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Baseball Catchers Gear
Baseball catchers gear is an essential part of a teams equipment. Over the years we have seen an increase in the demand for safe equipment. More research continues to show the alarming effects of concussions and other injuries catchers might face. So, with more caution comes more safety. So, baseball catchers gear today, as a result of this, is much more safe than it once was. Baseball catchers gear was once extremely simple. All catchers needed was something to cover their legs, chest, and face. Concussions didn't matter, so why try to innovate with something safe. Catchers wore the bare minimum back in the day, and it wasn't until the 90's that gear started changing.
NOCSAE Certified Catchers Gear
NOCSAE certified catchers gear is the result of the need for requiring gear to meet safety standards. The hockey style catchers helmet made it's debut in the early 2000's. MLB catcher, Charlie O'Brien, was the first to debut this product that has come so far from its beginnings. The hockey style mask, obviously, derives from the goalie masks in hockey. This style does much more to protect the entire head. Rather than just covering the face, this mask covers the face, ears, and the back of the head. This style became mandatory in youth leagues, and now there is a major shift in the MLB for catchers to start using these helmets. This is because they offer more protection, and are even now more comfortable.
The newest safety innovation now involves the chest protector. There are new NOCSAE standards for chest protectors. This is to prevent knocking the heart out of rhythm when the catcher is struck in the chest. As of January 1st, 2020, all high school catchers are required to wear a chest protector that is NOCSAE certified. The NCAA will require the same in 2021. See the best and safest baseball catchers gear below.
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Mizuno Catchers Throat Guard MTG100
Mizuno Catchers Throat Guard | MTG100 Features: The Mizuno Catchers Throat Guard MTG100 is made of lightweight, yet durable ABS plastic. It is easily attachable to your helmet with adjustable Velcr...Regular price $14.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Easton Catchers Throat Guard A165120
Easton Catchers Throat Guard | A165120 Features: The Easton Catchers Throat Guard provides critical and added protection of the throat that will work with any catcher s mask. Durable nylon ties are...Regular price $12.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Rawlings Youth Catchers Throat Guard TP4
Rawlings Youth Catchers Throat Guard | TP4 Features The Rawlings Youth Catchers Throat Guard is great for any young catcher. This throat guard is designed for youth player s and youth-sized equipm...Regular price $9.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per
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Wilson Youth Catchers Throat Guard
Wilson Youth Catchers Throat Guard Throat protector fits any model mask 6 inch model Easy attach clips (included) color: black WTA3901 - 6 inch The Wilson Youth Catchers Throat Guard is an often...Regular price $12.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Evoshield 4.5 inch Catchers Throat Guard
Evoshield 4.5 inch Catchers Throat Guard Throat protector Fits any model mask (Traditional or Hockey Style) 4.5 inch model Easy attach clips (included) Color: black WB5711501 The Evoshield 4.5 in...Regular price $17.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per
