Left Handed Throw Catchers Mitt for dad

[LEsoftballdad]

I second LE's suggestion on a baseball firstbaseman's glove. I have been using a HOH firstbaseman's glove to catch my DD from 12U-16U and it has served it's purpose. Now she is throwing in the low to mid 60's and I am thinking about a catcher's mitt, but I have had no problems up to this point.

I am also a lefty and have had trouble finding any decent catchers mitts that aren't custom.

If you can deal with the color, there's this baseball beauty from Rawlings in left-handed throw.

Rawlings Heart of the Hide Exclusive 32.5" Catcher's Mitt | Rawlings

This 32.5-inch Heart of the Hide catcher's mitt features a gorgeous Columbia blue colorway and R2G break-in, so you can start framing pitches ASAP. Get yours!

www.rawlings.com

 

[LEsoftballdad]

All-Star makes a few left-handed throw, too. You can get a baseball or fastpitch one for under $150.

Top Star™ Catching Mitt

The TopStar™ series is built with premium features for the seasoned travel ball catcher. This mitt is built with durable steer hide leather and premium lacing with the classic appearance of an All-Star mitt. This mitt has an extended pocket, an adjustable wrist closure, and built-in index finger...

all-starsports.com

 

[ANNASDAD]

All-Star makes a few left-handed throw, too. You can get a baseball or fastpitch one for under $150.

Top Star™ Catching Mitt

The TopStar™ series is built with premium features for the seasoned travel ball catcher. This mitt is built with durable steer hide leather and premium lacing with the classic appearance of an All-Star mitt. This mitt has an extended pocket, an adjustable wrist closure, and built-in index finger...

all-starsports.com

I remember when you could get a LHT CMW3000 for $99 straight from All-Star. Good ole days!

 

[cnardone]

What about this?
https://all-starsports.com/collections/fp-mitts/products/heiress™-fastpitch-catching-mitt?variant=41472396427321

 

[LEsoftballdad]

What about this?
https://all-starsports.com/collections/fp-mitts/products/heiress™-fastpitch-catching-mitt?variant=41472396427321

That's one of the ones I saw, but sizing could be an issue with All-Star. Most fastpitch mitts are too small for a man's hand, except the Liberty Advanced. That's why I had to go with a baseball mitt after the LA no longer provided enough padding.

 

[injnyr]

I know you have a budget, but this mitt here will last a very long time. I have had mine for 3+ years and even with my oldest DD now touching 60-62 and more movement, I still don't feel a thing:

33.5 Inch All-Star Professional Series CMW3001B Women's Fastpitch Softball Catcher's Mitt

www.hq4sports.com

I did find another LHT catcher's mitt but the padding isn't the greatest. A catcher would catch my DD with this one and her hand would feel raw after just one inning:

Easton Elite Jen Schroeder 33" Fastpitch Catcher's Mitt (MYWHY-29) | JustBallGloves.com

Easton Elite Jen Schroeder 33" Fastpitch Catcher's Mitt: MYWHY-29 Go after the Easton Elite and and dominate the fastpitch field from the backstop! Mitt Benefits After a stellar fastpitch career at UCLA, Jen Schroeder has gone on to enjoy a career as a sought-after softball instructor...

www.justballgloves.com

Another All-Star option, but price is a bit more:

All Star Pro 35" Baseball Catcher's Mitt (CM3100BT) | JustBallGloves.com

The All Star commitment to innovation, advanced technology, outstanding craftsmanship and quality service keeps them at the forefront of the industry. No matter what level of ball you play, you need quality equipment and the All Star Professional Series delivers by exceeding player's...

www.justballgloves.com

@KJG81 I also sent you a PM

 

[injnyr]

If you can deal with the color, there's this baseball beauty from Rawlings in left-handed throw.

Rawlings Heart of the Hide Exclusive 32.5" Catcher's Mitt | Rawlings

This 32.5-inch Heart of the Hide catcher's mitt features a gorgeous Columbia blue colorway and R2G break-in, so you can start framing pitches ASAP. Get yours!

www.rawlings.com

IMO, that is a beautiful mitt! I tried it out and although the fit was nice, it is likely too small for fastpitch with it's 32.5" size and it is super stiff. I even tried catching my son who pitches in baseball and it felt small for that, but I'm no pro catcher either...

 

[cnardone]

IMO, that is a beautiful mitt! I tried it out and although the fit was nice, it is likely too small for fastpitch with it's 32.5" size and it is super stiff. I even tried catching my son who pitches in baseball and it felt small for that, but I'm no pro catcher either...

Why is 32.5 too small for a bucket dad? What is the worst thing that might happen, dad not make a backhand pick in the dirt?

 

[Nuwin]

Would one of those padded inner gloves be an alternative solution?

 

[LEsoftballdad]

Would one of those padded inner gloves be an alternative solution?

Markwort makes one for the right hand.

Best Padded Glove for Catchers - Our Top Picks [2024 Season]

Our top picks and reviews of the best padded glove for catchers. This review contains helpful descriptions, pros and cons, images, and more!

www.catchershome.com