The Rawlings Flex Palm Series Youth Softball Glove is a 10-inch fastpitch mitt designed specifically for young and beginning softball players who are learning to field and catch with confidence. Built with Rawlings' unique Flex Palm insert, this single glove makes closing significantly easier for small hands that have not yet developed the hand strength required for traditional stiff leather mitts. The soft shell construction and padded interior provide a comfortable, secure feel that reduces hand fatigue during extended practice sessions and introductory game play. A Basket Web design creates a deep, forgiving pocket that helps young athletes track and secure the ball more reliably through every exchange. The re-engineered wrist opening ensures a snug fit around smaller wrists, preventing the glove from shifting during active play. Finished with a Pink back featuring Carolina Blue and White accents and a Blue, Pink, and Purple tie-dye palm design, this glove is ideal for young athletes taking their first steps into fastpitch softball who need approachable, comfortable equipment that builds early defensive skills.
Features:
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Rawlings Flex Palm insert reduces the force needed to close the pocket, allowing beginners to secure the ball with less hand strength.
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Soft, pliable shell material keeps the overall weight low so young athletes can maintain control through repetitive drills.
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Basket Web design creates a deep, rounded pocket that helps inexperienced fielders trap softballs cleanly on contact.
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Interior padding layer cushions the palm and fingers against impact sting from hard-thrown balls.
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Redesigned wrist opening narrows the entry point to create a snug, stable fit around smaller wrists during active movement.
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Pink back panel with Carolina Blue and White accent stitching pairs with a Blue, Pink, and Purple tie-dye palm treatment for a bold visual contrast.
Common Q&A’s:
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What is the best way to help a young player maintain the shape of this glove?
Place a softball in the pocket and store the glove in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and heavy objects that could flatten the pocket. -
Can this glove be used for baseball in addition to fastpitch softball?
While primarily designed for fastpitch softball, the pocket depth can accommodate baseballs for casual catch. Dedicated baseball gloves typically offer smaller pockets and tighter finger stalls for optimal baseball performance. -
How can I tell if this glove fits my child correctly?
Have the player slide their hand all the way into the wrist opening; the fingertips should reach near the end of the finger stalls without excessive bunching, and the wrist opening should feel snug without leaving red marks.
- Activity:
- Softball
- Lifestyle Fit:
- Softball Players
- Age Group:
- Youth
- Gender:
- Female
