Finding the right softball or baseball ball for a young girl can be challenging. But making the right decision when it comes to shooting mitts for your athlete is possible when you keep these important glove buying tips in mind.
Baseball/Softball Age, Position & The dominant hand
Dick Sporting Goods Offers an easy-to-use chart for baseball and softball gloves. In terms of measurements and divided by position and age, there are some groups that are good for young girls. Under the age of 8 years, 9-inch gloves are recommended for infielders and 11-inch Gloves are recommended for outfielders. For boys between the ages of 9 and 13, infielders are advised to have gloves between 9-10 inches and outfielders 11-12 inches. At any age I would also like to buy a glove or a seat or a traditional right hand glove.
Dick’s also adds a warning that buying medium-sized gloves now so children can grow into them should not be used later. Having a bigger group will give the child an edge now that cannot be maintained later, since the child has learned the necessary learning skills that accompany proper art.
T / Softball Player Level Competition
The competition level of your girls will largely dictate the type of gloves you should buy. Many softball leagues have specific requirements for what they do and don’t like. If your daughter plays in any structured environment, check with the coach before making any nonreturnable purchases to make sure you understand all the requirements.
If you buy a glove simply for your young lady, you can have fun with your family and friends and you certainly have a lot more leeway when it comes to What type of gloves will work for your daughter. If your family plays catch baseball, going for a softball ball might not really be necessary, but it’s up to you.
Softball balls are designed in conjunction with softballs, which are larger than the standard size bases. Many teams opt for softball for girls, regardless of whether softball or baseball is technically to be played. Finding what works for child play at your level, with specific circumstances in mind, is going to be the best option.
Baseball/Softball Player (or Yours) Price List
Shopping around at local thrift stores and online can give you an idea of the price range from which to purchase children’s baseball and softball gloves. Consider your budget with shopping comparison as the best purchase. Here’s a look at some of the softball gloves that are available from ShopWiki.
Starting at $19.99 from Toys’R’Us is the Rawlings Sports Co’s Youth Girls Black/Pink Softball Glove (11″) Player Series PL1109P, made from simulated leather.
At $24 from AllinAllSports.com is the 11″ Girls Softball Glove made by Macgregor with nylon accents for increased flexibility.
A real steal at $13.99 from EpicSports.com is the 9 1/2″ Rawlings’ Pink Light Up Girls Softball Glove LS95P, designed especially with kids ages 6-9 with beginners in mind.
At $27.37, the Athlete’s Mansion 11 1/2″ Softball Glove is made by MacGregor with the company’s specialty nylon accents for increased flexibility.
Sources:
“Baseball/Softball Glove Size and Fit.” Dick’s Toys.
“Girls Softball Glove.” ShopWiki.
