Equipment Guide
2024 BAT STANDARDS
As a result of the Gopher State Advisory Meeting, the Gopher State Baseball League will continue to use the USSSA bat standard for the 2024 season.
Please note that according to the USSSA bat standards, USA bats will also be legal to use in competition.
Bat standards are the same for MYAS/Gopher State and MBL/MBT.
Bat Length Chart
Determine bat length by athlete height and weight.
| Height | 36" - 40" | 41" - 45" | 46" - 48" | 49" - 52" | 53" - 56" | 57" - 60" | 61" - 64" | 65" - 68" | 69" - 72" | 73" + |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 lbs ≤ | 26" | 27" | 28" | 29" | 29" | |||||
| 61 - 70 lbs | 27" | 27" | 28" | 29" | 30" | 30" | ||||
| 71 - 80 lbs | 28" | 28" | 29" | 30" | 30" | 31" | ||||
| 81 - 90 lbs | 28" | 29" | 29" | 30" | 30" | 31" | 32" | |||
| 91 - 100 lbs | 28" | 29" | 30" | 30" | 31" | 31" | 32" | |||
| 101 - 110 lbs | 29" | 29" | 30" | 30" | 31" | 31" | 32" | |||
| 111 - 120 lbs | 29" | 29" | 30" | 30" | 31" | 31" | 32" | |||
| 121 - 130 lbs | 29" | 29" | 30" | 30" | 31" | 32" | 33" | 33" | ||
| 131 - 140 lbs | 29" | 29" | 30" | 31" | 31" | 32" | 33" | 33" | ||
| 141 - 150 lbs | 29" | 30" | 31" | 31" | 32" | 33" | 33" | |||
| 151 - 160 lbs | 29" | 30" | 31" | 31" | 32" | 33" | 33" | 33" | ||
| 161 - 170 lbs | 31" | 31" | 31" | 32" | 33" | 33" | 34" | |||
| 171 - 180 lbs | 32" | 33" | 33" | 34" | 34" | |||||
| 180 + lbs | 33" | 33" | 34" | 34" |
Glove Sizing
This table is a general guide for determining which glove size an athlete needs.
| Age | Position | Glove Size |
|---|---|---|
| 7 to 12 years old | 1st Base | 11.5" - 12" |
| 7 to 12 years old | Infield | 10.25" - 11.5" |
| 7 to 12 years old | Outfield | 11.5" - 12.25" |
| 12+ years old | 1st Base | 12" - 13" |
| 12+ years old | Infield | 11.25" - 12" |
| 12+ years old | Outfield | 12" - 12.75" |
Cleats & Spikes
- 9-12 year olds will use molded cleats or tennis shoes. No metal cleats or spikes are allowed at these age levels.
- 13-15 year olds will be allowed to use metal cleats/spikes. (note that some games may be played on turf or have a portable mound where metal spikes are not allowed)
Catchers Gear
SABA provides catchers gear for every team. If you choose to purchase your own catchers gear, please make sure it's NOCSAE Certified.
This certification is typically included directly in the product description or title when buying online.
Odds & Ends
- Batting Helmets (CDC Guide)*
- Cups & Supporters (Integrated Compression w/wo Slide Padding)*
- Batting Glove Buying Guide
- Eye Black (iSplack Matte Black)
- J-Bands™
Aforementioned product links are for example only, we do not endorse or require specific brands. *Denotes a required piece of equipment.