is this a good bat for an 11 year old of average size?
937361
I feel it would be. My son was 12 at the time he purchased it. We did notice an improvement in reaction time and better form due to the low weight to size ratio. Like anything tho good , dedicated practice and good equipment is key to improvement. My son is smaller than most 12 year olds on his team and I truly feel this bat was a big help for him
937362
I'd say awesome for a youth for the money. My son is 7 turning 8 this year. I don't know of a better one for the money, if you find it, let me know.
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!
937364
Yes. My son is 12, and about 5 ft 2 inches tall. The bat worked very well for him. He had been using a 30" bat and needed to move up. He hit very well this season with this bat.
1632991
I purchased this set for my 4 yr grandson. I feel it would be too small for an 11 yr old.
588803
Yes. It is a lot sturdier than the photo looks. The bat is solid and so is the base. The balls are the only things that are a little soft - they could probably get dented by a foot. My 4 year old has played with it a lot and it has held up surprisingly well for the price.
1201947
I am not sure the size on our bats. My daughter is 11 and plays softball. He bat fits very well and the top is Velcro so it is adjustable. The bottom has elastic as well.
246724
I think your son will love it. I have used it with my 11 and 14yr old sons for a year now. They are both good hitters, and we have a blast. We use the faster balls and they come in at a challenging pace. they are generally strikes, but not always.
1350716
I personally don't think this is a toy for 11 year olds. It's meant more for "posing and display" versus active play. If the 11 year old, however, is responsible and intends to play with care, then it should be fine. The tail of the toy, especially, can come apart (but can be put back together with some patience). Really depends on the child. I know 11 year olds who I would trust with it, but most of them would probably be better with a more durable, cheaper Godzilla. This particular Godzilla is meant for collectors.
108009
I think it might be a bit small for an eleven year old. I bought it for my 6 year old grandson and it was perfect for him. I would say the age would be up to 8 years old.
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.
1350909
A regular baseball bat is fine. This machine will help with hand/eye coordination. The balls are very small and it will help them perfect their hitting.
734878
My daughter is 10, and has just started learning to slap. This bat has been nothing short of awesome for power, average, and bunting. I am actually going to order another one. Two other girls on the team started using my daughter's bat, and one is getting it for Christmas!
343360
I got this ball for my 7 and 8 year old grandsons and it was a little to big. It should be fine for a 10-11 year old.
1337078
maybe at first, but not once it's broken in. I wouldn't get it for an 11 year old. My toddler is using it currently and already outgrowing it.
3857
Just a quick follow up, we bought one for our daughter who is 4' 6", 60-70lbs in 5th grade. We bought her a 29" 19 oz DeMarini, also called a drop 10 (-10). It's a good length and weight. You can find some good deals on these bats and if it's a starter, he will keep changing bats as his skill progresses. Good luck
102809
Yeah.... I don't know. I only bought it to use if someone tries to break into the house. Unfortunately, the attacker will probably get it away from me before I can get a good swing in. Its a nice bat and if I never use it I can give it to my grandson. I will check and see if it says anything on it that it is ok for Little League. It just says "Grand Slam Youth Baseball" and someones autograph. Also says "Powerized" and "Louisville Slugger" Louisville, Kentucky. Made in USA. I just read "Little League bylaws limit the size of any bat to 33 inches in length and 2 1/4 inches in diameter. This one is 29" and 2 1/4" diameter. I believe it is ok for Little League then! Yeah.... I don't know. I only bought it to use if someone tries to break into the house. Unfortunately, the attacker will probably get it away from me before I can get a good swing in. Its a nice bat and if I never use it I can give it to my grandson. I will check and see if it says anything on it that it is ok for Little League. It just says "Grand Slam Youth Baseball" and someones autograph. Also says "Powerized" and "Louisville Slugger" Louisville, Kentucky. Made in USA. I just read "Little League bylaws limit the size of any bat to 33 inches in length... » Read More Yeah.... I don't know. I only bought it to use if someone tries to break into the house. Unfortunately, the attacker will probably get it away from me before I can get a good swing in. Its a nice bat and if I never use it I can give it to my grandson. I will check and see if it says anything on it that it is ok for Little League. It just says "Grand Slam Youth Baseball" and someones autograph. Also says "Powerized" and "Louisville Slugger" Louisville, Kentucky. Made in USA. I just read "Little League bylaws limit the size of any bat to 33 inches in length and 2 1/4 inches in diameter. This one is 29" and 2 1/4" diameter. I believe it is ok for Little League then! « Show Less
2057050
It's actually as big as a very small moped. My 9 year old is about the smallest it will fit, so an 11 year old it would fit just fine.
526011
Catcher's gear shouldn't be a problem. Adding a batting helmet with a catchers mask/helmet could be a bit snug, but maybe not for a 10 year old.
478563
I think this would be perfect for a 5 yr old. my grandson was 6 when I got this one for him. He has used it a lot. Then I went to the sport store for his 7th birthday and bought a youth glove.