Louisville Slugger Xeno Fastpitch Softball Bat: FPXN14-RR
Features
-10 Length to Weight Ratio
2 1/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
7/8 Inch Standard Handle
Approved for Play in ASA, USSSA, NSA, ISA, and ISF
Balanced Swing Weight
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
S1iD Technology Allows MAXIMUM Performance from SWING 1
Synthetic Grip
Two-Piece Design With iST Technology
Description
Reviews
Average Ratings Based on 63 Customer Reviews
Xeno vs LXT B Jefcoat coach
Pros: Came out of the box as expected. Had great pop, great feel, great looks. There is no way for me to grade durability but without question the rest of the grading criteria = 5 stars. We are replacing a 2012 Xeno with a 34" bat. We were a little unsure of what to do, buy 2014 or buy the 2012. It's hard to tell about how others may judge a bat which only adds to the confusion so I really tried to be an open book for this review since there are no other reviews. We are very happy with the 2014 Xeno. In addition to the Xeno, we also bought the LXT since it has a 30 day promise. I hit outfield fungo so I could personally get a feel for how the ball jumped off the '12 Xeno, '14 Xeno and LXT. Without a doubt, hands down, the '14 Xeno had more pop than the LXT. As a matter of fact the '12 Xeno had just as much, if not more, and there is no telling how many 1,000's of balls the '12 has had hit. Sorry LXT but you will be going back to where you came from.
Cons: None, very happy.
Great Review by Mr. Jefcoat! GLEN V parent
Pros: We have been waiting for this bat debut since early summer. My daughter loved her 2012 Xeno, but had issues with the 2013. When LS said they were going to make the 2014 more durable, my thinking was this is not going to have the same pop - WRONG! 1) Hot out of the wrapper 2) Totally agree that 2014 has the pop as the 2012 3) Daughter loves the graphic and color 4) Large sweetspot with no vibration. 5) Very well balance. As a Dad and ex baseball player, I also had to see for myself. I also hit outfield practice rotating several bats that the girls had and happy to report this finished very high! Keeping my fingers crossed on the durability. That the reason I gave it a 3.
Cons: None at this time.
Not Happy Mad Dad . . . parent
Pros: Awesome bat ...
Cons: Bought it on Friday used it in a tournament Saturday. She put 2 over the fence and countless triples. Took it out of her bag Sunday morning to look it over . . . Handle and barrel joint is loose . Sending it back . And sincerely hope this is not a durability issue for these bats. Hoping to get a new one soon
Great bat Mike parent
Pros: Great pop out of the box! Daughter also loves the graphics. Not sure about durability. Just got it last week.
Cons: No cons.
2014 XENO Bryan Drake parent
Pros: Feels just like the 2013s balance. Lots of pop when ball is centered barreled up. Looks great best looking bat hands down preforms just like 2013 witch is awesome best bat on the market longevity is the only ? but lets face it we buy bats for bombs not to keep 4 ever 1 year is about right. The bat is Awesome buy it its beautiful and has great pop
Cons: I love Xenos so is sad to say the 2012 has a little more pop but feels heavier than the 2013 and 2014 witch feel identical my kiddo at 11 has had 2012 2013 2014 Xeno so i have a good idea. She swings the 2012 over the 2013 2014
lots of pop!! brad jordan coach
Pros: great feel and our team hit with power and speed this weekend!!
Cons: none
sbdad Les parent
Pros: Looks great! Plenty of pop, the ball explodes off the bat. Much better sweet spot on the 2014 Xeno. My daughter was using a 2011 Xeno, she got 3 good years out of the bat. Hopefully, the durability with the 2014 will be just as long.
Cons: To early to tell
32/22 2014 Xeno Nick parent
Pros: I just got this bat for my daughter (12u) travel player. We brought it to practice and let the other girls use it and now I think we've got a new team bat. The pop is much better than the 2013 model and so is the feel according to my daughter.
Cons: None at this time. Can't comment on the durability as we've only had it for a few weeks.
2014 Louisville Xeno Purple and Gray 33/23 Georgina Flores parent
Pros: Straight out of the wrapper, the new 2014 Xeno bat performed. My daughter had the 2013 Model, which was light blue and with a white handle and it broke after 8 months. Normally, these bats last us a year. Other softball players recommended this bat to me and it's well worth the $299.99. The graphics are nicer and it has a gray tapped handle unlike last years model, which my daughter hated because it always looked so dirty.
Cons: Don't have one yet.
great bat TJ parent
Pros: Sounds awesome like broken glass when the ball is hit just right. Very light weight, easy to swing.
Cons: Expensive!!
NoGAStinger W. Bryan Blackstock parent
Pros: Drop10 bat that swings like a drop 12.
Cons: None
Xeno 2014 sarah player
Pros: Great feel! I hit with the bat for the first time today and I hit 5 homerun's over the fence today! Has great pop! I have never had a xeno bat but have heard great things about it! I have only had the bat for a day now and can not tell how the durability is going to last! So far so good!
Cons: Light gray grip gets dirty easily and the $$!
love it! softball freak player
Pros: love this bat. has great pop
Cons: nothing
Xeno 2014 Dreams parent
Pros: Not much change from previous years
Cons: Shattered the first month
Great bat with some durability issues M.K.G. parent
Pros: Hits well with good feel and pop.
Cons: The 2012 and 20!13 bats lasted less than a year.
Powerful Bat! Coach Scott coach
Pros: Great pop off the sweet spot. This was my 13yr olds first Xeno. Have had 4 Demarinis before the Xeno. The Xeno seems to have a little more pop. But she prefers the more balanced weight of Demarini.
Cons: Concerned about durability but no issues so far.
Xeno 2014 and Xeno 2012 Teah Steel player
Pros: I have the Xeno 2012 and love it I have been hitting with it for 3 years now, and recently have gotten the 2014 Xeno because of the new USSSA standards. I am 14 and play 14u travel ball. The Xeno 2012 comes hot out of the wrapper is very durable, and has a great pop. I have started to use my 2014 Xeno more and I LOVE IT! It has a great pop and I can barely swing and it goes long and when I swing my best it goes.
Cons: None at this time.
Best.Bat.Ever Ricky Bobby parent
Pros: My daughter went from a Demarini Vendetta to this bat, and it has been all positive. The ball flies off of the bat right out of the wrapper. The sound when she makes contact is wicked. I've heard some negative reviews regarding durability, but the warranty makes it worth the risk.
Cons: None
well balanced, good feel. Richy G. parent
Pros: Hot out of the wrapper, has great pop. Compares to the 2012 model.
Cons: none yet.
Awful Kay player
Pros: I hate this bat.
Cons: Breaks much easier than the others. I don't like the feel of it. Overall a bust.
Great Bat Hoovie player
Pros: Very nice pop, good-feeling bat
Cons: breaks easily, especially when cold or when hit off the end of the bat
I LOVE my Xenos Cierra #99 player
Pros: This is my third Xeno. I have the 2012, 2013 and now the 2014. I am a power hitter and I can always trust my Xeno. It has great pop and the sound is just AWESOME! Last year, I hit 23 homeruns with the 2013 , lots of triples and doubles too. It still has lots of pop, but I had to get the 2014 just because I love the colors. It seems to have just as much pop as the previous two. Hopefully, I will have just as many homeruns this year as I did last year.
Cons: None so far
first Xeno bought Mallie T parent
Pros: My daughter is 4'8" and weighs 90lbs. We went from a 28" -11 Demarini to a 30" -10 Xeno. Just in practice it is amazing the difference the ball flies off the bat. She loves the look , the feel, and I love the smile she makes when she hits the ball. I can't leave a remark about the durability yet . But so far we love it.
Cons: It is a little pricey but if it performs as well at game time it will be well worth it.
xeno happy daddy parent
Pros: great bat my 8 year old daughter loves it very happy with xeno
Cons: none
Daughter's New Toy Anna player
Pros: POP, POP, POP,
Cons: none
Katie2459
Pros: It looked a little big but it was just right.My old bat might be the same size and same wieght but this is the best bat ever.
Cons: nothin duh
Get what you pay for!! Shawn parent
Pros: Daughter went from a -13 in 10u to this Zeno -10 at 11u...Swing has not changed one bit..Says the feel is awesome and the ball flies off the bat basically no matter where she hits it on the barrel! Sounds great and looks great!
Cons: None at this time!
Wow! Lady9Softball parent
Pros: My daughter is 8 yrs old and loves her 2014 Xeno... she's been using Demarini Bustos since she has started playing ball a year ago. We are now loyal fans of the Xeno. Her infield homeruns have double since she started swinging this bat. Amazing graphics and even better pop!
Cons: None yet because we only had it for such a short time. I do hope it stays that way.
T G T.G parent
Pros: Bat is super Hot!!!! First High School game hit two home runs, this is her second XENO bat, she loves them. I would recommend this bat to anyone.
Cons: None at this time
Very Happy Brian parent
Pros: We had always bought our daughter the bats off the clearance rack because we wanted to make sure she was serious about softball. This will be her second year of kid pitch and she has always been a good contact hitter. At practice she is making great contact and the balls were not leaving the infield. We decided to step up and get her a new bat. We researched and decided to go with the Xeno 31/21 bat. First pitch she nailed a linedrive right into my stomach. Then she hit 15 balls harder and farther then she had ever hit before. She was begging to keep hitting. She was jumping up and down because she had never seen the ball go 150 to 175 feet in the air. Just the confidence it has given her in 2 days is well worth the price.
Cons: Can't hit it in under 60 degrees. She has been begging to go hit but we have had to say no.
Not what I've come to expect from Xeno LNS player
Pros: Graphics
Cons: Pop, durability The first bat cracked with >100 hits returned and was replaced with the same bat that has NO pop. No where near as good as the 2012 or 2013 models. Louisville Slugger's customer service is top notch but this year model bat is not.
Used in 4 Tournaments-2014 MODEL Ed D coach
Pros: Great pop and distance
Cons: Cracked in two different places. Three tournaments coming up in three weeks, and no bat.
Xeno Bat Hanna Sullivan player
Pros: It has a great feel and the ball comes off the bat very well. It produced my first two home runs in high school in five games.
Cons: Everyone wants to use my bat.
My Xeno -Softballgal44 player
Pros: I said to myself that I would never get a xeno and that I would stay with demarinis.But when I got the CF6 I couldn't stand it it was awful so my dad and i started looking at the lxt and the 2014 xeno,The xeno had better reviews and by the way it was structuraly set up it was better.it has amazing pop that you can feel and hear.It is an amazing bat that I really recommend you use it is just an overall amazing bat.
Cons: NONE
rating mikeb parent
Pros: none
Cons: After using the bat three times paint began to chip. emblem on bottom of bat fell off.
up set Lew player
Pros: Has and amazing pop. Make contact and it was gone.
Cons: First time using this bat and a whole high school Varsity team used it then JV and by the beginning of the JV game the bat had broken into 2 Pieces ( handle and barrel).
unsatified customer Heather parent
Pros: not sure
Cons: it doesnt have the pop like everyone has raved about... if you don't hit it in its sweet spot then it just drops dead!
great bat fastpitch player player
Pros: Great pop. Feels great in my hands. Gives me an extra 20+ feet when i hit off of it. I am on a 14u team and my team mates can not keep their hands off my bat. Me and one of my teammates hit one to the fence on the same day. HUGE sweet spot. Looks great i love the purple. (:
Cons: It isnt as good as it came out of the wrapper. I have had this bat at the beggining of the season since march and its may right now. The bat is still a great bat but the pop was a lot better 3 months ago. But overall the bat still deserves 5 stars
Very Pleased Mike West parent
Pros: Attractive, Pop out of the box. My daughter loves this bat. I have always been scared to buy a bat at this price but since the has gotten serious and traveling 12U i want her to have the best and I think I made a great choice. Killing the ball
Cons: Cost.
Louisville slugger bell player
Pros: This bat is by far the best bat I've swung. The pop is great, and as long as you make contact with the ball it'll go farther then you think, i recommend this bat!
Cons: --
Awesome!! Jay Yunker parent
Pros: The bat was for my daughter in HS and lets just say, she loved it! i was leary about buying online before we seen it, but we are very pleased. Great Pop!
Cons: none
Horrible experience Dannetta parent
Pros: Pops right out of the wrapper. No break in period required!
Cons: First bat broke in 3 days! Second bat broke in 13 days. Minimal use, used by my 12 year and 13 year old daughters. First bat bent second snapped in half. Bat warranty turn around time is not conducive to girls who play ball as they need their bat!
She Love's It!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SHill parent
Pros: My daughter just got the Zeno last week and used it in this past weekend and WOW!!! She got two doubles and three triples!! I had my doubts about the Zeno, but after seeing how the ball flies off the bat, and how my daughter loves it!!! I see that we have made the right decision with the Zeno!!
Cons: NONE
So far so good Tom Schantz other
Pros: Granddaughter his a hard grounder so hot that it hit the 2nd basemen's glove before she was ready and and richocheted 100 feet into the outfield.
Cons: Hear all the problems about durability and at this price it makes me worry. Can't really rate it for durability and it is a bit irritating that it is a required field when one hasn't used bat more than a few times.
Great hitting bat Gulf parent
Pros: Great pop right out of the box. Bought the LTX but sent it back. The xeno is the better all around bat.
Cons: As always cost
Great Bat! Shaelyn Purinton player
Pros: The best bat that I have ever came across. Bought it today, went to practice tonight and absolutely fell in love with it! A great bat. Such a good sound when the ball hits the bat. Amazing pop, nice graphics, durability couldn't be better. I would recommend this bat to anyone playing fast pitch softball. ???
Cons: N/A
Cheap, fragile and unacceptable. Mr. D Marini parent
Pros: Was a good bat for a short period. Good pop, although nowhere near as good as the blue and white model.
Cons: This bat replaced the 2013 model which developed a bad rattle after 11 months. Entire interior structure of this one detached in less than 9 months and that is despite my daughter not playing in the spring due to injury. Bat is completely dead and worthless now. Manufacturer refused to do ANYTHING since this was a replacement bat. Other players with this bat have complained of rattles inside very early on. This bat is a piece of garbage and I will not be buying ANYTHING from LS again. Unless you have bottomless pockets, avoid this bat.
happy softball mom Jan Cox parent
Pros: My 14 year old daughter wanted this bat this past Christmas..she loves it..she bats right and left..
Cons: none at this time..happy softball mom
Rattle Jessi player
Pros: Good pop
Cons: Three girls on my team have this bat all of them rattle. None of them have used it for more than 3 months. LS just seem to break. I have never liked the xeno graphics
Worth the money 12U Player player
Pros: This bat helped me hit on avg 30 ft further and a lot faster through the gaps. We tried the LXT which was good and we have a Mako which is good. But this bat shoots the ball off the bat faster when hit in the sweet spot without any sting what so ever.
Cons: None really- just sad when the scratches came.
Makes a difference Excited dad parent
Pros: Daughters first home run (in the park grand slam)(14u, high school field). Went from infield singles to outfield doubles. Awesome sound ( like glass breaking). Larger sweet spot. Daughter is 5'7" went with the 34".
Cons: None so far.
Louisville Xeno 2014 Faith player
Pros: My 8 yr old daughter just finished the District Tournament in Mt Vernon Tx and took the Xeno to work on those teams. She said she will never pick up another bat.
Cons: No Complaints Here
awesome keatan keeler player
Pros: It has the best pop It has been very durable and easy to swing it has a very nice feeling and like before it is very easy to swing and the grip is not falling off
Cons: Not any
great bat storm player
Pros: allows u to hit straight to the fence
Cons: honestly none
Review on the 2014 xeno Jon parent
Pros: Girls love the color
Cons: If you hit the ball 3" inches off the end of the bat the ball just dies. If you hit the ball 3" inches above the handle the ball dies. Then you have the sweet spot hits like any bat when you hit it off the sweet spot. This is the first last and only xeno bat we will own
nice bat, but broken in one month of play Prospect Mom parent
Pros: I can't be sure if it was increasing to a 32/22 from a 31/21, but the Xeno hit the ball farther than her Easton and CF4. My daughter walked to the plate with confidence using this bat. No sting unless hit real ugly off the handle. My daughter plays 12U travel ball. She played in one tournament and the world series (bought in the beginning of July.) She took the month of August off from softball. While hitting the ball off the tee, half the bat went flying on Sept 2. Very thankful no one was hit. I have returned the bat and I am excited for a replacement. Hopefully, it won't take too long and the next one lasts more than a month of play. My daughter is 5'3" and weighs 100lbs. She practices softball about 7-8 hours a week on average.
Cons: The bat broke in half while hitting off a tee, and the bat head flew. The paint chips easily compared to her CF4 and Easton bats. This bat is expensive if it only lasts for a short time.
Xeno 2014 (33-23) Mark parent
Pros: Geez...17 year old daughter, who has occasional power, borrowed the Xeno bat from teammate this weekend and hit 3 straight home runs. All three towering shots. Think I have to buy a new bat.
Cons: Had 2012 Xeno and it broke after 1 year warranty expired.
not good Giana player
Pros: none
Cons: Awful bat. No pop. Broke after 2 months of usage.
wouldnt advise to buy this bat not a prowd owner player
Pros: the look if the bat
Cons: i have boyght TWO 2014 xenos and with less than one hundred hits on each bat inside of the barrel was broken! and with the first bat, after receiving the replacement up at bat in broke in half. not having my second one for long its already broken and i take really food care of my bats. this is rediculous! i also like the power i feel when i hit the ball and you can barely feel contact which i do not like!
great bat HoustonFastptch player
Pros: Tremendous pop coming off the bat.
Cons: Durability last through one high school varsity and summer showcase season.
Retort you Nichole other
Pros: Great pop
Cons: Non durable
I love this thing!!!!!! player player
Pros: I had bought the easton mako but i saw my sister hitting with hers and the ball just flew off the bat so i clesaned up my bat and exchanged it for the xeno wich not to mention but its wayyyyyy cheaper than the makos and have way better pop
Cons: none right now!!!!
Great Bat Nicki player
Pros: I am a slap hitter and when i have to have the ball bounce it does an great job. I have had no problems with it so far.
Cons: I have non
Questions and Answers
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I have the 2013 model Xeno. What are the differences in the 2013 and 2014 models? Linkie
What is the difference between FPXN14-RR and FPXN14-R9? joe
My daughter has Xeno 32" 22oz. What bat would you recommend for winter ball and batting practice so my daughter gets the same feel? moe
I'm 13 almost 14, 5' 2" and 115 lbs. I'm currently using a 31" 21 oz. Should I stay with that size? Sofballqueen
Can you make this bat 31" 18 or 19oz, my daughter is 9 and is taller for her age but lacks bat speed at 21&22oz. Love the pop I've see with this bat, and a lot of 10U players have this problem. Philly kid
My daughter is 5' 4". She has a 32" 22 oz. right now and is wanting to move up. I am very concerned about these bats durability as I'm hearing a lot break and don't last. Gwen
I'm 14, 120 lbs. and 5'2 1/2". What size bat should I get? softball
My daughter is about 5' 8", about 120. What size bat should she be using? Toot
My daughter is 12, 5' 3", and around 110 pounds. We are getting her a new bat and was wondering what size of Xeno to get her? Tshulon
Is this bat or CF6 better for power hitters? Wild
My daughter is 11, 5'3" and 88 lbs. What size would you recommend? Rennison
My daughter is 16, 5'8", 125 lbs. What size Xeno would u recommend? unsure
What is the difference between the 2014 Xeno and 2014 XLT? My daugher is a power hitter. Larry
I would like to find a bat with more pop than my Easton FS2. I would like to buy this bat, but I am so concerned with durability. Is this bat better than the past Xeno's durability? What is the lowest temp I should use it in? H.
My daughter is about to move up to 12U softball. She is 4'10" and currently uses the 30" drop 10 Xeno. She is pretty strong. What size bat could she move up to? Also, we play a fair number of games in 40-50 degree weather. I assume she will need to use an aluminum bat for the colder temps. Thanks. Jim
My daughter is on a travel team, she is 8 years old and 4' 8" tall. She is using a Worth bat now that is 31" 18 oz drop -13. What size Xeno do you recommend for her? macysmom
What size Xeno does my 5' 2" 145 pound daughter need? dog\
What does the RR stand for? dad
My daughter is on a travel ball team. She is 15, 5'7" and 180 lbs. She is solid. What size Xeno does she need? softdad
My daughter in an 8 year old (4'8", 85 pounds) who plays travel softball. She generates very good power, but this is more because of great bat speed than because of pure brute force. Would you recommend the 2014 Louisville Slugger Xeno or the 2014 DeMarini CF6? And which size would you recommend in each bat? Michael
If it breaks, can I send it back and get a new one? A replacement bat, for free? SoftballLifeeee
This bat has a 2004 ASA certified stamp on it. Will this be legal for 2014 ASA fastpitch tournaments? Someone told me it has to have a 2012 ASA stamp! Dan
My daughter is 13 and weighs about 115 lbs. What size would you recommend? Cheryl
My daughter is 18 years old 5' 5" and 140 lbs on an 18U Fastpitch team and varsity high school team. Which bat size do you recommend? Tori
My daughter is 18 years old, 5'6" and weighs 120 lbs. What size bat would you recommend? KO
Does the 2014 Xeno have more 'Pop' than last years? Noah G
Does it meet the new USSSA bat standards? It looks like it has the ASA stamp, but not the USSSA. lg
What are temperature guidelines for use in cool or cold weather? In other words, what is the lowest temperature that it is safe to use Xeno bat without damaging the bat? trish
The Xeno label on my daughters bat is chipping away with every hit she makes. Is there anything that can be done for that? margie
Would you recommend this bat for a power hitter, if not what bat? M
My daughter is 13, 62.5" and about 100-105 lbs. Also, she was just moved to left side. What size bat would I need? I was thinking 31/21. coolmom
My daughter is 13, 5'5 and weighs 130. What size bat would you reccomend for her? Ariana
What drop size should I get for my daughter? She is 5' 4", she weighs 119 lbs and is 13 years old. rob
My daughter is 13 years old, 5' 7" tall and approximately 145 lbs. What bat weight/length and drop size would you recommend? I've always heard DeMarini's are the best. Thoughts? mbrimm
My daughter is 13, 5'3" and weighs 105 lbs. She plays middle school and travel ball. What one would you recommend? Softball Dad
My 14 year old 6' tall, 150 pound daughter who plays elite select fast pitch wants a XENO. Which one does she need.? Her 14 A team plays from 14 A to 18 open teams. dad
My daughter is 10 years old and plays in a 10u travel softball league. She is 4 foot 10 and weighs 102 pounds. Is this 2014 Xeno out of her league? Janellejo
My daughter is 5 foot 5 inches and weighs 79 pounds and is a great batter. Can you help me tell if the 2014 Louisville Slugger Xeno is out of her league? If so, what bat do you recommend ? She swings a 30. jayla , the beast
my daughter plays for many teams and play all year round she has a cf5 now and really wants this bat she is 5'7" and weighs about 159 lbs is this a good bat for her? tommy
My daughter is 9 years old and weighs 70 lbs. and is 4'5". What bat and what size would you recommend? coach
My daughter plays fastpitch softball. She is 15 years old. She is 5 foot 10 and weighs 207 pounds. What size Xeno bat do you recommend? mom
My daughter is 11 years old. She is 5 foot 7 and weighs 115 pounds. Should we try to go lighter with a 22 ounce bat or stick with 24 ounce? none
Hello, looking to get my daughter her first Xeno bat. She is 12 years old about 105 pounds and 5' 1" tall. What size bat would you recommend? She is currently swinging a 33" 22 oz. DeMarini Vendetta. Thanks. Amber
I just bought the 2014 Xeno (FPXN14-RR Fastpitch), is it safe to use it in the cold? hernameszoee
I'm 18 years old. I'm 5 foot 5 and weigh about 130 pounds. What size bat should I get? dyl
I'm 17 and I am 5'6 and 140 lbs. I play for my high school varsity team and also an 18u travel team. Which 2014 Xeno bat would you reccomend for me? Krista
Is this more of an end loaded bat or is the weight balanced? 202020
Is this more of an end loaded bat or is the weight even 202020
Do they make this bat with a -11 length to weight ratio? Tony B
My daughter is 17 years old. 5'6" 135lbs. She plays on her high school varsity team and plays on an 18A travel team. She has used an Anderson 32" -9 end weighted for the last 3 years. What size and weight XENO do you suggest? MJE
My daughter is 5'8", 155 lbs. What size bat would you recommend? She has long arms strong legs, she plays on both high school varsity team & travel. al
Which would feel heavier during the swing a 33" 25 oz. or the 34" 24 oz. Or would they feel the same? Scott
I'm in the market for the new Xeno fastpitch bat. But I have an opportunity to buy a brand new XENO 32 inch 22 ounce FP11X (2011) model. Is there a big difference between the two models? Nick
When will the 2015 be out? walt
My daughter plays 14u and is in the market for a new bat. We previously have had Demarini cf6. She is between the 2014 lxt and 2014 zeno in 33/23. Can you tell me the differences between the 2 bats. She has used both that her teammates have. I don't like the sound of the xeno, but ultimately shes the one using the bat. Any information would be helpful. Thanks qcf00
Does it come in a -11? I am 5' 3" and 13 years old. gianna
My daughter is 8 yrs old she uses a 30 in 17 oz drop 13 DeMarini Bustos. She has good bat speed with it, but she is having a little trouble because it is end loaded. Do you think a Xeno would be better, even if it is 3 oz heavier than what she is using now? Jworth72
Good morning! My daughter is a smaller 14U player (4' 11" and weighs 86 lbs.). We currently use a CF6 30" 20 oz. and have used the 2013 XENO same size. We are looking for a 32" bat with a nice balanced feel and swing. She is a contact hitter and slapper. What would you suggest? atwest
I have a 13 year old daughter who is 5'9" and weighs 130 lbs. She is a strong player. Should she swing a 33" or 34" -10 Xeno? Dutch
I am 5' 8" and weigh 160 lbs. What size bat do you recommend? softball
I am 5' 1" and weigh about 120 lbs. what size bat should I get? Alesha
I am 5'6" and weigh 110 lbs. What size bat should I use? lolalola
What size and weight Xeno for my daughter who is 14 years old, 5'8", lefty, about 175 lbs. I'm thinking 34 inch. She has a tendency to drop her shoulder some swings so would the lighter one help correct this? K
We are looking for a good team bat. Do you have any suggestions? We play 19 and older recreational ladies fastball. Phedra
My daughter is 11 years old, 5 foot 2 and weighs 113 pounds. She is currently swinging a 31 inch aluminum bat. She plays fast pitch travel softball and we are looking to purchase a Xeno bat. Which size do you recommend? CC
My daughter is 16 years old, 5'7" 1/2 and 150 lbs. She currently has a DeMarini CF5 Insane 33/23. She's in the market for a new bat and is looking at the Xeno and the DeMarini CF7 Insane. She is a good hitter when she makes solid contact, but tends to pop a lot of balls up. Which bat would be a better option for her? Also, is the 33" length still a good length for her? TJ1089
My daughter is 12 about 5'0 90lbs. What length would you recommend? Amanda
My daughter is 12 years old. She is 5.5 and 103lbs. What size bat should she be using? val
My daughter is 5' and weighs 87 lbs. She is not a power hitter. She currently has a 30" 19 oz. bat. Would a 31" bat be too heavy for her? Kenny shay
My 10 yr. old daughter is 5'4", weighs 106 and is the power hitter on her 10u team. Is a 31 inch bat the right size? Boltzfan
My daughter is currently using the 2014 Demarini CF6. She is 5'2" and 95 lbs., solid hitter. Would this bat be a good choice for her? If so, what size would you recommend? bat girl
Tired of buying bats by not being able to demo first. We just tried the CF6 in a 33" 23 oz. and it did not work out. Currently she swings a Black XENO 2012 33" 23 oz. I think. What is the difference between the black XENO 2012, Xeno 2014 and the Easton MAKO? All in the 33" 23 oz.. My daughter is 12 years old. 5' 7" and around 160 -170 lbs. Thanks Tony
I am getting ready to start my 2nd year of High School ball and I'm unsure on what size of this bat I should get. I'm 5'7" and weigh about 115 pounds. Any recommendations? Shanel
My daughter is 5'7" and 140 lbs. She tends to have a slower swing. What size and brand of bat would work well for her? softball mom
My daughter is 17 years old 5'5" and about 195 lbs. We got her a 2014 33" 23 oz. -10 Xeno. She used it maybe three times. She said it's too light. Should we get a 34" 24 oz. or find one that is drop 9? During high school ball she used a RockeTech. We believe the weight on it is 33" 23 oz. ,not for sure, but she said that the Xeno was lighter than the RockeTech so she used the RockeTech. She wants a Xeno. lilbus1096
My player currently swings a 33" 23 oz, 2012 FP12X TPS Xeno. She's always swung a balanced bat and the 2012 Xeno is the perfect length and weight. She's going to buy a 2014 FPXN14 but isn't sure of the drop. We've heard that the 2014 -10 drop swings light; is that true? Should she stick with the 33" 23 oz. or go up to a 34" 24 oz.? She's never swung an end load, could the extra ounce in a 33" 24 oz. be too much of a change and throw off her swing? Coach P
It says this is good to go out of the wrapper. Does it need a break in period before hitting in a game situation? Niki
I am looking to upgrade my daughter's bat. She is turning 13 and is small for her age. She is approximately 4'7" and 69 lbs. She is currently using a 29" 20 oz bat. She is not a power hitter, but has solid infield hits and bunts. Would this be a good bat for her and what size? BB
Can this bat be used with soft toss balls? bradniki
Does anyone know when the 2015 Louisville Slugger Xeno will be available? jazzy jazz
My daughter is 4'8 and weighs 100 lbs. and is starting High School in the fall. She will be playing softball and I would like to upgrade her bat. What length do you recommend I get? Vanessa
I am a power hitter. Would I be better off with the Xeno or DeMarini CF6 Insane to match me best? I am also 5'9" and 180 lbs. What size is suggested? kandicem
My daughter is 5' 2" and 135 lbs. She's going into high school and wants to get a new bat. What should we get. It needs lots of pop. TY
I'm 5'2" and I weigh about 130 lbs. I want to get a 2015 Xeno but I don't know what size and weight to get. I'm a power hitter and I bunt very often. TD
15 years old- 118 pounds 5ft 4 in -- slapper -- hits right and left. Slappy
my daughter is starting middle school softball this year. she is 5'3 and only weighs 88 lbs. she is a contact hitter. What bat brand and size would best fit her? athomemom
My daughter is 5'1" and weighs 158 lbs. What size should I buy? Jane
My daughter is 13 and has had a DeMarini Vendetta for a while now looking to upgrade. Her current bat is a -12. She is 5'6" and weighs 130 lbs. What size would she need? meggiemay
When will the 2015 Xeno be available for purchase? karen
I'm going to buy a new bat, but I'm not sure what length and weight would fit me. I'm 5'4" and weigh about 160 lbs. softballgirl23
Wondering what size bat my daughter should swing? She is 5'1" and 110 lbs. Buck
My daughter is 16 years old she is 5 foot 9 and weighs 180. Her coach recommends a 34 inch 24 ounce bat. She currently uses a 33 inch 23 ounce and does very well. Should I get the bigger bat? david
My daughter weighs 105 lbs and her height is 5'. What size bat do you recommend? kelly17
My daughter is 12, 5'3" and 120 lbs. She hits line drives and fly balls. Is the 2104 Xeno for her? Or should we be looking at a different bat? Kelly
I just bought this bat for my daughter. The Xeno makes a different sound than other bats when hit. Is that normal? marte
What is the difference between the 2014 Xeno and the new 2015 Xeno? Alison
If I buy a 2014 Louisville Slugger Xeno bat off of this website and it breaks, what are the return policies? Mac
What is the main difference between the Xeno and the Lt Xeno? Dad
What does the rr in fpxn14-rr mean? larry
My daughter has the FPLX14-RR. Which new bat would match this one that she currently uses? She has a 33" 23 oz model. Geri
Is it balanced or end-loaded? cdenn
Is it okay to use with the dimple balls from the machine? mikero
When is it too cold to use the Xeno? marc
My daughter uses a 2014 Xeno 32/22 in the late spring and early fall seasons. Is there an aluminum bat with the same drop and balance that you would recommend for colder weather? Tiger10
Does this xeno bat have a stiffer feel than the demarini cf7? juju
My child is 5' 2" and weighs 88 lbs. I am looking at the 2015 XENO 31/20 because she is very small in stature. softball mom
My daughter is 5'2", 110 lbs., and is 11 yrs old. Is the Xeno, -10, 31" good for her? Travie
We just purchased a new 2015 Xeno -11 for our daughter and it rattles when she makes contact. is this normal? Jared
My daughter is 5 foot 2 inches, 145 lbs and is 17 yrs old. What size would you recommend? Jeff
About the Brand
In 1842, J. Frederick Hillerich emigrated with his family from Baden-Baden, Germany to the United States. Eight years before, the 1834 Book of Sports had made its debut as the nation's first publication covering baseball. But when he arrived in Baltimore, J. Frederick Hillerich would never have dreamed of the future impact his family would have on America's favorite pastime.
After a short while, the Hillerichs moved to Louisville, where J. Fred started a woodworking shop in 1856. Two of his sons, Adam and John Andrew "Bud" were born in the United States and would later join their father in his business. By 1864 "J.F. Hillerich, Job Turning" was in operation and filled orders for businesses by custom-turning everything from balusters to bedposts.
The firm thrived, and by 1875 the little woodworking shop employed about 20 people. In 1880 Bud Hillerich, who was an amateur baseball player, became an apprentice in his father's shop. Young Bud made his own baseball bats along with bats for several of his teammates.
The debate over the origins of the first bat continues to generate controversy among baseball enthusiasts, but the younger Hillerich was most certainly involved in getting his father's business involved with what would become the company's signature item. According to company legend, the first bat was turned by Bud for Pete "The Old Gladiator" Browning in 1884. Browning was a star on Louisville's professional American Association team - the Eclipse. On a spring afternoon Bud, then seventeen, witnessed Browning break his favorite bat. Bud offered to make a bat for his hero, and Browning accepted. After the young wood shop apprentice lathed a quality stick from white ash, according to the story, Browning got three hits with it in the next game.
Louisville Slugger gloves are worn by more pitchers in Major League Baseball than any other glove.
Bat Properties
Approved For | ASA |
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Barrel Diameter | 2 1/4 |
Bat Type | Softball |
Deals | Bundle and Save |
Length to Weight Ratio | -10 |
Material | Composite |
Series | Xeno |
Softball Bats | Fastpitch |
Vendor | Louisville Slugger |
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