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BASEBALL / SOFTBALL BALL SIZE GUIDE

Smaller balls are easier to throw faster. Baseballs are the smallest due to the high-paced nature of the game. T-balls and 11" softballs are smaller to allow younger players with smaller hands to hold onto the ball easier. 12" ball is regulation for competitive softball. It is slightly harder to pitch at high speeds and requires more power to pitch and hit.

Size Age
Baseball 9" All Ages
T-Ball 10" Up to 9 Yrs. Old
Softball 11" 10-14 Yrs. Old
Softball 12" Under 16s Open - 16+ Yrs. Old


BASEBALL / SOFTBALL BAT SIZE GUIDE

Bat length depends on age and height. Smaller bats are used for younger players, the shorter length and lighter weight makes them easier to use. Longer and heavier bats allow for more power to be applied to the ball, allowing you to hit the ball further.

Size Age
24" - 26" Ages 5 - 7
26" - 28" Ages 8 - 9
28" - 29" 10 Yrs. Old
30" - 31" Ages 11 - 12
31" - 32" Ages 13 - 14
32" - 33" 15 Yrs. +


BASEBALL / SOFTBALL GLOVE SIZE GUIDE

Choosing a glove depends on your hand size. Generally younger players will require a smaller glove. Leather gloves are extremely robust and durable while PU leather gloves are durable and economical.

Size Age
10 1/2" Under 9 Yrs. Old
11 1/2" Ages 9 - 13
12 1/2" 13 1/2" 14 Yrs. +


BASEBALL FIELD DIMENSIONS

AFL Ball Sizing Guide

The regulation field is used in Australian Championship for the following age groups: Open Age, Under 18 & Under 16

  Age Distance between bases Distance home base to pitcher plate Foul line length from home base
Regulation Field Under 16 & 18 | Over 18 27.4m 18.45m 97.5m
Adolescent Field Under 14 24.384m 16.459m 76.7m
Little League   18.288m 14.02m 60.96m


HOME RUN FENCE

A home run fence is compulsory in all age groups so a totally enclosed playing field is obtained.

Under 14 foul line length 76.2m with a recommended 1.21m height for fence.

Under 16 and Under 18 foul line length is a minimum of 97.5m from home base.