Baseball is an iconic sport and is loved by Americans young and old, alike. It is the 2nd most popular sport in the United States and 7th most popular in the world. For all those who are new to baseball, the game may seem a bit confusing at first but once you get to know all the rules and regulations, you will simply fall in love with it. The sport is played on a diamond-shaped playing field and has nine players on each side. The offensive team bats and the defensive team pitches and try to stop the team batting from scoring runs. The game is divided into 9 innings, each divided into two halves. One team bats the first half and the next bats the second. The objective of the game is to outscore your opponent. Along with the knowledge of the rules you will also require some special baseball gear without which you cannot play baseball.
- Baseball Team Uniforms
The baseball team uniforms consists of baseball consists of a Baseball Jersey and Baseball Pants. The baseball jersey and baseball pants are a team’s identity. They are the team’s colors and helps the players, spectators and referee identify the two teams with ease. The uniforms have the players’ number and name on the back and the teams crest on the front. The team uniforms are lightweight and made of breathable moisture wicking fabrics. The uniforms keep the players cool and dry and help them perform and carry out all their movements with ease.
- Baseball Bats
An essential piece of equipment, you simply can’t play the sport without a baseball bat. The bats are a smooth cylindrical wooden or metal club that is used to hit the ball after it is thrown by the pitcher. By regulation, professionals are only allowed to use bats made of wood. The bats cannot be more than 2.75 inches in diameter and the thickest part should not be more than 42 inches in length.
- Baseballs
Baseball is nothing without baseballs. Baseballs are typically made of a rubber core (also called a pill) which is wrapped in yarn and is covered with cowhide. They two peanut shaped cowhides are sewn together using red threads and normally weigh around 5.25 ounces.
- Baseball Gloves
Baseball gloves (also known as baseball mitts) are large leather gloves worn by the players of the defending team. These gloves assist the players in catching and fielding the balls hit by the batter or thrown by a team mate. The glove is usually worn in the weaker arm. For example, if a player is right handed, he will wear a left hand glove and keep his right hand free to throw the ball.
- Batting Helmet
Batting helmets are an essential piece of gear that keeps the batsmen safe from head injuries. Helmets are made of strong plastic and have a soft padding on the inside for comfort. The helmet come in a variety of styles and the batsmen can choose almost any style he finds comfortable. The safety rating of the helmet is rated in mph (miles per hour). This number tells speed of the impact the helmet can protect you from.
- Catchers Gear
The catcher is an individual who is placed behind the batter and his duty is to catch the pitch. The catchers gear is a must as the catcher is always in the line of fast pitches. The basic catchers gear consists of a helmet, a chest pad, leg guards and a glove. The catchers gear is an essential piece of equipment and is a must have.
- Protective Cup
Not exactly the most hip and cool piece of gear but if you’re a male you definitely know its importance. A protective cup is one of the most essential pieces of safety equipment any player can own. Cups are most necessary for the players on the infield, as in this area there are a lot of low and ground balls. Everyone should wear it none the less as it does safe the individual from a lott of pain.
- Baseball Cleats
If you are playing proper baseball, like you know in a proper park then you’d definitely require baseball cleats. Baseball cleats are like regular shoes but have chiseled studs underneath. These cleats provide the necessary grip to the players and help them perform in their given roles.
