{"product_id":"2026-short-porch-scared-summer-series-white-pink-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat","title":"2026 Short Porch Scared Summer Series White\/Pink USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bat","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"2026 Short Porch Summer Series White\/Pink USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bat\",\n  \"description\": \"The 2026 Short Porch Summer Scared White\/Pink is a 1-piece balanced USSSA slowpitch softball bat built with Kevlar Tri-Layer composite and Spin-Tech barrel technology. Features a 12-inch barrel, stiff handle, and Turnkey endcap. 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The 2026 Short Porch Summer Scared White\/Pink is USSSA certified, making it legal for USSSA-sanctioned slowpitch leagues and tournaments. Always confirm with your league director before use.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Is the Short Porch Summer Scared a balanced or end-loaded bat?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The Short Porch Summer Scared White\/Pink is a balanced swing-weight bat. It is designed for contact hitters and players who prefer bat speed and control over a traditional end-loaded feel.\"\n      }\n    },\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What sizes does the 2026 Short Porch Summer Scared come in?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The 2026 Short Porch Summer Scared White\/Pink is available in 25 oz, 26 oz, and 27 oz. 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If you find the Short Porch Summer Scared White\/Pink for less anywhere online, we will match that price.\"\n      }\n    }\n  ]\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2026 Short Porch Summer Scared White\/Pink USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Summer Scared is not for the faint of heart.\u003c\/strong\u003e Born from Short Porch's obsession with performance and built for players who want to make a statement at the plate — this limited-edition Summer Series bat blends premium composite construction with a bold, haunt-worthy aesthetic that turns heads from the on-deck circle to the dugout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWrapped in a clean white canvas with electric teal and pink graphics, the Summer Scared is as eye-catching as it is dangerous. Backed by Short Porch's proprietary Spin-Tech barrel and Kevlar Tri-Layer composite, this is a bat that looks the part — and plays the part. Browse the full \u003ca title=\"Short Porch Slowpitch Softball Bats\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/short-porch-slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003eShort Porch slowpitch bat collection\u003c\/a\u003e or explore all \u003ca title=\"USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bats\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/usssa-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eUSSSA slowpitch bats\u003c\/a\u003e at Smash It Sports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e⚠️ Warranty Registration Required\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo activate your \u003cstrong\u003e180-day warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e, you \u003cstrong\u003emust register your bat within 30 days of purchase\u003c\/strong\u003e. The warranty registration card is attached directly to the bat. No registration means no warranty coverage — don't skip this step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for Balanced Power — Summer Scared Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKevlar Tri-Layer Composite Barrel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Short Porch Summer Scared White\/Pink is engineered with a \u003cstrong\u003eKevlar Tri-Layer composite\u003c\/strong\u003e barrel — a multi-layer material stack that combines aerospace-grade Kevlar with high-modulus carbon fiber to produce a barrel that generates elite-level trampoline effect without sacrificing durability. This isn't a bat that peaks out of the wrapper and fades. Tri-Layer composite holds compression longer, delivering consistent pop deep into the season and through the full tournament grind. Compare it to the full range of \u003ca title=\"Slowpitch Softball Bats\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003eslowpitch softball bats\u003c\/a\u003e we carry to see how Short Porch stacks up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpin-Tech Barrel Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort Porch's proprietary \u003cstrong\u003eSpin-Tech barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e is the engine behind the Summer Scared's performance profile. Spin-Tech is engineered to maximize the trampoline effect at the moment of contact — producing explosive exit velocity and a wider effective sweet spot across the 12-inch barrel surface. For a balanced bat, this technology delivers a contact-and-launch combination that hitters at every level can feel from the first swing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1-Piece Balanced Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle-piece construction eliminates flex at the connection point and transfers your swing energy directly into the barrel with zero energy loss. The balanced swing weight makes the Summer Scared a natural fit for \u003cstrong\u003econtact hitters and gap hitters\u003c\/strong\u003e who prioritize barrel control and bat speed over traditional end-loaded feel. If you swing a balanced bat and want more pop behind it, the Summer Scared delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStiff Handle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stiff handle provides direct, responsive feedback through contact — the preferred feel for players who want to know exactly where they caught the ball and how cleanly they hit it. No flex, no vibration dampening — just pure, honest connection between your hands and the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTurnkey Endcap\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Turnkey endcap reinforces the barrel's structural integrity at the highest-stress contact point, locking in performance and maximizing distance on every swing. It seals the barrel tight, prevents energy loss at the tip, and contributes to the bat's overall durability across a full season of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2026 Short Porch Summer Scared — Full Bat Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSSSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-Piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12-Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwing Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpin-Tech\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKevlar Tri-Layer Composite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStiff\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnd Cap\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurnkey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable Weights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 oz | 26 oz | 27 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2026 Summer Series — Limited Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort Porch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUSSSA Certified for Tournament and Recreational Play\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Short Porch Summer Scared White\/Pink carries full \u003cstrong\u003eUSSSA certification\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it legal for USSSA-sanctioned slowpitch leagues and tournaments across the country. Whether you're competing at the local rec level or grinding through a multi-day tournament bracket, this bat is cleared for the diamond. As always, verify with your league director before game day to confirm local equipment rules. Shop the full range of \u003ca title=\"USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bats\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/usssa-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eUSSSA-certified slowpitch bats\u003c\/a\u003e at Smash It Sports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Limited-Edition Bat Built for Players Who Show Up\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort Porch Summer Series drops are not restocked. Once the inventory on the Summer Scared White\/Pink is gone, it's gone. If you've been waiting for a balanced USSSA bat with premium composite tech, elite aesthetics, and the Short Porch name behind it — this is the one. Don't sleep on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited edition. Summer Series. The Summer Scared.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Short Porch Summer Scared USSSA legal for slowpitch tournaments?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 2026 Short Porch Summer Scared White\/Pink carries \u003cstrong\u003eUSSSA certification\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it legal for USSSA-sanctioned slowpitch leagues and tournament play. We always recommend confirming equipment rules with your league director before game day, as local rules can vary. Browse all \u003ca title=\"USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bats\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/usssa-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eUSSSA-legal slowpitch bats\u003c\/a\u003e at Smash It Sports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Summer Scared balanced or end-loaded?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Short Porch Summer Scared White\/Pink features a \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced swing weight\u003c\/strong\u003e. It's built for contact hitters and gap hitters who prioritize bat speed and barrel control. If you prefer a loaded feel with more mass through the sweet zone, check out the \u003ca title=\"Short Porch Slowpitch Softball Bats\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/short-porch-slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003efull Short Porch lineup\u003c\/a\u003e for loaded options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does the Short Porch Summer Scared come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2026 Short Porch Summer Scared White\/Pink is available in \u003cstrong\u003e25 oz, 26 oz, and 27 oz\u003c\/strong\u003e. Check the weight selector above for real-time availability — limited-edition Summer Series bats sell through fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Spin-Tech and why does it matter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpin-Tech is Short Porch's proprietary barrel engineering technology designed to \u003cstrong\u003emaximize the trampoline effect at the point of contact\u003c\/strong\u003e. It produces explosive exit velocity and expands the effective sweet spot across the 12-inch barrel — meaning more hits find the sweet spot and more hits leave the yard. For a balanced bat, Spin-Tech delivers the kind of power output typically associated with loaded designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this bat need to be broken in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. As a composite bat, the Short Porch Summer Scared benefits from a proper break-in before reaching peak performance. We recommend hitting \u003cstrong\u003e100–150 balls at moderate swing speed\u003c\/strong\u003e, rotating the bat a quarter turn between each swing to evenly compress the Tri-Layer Kevlar composite fibers around the full barrel. Avoid using it below 60°F, off a tee only, or with dimpled pitching machine balls during break-in. Allow the barrel to develop gradually for best long-term performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the warranty work on this bat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Short Porch Summer Scared includes a \u003cstrong\u003e180-day warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. To activate coverage, you must \u003cstrong\u003eregister your bat within 30 days of purchase\u003c\/strong\u003e using the warranty registration card attached to the bat at the time of delivery. Failure to register within 30 days voids the warranty. Keep your purchase receipt from Smash It Sports on file as proof of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Smash It Sports offer free shipping on this bat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Smash It Sports offers \u003cstrong\u003efree shipping on most orders\u003c\/strong\u003e, and this bat qualifies. We ship fast — so you can get your Summer Scared in hand and start your break-in as soon as possible before your next tournament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Smash It Sports match a competitor's lower price?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. Smash It Sports backs every purchase with a \u003cstrong\u003eprice-match guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you find the 2026 Short Porch Summer Scared White\/Pink listed for less anywhere online, we will match it. You should never have to choose between the best price and the best service — at Smash It Sports, you get both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Summer Scared compare to other Short Porch USSSA bats?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Summer Scared White\/Pink is part of the \u003cstrong\u003e2026 Summer Series\u003c\/strong\u003e — a limited-edition seasonal collection from Short Porch featuring updated composite formulas and exclusive colorways. What sets it apart from standard Short Porch releases is the combination of Spin-Tech barrel tech and Tri-Layer Kevlar composite in a balanced design — a combination that gives contact hitters a serious performance upgrade without sacrificing control. \u003ca title=\"Short Porch Slowpitch Softball Bats\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/short-porch-slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003eCompare the full Short Porch USSSA lineup here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMore Slowpitch Softball Bats at Smash It Sports\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Slowpitch Softball Bats\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003eAll Slowpitch Softball Bats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"USSSA Slowpitch Softball Bats\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/usssa-slowpitch-bats\"\u003eUSSSA Slowpitch Softball Bats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Short Porch Slowpitch Softball Bats\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/short-porch-slowpitch-softball-bats\"\u003eShort Porch Slowpitch Softball Bats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Smash It Sports","offers":[{"title":"25oz","offer_id":48688757342458,"sku":"Short Porch White\/Pink Balanced USSSA-25","price":425.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"26oz","offer_id":48688757375226,"sku":"Short Porch White\/Pink Balanced USSSA-26","price":425.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27oz","offer_id":48688757407994,"sku":"Short Porch White\/Pink Balanced USSSA-27","price":425.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/9628\/0570\/files\/2026ShortPorchScaredSummerSeriesWhite_PinkUSSSASlowpitchSoftballBat2.jpg?v=1776364529","url":"https:\/\/kellysultimatesports.com\/en-ca\/products\/2026-short-porch-scared-summer-series-white-pink-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat","provider":"Kelly's Ultimate Sports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}