What bats are illegal in ASA softball?

What bats are illegal in ASA softball?

For safety reasons, the League limits the use of bats with composite exterior barrels to Open B, CC, Open C only. Titanium bats and all bats that appear on the ASA’s official list of banned bats are illegal in all divisions.

Do softball bats expire?

How long will a Fastpitch bat last? It is hard to put an exact expiration date on a bat, but under normal circumstances, composite and aluminum bats will last about a year before they start to lose their pop.

What makes a bat ASA certified?

First, the manufacturer contacts ASA and submits samples of the softball bat or softball that it wants approved. The manufacturer signs a testing agreement and the samples are shipped to an ASA-approved testing facility. At the test lab, samples are tested according to the ASA performance standard.

Can ASA bats be used in USSSA?

A couple years ago virtually all ASA bats could be used in USSSA now if you buy an ASA bat is most likely only legal in ASA.

Is a USA bat ASA approved?

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!

Can you pick up a dead bat?

If you need to dispose of a dead bat found on your property, pick it up with a plastic bag over your hand or use disposable gloves. Place both the bat and the bag into another plastic bag, spray with disinfectant, close the bag securely, and dispose of it with your garbage.

Do composite bats go dead?

Yes. Just like any bat, composite bats do lose their pop or power over time after enough use. Remember though that a composite bat has to be fully broken in before you start assessing if the quality of the bat is declining.

How do I know if my bat is ASA approved?

Many fastpitch leagues require the ASA (Amateur Softball Association) stamp. To get the ASA stamp, fastpitch bats need to be tested and have the ball come off the bat no faster than 98 MPH.

Is Isa the same as Asa?

BASEBALL & SOFTBALL ASSOCIATIONS ASA: Amateur Softball Association. ISA: Independent Softball Association.

What is white nose syndrome?

White-nose syndrome is a disease that affects hibernating bats and is caused by an invasive, cold-loving fungus. The fungus grows on bats’ skin, disturbing their hibernation and resulting in dehydration, starvation and often death.