BATS – Coaches often have extra bats and many players will share their bat. However, if your daughter wishes to purchase her own bat, we recommend that it be an ASA approved softball / fastball bat. This will be stamped on the bat. Ideally, the length of the bat should be the length of the player’s leg. (i.e. the in-seam of a pant leg). The lighter the bat the better. The better bats have the most “drop” (i.e. the difference between the length of the bat and the weight). Look for a “drop” of 10 or more.
MOUTH GUARDS – Mouth guards are HIGHLY recommended for practices and games.
BALLS – The OGSA supplies all balls for practices and games. Mite and Squirt use 11” balls. Novice and up use 12” balls. Please make sure that the size of the player’s glove matches the correct size of the ball used and properly fits the player’s hand.
SLIDERS – Sliders help protect players when they are sliding into a base. They are recommended but not mandatory for Squirt and up, and come in various styles. Sliding shorts are worn under game shorts and will protect the butt and the upper thigh area. Lower leg sliders provide protection for the knee and shin.
CATCHERS EQUIPMENT – The OGSA supplies catchers equipment, but players may bring their own equipment.
