MIGGY WOOD 24

MIGGY WOOD 24

Miggy Wood 24, is a new initiative of the Miguel Cabrera Foundation targeted for players 18U that combines a showcase, hitting clinic and baseball tournament.

After 4 years of successful implementation of Miggy Ball 24 (an event for kids 6-10 years old) in Venezuela and several cities in the USA, where more than 2.700 kids have been exposed to the 5 basic baseball tools in a recreational format, now it is time to turn to the youngsters and develop a more competitive format.

Helping Kids in Need Through Baseball - The Miguel Cabrera Foundation & Southbat

We all know Miguel Cabrera for his baseball homeruns and records.  The native Venezuelan has made a name for himself in Major League Baseball as a two-time American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) award winner, a four-time AL batting champion, and an 11-time MLB All-Star.  he even claimed the 17th MLB Triple Crown in 2012.

Besides being on his way to the Hall of Fame one day, he’s a man with a big heart.  The same year he claimed the Triple Crown he formed the “Fundacion Miguel Cabrera.”  In his own words he created the foundation “...to give hope and fulfill the dreams of children and families through this beautiful sport."

Are Southbat Youth Pro Models legal to use under the upcoming 2018 USA Baseball Bat Standard?

👍  Material ⚾️  All Southbats are 1-piece wood bats.

👍  Diameter ⚾️  Standard allows up to 2 5/8”.

👍  Weight ⚾️  Standard allows for any drop limit.

👍  USA Stamp ⚾️  Standard states that solid, one-piece wood bats do NOT need to carry USA baseball mark.

The following information below is taken directly from USA Baseball’s updated 2018 Baseball Bat Standard.

Reasons To Play or Not To Play Fall Baseball

The game of baseball has grown into a global sport. Some of the most dedicated fans can be found in baseball as well as dedicated athletes! On the surface, baseball isn't as physical as some of the other sports like football and basketball, but if you dive deeper into what the athletes have to do and how the game is played, you'll get a better understanding to how physically demanding the game actually is.

2018 Youth Baseball Bat Standard & Regulations

Baseball, America's favorite past-time, has made many progressive changes throughout its long history. The game has produced some of the biggest and most influential names in America including Willie Mays, Babe Ruth, Nolan Ryan, Mark McGuire and Hank Aaron. Since its inception, the sport has gone through numerous changes especially when it come to wood and metal bat regulations.

A Shift in Sporting Goods Sales - A New Way to Buy/Sell

With the rise of online shopping, many people have opted out of visiting brick & mortar stores. The online market is simply more convenient as it offers a wider selection of products and discounts. The thrill of going to your favorite sporting good stores have decreased over time, but the million dollar question is why?

The Best Youth Wood Bats & Why They Make Better Baseball Players

The game of baseball is one of the most popular sports in history, and its long list of happy young participants is a true testament of its enchantment. Similar to most sports, baseball players start out fairly young whether it's playing on a team or just having fun at a local park. The game has evolved throughout time thanks to its innovation, and this innovation comes in the form of baseball bats.

The Strongest Wood Baseball Bat

2012 TEST RESULTS OF GUAYAIBI (Patagonula Americana) WOOD STRENGTH

“Wood Strength” as defined by Bear Valley Bats for baseball bats is what is commonly known as “Impact Strength.” We differentiate “Wood Strength” from “Wood Hardness,” (as should all makers and consumers of baseball bats) in that “hardness” is the rating of the surface resistance to indentation using the Janka Test. 

A Sustainable Wood Bat Company

Over the last few years Southbat has been working to bring the best quality Guayaibi wood bats to the market.  However, that hasn’t been our only only goal.  We also have been working with experts in Argentina and within the local government entities in the Argentinean forests to become and remain environmentally sustainable.  This includes finding new ways to minimize our carbon footprint, while accounting for environmental considerations within our financial projections.