The Rawlings Sure Catch Youth Softball Glove is an 11-inch fastpitch mitt designed for young softball players in T-Ball and early youth league divisions who are learning to field and catch with confidence. Built with a soft, all-leather shell and a unique Sure Catch heel cutout, 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 Basket Web design creates a deep, forgiving pocket that helps young athletes track and secure the ball more reliably through every exchange, supporting clean transfers from glove to throwing hand. A Neo-Flex Back with an adjustable Velcro strap helps the glove sit naturally on the hand while allowing for a snug, customized fit around smaller wrists. Cushioned finger linings provide extra comfort during extended practice sessions, and the Youth Pro Taper proportions ensure the glove feels approachable from the first practice to the next big play. Finished in a Periwinkle colorway, this glove is ideal for beginning fastpitch softball players who need comfortable, easy-to-control equipment that builds early defensive skills and encourages consistent engagement on the field.
Features:
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Soft all-leather shell construction maintains a lightweight, pliable feel that allows younger athletes to manage the glove without hand fatigue.
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Sure Catch heel cutout design reduces the force needed to close the pocket, making ball security more accessible for developing hands.
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Basket Web configuration forms a deep pocket structure that helps inexperienced fielders trap softballs cleanly on contact.
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Neo-Flex Back panel adapts to the natural shape of the hand while the adjustable Velcro wrist strap accommodates varying wrist sizes.
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Cushioned interior finger linings absorb impact and reduce friction against the skin during repetitive catching drills.
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Youth Pro Taper scaling adjusts finger stall length and overall proportions to match the hand dimensions typical of T-Ball and early youth league athletes.
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 as well as softball?
While primarily designed for fastpitch softball, the pocket depth can accommodate baseballs for casual catch, though dedicated baseball gloves typically offer smaller pockets and tighter finger stalls for optimal 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 Velcro wrist strap should close comfortably without leaving red marks.
- Activity:
- Softball
- Lifestyle Fit:
- Softball Players
- Age Group:
- Youth
- Gender:
- Female
