DD uses the Schutt CP and leg guards. Similar to Eric's daughter's experience the leg guards seem to twist out of position way too often regardless of what we've tried. Any suggestions on reducing this would be appreciated but most likely we'll be looking for a replacement set. My DD also really likes the Wilson helmet.
Catcher Gear Recommendation/Reviews?
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You might try switching out the calf straps with the All Star Deltaflex straps if the Schutts have the rings to do so.
DD was the same way. LOVES the Wilson chest and legs the second she tried them on. My DD uses the Easton Mako helmet.
thanks for all this conversation. It's really rich, and I was surprised by how many folks do the mismatched thing. I hadn't really considered that.
I ended up finding a Louisville level 5 set on clearance that will fill the gap as we start the season for the team. I do wonder, though, at what point is it reasonable to expect a girl to provide her own gear that matches her preferences?
I ended up finding a Louisville level 5 set on clearance that will fill the gap as we start the season for the team. I do wonder, though, at what point is it reasonable to expect a girl to provide her own gear that matches her preferences?
In TB, just about the same time she becomes a catcher. Rec varies but usually if the player becomes a full time starter for the team, my experience has been no later than second year 12U. By then, they're starting to look towards becoming serious about the position for either TB, HS or both.
My DD has had her own gear since she made the commitment to wanting making it her primary position, made the dedication to the work necessary to improving her game, and earned the spot as a starter - fall ball, first year 10U rec. That said, I still see a lot of 12U rec players using team gear.
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