what size bat is good for 8-9 years old?
284054
This bat is perfect for my 10 yr old grandson. He is 90lb and about 4' 9" tall
284055
I would check at your sporting good store because it depends on height and weight of each individual child. I believe there is a smaller version of this bat but we purchased the 30.
1515515
We bought this for our 8 year old. At her ability level, it's perfect for her. It's pitches are consistent within about a 9" diameter and works very well, but pitches overhanded. I asked my hubby (who is their coach) and he suggested the next model up for a teenager in varsity softball with underhanded pitching. He is impressed with this UPM45 model and says it would be "good enough" if that's all you can afford, but their UPM55 might be a better choice. It's red and $380 on Amazon. Reviews seem mixed, but there aren't many so it's tough to say. Perhaps you'll find more reviews at another site. Good luck! We bought this for our 8 year old. At her ability level, it's perfect for her. It's pitches are consistent within about a 9" diameter and works very well, but pitches overhanded. I asked my hubby (who is their coach) and he suggested the next model up for a teenager in varsity softball with underhanded pitching. He is impressed with this UPM45 model and says it would be "good enough" if that's all you can afford, but their UPM55 might be a better choice. It's red and $380 on Amazon. Reviews seem mixed, but there aren't many so it's tough to say. Perhaps you'll find more... » Read More We bought this for our 8 year old. At her ability level, it's perfect for her. It's pitches are consistent within about a 9" diameter and works very well, but pitches overhanded. I asked my hubby (who is their coach) and he suggested the next model up for a teenager in varsity softball with underhanded pitching. He is impressed with this UPM45 model and says it would be "good enough" if that's all you can afford, but their UPM55 might be a better choice. It's red and $380 on Amazon. Reviews seem mixed, but there aren't many so it's tough to say. Perhaps you'll find more reviews at another site. Good luck! « Show Less
42466
My son has the medium and it says 10/12. He has some room to grow and he is about average for a 9 year old. It also has the expandable arms that grow out a bit.
232560
This particular bat that I purchased and you're asking about is the 2-1/4" barrel Little League approved bat. Great bat. However, DeMarini also sells a 2-5/8" barrel limited edition bat if you're looking for that size.
103750
The size is just perfect for my 3 year old. I would imagine that it is too small for an 8 year old.
206021
I bought the 4x6 for my 10 year old, but my 4 year old uses them too. He'll be able to grow into them, but the 2x3 would be more size appropriate.
978304
This is perfect for a 2 year old, probably a little small for a 9 year old.
68935
I bought this bat for my daughter's 11th birthday. I got the 31-20, (-11). My daughter loves this bat and doing well with it on her travel team. She has teammates from her LL league team and her travel team go out and buy this bat after using it. I can't tell you exactly what size to buy, but you can find some good info on the internet. Hope this helps some.
383280
This would be a good size for an 8 year old. At its highest height, it works for my 7, 9 and 11 year old. You can adjust the height as she grows as well.
937363
Hard to say really. My son is 8 now and probably will use it next year too. We like it for now, but may look at jumping into a higher level Easton at 10 or 11. You could always go to a Dicks Sporting Goods to swing it. Your son would probably do OK with it for this year but I wouldn't be surprised if he wanted to "upgrade" next year. Good luck!
400678
Might be a little small for 8 year old. Mine grandsons are 2 and 4 and it is just right for them.
60645
My 6 year old hits it. I would say as early as they can understand how to swing bat properly. Also will depend on how tall. I put it on the shortest height for my six year old. It is like a ball high in the strike zone for him so it's not the ideal down the middle height but it works.
1515513
We bought this for our 8 year old. At her ability level, it's perfect for her. It's pitches are consistent within about a 9" diameter and works very well, but pitches overhanded. I asked my hubby (who is their coach) and he suggested the next model up for a teenager in varsity softball with underhanded pitching. He is impressed with this UPM45 model and says it would be "good enough" if that's all you can afford, but their UPM55 might be a better choice. It's red and $380 on Amazon. Reviews seem mixed, but there aren't many so it's tough to say. Perhaps you'll find more reviews at another site. Good luck!
1988144
Well we are using for 9 years old boys and fits perfect could be for 1 more year of usage. My thinking is that could be use from 8 years thru 10 years old kids.
1690013
A couple of important questions ... How tall are you? When you cock the bat, how high is the top of the bat? If the answers to both questions is less than 6 feet, you shouldn't have any problems unless a third question comes into play ... are you still growing? My grand daughter is 10 years old and uses it every day. It is a good product.
57148
No this bat is balanced. You would be looking or a bat that is end loaded. It is heavier at the end bringing bat around quicker. At 6 years old she should work on getting the correct stance and form using her hips to come around. The hips are the key to more power. Use a good bat but at 6 I would get a good bat like this and work on form. Equipment can help but skill and hard work is the key to any good player. Good Luck!
2066750
I bought this for my 8 yr old son. I think it would be great for up to maybe 10 depending on the size of the child.