{"product_id":"2026-short-porch-scared-summer-series-2-piece-balanced-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat","title":"2026 Short Porch Scared Summer Series 2-Piece Balanced USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bat","description":"⚠️ Warranty Registration Required\nThis bat includes a warranty. To activate coverage, register your bat within 30 days of purchase using the registration card attached to the bat.\n\nQuick Hands. Big Barrel. All Summer Long.\n\nSpeed meets power in the shallow end.\n\nThe Short Porch DDT Scared Summer Series 12\" Balanced Game Ready Edition is engineered for contact hitters who trust their hands and let the bat do the work. Featuring a perfectly balanced 12-inch barrel and lightning-fast swing speed, this bat is built to spray the field, find gaps, and turn singles into doubles — all season long. No break-in. No warmup. No excuses.\n\nBuilt for Control. Built for the Season.\n\n•\nBalanced swing weight — effortless bat speed through the zone with zero drag\n\n•\n12-inch extended barrel — forgiving sweet spot on every pitch location\n\n•\n2-piece composite construction — smooth feel, reduced vibration, maximum whip\n\n•\nGame Ready Edition X Composite — performs hot straight out of the wrapper, no break-in required\n\n•\nUSSSA, NSA, ISA certified — approved for tournament and league play\n\n•\nSummer Series finish — clean lines, bold look, built to stand out on the diamond\n\nBat Specifications\n\nBrand\nShort Porch\n\nSeries\nScared Summer Series — Balanced\n\nBarrel Length\n12 inches\n\nConstruction\n2-piece composite\n\nSwing Weight\nBalanced\n\nCertifications\nUSSSA, NSA, ISA\n\nEdition\nGame Ready — No Break-In Required\n\nSport\nSlowpitch Softball\n\nWarranty\nIncludes a warranty (register within 30 days of purchase)\n\nFor Hitters Who See the Whole Field\n\nThis isn't about swinging out of your shoes — it's about staying quick, staying short, and putting the barrel on the ball every time. The balanced design lets you adjust mid-swing, work counts, and punish mistakes without sacrificing control. Whether you're slapping outside pitches the other way or turning on inside heat, the Summer Series Balanced gives you the versatility to hit your way, all season long.\n\nLooking for the heaviest-hitting option? Check out the Short Porch DDT Summer Series Loaded Edition for maximum end-load pop. Need something senior certified? We carry the full Short Porch Summer Series lineup.\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n\n▸ Does this bat require a break-in period?\n\nNo. The Game Ready Edition X Composite is engineered to perform hot from the first swing. No break-in, no waiting — just results straight out of the wrapper.\n\n▸ What leagues is the Balanced Edition approved for?\n\nThe Short Porch DDT Scared Summer Series Balanced is certified for USSSA, NSA, and ISA play. Always confirm with your league director before your first game.\n\n▸ What's the difference between the Balanced and Loaded editions?\n\nThe Balanced edition maximizes bat speed and is ideal for contact hitters who want to spray the field and work every pitch location. The Loaded edition adds end-load mass for increased trampoline effect and maximum power — best for hitters looking to go deep on every cut.\n\n▸ How do I activate the warranty?\n\nThis bat includes a warranty. A registration card is attached to the bat — use it to register within 30 days of purchase to activate coverage.\n\n▸ Does Smash It Sports price match on Short Porch bats?\n\nAbsolutely. We offer a price-match guarantee across our entire softball bat selection. Find it lower somewhere else? Contact us and we'll match it — because no one should pay more than they have to.\n\nBrowse more: All Slowpitch Bats  |  Softball Bats  |  USSSA Softball Bats  |  Short Porch Bats","brand":"Sports Performance Park","offers":[{"title":"25oz","offer_id":58562274165110,"sku":"2-PIECE-Short Porch Summer Series Balanced USSSA-25","price":94.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/6640\/0374\/files\/2026ShortPorchScaredSummerSeries2-PieceBalancedUSSSASlowpitchSoftballBat2.jpg?v=1787963841","url":"https:\/\/sportsperformancepark.shop\/products\/2026-short-porch-scared-summer-series-2-piece-balanced-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat","provider":"Sports Performance Park","version":"1.0","type":"link"}