{"product_id":"2027-louisville-slugger-ascent-fastpitch-softball-bat-12","title":"2027 Louisville Slugger Ascent Fastpitch Softball Bat -12","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2027 Louisville Slugger Ascent Fastpitch Softball Bat (-12)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2027 Louisville Slugger Ascent Fastpitch Bat (-12) | 2nd String Sports\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2027 Louisville Slugger Ascent Fastpitch Bat (-12) at 2nd String Sports. Authorized dealer, full warranty, receipt, plus FREE grip install with grip purchase!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake flight and lift pitches to all fields with the 2027 Louisville Slugger Ascent Fastpitch Softball Bat (-12). Specially engineered for young, developing fastpitch players, the Ascent combines an ultra-lightweight swing weight with single-piece composite performance. Built to help early-stage athletes speed up their hands and build smooth swing mechanics, this drop-12 weapon gives players the barrel speed, direct energy transfer, and confidence needed to make consistent, hard contact on every pitch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an Authorized Louisville Slugger Dealer, every purchase from 2nd String Sports includes an official store receipt to ensure your bat is fully covered under Louisville Slugger's 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty should any warranty issues arise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree Custom Grip Installation: Want us to install a custom grip before your bat ships? We offer FREE installation with the purchase of any Lizard Skins Bat Grip! Simply add a Lizard Skins grip and your bat to the same order, then leave a note at checkout specifying if the hitter is Right-Handed or Left-Handed so we wrap it in the correct direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2027 Ascent features full composite barrel construction engineered to create a solid contact feel and responsive trampoline performance right out of the wrapper. Built with internal Tuned Mass Damper technology inside the handle, this bat actively absorbs harsh vibration to soften hand sting on off-center hits. Its seamless 1-piece composite structure delivers direct feedback and maximum stiffness, ensuring every ounce of swing energy is channeled straight into the ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel: Ascent (2027 Fastpitch Edition) Drop Weight: -12 Drop Ratio Barrel Diameter: 2 1\/4 Inch Fastpitch Barrel Construction: 1-Piece Full Composite Design Vibration Control: Internal Tuned Mass Damper Technology (Softens Sting and Hand Shock) Grip Service: Free Installation With Purchase of Grip: Add any Lizard Skins grip to your bat order and specify LH\/RH handedness in order notes for free custom installation! Certifications: Approved for play in USA Softball (ASA), USSSA (Fastpitch Only), NSA, ISA, and WBSC Warranty Guarantee: Authorized Dealer: Includes valid proof of purchase for full 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKEY PERFORMANCE INNOVATIONS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull Composite Construction: Provides an expanded sweet spot and consistent barrel response engineered to boost exit velocity for youth athletes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTuned Mass Damper Technology: Internal dampening system that neutralizes sting and shock on contact to create a smooth, comfortable feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1-Piece Power Transfer: Delivers direct energy transfer from handle to barrel for a stiff, responsive swing through the hitting zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltra-Lightweight -12 Swing Profile: Tailored for young fastpitch hitters seeking rapid bat speed, improved barrel control, and effortless swing execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWHO IS THE ASCENT FASTPITCH (-12) BEST FOR?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung Fastpitch Hitters: Ideal for youth players who want a light-swinging, shock-absorbing 1-piece composite bat that reduces hand sting and speeds up hand movement through the zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABOUT 2ND STRING SPORTS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 2nd String Sports, we’re making high-performance sports gear accessible to every athlete. As an authorized retailer for top brands like Louisville Slugger, DeMarini, Easton, and Rawlings, every new bat purchase comes with an authentic, valid store receipt so you enjoy full manufacturer warranty protection. From brand-new releases to quality pre-owned equipment, we give great gear a second life. 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