{"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":"\u003c!-- ============================================================\n     SHORT PORCH DDT SCARED SUMMER SERIES — 12\" BALANCED USSSA\n     ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sis-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Warranty Notice --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff8e1; border-left: 4px solid #f59e0b; padding: 12px 16px; margin-bottom: 22px; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Warranty Registration Required\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis bat includes a warranty. To activate coverage, register your bat within 30 days of purchase using the registration card attached to the bat.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Hero Copy --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.45em; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eQuick Hands. Big Barrel. All Summer Long.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.05em; color: #444;\"\u003eSpeed meets power in the shallow end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eShort Porch DDT Scared Summer Series 12\" Balanced Game Ready Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Features --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.2em; margin-top: 26px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eBuilt for Control. Built for the Season.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"line-height: 1.9;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced swing weight\u003c\/strong\u003e — effortless bat speed through the zone with zero drag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12-inch extended barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e — forgiving sweet spot on every pitch location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-piece composite construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — smooth feel, reduced vibration, maximum whip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGame Ready Edition X Composite\u003c\/strong\u003e — performs hot straight out of the wrapper, no break-in required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSSSA, NSA, ISA certified\u003c\/strong\u003e — approved for tournament and league play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Series finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — clean lines, bold look, built to stand out on the diamond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- Specs Table --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.2em; margin-top: 26px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eBat Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd; width: 40%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eShort Porch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eScared Summer Series — Balanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e12 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2-piece composite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwing Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBalanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eUSSSA, NSA, ISA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGame Ready — No Break-In Required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSport\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSlowpitch Softball\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f5f5f5;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIncludes a warranty (register within 30 days of purchase)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- Secondary Copy --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.2em; margin-top: 26px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eFor Hitters Who See the Whole Field\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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 \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/slowpitch-bats\"\u003eSummer Series Balanced\u003c\/a\u003e gives you the versatility to hit your way, all season long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for the heaviest-hitting option? Check out the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/slowpitch-bats\"\u003eShort Porch DDT Summer Series Loaded Edition\u003c\/a\u003e for maximum end-load pop. Need something \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/softball-bats\"\u003esenior certified\u003c\/a\u003e? We carry the full Short Porch Summer Series lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.2em; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 4px; padding: 12px 16px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; list-style: none;\"\u003e▸ Does this bat require a break-in period?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eNo. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 4px; padding: 12px 16px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; list-style: none;\"\u003e▸ What leagues is the Balanced Edition approved for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 4px; padding: 12px 16px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; list-style: none;\"\u003e▸ What's the difference between the Balanced and Loaded editions?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eThe Balanced edition maximizes bat speed and is ideal for contact hitters who want to spray the field and work every pitch location. The \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/slowpitch-bats\"\u003eLoaded edition\u003c\/a\u003e adds end-load mass for increased trampoline effect and maximum power — best for hitters looking to go deep on every cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 4px; padding: 12px 16px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; list-style: none;\"\u003e▸ How do I activate the warranty?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eThis bat includes a warranty. A registration card is attached to the bat — use it to register within 30 days of purchase to activate coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 4px; padding: 12px 16px; margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; list-style: none;\"\u003e▸ Does Smash It Sports price match on Short Porch bats?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eAbsolutely. We offer a price-match guarantee across our entire \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/softball-bats\"\u003esoftball bat selection\u003c\/a\u003e. Find it lower somewhere else? Contact us and we'll match it — because no one should pay more than they have to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Footer Links --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 28px; font-size: 0.88em; color: #777; border-top: 1px solid #eee; padding-top: 14px;\"\u003eBrowse more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/slowpitch-bats\"\u003eAll Slowpitch Bats\u003c\/a\u003e  |  \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/softball-bats\"\u003eSoftball Bats\u003c\/a\u003e  |  \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/usssa-softball-bats\"\u003eUSSSA Softball Bats\u003c\/a\u003e  |  \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/short-porch\"\u003eShort Porch Bats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Hidden Product Schema --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smash It Sports","offers":[{"title":"25oz","offer_id":48942717534458,"sku":"2-PIECE-Short Porch Summer Series Balanced USSSA-25","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"26oz","offer_id":48942717567226,"sku":"2-PIECE-Short Porch Summer Series Balanced USSSA-26","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"27oz","offer_id":48942717599994,"sku":"2-PIECE-Short Porch Summer Series Balanced USSSA-27","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0641\/9628\/0570\/files\/2026ShortPorchScaredSummerSeries2-PieceBalancedUSSSASlowpitchSoftballBat2.jpg?v=1780072179","url":"https:\/\/kellysultimatesports.com\/products\/2026-short-porch-scared-summer-series-2-piece-balanced-usssa-slowpitch-softball-bat","provider":"Kelly's Ultimate Sports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}