Breaking in a New Ball Glove
November 13, 2009 by BattersUp
Filed under Baseball Equipment, Youth Gloves
When I was still in little league, it was easy to tell the kids who just showed up for games as opposed to the ones who put in hours of practice at home. My dad took the time to play catch with me in the backyard; in fact, heâd simulate grounders, pop flies and tricky line-drives for me as I practiced for my shortstop role. Some kids would just show up to the game with a stiff mitt that wouldnât even close around the ball.
The best way to soften the leather of youth baseball gloves is to use it â just go out there and get it dirty with grass stains and mud. Beyond that, you can oil it up and apply a rubber band to keep it closed. Heating the glove can also make it more malleable, so donât be afraid to leave it inside a baking car during the summer. The most important thing to keep in mind is that you should form a well-shaped pocket where a baseball will fit nice and snug.
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