Louisville Slugger Flylite Y243 Poplar Wood Youth Baseball Bat: WTLWYS243A18
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Under the Wood Bat Warranty, JustBats will provide a one-time replacement of your wood bat should it experience the following conditions within 30 days of the bat’s arrival:
- Severe denting
- Structural cracking
- Collapsed cupping affecting performance
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Lizard Skins Bat Grips
$9.95 - $19.95
Lizard Skins grips feature Durasoft Polymer material. Lizard Skin works as a great all-around grip, balancing cushion with thickness, and providing the highest amount of versatility. This thickness is also great for transitioning to wood bats. DSP (Dura-Soft Polymer) batting grip was created based on the highly successful DSP handlebar tape for road bikes. Utilizing their knowledge and experience in developing grips, Lizard Skins designed and created this new innovative batting tape for baseball and softball players. Order the official bat grip of Major League Baseball today!
Lizard Skins grips feature Durasoft Polymer material. Lizard Skin works as a great all-around grip, balancing cushion with thickness, and providing the highest amount of versatility. This thickness is also great for transitioning to wood bats. DSP (Dura-Soft Polymer) batting grip was created based on the highly successful DSP handlebar tape for road bikes. Utilizing their knowledge and experience in developing grips, Lizard Skins designed and created this new innovative batting tape for baseball and softball players. Order the official bat grip of Major League Baseball today!
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Routine Batting Gloves
$29.95
Sizing Chart for the Perfect Fit
We recommend getting the same size as your current pair of batting gloves. If you don't have a pair, measure the size of your hand from the top of your wrist to the top of your middle finger to find your recommended size:
- Youth Small: 6"
- Youth Medium: 6.25"
- Youth Large: 6.5"
- Unisex Small: 7.25"
- Unisex Medium: 7.5"
- Unisex Large: 7.75"
- Unisex Extra-Large: 8"
Routine Guarantee
Backed by a Try-on guarantee! Play with them and return your pair within 14 days if they do not fit. Each pair also comes with a 365-day return policy on batting gloves that are in the original condition.
From the date of purchase, you can try them out, and if they do not fit or work perfectly for you, you may return them within 14 days for an exchange or full refund, even after trying them out. Returns are handled directly through JustBats.
Sizing Chart for the Perfect Fit
We recommend getting the same size as your current pair of batting gloves. If you don't have a pair, measure the size of your hand from the top of your wrist to the top of your middle finger to find your recommended size:
- Youth Small: 6"
- Youth Medium: 6.25"
- Youth Large: 6.5"
- Unisex Small: 7.25"
- Unisex Medium: 7.5"
- Unisex Large: 7.75"
- Unisex Extra-Large: 8"
Routine Guarantee
Backed by a Try-on guarantee! Play with them and return your pair within 14 days if they do not fit. Each pair also comes with a 365-day return policy on batting gloves that are in the original condition.
From the date of purchase, you can try them out, and if they do not fit or work perfectly for you, you may return them within 14 days for an exchange or full refund, even after trying them out. Returns are handled directly through JustBats.
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Available in Youth & Full Sizes
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Adjustable wrist strap: Secure, custom fit for every player.
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Chrome logo treatment
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Digitally embossed goatskin palm chosen for superior durability.
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Embossed branding: Adds a distinctive, professional flair.
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Perforated fingers: Improved airflow for cool, dry hands.
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Reinforced palm and thumb wrap in high wear zones.
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Seamless, 4 way stretch lycra back of hand with silicone reinforcement for breathability and comfort.
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Try-on guarantee: Wear them and return within 14 days if they’re not the right fit.
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365-day return policy on batting gloves that are in the original condition
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EvoShield 2.0 Sliding Mitt
$49.95 - $59.95
- Secures and supports the wrist for added stability
- Adjustable for quick and easy on/off
- Measures 11.5”H x 5”W
- Designed for wear on either hand, depending on your preference
- Rubber bumper covers the top of the fingers for added protection when contacting a base
- Separate protective shields enhance dexterity, allowing for a better grip on the base
- Soft cloth material inside the mitt covers the thumb hole, improving comfort when wearing with your thumb inside
- Secures and supports the wrist for added stability
- Adjustable for quick and easy on/off
- Measures 11.5”H x 5”W
- Designed for wear on either hand, depending on your preference
- Rubber bumper covers the top of the fingers for added protection when contacting a base
- Separate protective shields enhance dexterity, allowing for a better grip on the base
- Soft cloth material inside the mitt covers the thumb hole, improving comfort when wearing with your thumb inside
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GAMMA Supreme Tac Bat Overgrip
$5.99
You've selected your new bat! But now you are hoping for some additional tack on the handle...or you just want to switch up the color of the grip.
Have no fear! Purchase this super-thin (0.5 mm) GAMMA Overgrip that can go right over your bat's existing handle grip (or you can put it on the bare handle of a wood bat). Better yet, you can pay a small fee to have the JustBats' gripping experts put the grip on the bat for you!
You've selected your new bat! But now you are hoping for some additional tack on the handle...or you just want to switch up the color of the grip.
Have no fear! Purchase this super-thin (0.5 mm) GAMMA Overgrip that can go right over your bat's existing handle grip (or you can put it on the bare handle of a wood bat). Better yet, you can pay a small fee to have the JustBats' gripping experts put the grip on the bat for you!
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Y243 Turn Model - Youth Wood Baseball Bat That May Feel A Little Barrel Heavy. However, Any Youth Batter Should Be Able To Handle It. Profile Of Bat Should Compare To An Adult Wood Bat Made In The 243 Turn Model.
Approximate -10 Length To Weight Ratio (+/- 2 oz.)
Balanced To Slightly End-Loaded Swing Weight
Built From Poplar Wood (Softer And Lighter Wood That Will Compress [Harden] With Increased Use)
Cupped Barrel End
Slightly Flared Knob
Meets Requirements Of Most Youth Organizations (Approved For Little League)
Colorway: Gray | Red Logos
Description
Dig into the box with the newest member of the Louisville Slugger Youth bat family, the Flylite Series. The Flylite Youth Y243 is a super-lightweight bat designed for the game's next generation of stars. This bat is approved for all youth baseball organizations and is the perfect option for young players looking for a wood alternative. Made from poplar wood, these models allow young hitters to get to pitches more quickly especially with the light -10 drop weight. Louisville Slugger: Others Make Bats, We Make History.
This Louisville Slugger Flylite Poplar Wood Baseball Bat (WTLWYS243A18) features a Y243 turn model, a balanced and super light swing weight, a grey finish, and red decals. The best part is the fact that each one of these wood baseball bats is meticulously handcrafted with pride right here in the USA! Give your player every advantage at the plate and order one of these Louisville Slugger Flylite wood baseball bats today with free shipping and expert customer service right here at JustBats.com. Don't forget, we're here from click to hit!
Reviews
Average Ratings Based on 12 Customer Reviews
I don’t have one yet I lied about my review Other
Pros: All
Cons: All
Not Good Purchase Chris Parent
Pros: Looks cool
Cons: Performs poor cracked with 15 hits
Very Light Bat Bart Parent
Pros: Lightweight, good balance, good sound when hitting.
Cons: None yet. Other reviews have said this bat breaks easily, but with a wood this light, that is to be expected. You can't have everything. If you want a strong bat, get ash or maple. If you want a light bat, get poplar.
Decent bat for the money Jerod Howell Coach
Pros: Light weight and durable so far. We put a new grip on it and my son likes it a lot.
Cons: Disappointed in the finish. The Louisville Slugger logo is just a sticker and ours has air bubbles and ripples in it.
Fun for about 25 hits Jake Parent
Pros: Light, cheap, feels fun
Cons: Cheap. 25 hits and 8ry old cracked it.
No good Tee Parent
Pros: Lightweight
Cons: my son broke it on the first hit not durable at all
Not durable Christopher Parent
Pros: Light weight feel, good pop.
Cons: My son is a 75 pound 11 year old. He hit maybe 75 balls off the tee the first night he had this bat. After he was done, I noticed the barrel was dented in many spots from the laces on the baseball. I would recommend you don't buy this bat.
Do not buy! Paul Coach
Pros: None
Cons: I bought this bat for my son for Christmas to use this winter in the batting cage. Literally the 10th hit and the bat split from the barrel down thru the handle. Don't waste your time with this bat!
8 year old thoughts Nic Boatwright Parent
Pros: Great feel, good weight, hits good, has not broke yet! kid has taken well over 1000 reps and no problem with it. using during fall ball games. great product!
Cons: none as of now.
Flylite Bat Sam Carter Coach
Pros: The bat has a nice feel when swinging
Cons: After the first use the ball left indention marks on the bat and is already showing signs of fatigue. That bat is giving way to cracks.
Great for the price dad/coach coach
Pros: Great wood bat. Well balanced and good pop. My 7 year old played in his first wood bat tournament and he had several hits deep into the outfield. This bat was better than any of the USA bats he used during his all star season. and for the price I couldnt be happier.
Cons: No grip. We added lizard skin to this bat and made it perfect.
Terrible purchase Brad parent
Pros: light weight
Cons: Bat broke on literally first hit. We might as well flushed $30 down the toilet. This is a terrible purchase. The only thing this bat could be used for is hitting wiffle balls.
Questions and Answers
Have a question about the Louisville Slugger Flylite Y243 Poplar Wood Youth Baseball Bat: WTLWYS243A18? Ask our team of experts and they will respond within 24 hours.
Is it marked USA certified? Joe
Is this bat under 19 ounces? My son's coach said I need one that is. Stacy
Is this bat worth trying for an 11 year old? He is 4'8” around 70 lbs and is eager to try it during fall ball. He plays little league at the majors and is an all star with good speed but not a lot of power. Jimmy Grammas
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
Baseball Bats | Wood Baseball Youth |
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Bat Type | Baseball |
Color | Grey Red |
Deals | Personalization Eligible Bundle and Save Closeout Bats |
End Design | Cupped |
Ink Dot | No |
Length to Weight Ratio | -10 |
Material | Wood |
Swing Weight | Balanced |
Vendor | Louisville Slugger |
Wood Type | Other |
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