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Old Mon Jun 09, 2003, 06:34am
IRISHMAFIA IRISHMAFIA is offline
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Re: Is it banned?

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Originally posted by CecilOne
Just to add to the confusion:

"Q: I own a Worth 3DXFP bat. Is it banned?
A: No. Some manufacturers make many different models of bats that have very similar names, which has caused confusion about which model is actually banned. For example, Worth has a “3DX” line of bats that includes the 3DX and the 3DXFP. Only the 3DX model has been banned. If you would like additional verification that your 3DXFP is approved for use in ASA Championship Play, please go to the approved listing of Worth bats located in the certified equipment section of http://www.asasoftball.com."

Of course, the bat doesn't say "3DXFP". It says 3DX and then farther around the barrel it says "Fast Pitch" (spelled out). What a mess! I eventually found this in ASA equipment certification FAQ's. don't know where to find a list of apparently banned bats that are not banned.
Then you better put your glasses on and return to the site you have referenced. ALL the information you need is right there.

Worth has a 3DX, 3DXB, 3DXE, 3DXFP. ONLY the 3DX is banned. Here is the key, don't rely on the large print on the bat, go find the actual model number. It's on there somewhere.

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