2024 Marucci CAT9 Connect America USSSA Bat Review
A CAT9 Connect America composite USSSA in -5/-8 — a composite barrel for a bigger sweet spot, in a patriotic colorway, at $99.99.
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How we score ↗How big and forgiving the barrel is — based on barrel length, construction (one- vs two-piece, alloy vs composite), and how it plays on balls hit off the center. A primary driver of the overall score.
Raw exit velocity and distance. We use measured numbers from freely available independent testing when they exist; otherwise construction and consensus, judged against the certification’s performance ceiling. A primary driver of the overall score.
Comfort and feedback on contact — vibration dampening from the knob/connection, the sting of a stiff one-piece vs a smooth two-piece, and the sound off the barrel. A primary driver of the overall score.
How well it holds up and how the company stands behind it — documented cracking/denting reports, cold-weather behavior, and the brand’s real warranty record. Good to know, but weighted lightly in the score.
Our take on price-for-performance — the overall package weighed against its cost and what comparable bats run. Shown for context; it is NOT factored into the overall score (price changes too often and is personal).
Why this score: Preliminary score from the bat's construction, class, brand and price — an honest first pass we refine as we test more and any independent lab data appears.
Our Review
This CAT9 Connect runs a composite barrel for a larger, more forgiving sweet spot than the alloy CAT9, in a stars-and-stripes look. The build leans toward a smoother, slightly more dampened feel. A good composite value in -5 and -8 at $99.99.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Composite barrel with a bigger sweet spot
- Patriotic colorway, -5/-8 options
Cons
- Composite needs a short break-in
- Older generation
Full Specifications
| Brand | Marucci |
|---|---|
| Model | CAT9 Connect America |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Certification | USSSA |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Construction | One-piece composite |
| Model # | MSBCC98A |
| Drop | -5 / -8 |
| Barrel | 2 3/4" |
| Swing Weight | Balanced |
| MSRP | $99.99 |
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2024 Marucci CAT9 Connect America USSSA Bat — FAQ
Is the 2024 Marucci CAT9 Connect America a good USSSA bat?
We rate it 6.3/10 (Grade C). A CAT9 Connect America composite USSSA in -5/-8 — a composite barrel for a bigger sweet spot, in a patriotic colorway, at $99.99.
What drops does the CAT9 Connect America come in?
The 2024 CAT9 Connect America USSSA comes in -5 / -8.
Is the Marucci CAT9 Connect America USSSA-legal?
Yes — it's USSSA certified by the NTS lab. USSSA 1.15 BPF approved — the “hotter” travel-ball standard, legal for USSSA play.
How much does the 2024 CAT9 Connect America cost?
MSRP is $99.99. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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Sources: CheapBats — CLOSEOUT Marucci Cat 9 Connect America Youth USSSA Baseball Bat -8oz MSBCC98A