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My son will be 11 1/2 this spring during the season, and he is about 100 pounds and approx. 4 feet 11 inches tall. We just purchased for him a 31 inch, 20oz bat on sale which was a great deal, however, I am wondering if the length is correct for him, and also, is there such a thing as having a bat that is too light? Is there any truth to being able to hit the ball harder with a heavier bat? Thanks.
I could not tell you if the bat is the correct length for him because it really does not matter about what size the kid it its how strong he is in the wrist.I do agree that I would rather a kid swing a little heavier bat while choking up on than swing one that is too light.
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Baseball Instruction
Answers by Expert:
Willie Ansley Jr.
Expertise
I can answer all questions on baseball instruction from hitting to baserunning,pitching and defense.I can also deal with the mental side of the game. After all baseball is 90% mental.
Experience
I was the Houston Astros #1 pick in 1988.I have been doing private instruction and coaching select baseball in the Houston,Tx. area since 1996.
Past/Present clients
I have worked with such players as Carl Crawford(while at Jeff Davis High)first pick in second round of the 2000 MLB draft.Also Vince Blue(Lamarr High) a 10th round selection.John Hale(Lamarr High) committed to Rice Univ.Eric Iland(Lamarr High) a top prospect in the 2007 MLB draft.
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