How to Choose a Girl's Softball Glove

There are several considerations that go into buying a girls softball glove. Gloves come in many different sizes, brands, and styles. Girls softball is a fast pitch version of the game that requires infielders to be very close to the batter. Having the correct glove on your hand will help to improve your individual play as well as the overall play of the team.

Instructions

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      Try on many different gloves until you find one that feels comfortable on your hand. Note the make of the glove and try on others from that manufacturer. A batting glove can be worn on the hand to make the glove fit a little bit tighter. Trying on gloves is important because each person's hand is different.

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      Notice that the gloves have different lengths, which will be printed right on them, near where the thumb goes. Most girls softball gloves are between 12 and 14 inches long, though younger players will require a smaller glove. A smaller glove will also be required by players with smaller hands. As a player gets older, she will grow into a larger glove.

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      Consider the position you'll be playing. Catchers will need a specially designed catcher's mitt. Outfielders may want to choose a glove that is slightly bigger with a deeper pocket, which will make hauling in fly balls a bit easier. First baseman, who may have to corral errant throws from the other infielders, should also choose a slightly larger glove. Those who plan on playing multiple positions may find it useful to have several different gloves.