Penalties for illegal bats will be enforced according to NFHS rules.
First Violation: The batter is called out (if discovered before the next pitch), and the head coach is restricted to the dugout for the remainder of the game.
Second Violation (Same Game): The batter is called out, and the head coach is ejected from the game.
Subsequent Violations: The batter is called out, and the head coach is ejected. The defense has the option to accept the penalty or the result of the play. Head coach penalties apply in both cases.
7u-12u: Metal & Composite bat
All bats used must display a branding, label, or stamp indicating USSSA BPF 1.15 Certification. USABat, BBCOR, and Wood bats are also permitted. Please note that effective August 15, 2024, Perfect Game will NOT allow the use of any (-5) USSSA BPF 1.15 Certified bats in 12U events.
13u-14u:Metal & Composite bat
13u: All bats used must display a branding, label, or stamp indicating USSSA BPF 1.15 Certification. Please note that length/weight ratios may vary depending on the division. USABat, BBCOR, and Wood bats are also permitted. For 13U divisions, both -5 and -3 bats are allowed. Please refer to the specific event home page for details on the permitted bat type for that event.
14u: Bats made of metal, composite, or wood are permitted. Please note that some events may have stricter bat restrictions, so it is important to double-check the specific event details. Wood bats must be composed of a single piece of wood. For further information on permitted bat types for each event, please refer to the event's dedicated webpage. 14U All Divisions: -3 BBCOR bats are required.
15u-18u: Metal & Composite bat
Bats made of metal, composite, or wood are permitted. The length-to-weight ratio must be -3 and the bat must be stamped BBCOR. Wood bats must be constructed from a single piece of wood. Please refer to the specific event home page for any additional bat restrictions that may apply to that particular event.
Red flag events will generally adhere to the following rules. However, event directors retain the right to modify these rules as necessary to ensure the best possible experience for all participants. Directors will always strive to make decisions that are fair and equitable. For White or Blue flag events, please refer to the "Bat Restrictions" tab for each individual event to determine the allowed bat types.
Updated Bat Rules 10.28.2024
Please note the updated bat rules highlighted below. All bats used in Perfect Game events and affiliated events must have the USSSA/NTS Stamp BPF 1.15 Certification. An example of this stamp is attached for reference. USABat, BBCOR, and Wood bats are also permitted for use.
At Perfect Game, we prioritize player safety and the integrity of the game. The following changes are being implemented to further elevate the on-field experience. Although these bats currently meet certification standards, their performance over extended use has been observed to present growing safety concerns for our participants.
Updated: April 8, 2024
Re-tooled models with updated numbers, orange end caps, and stickers can be used.
Note: Beginning January 1, 2021, the following bats are no longer permitted for use in Perfect Game events.
5150 Composite Pro Wood WC5150Big Stick R243CHBig Stick R243CSVELO Composite Wood R110CVVELO Composite Wood R110CHVELO Composite Wood R110CRVELO Composite Wood Y151CVRawlings Composite 243MBSRawlings Composite 243CUSRawlings Composite 110CMBRawlings CompositeY151CBRawlings Maple/Bamboo Composite 271 MBCRawlings Maple/Bamboo Composite SL151G
To further clarify, Perfect Game has rescinded its previous ban on the Easton Hype Fire -5 bat. Effective August 15, 2024, all years and models of this bat will be approved for use in Perfect Game events, excluding 12U events.
- At any time during a Perfect Game-sanctioned event, a Perfect Game Director or Umpire-in-Chief (UIC) may request to inspect a bat. If the owner or user of the bat refuses to allow this inspection, they will automatically be suspended from participating in all Perfect Game-sanctioned events for a period of three years. Alternatively, the owner or user may choose to permit the inspection, allowing for a determination of whether the bat has been altered. It is the responsibility of the bat owner or user to have knowledge of whether their bat has been altered or modified in any way.
- Altered Bat Definition: A bat whose physical composition has been modified beyond the original specifications of the manufacturer.
- Bats Exhibiting Damage, Wear, or Illegal Substances: Bats exhibiting any form of damage, including but not limited to cracks, warping, missing knobs or caps, or a rattling sound, are not permitted for use in Perfect Game-sanctioned events. All certifying markings or graphics on the bat must be clearly visible. Bats with worn-off certifying or identifying markings will be removed from play. No foreign substances are allowed on the bat barrel, and all identifying marks and graphics must be unobstructed. If a foreign substance is discovered or identifying marks are not visible, the bat will be removed from play.