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- Game day glove of Julie Smith, USA Gold Medal second baseman
- Open back with Grasp Clasp Wrist System
- Reptilian Pattern
- Smaller Finger Stalls for the Female Hand
Akadema is the most exciting baseball and softball company in the world. Akadema's ownership attributes an increasing market share to their innovative quality professional product line in contrast to mass-produced products that have little to do with quality, feel, or design that raise the level of play. Born to satisfy the needs of the competitive fastpitch player, the Akadema FastPitch Design Series is handcrafted to increase your level of performance on the field. Constructed of U.S. Steer hide throughout the pocket and webbing, the back of the glove features exclusive AkademaLyte leather, decreasing the overall weight of the glove and allowing for a faster break-in period and a more manageable feel. Smaller finger stalls used to decrease the distance between the thumb and index finger and Akadema Grasp Clasp Wrist System allow for increased playability. Free Shipping.
by charF - Jun 25, 2008
Pros: the attached fingers were unique to look at but this thing catches everything.
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by Kokomo, IN - May 12, 2011
Pros: Ready to use right out of the box, or I should say...right out of the bag (comes with a very nice bag). Daughter (12U) already has an Akadema catcher's glove that she has used for years, but was given an opportunity to play a tournament and needed a fielder's glove. Great purchase, great glove, and great service. Speedy delivery too! This site deserves more than 5 stars...
Cons: There should be more than 5 stars to choose from when rating a glove or the company!
by butwhymom - Sep 23, 2011
Pros: This glove is comfortable, the inside is soft and fits my hand well. It was easy to break-in. As a pitcher, I like the pocket design. I also like the padding, I feel confident catching line-drives on the mound.
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by Goodie - May 05, 2011
Pros: I bought this glove for my daughter who plays 12U fastpitch. She had out grown her other Akadema glove which is still in great shape. This allows her to play infield and outfield. The wrist strap is nice so she can tighten it to where she is comfortable. I am very impressed with the quaility of gloves that Akadema makes.
Cons: It is a stiff glove to start, and takes work to break in - but after about a week of playing catch and working with it was good.
by the amazing glove - Mar 24, 2012
Pros: it is ready for game rite away
Cons: kinda snug
by 3 boys - Oct 08, 2011
Pros: none
Cons: I bought this glove with high hopes. After reading reviews I bought one for my 12 year old. I have 3 boys playing ball and I have played for 25 years. This has to be the worst glove I have ever purchased. Looks good at first but after break-in the ball would not stay in the glove. Every time my son would try to catch a ball it would pop out of the top of the glove. I thought it was him but I put the glove and and it did the same thing to me. I use a Nokona and now he will too. Thanks to the best place to buy gloves (this site) we are able to return it for his new Nokona.
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Ask QuestionWhat is the difference in a fast pitch glove versus a slow pitch? My 10 year old daughter plays slow pitch softball as a center fielder/ 2nd base. She is needing a new glove, as she has out grown her size 11 Mizuno Fitch.
Asked by Jonwoos on Apr 26, 2012
Fast pitch gloves have smaller finger stalls than a slow pitch glove. Fast pitch gloves are designed for smaller female hands. We suggest a 11.50" to a 12.00" fastpitch glove.
· Apr 26, 2012
hello, i have a 10 year old pitcher/2nd baseman that is starting the travel ball circuit. We need a new glove, but not sure if this one is too big for her. suggestions? thank you
Asked by JP on Oct 20, 2011
A 12.5 inch glove would probably be a little too big for a 10 year old playing 2nd base and pitching. A 12.5 inch glove like this would be better suited for 12-13 year old girls playing the outfield, or High School age girls looking for a good utility glove. For your daughter I would recommend something around 11.5 or 11.75 inches.
· Oct 21, 2011
I am a college softball player looking for a new glove. I am a middle infielder, about 5'7" and could use some advice. I need a very durable versatile glove and I loving having a good easy pocket with good padding. Hope this is not too complicated.
Asked by Michelle on Aug 12, 2011
This would be a very good glove for you that is also very durable. This is going to be a great glove under $100 and has a lot of padding. It will not take very long to break in.
· Aug 12, 2011
What is the padding like in this glove compared to Mizuno MVP series at a similar price point?
Asked by Softball Mom on Aug 04, 2011
Both have very good padding. It may be hard for some to tell the difference, but I would give the Mizuno MVP series a slight edge due to the ParaShock padding they use.
· Aug 04, 2011
Which Akadema glove do you recommend for my 13 yr old 5'5" daughter who pitches and plays the outfield?
Asked by Maria on Apr 05, 2011
Yes, this glove would work great for a 13 year old playing the outfield and who pitches. This glove does have a deeper pocket so that it will work for an outfielder and pitcher. This glove does have an open back so that the glove can be tightened and loosened for the player.
· Apr 06, 2011
Do your gloves come already broken in?
Asked by michelle on Feb 16, 2011
No, we do not do anything with the gloves when we get them from the manfacturer. However, some gloves are easier than others to break-in.
· Feb 17, 2011
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