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
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.