The CAT9 and CAT9 Connect are the most advanced bats in the Marucci lineup to date. We created a more responsive aluminum microstructure for better feel, more forgiveness and more performance, while maintaining the strength of its predecessor.
Here at Marucci, we are fueled by technology, and we continuously strive to deliver the best products to the best athletes. Since the beginning we have delivered the hardest hitting bats available, and with the CAT9 and CAT9 Connect, we continue that legacy.
Let’s take a deeper look at both theCAT9 andCAT9 Connect.
CAT9
The CAT9 is the most advanced one-piece aluminum bat on the market. It is a precision balanced, one-piece alloy design with a medium M.O.I. For athletes who favor a mid-balanced metal bat, the CAT9 is the right choice. Both power-hitters and contact-hitters will enjoy the feel and performance of the CAT9.
Designed with a thermally treated AZR alloy for a more responsive and forgiving feel, the balanced one-piece CAT9 features a massive sweet spot that is ready to damage right out of the wrapper. No break in necessary.
The one-piece CAT9 is available in five sizes:BBCOR certified -3 and USSSA certified-5,-8,-10andJunior Big Barrel -10.
CAT9 CONNECT
The CAT9 Connect features a more end-loaded feel for athletes that thrive on driving the ball further. Utilizing the same three-stage thermally treated aluminum process as the CAT9, you can expect our most responsive barrel yet. Athletes who strive to produce power will love the CAT9 Connect.
Further, the CAT9 Connect introduces the first-of-its-kind OLS Connection. This brand-new technology connects the aluminum barrel to the carbon composite handle from the outside in. The previous CAT8 Connect featured our SDX EXT Connection, and with the CAT9, we built advancements to make our two-piece even better for a stiffer feel and smoother swing.
The CAT9 Connect is available in four sizes:BBCOR certified -3 and USSSA certified-5,-8 and-10.
We fabricated a piece of metal into a finely-tuned tool for today’s elite player. Using our proprietary, complex thermal treatments, we created a more responsive aluminum microstructure for better feel, more forgiveness and more performance, while maintaining the strength of its predecessor. On the end-loaded CAT9 Connect, we upgraded to an Outer-Locking System for a stiffer connection, while dismissing virtually all vibrations on contact.
As always, there are no artificial rings, “dead” spots or compromises. It’s not the easy way, it’s the Marucci way. There are no shortcuts or easy routes, and with the CAT9, we crafted excellence.
FAQs
The CAT9 Composite is hot right out of the wrapper and gets more responsive the more you use it. Like all composite bats, there is a break-in period which differs from aluminum pieces, but don't let that scare you.
Is the Cat 9 Connect legal? ›
The Senior League CAT9 (-10, -8, and -5 models) and Junior Big Barrel (-10) models of the CAT9 are approved and legal for play in all USSSA Sanctioned Leagues and Tournaments.
Is Cat 9 Connect end loaded? ›
Maurcci's CAT 9 Connect was specifically developed for middle of the order players who want to become gap and power hitters. This bat was purposely fabricated to have an end loaded feel and weight distribution and was tailored for hitters who want to transform their game in the direction of power and performance.
What is the CAT9 Connect? ›
Crafted for ultimate power and an end-loaded feel, the two-piece CAT9 Connect combines a carbon composite handle with the strengthened, thermally treated AZR alloy barrel with our one-of-a-kind Outer Locking System to create the stiffest connection available.
Is the Marucci Cat 8 or 9 better? ›
What is the difference in performance between the Cat 8 and Cat 9? We hit both of the Marucci BBCOR bats side by side and we could tell the Cat 9 felt more refined for sure. The Cat 8 BBCOR, while excellent, had a little bit of felt vibration in the hands – not much, but we could tell it was there.
How many swings does it take to break in a CAT9 Composite? ›
To properly break in your composite bat, we recommend taking 150-200 swings playing soft toss or off a tee using real baseballs. Start off by swinging at about 50% of your typical swing. Slowly work your way up to full strength over the first 100 swings.
Why is the Marucci Cat 5 illegal? ›
Marucci CAT 5 BBCOR Baseball Bat
The reason for the decertification was because the CAT 5 made any player a homerun threat. The bats were hotter than the sun's surface and it didn't take long for the governing bodies to notice.
Is the CAT 9 Connect a hybrid? ›
All of this new technology is wrapped together in a two-piece, hybrid design that is painted in a sleek, black colorway!
Is the Cat 9 USSSA approved? ›
The CAT9 is a true stalwart within the world of USSSA Baseball. It has a 1-piece, all-alloy design, and specifically, the bat is going to be made from Marucci's AZR Alloy material.
What does the .50 mean on a BBCOR bat? ›
50 BBCOR rating, which means if a ball was thrown at 100 MPH against a stationary bat, the ball would rebound at 50 MPH. This is a tougher limit than 1.15 BPF, so heavier USSSA bats will usually have more pop than BBCOR bats. BBCOR bats will have the same size barrel as USA bats, but will be significantly heavier.
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What is Cat9 Internet speed? ›
One significant advantage of Cat9 Ethernet cable is its higher bandwidth capacity. It can support data transfer speeds of up to 10,000 Mbps (10 Gbps) over a distance of 100 meters.
What does Bbcor in baseball mean? ›
BBCOR (Bat-ball coefficient of restitution) is a baseball bat performance standard created by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) to certify the performance of Composite baseball bats used in competition.
What is the difference between CAT9 Connect and Catx connect? ›
What is the difference between the CAT9 Connect and the CATX Connect? The CATX Connect BBCOR features a completely re-shaped barrel profile that offers a slightly more balanced design (on average a . 5” lower balance point) with a wider sweet spot and more forgiving barrel.
Is the CAT9 Connect a hybrid? ›
All of this new technology is wrapped together in a two-piece, hybrid design that is painted in a sleek, black colorway!
What is the difference between Catx and Cat Connect? ›
The CATX features our new Liquid-Gel dampening knob that helps dampen and dissipate vibrations and sting. The CATX Connect features the new SDX LT2 connection that is built using a new vibration-dampening material that has a lower durometer and is directly molded between the AZR barrel and handle during production.
