We provide a few bats per team, but some kids like to bring their own bats. Some things to consider so your child doesn’t choose something that is not a fit for them. This is from Dick’s Sporting Goods Bat Buying Guide.

Choosing right weight

So to keep things simple, just try this test to make sure the bat isn’t too heavy.

To determine if a bat is too heavy, here’s one simple trick. Hold the bat handle and extend your arm away from your side. If you can’t hold the bat extended for 30-45 seconds, the bat might be too heavy for you.

Choosing right length

1. Place the bottom of the bat in the center of your chest, pointing it to the side, parallel to your outstretched arm. If you can comfortably reach the top of the bat with your fingertips, the bat is the right length.	2. Position the bottom of the bat in the center of your chest, facing outward. If your arm can reach out and grab the barrel of the bat, then it is the correct length.	3. Stand the bat up against the side of your leg. If the end of the bat reaches the center of your palm when you reach down, it’s the appropriate length.

Basics of Hitting

Each team will coach hitting their way, but if you are working on hitting from home here is a simple tutorial to get started: