Are USSSA bats legal in travel ball?
Yes, in USSSA travel ball through 14U: a bat there carries USSSA 1.15, BBCOR or solid one-piece wood. From 15U, USSSA takes BBCOR or solid one-piece wood only. Drop limits vary by state, so ask the coach which apply.
The rules
USSSA 1.15 BPF mark on the taper, or BBCOR, or wood; barrel up to 2-3/4 in; drop limits vary by state (13U -5 in GA/FL, -8 in CA; 14U -5 allowed in some regions, BBCOR-only in others).
BBCOR .50 or wood.
USSSA stamp
The travel-ball stamp (1.15 BPF mark on the taper). Hotter than USA bats, barrels up to 2-3/4 in. Drop limits vary by state and age group.
Travel teams usually mean USSSA; ask the coach which state rules apply.
Where this comes from
- published USSSA 14U and under: USSSA - Baseball Bat New Mark Rules
- published USSSA 15U and above: USSSA - Baseball Bat New Mark Rules
- Our explainer: USSSA stamp
Every rule, with its source, is on How the fit works.
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