Key Takeaways National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (NOCSAE) is an independent and non-profit organization whose responsibility is to set standards for the equipment used in youth sports It’s sole mission is to enhance athletic safety through scientific research and the creation of performance standards for athletic development. Setting the Standard The National …
Intro Among the myriad of fascinating baseball figures and facts, there’s a question that is often overlooked: how many baseballs does it take to play the MLB game? This figure isn’t just a curiosity; it serves as an entry point into the complex world of Major League Baseball (MLB) as well as other leagues, shedding …
Ever since I was a little kid, I loved collecting baseballs. But not the autographed ones but regular baseballs I used to throw and catch with my friends. It didn’t matter if they were dirty or shiny. I even collected broken baseballs because I felt a tinge of sadness and just could not throw them …
Baseballs used by older kids in the youth baseball leagues (as well as high school) are almost rock hard and can pose a serious injury risk to young players. To reduce and hopefully minimize the injury risk, younger players should play with softer baseballs. There are tons of baseballs specifically designed for tee ball players …
Now that you know more about baseballs than just about anyone else on your child’s team, let’s dive into age-appropriate baseballs that are available on the market. Please note: If you arrived on this page via search engine, you may want to read Different Types of Baseballs by Age Group. Table of Contents Ages 1 …
