Short Porch · 2026
5.6/10
Our read on this bat against other SSUSA senior slowpitch bats: barrel performance first, then shopper ratings, value and build. Certification standards cap how hot a bat may play, so we grade each bat against the ones it actually competes with rather than across the whole catalog. The diamond is the same read as a base hit: a Single is a lower rating, a Home run rounds all four bases.
Pop: Derived from construction, certification class, and barrel specs. Not a lab measurement. Consistency: Derived from construction forgiveness and agreement across retailer review sources. Not a lab measurement. Durability: Derived from construction, materials, and the manufacturer's stated warranty. Not a lab measurement.
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| Retailer | Price | Availability | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smash It Sports | $199.99 checked Nov 4 | In stock | See at Smash It Sports |
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| Length | Weight |
|---|---|
| 34 in | 25 oz |
| 34 in | 26 oz |
| 34 in | 27 oz |
Hover a division for the rule citation. Every verdict here is computed from our league rules registry, not guessed.
Senior Softball-USA (SSUSA)
Little League
USSSA Baseball
PONY Baseball
Babe Ruth League / Cal Ripken
High School (NFHS)
College (NCAA)
Adult leagues (MSBL/MABL national tournaments)
USA Softball (fastpitch)
USA Softball (slow pitch)
USSSA Slow Pitch
