Akadema Youth Prodigy Series AGC98 32” Inch Catchers Mitt

SKU: AGC 98

$139.95 ~~$169.99~~

For ages 9-13. 32” circumference pattern, Spiral-Lock web, open back, and deep pocket designed for the serious youth catcher. Designed by Hall of Famer Gary Carter, the AGC-98 features new patent pending "Stress Wedge" technology, located between the index finger and thumb, the Praying Mantis offers shock absorbing protection for the hand against injury and sting when receiving the ball. The Praying Mantis also offers two additional "Finger Hammocks" allowing the fingers to be firmly positioned and more secure in the glove. Additional features include the "Double-sided Slim Padding" allowing for increased pocket size and easier ball retention. Uniquely designed shape allows the throwing hand easier access into the pocket, resulting in a quicker glove to hand transfer and faster times to second base. The Praying Mantis also features a "Double Flexhinge" which makes the glove snap closed on contact. Hand-crafted with select U.S. Steerhide pocket, AkademaLyte leather on the back, and Akadema ¼” Rawhide lacing. Right or left hand throw

Glove Sizing Guide & Info

SECOND BASE / SHORTSTOP

Ages 7 and under: 8 - 10.5" Inches

Ages 8-10: 10.5 - 11.25" Inches

Ages 11-13: 11 - 11.5" Inches

Ages 14+: 11.25 - 11.5" Inches

THIRD BASE

Ages 7 and under: 8 - 10.5" Inches

Ages 8-10: 10.5 - 11.5" Inches

Ages 11-13: 11 - 11.75" Inches

Ages 14+: 11.5 - 12" Inches

PITCHER

Ages 7 and under: 8 - 10.5" Inches

Ages 8-10: 10.5 - 11.5" Inches

Ages 11-13: 11.5 - 12" Inches

Ages 14+: 11.5 - 12" Inches

OUTFIELD

Ages 7 and under: 9 - 10.5" Inches

Ages 8-10: 10 - 12" Inches

Ages 11-13: 11.75 - 12.75" Inches

Ages 14+: 12 - 13” Inches

CATCHER

Ages 7 and under: 29.5 - 30" Inches

Ages 8-10: 30 - 31" Inches

Ages 11-13: 30 - 32.5" Inches

Ages 14+: 32 - 34” Inches

FIRST BASE

Ages 7 and under: 11.5" Inches

Ages 8-10: 11.5 - 12" Inches

Ages 11-13: 11.5 - 12" Inches

Ages 14+: 12 - 13" Inches

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