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Softball gear, sized right

Find the right size glove, bat, helmet, and cleats for your player, or learn how fastpitch gear works before you shop.

Find her sizesAnswer six quick questions and get a Gear Card with her sizes for every piece of gear.Takes about a minute Learn about gearBrowse the guides. No questions asked. Good for learning how sizing works before you shop.Start reading

Gear guides

Gloves and mittsSizes by age and position, including first base and catcher's mitts BatsLength, weight, drop, and the stamp your league needs Batting helmetsHow to measure her head and check the fit Catcher's gearHelmet, chest protector, leg guards, and mitt CleatsMolded or metal, the rules by age, and how they should fit Balls, masks, and moreFace masks, sliding shorts, batting gloves, and bags

By position

Position guidesHow infield, outfield, utility, pitcher, first base, and catcher gear differ Starting a new positionFor older players moving to first base or catcher

Understand the choices

Gear types explainedComposite or alloy bats, one-piece or two-piece, glove webs, cleat types, and more First-season checklistWhat to buy, what's nice to have, and what the team usually provides

Three rules that save money

Don't buy to grow into. A glove, helmet, or catcher's gear that's too big is harder to use and protects less. Buy for her size now.
Ask what the team provides. Many teams have bats, helmets, and catcher's gear to share, especially for younger players.
Match the bat stamp to the league. A bat without the right certification mark can't be used in games, no matter how good it is.