Selecting the appropriate size catcher's mitt for young players is crucial. With a wide range of options available, it's essential to take into account the hand opening, finger stalls, and overall circumference of the mitt when making your choice. Young players typically require catcher's mitts with a smaller hand opening, tighter finger stalls, and smaller circumference. The purpose of this blog post is to help parents and coaches choose the best catcher's mitt for the younger ball players.

1. The initial step in the process is to select the appropriate size or circumference of the catcher's mitt for the player.

Top Picks

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  89.95
  

  All-Star Youth Baseball Catchers Mitt CM1011 31.5 Right Hand Throw

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  129.95
  

  Rawlings R9 Series Baseball Catchers Mitt 1 Piece Solid Web 32.5 inch Right Hand Throw

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  129.95
  

  Rawlings R9 Contour Baseball Catchers Mitt 32 Inch 1-Piece Closed Web Right Hand Throw

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  159.95
  

  Marucci M Type Oxbow 235C1 33.50 Catchers Mitt Right Hand Throw

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Here are several reasons why it's crucial for younger players to have the correct catcher's mitt:

Comfort: A well-fitting and comfortable catcher's mitt can help prevent hand fatigue and injury, allowing the player to perform better and avoid discomfort during games and practices

Control: A catcher's mitt that is the appropriate size and shape for the player's hand will provide better control and help the player make accurate throws to bases.

Development: Having the right catcher's mitt can help develop proper techniques and skills, such as catching and blocking, which are essential for the player's development and success as a catcher.

Confidence: A catcher who feels confident and comfortable with their catcher's mitt is more likely to perform at their best and enjoy playing the position.

Safety: Some catcher's mitts are designed with extra padding and protection to help prevent injury, making it especially important for younger players who may not have fully developed hand strength and coordination.

Depending on players size and strength after the age of 12 or 13, players typically begin using adult catcher's mitts. 

Some more popular catchers mitts include the following:

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  299.95
  

  Rawlings Horween Heart of the Hide 33 Inch Catchers Mitt Speedshell Right Hand Throw

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  299.95
  

  Rawlings Heart of Hide 2022 Catchers Mitt 33 inch Right Hand Throw

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  249.95
  

  All-Star CM3100SBT Catchers Mitt Black/Tan 33.5 inch Right Handed Throw

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  Now: $249.95

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  449.95
  

  All-star Catchers Mitt CM3000SBK Pro 33.5 inch Right Handed Throw

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  Now: $449.95

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  299.95
  

  Rawlings Heart of Hide 2022 Catchers Mitt 33.5 inch Right Hand Throw

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  219.95
  

  JL Glove Co Catchers Mitt BK11 33.5 Inch Black Tan Right Hand Throw

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  Now: $219.95

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  379.95
  

  Rawlings Pro Preferred Catchers Mitt 34 Inch Camel Black Right Hand Throw

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  299.95
  

  Rawlings Heart of Hide 34 Catchers Mitt Y Molina Right Hand Throw

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  249.95
  

  All-Star CM3100BT 34 Baseball Catchers Mitt Right Hand Throw

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  299.95
  

  Rawlings Heart of the Hide Traditional Series Catchers Mitt Baseball Glove 33 RPROTCM33T Right Hand Throw

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  299.95
  

  Rawlings Heart of the Hide CONTOUR Catchers Mitt Baseball Glove 32.5 RPRORCM325US Right Hand Throw

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  359.99
  

  Marucci Capitol Series 2024 M TYPE 240C1 34.00 Catchers Mitt Right Hand Throw

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  379.95
  

  Rawlings 2024 Pro Preferred Series Catchers Mitt RPROSCM33BRC Baseball Glove 33 Right Hand Throw

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  Now: $379.95

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  379.95
  

  Rawlings Pro Preferred Series Catchers Mitt RPROSCM43CBS Baseball Glove 34 Right Hand Throw

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  299.95
  

  Rawlings Heart of The Hide Baseball Catchers Mitt Hypershell 34 Inch 1-Piece Solid Web Right Hand Throw

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  Now: $299.95

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  279.95
  

  All-Star Pro-Elite Professional Catchers Mitt BLACK & TAN YOUTH 31.5 Right Hand Throw

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  Now: $279.95

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  299.95
  

  All-Star S7 ELITE Catchers Mitt 34 Inch Right Hand Throw

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  99.95
  

  All-Star Future Star Catchers Mitt ADULT 33.5 Right Hand Throw

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  Now: $99.95

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  99.95
  

  All-Star Future Star Catchers Mitt YOUTH 31.5 Right Hand Throw

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  Now: $99.95

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  149.95
  

  All-Star Top Star Catchers Mitt ADULT 33.5 Right Hand Throw

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  Now: $149.95

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  299.95
  

  Rawlings Heart of the Hide Military Green Catchers Mitt 34 Inch Right Hand Throw

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  159.95
  

  Marucci Oxbow M TYPE 235C1 33.50 Catchers Mitt Solid Web Camel Tan Right Hand Throw

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  Now: $159.95

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  209.95
  

  Marucci Palmetto Fastpitch Softball Glove 240C2 34.00 Catchers Mitt Right Hand Throw

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  Now: $209.95

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  79.95
  

  Marucci Caddo Series Youth Baseball Glove 31 Inch Catchers Mitt Right Hand Throw

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  Now: $79.95

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  109.95
  

  Marucci Acadia M Type Baseball Glove 32 Inch Catchers Mitt Right Hand Throw

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  Now: $109.95

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  249.95
  

  Easton Professional Collection Fastpitch Softball Catchers Mitt 34 Right Hand Throw - Modified Pro H-Web White/Grey…"

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  Now: $249.95

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  379.95
  

  JL Glove Co XX Stock BK11 33.5 Tan Catchers Mitt Right Hand Throw Baseball Glove

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  Now: $379.95

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  179.95
  

  Gloveworks Columbia Blue 34 Inch Catchers Mitt Right Hand Throw

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  Now: $179.95