{"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\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 Summer Series Balanced 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 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.\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. 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