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The 2026 Easton Ghost Unlimited -9 is where the Unlimited lineup turns toward power! It’s the same one-piece composite Ghost as the -10 drop and -11 drop, but Easton end-loads the -9 and -8 drop, moving more of the weight toward the barrel so stronger hitters get more mass behind the ball. The 2-1/4-inch barrel is Easton’s Double Barrel EXT; Easton lists it as a 1-inch-longer double barrel and calls it the longest barrel in the Ghost lineup. It wears the same pink-to-lavender finish as the rest of the 2026 Unlimited family, with UNLIMITED in dark purple. Hitters who want a balanced feel should look at the Ghost Unlimited -10, and the -8 goes one step heavier for the strongest bats in the lineup. If she’d rather swing a two-piece, the Ghost Advanced -9 and Ghost OG -9 are end-loaded too.
The Unlimited is the only one-piece bat in the Ghost family. Inside, Easton’s VRS1 Lightweight Internal Connection Point joins the inner and outer barrel. That trims enough weight to stretch the barrel, and it keeps mishits from stinging the way they do on most one-piece bats. The barrel itself is Sonic Comp Pro, Easton’s most advanced composite, and it has that unmistakable Ghost sound. Easton fine-tunes the handle stiffness by length and drop, so the heavier -9 sizes get a firmer, more connected handle than the lighter drops. A Power Boost Soft Knob, an ultra-thin 29/32-inch handle with Flow-Tack grip and a concave end cap round out the build. The -9 is approved for all associations, including USA Softball, USSSA fastpitch, NSA, ISA and WBSC, and Easton lists it for high school and college play. It’s a fastpitch-only bat, so it isn’t legal for slowpitch or baseball. Sizes are 32 inches/23 ounces, 33/24 and 34/25, and Easton backs it with a one-year warranty.
Here at LongballBats.com, we've been the Bat Performance Experts since 2016. Our friendly staff offers fastpitch players, parents and coaches more than 100 years of combined experience and we've had our hands on tens of thousands of bats over the years - literally. We carry the full Ghost family, so we can put the Unlimited, Advanced and OG -9s side by side and help you choose. Moving into an end-loaded -9 is a big step for a lot of hitters! We’ll help you figure out whether she’s ready or the -10 is still the better call, just give us a call or send us an email today!
- Brand: Easton
- Sport: Fastpitch Softball
- Drop: -9
- Certifications: All associations (USA Softball, USSSA fastpitch, NSA, ISA and WBSC) leagues and tournaments, plus NFHS high school and NCAA college play
- Barrel Diameter: 2-1/4 inch, the largest allowed per stamp
- One-Piece Composite Frame: The only one-piece bat in the Ghost family
- Double Barrel EXT: A 1" longer double barrel, the longest in the Ghost lineup
- Sonic Comp Pro Composite: Easton’s most advanced composite, with the classic Ghost sound
- VRS1 Lightweight Internal Connection Point: Cuts weight and reduces vibration on mishits
- Handle Tuned by Length and Drop: A firmer, more connected handle in the heavier -9 sizes
- Ultra-Thin 29/32" Handle With Flow-Tack Grip: Tacky, cushioned and easy to control
- Power Boost Soft Knob: More comfort and leverage for the bottom hand, with less vibration
- Concave End Cap: Finishes off the extended barrel
- End-Loaded Swing Weight: More mass toward the barrel, built for power hitters
- Colorway: Pink fading to lavender, with dark purple UNLIMITED lettering
- Available Sizes: 32"/23 oz, 33"/24 oz and 34"/25 oz
- Year Released: 2026
- Warranty: One year from Easton
- Adding our ProMAX Break-In Service to your order may cause decertification, check with the governing body of your league for clarification
Manufacturing tolerances, performance considerations, and grip weight may cause variations from the listed weight/Mass Index.
QUESTION: Should I order this bat stock/untouched or Professionally Broken In?
ANSWER: Brand new baseball and softball bats need to be broken in before they perform to their full potential. Our ProMAX Break-In Service adds 20-40ft of extra distance to your solid hits, improves the durability and longevity of the bat and increases the consistency of your results on solid hits, as well. If you plan to use the bat in an official game or event, please verify the legality of our process with your league or sanctioning body before use. We (LongballBats.com) do not encourage the use of a professionally broken in bat in any game or event where it is against the rules. Click here for details about our process and if you're in a hurry, opt for our "Front of Line" service!
QUESTION: What does end-loaded mean on the Ghost Unlimited -9, and will she feel it?
ANSWER: End-loaded means more of the bat’s weight sits toward the barrel end instead of being spread evenly from knob to end cap. Easton makes the -11 drop and -10 drop balanced and end-loads the -9 and -8 drop. She’ll feel it right away. The barrel feels heavier in her hands and takes a little more effort to get moving, but it carries more momentum through contact, and that’s what turns a hard line drive into a ball in the gap. If her swing stays short and quick with the extra weight out front, the end load is working for her!
QUESTION: How do I know when my hitter is ready to move from a -10 to a -9?
ANSWER: Watch her bat speed, not her age. She’s usually ready when a -10 starts to feel light, she’s on time against good pitching and she’s driving the ball instead of just making contact. On the Ghost Unlimited, the jump is bigger than one ounce, because the -9 is also end-loaded while the -10 is balanced. If she moves up and starts getting jammed or late on velocity, she isn’t there yet, and another season in the -10 will serve her better. Plenty of hitters make the move in high school, though some strong 14U players are ready sooner.
QUESTION: Should she get the Ghost Unlimited -9 or the Ghost OG -9?
ANSWER: Both are end-loaded -9s in 32, 33 and 34 inches, so the difference is all in the build. The Unlimited is a one-piece with the Double Barrel EXT, the VRS1 internal connection, Easton’s top composite and the Power Boost Soft Knob. The Ghost OG is a two-piece double barrel with Easton’s ConneXion, Sonic Comp composite and a standard knob. The one-piece gives a stiffer, more direct swing and a longer barrel, while the two-piece has more flex and a softer feel at contact. Hitters who like to feel the barrel whip tend to prefer the OG. Hitters who want a solid, connected swing usually end up in the Unlimited.
QUESTION: Is the 32-inch -9 a good fit for a shorter power hitter?
ANSWER: It can be. The 32-inch -9 weighs 23 ounces with an end-loaded feel, so it packs a lot of bat into a shorter length. That works for a compact, strong hitter who doesn’t need extra length to cover the plate but wants more mass behind the ball. Just make sure she can control it. If the barrel drags or she’s late on inside pitches, a 32-inch -10 gives her the same length with a lighter, balanced swing. Not sure? Call us; our friendly love would love to walk you through the decision!
