From Kenya to Holyoke: Rutto Bats Celebrates 10 Years on WWLP 22News
Rutto Bats is celebrating a decade of craftsmanship, entrepreneurship, and passion for baseball — and the milestone recently caught the attention of WWLP 22News.
The local television station featured Rutto Bats in a special story highlighting the company’s 10-year journey, from Kipngetich Rutto’s roots in Kenya to building a wooden baseball bat manufacturing business in Holyoke, Massachusetts.
The Holyoke-based manufacturer was featured in a Western Mass News report about local vendors and their experiences at the annual fair.
A Journey Built on Craftsmanship
What began with a passion for working with wood has grown into a family-owned business producing quality wooden baseball bats.
Founded by Kipngetich Rutto and Mindy Couture, Rutto Bats combines traditional woodworking craftsmanship with the precision required to manufacture bats for today’s players.
The WWLP feature highlights the company’s journey and the dedication behind turning raw wood into baseball bats.
Celebrating a Decade in Holyoke
Reaching 10 years in business is a meaningful milestone for Rutto Bats.
Over the past decade, the company has continued developing its products, expanding its manufacturing capabilities, and building relationships within the baseball community.
Today, Rutto Bats proudly manufactures wooden baseball bats in Holyoke, bringing together craftsmanship, innovation, and a love for the game.
Watch the WWLP 22News Feature
We’re grateful to WWLP 22News for sharing the Rutto Bats story and helping celebrate this special milestone.
Watch the interview and read the full story on WWLP 22News.
Thank you to everyone who has supported Rutto Bats along the way. We look forward to continuing our journey and creating more opportunities through baseball.
Source WWLP television interview
