Listen to Eric, his DD is a catcher, mines a pitcher! Now that I think about it the Fortus *may* not be a bad option for a 9 year old. Just remember, the CMW4000 or the JCV-22 is on another planet compared to a Miz101. YOU are going to have to beat the snot out of either one of those before your DD will even consider using it, being you said she hates change. Be nice if Worth made a 32.5" or 33" Liberty Advanced.....as far as comparing the Fortus to the 22 or the PC, do as quincy said and contact one of the reps here.