 1.15 bats will be more lively and will, simply put, hit the ball further and the USA bats. In conclusion, USSSA bats are not permitted to be used in game play in any of the USA Baseball member organizations (Rec League).

What is the difference between Bbcor and USA bat?

But, BBCOR bats have much greater mass as they are required to be drop 3 while USA bats are not that heavy. Bat's with a higher swing weight (as almost all BBCOR bats do compared to USA bats) will hit the ball father. You can find BBCOR bats that swing lighter than USA Bats.

What softball bats are illegal?

Multi-wall bats that have composite in the barrel are illegal. It has a barrel made of composite material. (The entire barrel of a LEGAL bat should be made entirely of metal, typically aluminum. By contrast, composite bats are made of a carbon fiber blend.)

What bats are illegal for high school softball?

THE OFFICIAL BAT.

Only bats that pass through a 2-1/4-inch (5.7150 cm) diameter bat ring are legal. Each bat shall be no more than 2-1/4 inches (5.7150 cm) in diameter at its thickest part, no more than 34 inches (86.360 cm) in length, and not exceed 38 ounces (1077.30 g) in weight.

What slow pitch softball bats are illegal?

Three such bats, the Miken Ultra and Ultra II and the Easton Synergy, have been banned by most - if not all - softball associations and are no longer manufactured.

What is a USA approved bat?

Rule 1.10 – Baseball

The bat must be a baseball bat which meets the USA Baseball Bat standard (USABat) as adopted by Little League. It shall be a smooth, rounded stick, and made of wood or of material and color tested and proved acceptable to the USA Baseball Bat standard (USABat).

Is the ghost bat illegal?

Please be aware there are two ghost bats – one is legal in USSSA but not certified by USA Softball and therefore not legal in High School or College; the other is certified by USA Softball but not USSSA so it is illegal for USSSA use but legal in High School or College.

Are BBCOR bats USA approved?

USA Baseball will allow the use of 2 big barrel bats for all age levels. BBCOR bats are permitted for Intermediate (50-70) Division and Junior League Division, but must be labeled with a silkscreen or other permanent certification mark.

What bats are USSSA approved?

USSSA Baseball Bats are USSSA approved youth baseball bats with a length to weight ratio from Drop 5, Drop 8, Drop 9, Drop 10, Drop 11, and Drop 12. These bats have a barrel range starting at 2 5/8in and up to 2 3/4in.

Are USSSA bats better than USA?

In short, any decent USSSA bat will outperform a USA Bat by a considerable margin. While it depends on a number of factors you should expect a legitimate 5 to 10% improvement in total distance and exit speeds. (That is, a 200-foot shot is now a 210 to 220-foot shot).