---
title: '2027 Equipment Checklist & Gear Guide | Vallejo Little League'
url: 'https://vllb.org/news/player-equipment-checklist'
markdown: 'https://vllb.org/news/player-equipment-checklist.md'
date: '2026-10-15'
description: 'Get ready for the Vallejo Little League 2027 season with our equipment checklist: required bats, safety gear, and what the league provides for ages 4-16.'
taxonomy:
  category:
    - 'Parents / Resources'
  tag:
    - 'Vallejo Baseball'
---

# 2027 Equipment Checklist & Gear Guide | Vallejo Little League

## [2027 Equipment Checklist & Gear Guide | Vallejo Little League](https://vllb.org/news/player-equipment-checklist)

    15th Oct 2026   [Vallejo Baseball](https://vllb.org/news/tag:Vallejo%20Baseball#body-wrapper)  

## Gear Up for the 2027 Season: Equipment Checklist

As the 2027 season approaches, we want to ensure our players have everything they need to stay safe and play their best. Here is a checklist of required and recommended equipment for our baseball and softball players (ages 4-16).

### Required Equipment:

- **Fielding Glove:** Ensure the glove is broken in and fits your child's hand properly.
- **Baseball/Softball Cleats:** Molded rubber cleats are required. No metal spikes are allowed for these age groups.
- **Athletic Supporter (Boys):** Required for all male players, especially catchers and infielders.
- **Uniform Pants/Belt/Socks:** Required for T-Ball, Rookies, and Farm. Your coach will specify the colors needed to match your team jersey.

### Bat Requirements:

**Baseball**

- **T-Ball through Majors:** Bats must bear the USA Baseball (USABat) logo and have a barrel no larger than 2 5/8". T-Ball bats must feature the USA Baseball mark and accompanying text.
- **Senior:** All bats must be BBCOR.
- All BPF 1.15 bats are prohibited, so USSSA "1.15 BPF" bats are not permitted.
- Pine tar may be used on the handle or grip only, never on the barrel or over the certification mark. Bats may not be altered.

**Softball**

- Non-wood bats must be printed with a BPF (bat performance factor) of 1.20.
- Pine tar and similar substances are prohibited.
- Bats with cracks or sharp edges, or that will not pass through the 2-1/4" bat ring, must be removed from play.

In July 2026, USA Baseball announced a rebranded "USA BBCOR" standard. Little League has stated this does not affect the 2027 season. Rules can change, so check the official [Little League Bat Information](https://www.littleleague.org/playing-rules/bat-information/) and [Bat Rules](https://www.littleleague.org/playing-rules/bat-rules/) pages before buying a new bat.

### Recommended Items:

- **Batting Helmet:** Players should have their own for hygiene and a proper fit.
- **Bat Bag:** To keep all gear organized and easy to carry to the dugout.
- **Water Bottle:** Please label it with your child's name. Staying hydrated is essential!
- **Batting Gloves:** Optional, but helpful for grip and preventing blisters.

### League Provided Gear:

- **Uniform Pants/Belt/Socks:** Provided for Farm, Minors, Majors, and Seniors
- **Team Jersey:** Provided for all divisions
- **Team Hat:** Provided for all divisions
- **Catcher's Gear:** Available for team use

**Pro-Tip:** Please use a permanent marker to write your child's name on the inside of their hat, glove, and helmet. Gear often looks identical in the dugout!

If you have questions about specific gear or bat regulations, please contact your coach or our Player Agent at .

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