“Every strike brings me closer to the next home run.” That is one of the famous quotes from the late baseball player, Babe Ruth. Do you want to become the next Babe Ruth? If yes, then you ought to prepare yourself, starting with the necessary basic baseball apparel and equipment.
What Do You Need to Start Playing Baseball?
Here are seven things you and your team will need to get started with baseball and carve your way to a national tournament and the next world-breaking home run:
Baseball Uniforms
The basic necessity for all players. This includes the baseball pants and shirts. The color and design is generally unique to each team.
Gloves and Mitts
All players wear leather gloves to better hold or catch a ball and for stronger grip of the bat. The catcher and first baseman also wear mitts that are wider and more padded.
Caps and Helmets
Caps are used by all players to shield their eyes from the sun. On the other hand, helmets are worn by both the batter and catcher to protect their faces and ears from possible impact from the pitcher’s throw.
Cleats
These are unique baseball shoes that provide better traction. The cleats can be either rubber or metal.
Bases
Four bases are needed for the four corners of the infield, which a player must touch. The first three bases are generally made of canvas while the home (fourth) base should be a rubber plate.
Ball
A ball, roughly 9 inches in circumference, with a rubber or cork center and tightly wrapped with yarn and then covered with leather.
Bat
The bat may either be fully wooden or with a hollow aluminum structure, the latter being used only in amateur leagues.