Approved Softball Bats

Below is a quick guide to softball bats approved for play in different softball leagues across North America. Please note that the status of bats is always changing, so make sure to check with your league for up to date information regarding the status of any softball bat.

• NSA Approved Bat List - Bats approved by the NSA
• NSA Altered Bat & Altered Ball Procedures - Details of how altered bats and balls will be handled in NSA play.
• USSA Approved Bat List
• USSA Altered Bat Procedures
• ASA Non Approved Bat List - A list of bats that are NOT approved by the American Softball Association.
• About the ASA Certification Program - Overview of the ASA certification process, including the changes made to the program in 2004.
• ISA Approved Bat List

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