Louisville Slugger TPX Warrior Youth Baseball Bat: YB12W
Features
-13 Length to Weight Ratio
2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
7/8 Inch Standard Handle
7050 Alloy
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Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
One-Piece Aluminum Design
Synthetic Grip
End Cap
Approved for Play in Little League, Babe Ruth, Dixie, Pony, AABC, and USSSA
Ultra Lightweight
Balanced Swing Weight
Description
Reviews
Average Ratings Based on 28 Customer Reviews
big bang
Pros: U hit better
Cons: None
gummy bear
Pros: i hit better as well
Cons: none
Aztec
Pros: Well balanced, great pop, great price. Remember, get the mechanics of the swing down first then decide on your tool. This is a great addition to a great swing!
Cons:
t man
Pros: wow, great pop for a great price! balanced weight makes for a great strong swing, and no sting on off centered hits good ob louiville slugger
Cons: none yet
Anonymous
Pros: My son just got this bat and we love it. Just BP so far but already enjoy it.
Cons: None with the bat yet.
DY
Pros: Went 5-7 my with a double my first weekend.
Cons:
ss454
Pros: Great balance, lots of pop, very little sting even off the sweet spot. My son is 8, 4ft2 and 55lbs and has no problem puting balls in the outfield off this bat. His team now has 3 of these (2 28" and 1 29") and his has seen a lot of use. I'm giving it a 5 out of 5 because at this price point it is by far the best bat we've used. There are 4 reflex bats on our team that don't see any use now.
Cons: Has an odd sound that will make you think it's dead. All 3 sound dead but still hit great.
Big Freddie
Pros: My son just got the bat and hit well with it in his first couple games. He plays 12U AAA traveling ball and is batting .444 half way through the season. He thinks the TPX Warrior will help him keep his average high. He likes the balance, smooth swing, and good hitting force (he has the 32 inch model). He thinks the bat colors look really sharp. So, all in all, this is an excellent value - good looking, good hitting bat at a great price.
Cons: Nothing yet.
Va Dad
Pros: Right now, I'm giving the bat a 4, but there's potential to become a 5. I bought one (30/17) for my son to replace his 28in bat. At first, the sound takes getting used to. It's not the traditional ping. But tonight he hit a ground rule double into the L/C alley, and he's the smallest kid on the team.
Cons: None so far...
DMILLER
Pros: THIS BAT IS FOR KIDS WHO ARE JUST COMING UP TO PLAY LIKE FARM PONY TEEBALL IF YOU ARE A POWER HITTER THIS IS NOT FOR YOU I WOULD AWAYS GO WITH DeMARINI!!!!!!
Cons: HIT ANYWHERE BUT THE SWEET SPOT IT HAS NO POP
Evan
Pros: No sting good pop
Cons: 0
Trojan80
Pros: Lots of pop...good balance. My 5 year consistently hits solid shots with the 27in size.
Cons: Wish this came in a 26 inch.
DR
Pros: Just bought the 27" for my 7 year old. The bat has a very small sweet spot and unless you hit it the bat stung my 7 year olds hands, and no pop at all. If you do hit the small sweet spot, good feel and pop.
Cons: My 7 year old wasn't swinging as hard due to the bat stinging his hands.
the bommer
Pros: Everything about it is good.
Cons: Nothing.
ace
Pros: the grip is awesome no sting love the design,logo riverside RI all stars major boys i am smallest one on team i needed this bat
Cons: i wish it was cheaper but otherwise i love love it
Ntx Lobo's coach
Pros: Bat has good pop if you swing properly and don't try to get under it. Will hit with pop to the gaps.
Cons: Makes a funny sound.
Bad bat Max player
Pros: Good grip
Cons: Stinks no pop
Greay bat Lorenza E. Thomas coach
Pros: I bought this bat for my 10 yr old son as an extra bat to give him for his birthday. He snuck it to his practice before his birthday without me knowing and i couldn't get angry because i was impressed with how well he made contact with this bat. I also bought my 13 yr old the big barrel in this same bat and was even more shocked as to how far he was hitting the ball with this one also. Great bat for the buck I'd buy another if needed.
Cons: Maybe a little more grip on the handle but nothing to complain about.
tpx warrior oneida outdoors player
Pros: great swing weight and no vibration.
Cons: no range when hit
Great bat for my seven yearold Joe parent
Pros: Good light weight bat for my seven year old machine pitch player. He gets the bat around quick and his last two games as hit two RBI singles, a double and triple.
Cons: This is his second Warrior bat. The first one has dent in two places. My son hit it so well I decided to give it a second try.
Great bat for the buck Lorenza Thomas parent
Pros: No vibration my 10 year old son don't use his batting gloves
Cons: Does not have much sound during contact.
PROUD DAD PROUD DAD parent
Pros: It has good pop for a lower priced bat. It allows my son to have a smooth swing. This is his first year on Coach Pitch/ Shirt & cap & the machine jumped from 32 to 45. Last 3 games he has gone 7-9 with base hits & doubles.
Cons: He complains about it stinging his hands a good bit. Not sure if its just him hitting low on the handle or just the bat. Overall I am happy with it.
Sweet bat Coop player
Pros: Everything about this bat is awesome buy it. Hits great got it today hit one super dooper hard!
Cons: Nothing
Good pop for a -13. Very good value. Patrick coach
Pros: (Based on U9 kids - 28") Light. At this age, generating good bat speed and getting the head out front was a higher priority for me than power. It has done that. The kids are driving the ball and the popularity of the bat has increased substantially.
Cons: Tiny barrel. I would also assume small sweet spot, but haven't seen any evidence other than needing to buy my son batting gloves due to some wicked vibrations when off the hands or end of bat.
got bat speed? Big Tom parent
Pros: The -13 weight/length ratio did the trick for my 8-year old. Similar to the Omaha of the same brand, this bat has a shorter barrell/sweet spot. Even so, it pushes for more skill and eye on the ball - hands to the ball technique that a bat with a longer barrell. The ball flies off the bat when you connect. Much easier to get around on the inside pitch and to reach to outside part of the plate. Money well spent.
Cons: From what I've seen the Warrior BIG BARRELL bat is the better of the two models. Seems like the big bat came first and then put this bat on a diet for Little League specs. Still, this is a great bat for the price in the coach-pitch and minor league divisions.
what tyler thinks Tyler player
Pros: It`s light and has a good feel with great look.
Cons: It hurts when you do not get a solid hit.
Disappointed Grandson Proud Team Nanna parent
Pros: With the -13 drop it is a very light-weight bat for length size. For the price it can be a good transition bat from Tee Ball to Jr. Minor league because of the bat speed.
Cons: Sounds dead when the ball comes off the bat even when it is a solid hit. Yes the barrel is 2 1/4" diameter, but the barrel length itself is not very long. My father bought the 28" for my 4', right at 50 pound, 8 year old grandson this past fall. After the first few at-bats with it he has consistently been using other players' bats. He's a very strong hitter for his age and size and he gets good speed out of the bat, but with the shorter barrel size it makes it harder to get anything but line drives with it.
My prespective Parker A2000 player
Pros: Great pop, amazing hits with this
Cons: Stings if just off the sweet spot
Questions and Answers
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We got this bat for our granddaughter based on her height and weight (30 in 17 ounce). The Texas coach says it cannot be used in youth softball tournament play, yet she hits very well with it. It has a 2 1/4. What is wrong with it for softball? grandparent
Louisville makes this bat in a 26" as well. I would like to know if you will be getting the 26" of this model. Lalo418
Is this bat a single wall bat and can it be used in the leauge after T-ball and before Little Leauge? J-man
My son is eight and starting baseball this year. I know he needs a 27/14 bat, but what would be the best bat for him? geno
My son is eight and starting baseball this year. I know he needs a 27/14 bat but what would be the best bat for him? geno
How is this bat compared to Combat B1? Which is better in pop and more sweet spot? Looking for a 27/14. 702
How would you compare this bat with the Rawlings Plasma? My son currently has an older model Warrior bat and I'm just curious as to the comparison. Kevin
Does this bat have the USSSA 1.15 stamp? andy
Do you have to break this bat in? Fernando
My son is 5 feet tall and weighs 90 lbs. He is swinging a TPX Warrior 29/17 to help him get through the zone quicker. I see smaller players using larger bats. He likes this bat, is this appropriate size for him? Thoughts? johnny swings late
My son is 6 1/2, 3'11" and around 45 lbs. playing Coach Pitch. What size barrel would you recommend for him? chiti
Is it a BBCOR bat? wert
Hello, my son is 7 years old 4'1" and weighs 70 lbs. What would be a good size bat for him? This is his 1st year I am looking at the Louisville Slugger TPX Warrior YB12W and Rawlings Plasma: YBPLA4 Youth. Which do you prefer? Thanks! Domo
Is this bat ASA approved? Abby's
Is this a good bat for an 11 year old who's previous bat is a 30 inch -12? He is not tall, but 120 lbs. Good swing. Wanna Know
My son is 4 (42in 42 lbs), this is his first year. All of the boys have bats except him because I wanted him to have a chance to try out others before we bought one. All of the others seem too heavy. Would this be good in a -12 and 27in? Katie
My son is playing in Dixie Youth AA league and the rules say he cannot use a T ball bat. He is only 43" tall and needs a light bat. Will the 27" 14 oz. bat meet the requirements? BaseballMom
Will this bat be okay to use if the coach pitch league throws overhand? My son is 6 yrs old and weighs about 42 lbs, what bat size do you recommend? The little league rules are only regulated to 2 1/4" barrels. IMUA
What is the BPF rating? Dink
Is this bat good for Majors Youth? WhoKhers
How will this bat perform in a pitching machine league? CoachDave
What causes these bats to dent? This is my second Warrior bat. The first one dented in two locations. I decided to give it a second try since my son hits it so well. Joe
Is this a softball bat appropriate for 8 year old girl? Claiborne
I am 9 years old, 4'2" and weigh 55 pounds. I am in the instructional league. Is this a good bat for me? cal
My son is a beginner. He is 11 years old and weighs 92 lbs. Is this a good bat? What size? Markell
I am 13 years old and I play baseball for a 13u Travel teams. Is this a good bat for me? Juju
I just received the Warrior today and the barrel looks very small. It's a 27". Are all 2 1/4" barrelled bats this way? Guayo
Is this a -3 bat because at my age and my league, I need them? The plug
About the Brand
In 1842, J. Frederick Hillerich emigrated with his family from Baden-Baden, Germany to the United States. Eight years before, the 1834 Book of Sports had made its debut as the nation's first publication covering baseball. But when he arrived in Baltimore, J. Frederick Hillerich would never have dreamed of the future impact his family would have on America's favorite pastime.
After a short while, the Hillerichs moved to Louisville, where J. Fred started a woodworking shop in 1856. Two of his sons, Adam and John Andrew "Bud" were born in the United States and would later join their father in his business. By 1864 "J.F. Hillerich, Job Turning" was in operation and filled orders for businesses by custom-turning everything from balusters to bedposts.
The firm thrived, and by 1875 the little woodworking shop employed about 20 people. In 1880 Bud Hillerich, who was an amateur baseball player, became an apprentice in his father's shop. Young Bud made his own baseball bats along with bats for several of his teammates.
The debate over the origins of the first bat continues to generate controversy among baseball enthusiasts, but the younger Hillerich was most certainly involved in getting his father's business involved with what would become the company's signature item. According to company legend, the first bat was turned by Bud for Pete "The Old Gladiator" Browning in 1884. Browning was a star on Louisville's professional American Association team - the Eclipse. On a spring afternoon Bud, then seventeen, witnessed Browning break his favorite bat. Bud offered to make a bat for his hero, and Browning accepted. After the young wood shop apprentice lathed a quality stick from white ash, according to the story, Browning got three hits with it in the next game.
Louisville Slugger gloves are worn by more pitchers in Major League Baseball than any other glove.
Bat Properties
Barrel Diameter | 2 1/4 |
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Baseball Bats | Youth |
Bat Type | Baseball |
Deals | Closeout Bats Bundle and Save |
Length to Weight Ratio | -13 |
Material | Aluminum |
Vendor | Louisville Slugger |
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