Best Softball Gloves
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The preferred material is leather, because it offers the best comfort and feel. Some leather is treated for faster glove break in and better durability. Treated leather also keeps the pocket you form better.

Synthetic materials are lighter, less durable and less expensive. Gloves constructed with synthetic materials are good for young players.

Price range for softball gloves is about $30-250. If you are an active player, a quality glove might be cheaper in the long run. The glove should feel comfortable, otherwise it will effect your performance.

Gloves come in different sizes and designs for infielders, outfielders, pitchers, first basemen and catchers. For example, fastpitch gloves, which are for female players, have narrower finger stalls and smaller wrist openings.

Softball gloves, generally are larger and have a deeper pocket to catch the bigger softball. The best softball gloves are made with the best materials and have built in features.

Players can choose from different webbing styles that will help best in their playing position. A closed web is preferred by pitchers so they can hide the ball from the hitters. An open web helps infielders to get the ball out of the glove faster.

Quality gloves have extra padding to help absorb the shock from hard hit balls.

Some of the best gloves are made by Akadema, Mizuno, Nokona and Worth. Price range for top quality gloves is about $160-250. Fastpitch models are usually more expensive than regular softball gloves.

For example:

The Akadema fastpitch catcher's mitt costs about $160-170. The gloves are handcrafted and constructed with steerhide for the pocket and webbing. The have smaller finger stalls to allow for a better fit for female softball players.

The Nokona fastpitch catcher's mitt is made with a combination of kangaroo leather and cowhide. It is a strong and lightweight model that costs about $215.

The Mizuno Classic Pro Soft fastpitch glove is made from pre oiled leather that is strong and provides an excellent feel. The pattern is designed for a female softball player. Price is about $160-170.

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