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How To Pick The Right Bat Size For Youth Ballplayers

Wondering how to size a bat for youth? Make sure you get the perfect bat size for your youth player by using Phoenix Bats' youth bat sizing guide.

The Difference Between Wood Baseball and Wood Softball Bats

While baseball and softball share a lot of similarities in game play, there are notable differences between the two, including the types of bats used in each sport.

Wood vs Aluminum Bats: Which is Better?

If you're choosing between a wooden bat vs aluminum bat, consider the advantages of hitting with wood using these pro tips from Phoenix Bats.

The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Youth Baseball Bat

Is your child gearing up for little league? Give them the bat that will benefit them for years to come -- here is the best youth baseball bat buying guide.

What’s the Difference? Retail vs Custom Wood Bats

Retail bats are simply not as accurately cut as custom bats -- inexact measurements, from the length and width of the handle and the barrel to the weight of the bat.

All about Wooden Softball Bats

Wood bats have been around since the game's inception. Softball bats require higher-density hard wood like maple to transfer enough power to the larger, harder ball.

What’s in the Wood? How the Mighty Maple Bat Took Over

Many great things are made from the maple tree: syrup, sugar, Canada... so why not baseball bats? Maple is often regarded as a player's choice for a bat.

What’s in the Wood? The Birch Bat That Does It All

Birch bats are commonly dubbed a 'perfect mixture of ash and maple' -- typically described as having the hardness of a maple bat with the flex of an ash bat.

Fungo 101: Everything You Need To Know

Fungo bats can be confusing to both coaches and players. Read our commonly asked questions and learn all about this unique practice bat from the experts!

Practice Makes Perfect: The Story Behind the Fungo Bat

Fungo bats are made to be lighter for outfield and infield drills. Learn about the debated history and how you can incorporate the bats into your practice.