I've played softball for over 10 years. I've tried a lot of gear in that time. Here is a guide for gear, bag essentials, and advice for the best looking uniforms!
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Attire
Gear
Other Essentials
Attire
Look good, play good!
If you play outfield you should get a visor. Honestly everyone should even just to wear on the bench because they make the jersey look clean.
Custom Visor Caps | Augusta Sportswear Brands
I've had a few belts break on me over the years, so now I only buy Nike ones. They are the best quality when it comes to belts.
Softball Belts
I've tried so many softball pants and these ones are tied for my favorite, they are comfortable and fit well!
Softball Cleats, Gear & Clothes - Pants
These are also tied for first out of my favorite softball pants. Again, super comfortable and fit nice.
Fastpitch Softball Pants - Women's & Girls'
These are the most comfortable sliding shorts out of all the ones I've tried. Pro tip tuck your jersey into your sliding shorts for a better looking tuck!
Adidas Softball Sliding Shorts
Champro has nice thick socks for a really good price!
Multi-Sport Sock
I've found Nike to be the best fitting for me when it comes to cleats. I also think they look the best.
Softball Cleats & Shoes. Nike.com
Gear
Gear up for gameday!
These bags fit sooooo much. This is a must have with all the gear you need for softball.
Baseball and Softball Bags - Bat Bags
Rip it has always been my go to brand for helmets.
Softball Helmets
It's important to find a face mask that you're willing to wear because all infielders should protect their beautiful faces! I recommend metal 100%
Softball Face Guards | Curbside Pickup Available at DICK'S
I upgraded to this bat for this year and this thing is AMAZING! This is the highest quality bat wuth the best technology and is at the top of the market currently.
2026 Easton Ghost Advanced Fastpitch Bat - | Rawlings
Demarini was the brand I used for almost my whole softball career. I had my last bat for 4 years and could have gotten more use from it!
Shop Fastpitch Bats
I think Rawlings has some of the best looking gloves and are very soft, nice leather.
Rawlings Baseball/Softball Gloves | Official MLB® Glove | Rawlings
I've had my Easton glove for almost 10 years now and it is still my favorite. I got one with velcro and was able to make it fit perfectly.
Baseball & Softball Gloves | Easton | Easton
Bruce Bolts are the top of the market batting gloves. They are built with such soft leather and have so many different colorways.
Leather Batting Gloves
Other Essentials
Here are other must haves for your bag!
This stuff is a must when it comes to soreness and aches. In my opinion it is way better than icy hot.
Biofreeze® Pain Relief Gel, 3 fl oz. Tube, Green
This is my favorite sunscreen and is a must have in your bag!
