Louisville Slugger

Louisville Slugger 2022 Nexus -12 Fastpitch Softball Bat

$399.99

Eligible for free shipping on Canadian orders $150+.

SKU:WBL2459010

Length/Weight: 28/16 28/16 30/18

You should be able to size this product without leaving SportsZone. Start with the physical measurement below, use the rule of thumb as a quick check, then match it to the chart. Manufacturer-specific numbers are used where reliable; SportsZone starting charts are clearly labelled where brands vary.

Rule of thumbLength from height and weight; drop from strength and league rules.If the player cannot control the bat one-handed, go lighter before going longer.

Sizes/options sold on this product

Length/Weight: 28/16, 30/18

01

Measure player height and weight

Use both measurements for bat length. A quick physical check: stand the bat vertically beside the player; the knob should reach around the centre of the palm.

Bat length by age

Age	Starting length
5–7	24–26"
8–9	26–28"
10	28–29"
11–12	30–31"
13–14	31–32"
15–16	32–33"
17+	34"

Bat length by height and weight

Weight	41–45"	46–48"	49–52"	53–56"	57–60"	61–64"	65–68"	69–72"	73"+
≤60 lb	27"	28"	29"	29"	—	—	—	—	—
61–70	27"	28"	29"	30"	30"	—	—	—	—
71–80	28"	28"	29"	30"	30"	31"	—	—	—
81–100	28"	29"	29–30"	30"	30–31"	31"	32"	—	—
101–120	29"	29"	30"	30"	31"	31"	32"	—	—
121–140	29"	29"	30"	30–31"	31"	32"	33"	33"	—
141–160	—	29"	30"	31"	31"	32"	33"	33"	33"
161–180	—	—	31"	31"	31–32"	32–33"	33"	33–34"	34"
180+	—	—	—	—	—	33"	33"	34"	34"

Then choose drop.Drop = bat length minus bat weight. League certification and the player's ability to control the barrel decide the final drop.

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Overview

The Louisville Slugger 2022 Nexus -12 Fastpitch Softball Bat is a lightweight two-piece composite model built for young fastpitch hitters. Its Performance Composite barrel provides a large hitting surface, while the XCT Connection System helps reduce vibration between the barrel and handle.

A balanced swing weight and lightweight X-Cap are designed to support bat speed and control. The Nexus uses a 2 1/4-inch barrel and carries common fastpitch certifications including USA Softball and USSSA.

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