How To Draw A Softball Glove

Gloves are tailored for every player and position on the field. Every glove page on DICKS.com will include graphics denoting which position each glove is best designed for.

Glove Buying Guide Position

Infield

Middle infielders playing 2B and SS generally prefer a shallow pocket glove with an open web like an I-Web (the most popular), H-Web, Dual and Single Post. The more shallow pocket is ideal for a quicker ball-to-hand transfer that gives fielders that extra split-second they need to get the out. Players at 3B can use a deeper pocket if preferred to handle those harder hit grounders and line drives at the corner. Players at the Hot Corner can use an open or stitched up pocket that balances lighter weight with added support.

Outfield

Outfielders generally prefer a wider, deeper pocket to trap the ball and secure it. The type of web is truly depended on player preference, some players prefer an open pocket like an H-Web or Dual Post, while others prefer a web that has a tightly stitched pocket offering greater support.

Catcher

The most demanding position on the diamond, comfort and durability are the name of the game for elite backstops who need to withstand the grind pitch after pitch. The rounded, oval shape of mitt's and the closed webbing are built to extend your range and stand tough over time, with added padding around the edges to withstand repeated high velocity pitches. The type of leather along with the comfort level of the wrist opening and finger lining will be paramount when finding the right mitt.

First Base

Another rigorous position that demands quite a bit from athletes, First Base Mitts also feature a rounded, oval shape that allows players to scoop out poorly thrown balls in the dirt. Larger, deeper pockets allow for a more secure catch and hold, an integral part of completing the must-have plays when the game is on the line.

All-Purpose

Also called a Utility glove, these are perfect for players who move all over the diamond. The in-between sizing allows players to keep their same glove when moving from the Infield to the Outfield, or from the Outfield to the pitchers mound.

Pitcher

To conceal the hand and the ball prior to getting into your windup, Pitchers generally utilize a closed web design. The right size can depend on player preference, but anything with a closed or stitched up web will be ideal to meet the demands of most hurlers.