The 2026 MBCA 59th Annual Clinic
Hall of Fame Induction & Awards Ceremony
January 23th and 24th, 2026 • Four Points by Sheraton-Wakefield, MA
2026 Scheduled Speakers
Recently, notifications have been received from the NFHS regarding the rule compliance of specific baseball bats. These notifications are listed below to help clarify any questions during the upcoming season.
Marucci CAT5 33‐inch model
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Marucci CAT5 33‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat (Marucci CAT5 33″ length) should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
Rip‐It Bat
Due to the positioning of the BBCOR .50 certification mark on the taper instead of on the barrel, the Rip‐It bat has been identified by umpires as being non‐compliant in some instances. This is the correct interpretation. However, the NFHS has had discussions with the Rip‐It management group about this issue and an agreement was worked out to extend an administrative remedy to permit Rip‐It bats to be allowed in high school competition. Therefore, the Rip‐It product with the BBCOR .50 certification mark on the taper of the bat instead of the barrel is compliant with the NFHS baseball rules due to an administrative remedy.
Another point regarding Rip‐It products, at some point last year, the NCAA de‐certified the Rip‐IT bat due to performance issues. The company recalled all the bats, repaired them and had them re‐certified. The bats that were repaired have a “re‐certified” sticker on the barrel. These bats are compliant because they now meet the BBCOR standard.
32‐inch Reebok Vector TLS non‐wood bat:
Please be advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Reebok Vector TLS 32‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat Reebok Vector TLS 32″ length should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
33‐Inch Reebok Vector TLS bat:
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Reebok Vector TLS 33‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat (Reebok Vector TLS 33″ length) should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
John Casey
Johnson & Wales, Assistant Coach
Before transitioning to an assistant role at Johnson & Wales, Coach Casey won over 700 games and established Tufts Baseball as one of the most respected programs in New England. The Jumbos won back-to-back New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) titles in 2016 and 2017 and 2010 and 2011. Coach Casey is a Past President of the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) and is a member of its Board of Directors and Chair of the Coaches – Umpire Relations Committee. Coach Casey served on the NCAA Baseball Rules Committee and is the former secretary-treasurer of the New England Intercollegiate Baseball Association (NEIBA). Coach Casey has been a longtime supporter and member of the MBCA and we are pleased that he will be sharing his tremendous and extensive experience with us about the mental side of baseball.
Recently, notifications have been received from the NFHS regarding the rule compliance of specific baseball bats. These notifications are listed below to help clarify any questions during the upcoming season.
Marucci CAT5 33‐inch model
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Marucci CAT5 33‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat (Marucci CAT5 33″ length) should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
Rip‐It Bat
Due to the positioning of the BBCOR .50 certification mark on the taper instead of on the barrel, the Rip‐It bat has been identified by umpires as being non‐compliant in some instances. This is the correct interpretation. However, the NFHS has had discussions with the Rip‐It management group about this issue and an agreement was worked out to extend an administrative remedy to permit Rip‐It bats to be allowed in high school competition. Therefore, the Rip‐It product with the BBCOR .50 certification mark on the taper of the bat instead of the barrel is compliant with the NFHS baseball rules due to an administrative remedy.
Another point regarding Rip‐It products, at some point last year, the NCAA de‐certified the Rip‐IT bat due to performance issues. The company recalled all the bats, repaired them and had them re‐certified. The bats that were repaired have a “re‐certified” sticker on the barrel. These bats are compliant because they now meet the BBCOR standard.
32‐inch Reebok Vector TLS non‐wood bat:
Please be advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Reebok Vector TLS 32‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat Reebok Vector TLS 32″ length should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
33‐Inch Reebok Vector TLS bat:
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Reebok Vector TLS 33‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat (Reebok Vector TLS 33″ length) should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
Recently, notifications have been received from the NFHS regarding the rule compliance of specific baseball bats. These notifications are listed below to help clarify any questions during the upcoming season.
Marucci CAT5 33‐inch model
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Marucci CAT5 33‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat (Marucci CAT5 33″ length) should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
Rip‐It Bat
Due to the positioning of the BBCOR .50 certification mark on the taper instead of on the barrel, the Rip‐It bat has been identified by umpires as being non‐compliant in some instances. This is the correct interpretation. However, the NFHS has had discussions with the Rip‐It management group about this issue and an agreement was worked out to extend an administrative remedy to permit Rip‐It bats to be allowed in high school competition. Therefore, the Rip‐It product with the BBCOR .50 certification mark on the taper of the bat instead of the barrel is compliant with the NFHS baseball rules due to an administrative remedy.
Another point regarding Rip‐It products, at some point last year, the NCAA de‐certified the Rip‐IT bat due to performance issues. The company recalled all the bats, repaired them and had them re‐certified. The bats that were repaired have a “re‐certified” sticker on the barrel. These bats are compliant because they now meet the BBCOR standard.
32‐inch Reebok Vector TLS non‐wood bat:
Please be advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Reebok Vector TLS 32‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat Reebok Vector TLS 32″ length should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
33‐Inch Reebok Vector TLS bat:
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Reebok Vector TLS 33‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat (Reebok Vector TLS 33″ length) should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
Scott Dulin
Fisher College
Coach Dulin is entering his fourteenth year at Fisher College where he was named Sunrise Conference Baseball Coach of the Year for six straight seasons (2004-2009) and has qualified for post season every season since 2003. Additionally, he was named the NAIA Region X Baseball Coach of the Year for five consecutive seasons (2004-2008), and was named the 2007 recipient of the NAIA Region X Coach of Character Award. Coach Dulin has coached numerous All-Conference and All-Region Players, four Rookies of the Year, six Players of the Year, and has seen seven players go on to play professionally. The MBCA is excited to hear Coach Dulin share his knowledge about throwing progressions and how to integrate them into your daily practice plans.
Recently, notifications have been received from the NFHS regarding the rule compliance of specific baseball bats. These notifications are listed below to help clarify any questions during the upcoming season.
Marucci CAT5 33‐inch model
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Marucci CAT5 33‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat (Marucci CAT5 33″ length) should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
Rip‐It Bat
Due to the positioning of the BBCOR .50 certification mark on the taper instead of on the barrel, the Rip‐It bat has been identified by umpires as being non‐compliant in some instances. This is the correct interpretation. However, the NFHS has had discussions with the Rip‐It management group about this issue and an agreement was worked out to extend an administrative remedy to permit Rip‐It bats to be allowed in high school competition. Therefore, the Rip‐It product with the BBCOR .50 certification mark on the taper of the bat instead of the barrel is compliant with the NFHS baseball rules due to an administrative remedy.
Another point regarding Rip‐It products, at some point last year, the NCAA de‐certified the Rip‐IT bat due to performance issues. The company recalled all the bats, repaired them and had them re‐certified. The bats that were repaired have a “re‐certified” sticker on the barrel. These bats are compliant because they now meet the BBCOR standard.
32‐inch Reebok Vector TLS non‐wood bat:
Please be advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Reebok Vector TLS 32‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat Reebok Vector TLS 32″ length should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
33‐Inch Reebok Vector TLS bat:
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Reebok Vector TLS 33‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat (Reebok Vector TLS 33″ length) should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
Johnston Hobbs
Catching Development Coach, 224 Performance and Ballers Baseball, South FL
Regarded as one of the premier catching coaches in Florida, Coach Hobbs combines his high energy teaching style with sound fundamentals to get the most out each and every catching prospect. He was the coach for the Hungarian National Team and currently is the Head Coach of the Kokomo Jackrabbits in the Northwoods League. The MBCA is pleased to have Coach Hobbs elaborate and teach fellow coaches the techniques he has learned and found most helpful in improving pop times, athleticism, arm action, and overall control of the running game.
Recently, notifications have been received from the NFHS regarding the rule compliance of specific baseball bats. These notifications are listed below to help clarify any questions during the upcoming season.
Marucci CAT5 33‐inch model
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Marucci CAT5 33‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat (Marucci CAT5 33″ length) should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
Rip‐It Bat
Due to the positioning of the BBCOR .50 certification mark on the taper instead of on the barrel, the Rip‐It bat has been identified by umpires as being non‐compliant in some instances. This is the correct interpretation. However, the NFHS has had discussions with the Rip‐It management group about this issue and an agreement was worked out to extend an administrative remedy to permit Rip‐It bats to be allowed in high school competition. Therefore, the Rip‐It product with the BBCOR .50 certification mark on the taper of the bat instead of the barrel is compliant with the NFHS baseball rules due to an administrative remedy.
Another point regarding Rip‐It products, at some point last year, the NCAA de‐certified the Rip‐IT bat due to performance issues. The company recalled all the bats, repaired them and had them re‐certified. The bats that were repaired have a “re‐certified” sticker on the barrel. These bats are compliant because they now meet the BBCOR standard.
32‐inch Reebok Vector TLS non‐wood bat:
Please be advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Reebok Vector TLS 32‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat Reebok Vector TLS 32″ length should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
33‐Inch Reebok Vector TLS bat:
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has advised that the BBCOR decertification process has been implemented for the Reebok Vector TLS 33‐inch model. Effective immediately and until further notice, this bat (Reebok Vector TLS 33″ length) should be considered a non‐compliant bat and subject to NFHS Baseball Rules 4‐1‐3b and 7‐4‐1a.
John O’Neil
Cressey Sports Performance
John O’Neil is the Director of Performance at Cressey Sports Performance in Hudson, MA. John not only has experience training youth athletes, but has also coached high school baseball, played college baseball, and interned with the Baltimore Orioles. He graduated from Dickinson College with a B.S. in Mathematics. John’s work and attention to detail as it relates to applying lifting routines to throwing mechanics is second to none. The MBCA is pleased to have John speak to the association about how to synchronize your pitching and training days for your players.
Bryan Stark
Harvard University
Coach Stark joined the Harvard baseball team as an assistant coach in the fall of 2014 after two seasons at Navy in the same capacity. Before coming to Harvard, he served as an assistant coach at Navy and at University of Rochester. Stark has also served as general manager of the Youses Orioles, the Baltimore Orioles’ collegiate summer league affiliate, and as the head coach of the Brockton Rox of the Future Collegiate Baseball League, where he was named Manager of the Year in 2014. Coach Stark will tap into his vast experiences to share his knowledge of how to prepare your outfielders — indoors and out. A topic that is particular important in the northeast given the weather constraints.