How to Choose a Softball Glove Size
The softball glove is the most important tool for a defensive softball player. Gloves come in a variety of sizes and styles---choose a softball glove in the correct size to ensure successful plays in the field.
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Instructions
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How to Choose a Softball Glove
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Select a glove for the appropriate age group at a sports store. Softball gloves come in youth sizes---for children up to age 12---and adult sizes.
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Try on the glove---your fingers should fill at least half of the finger lengths in the glove.
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Squeeze the glove as tight as possible, so that it is completely closed. Work the sides of the glove independently, moving your last 2 fingers and first 2 fingers separately.
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Place a softball inside the glove. You should be able to catch and grip the softball with the webbing of the glove.
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Field a catch or rolling ball with both the heel and webbing of the glove.
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Tips & Warnings
Longer gloves are generally used for first basemen. Shorter gloves are used for the middle infield positions, including second base and shortstop.
An ill-fitting glove compromises control of the ball during catching and fielding.
