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BASIC EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR LITTLE LADIES (Mini's & Rookies):
- Glove (see chart below)
- Cleats (In the 6&Under and 8&Under division optional)
- Visor (optional, wait for coach to give you the team colors)
- Water bottle (for practices and/or games)
- Softball T-Ball Bat-size 14/24 (not necessary, league provides each team with a couple of bats)
BASIC EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR ALL OTHER DIVISIONS:
Below is a list of items that most players will need during season play.
- Glove (see chart below)
- Cleats
- Sliding Shorts
- Knee Guards (optional)
- Visor (optional, wait for coach to give you the team colors)
- Helmet with Facemask and Chinstrap
HOW TO SELECT A SOFTBALL GLOVE:
 Below is a general guideline.
If your daughter is in the 6&Under division, look for the Wilson brand "Easy Catch" glove, size 10 - 10 1/2.
If your daughter is in the 8&Under division, look for the Wilson brand " Monster Web" glove, size 10 - 10 1/2.
At the younger ages, it is difficult for tiny hands to open "taco" gloves. We found that both of these gloves are designed to keep the glove open for easy catching.
GLOVE SIZING CHART
| Age |
Position |
Glove size |
| 6&Under |
All |
10 - 10 1/2 inches |
| 8&Under |
All |
11 inches |
| 9 - 13 |
Infield |
11 - 12 1/2 inches |
| 9 - 13 |
Outfield |
11 - 12 1/2 inches |
| High School/Adult |
Infield |
12 - 13 inches |
| High School/Adult |
Outfield |
12 - 13 inches |
SOFTBALL BAT CHART:
(Do not use this chart for 6&U or 8&U)
REPLACING ATHLETIC SHOES?
Factors To Consider When Replacing Your Child's Athletic Shoes
By Paige Stoyer
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