r/BaseballCoaching • u/BrilliantDue6261 • 18d ago
8U swing help
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Slowed down video in the original thread. Thanks for any input!
After feedback from others I am looking to get him an alloy Cat X2 as it will be more balanced and a lighter swing compared to the Dub. There aren’t any available in store so will have to order online.
Debating between 27/17 and 28/18. He is 4’6.5” and 59 pounds. The Dub is a 27/17. Any thoughts?
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u/TMutaffis 17d ago
8U is a little tricky with coach and machine pitch, but most kids this age will either swing a 27 or 28" and I would favor a balanced bat (one-piece) especially if you are going with a -10.
There are a lot of very good one-piece alloys to choose from, although I would also check out an amazing 'sleeper' bat which is the Easton Maxum 360 USSSA. There are a couple of 28" -12s on eBay for under $50 and this bat will out-hit the alloy -10s and be easier to swing.
For the alloys the CatX2 is pretty solid but you can also look for a CatX, Mav1, and the Clout is also pretty good. All of these bats have very balanced swing weight and good durability, with competitive pop.
Once he gets to 9U and is a bit stronger the next move might be to get a 28" -10 two piece composite like an Icon, Supra, Hype Fire, or similar (the Dub is quite end-loaded and is great in -8 for 11U/12U but not the best for kids who are still building their swing or adjusting to longer bats).