Are you planning to buy softball equipment for your daughter? Having the best equipment that your daughter is comfortable in will allow her perform to the maximum and be the best. Here is a guide that will help you buy the right softball gear.
Softball bat There is no better bat than the other. You need to purchase a bat that suits your daughter's skill level, weight, height, and age. If your daughter is small and is just building up her strength choose a lighter bat that she will be able to control and swing easily. If she is stronger, a heavier bat will do for her as she will be able to control her speed. 8-9 year old girls should use a softball bat of 26-28 inches. As your daughter grows each year, you can just add an inch. Aluminum bat is good for beginners, so you can start with the aluminum bat. It is easy for her to improve her swing and doesn't put much weight and pressure on her shoulder. Softball bats at Longstreth are available in a wide variety for your daughter to choose from. Helmet The helmet is one of the most essential softball gear. Softball helmets are made of durable plastic and foam. It helps distribute the forces in case the ball hits the batter's head. The design of the helmet is based on the team or individual preference, but ensure to buy a helmet that fits your daughter's head a little tight. Gloves With the modern technology the softball gloves have improved a lot resulting in excellent performance. Consider the size, comfort, and design to suit your daughter's taste and built, however, note that there are different types of gloves for a different player position. If your daughter is an outfielder, the glove size would be a little larger. Their hand configuration would have deeper pockets that help catch the ball. Infielders require small glove; it allows them to release the ball faster. Cleats Buy the shoes that fit your daughter and that she is comfortable in. Consider the material of the cleats, the weight and how stable is your daughter in the shoes. Consider the inner sole and the outer sole. Equally, check the stud length. All these considerations would help you in selecting the best cleats for your daughter. Protective equipment The kind of protective equipment your daughter would need would be based on the position she is playing in. Catchers especially need to have the right catcher's equipment to stay safe. Sliders protect your daughter when sliding to the base and also protect her calf. The sliding shorts are padded upper thigh with a synthetic compression legging. Other equipment that helps protect your daughter and reduce chances of injuries include, Knee savers- for catchers they help minimize strain at the knee joint. Leg Guards/Shin guards- There is a difference between the two. Leg guards are for catchers and they should cover a little bit above the top of the knee all the way down to the ankles and top of feet. Shin guards are usually for batters. They cover from the top of the foot and ankle to half way up the shin. These protect the shin from fouled off balls. Elbow pads- they help protect elbows and are usually used by batters. Battling gloves- they help reduces chances of hand blisters. Chest protector- they help cover the chest and avoid compelling injuries. When buying the softball equipment note that different leagues have different rules and regulations. Find out about the colors and other specifications from your daughter's coach. While its easy to get carried away and spend a fortune on the equipment, you don't really need the real high end stuff if she is just starting out. What really matters is the fit- the equipment needs to be comfortable for your daughter in order for her to play well. Longstreth Sporting Goods Store has all the right equipment for your young player and our sports counselors are always at hand to answer your questions and to help you guide in making your buying decisions. #SoftballEquipment, #SoftballBats, #SoftballCatchersGear, #SoftballCleats, #SoftballBuyingGuide
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