About the Infield Training Pancake Glove
The Infield Training Pancake Glove reinforces the fielding habits every infielder needs. The glove is flat, with no pocket to trap the ball, so the fielder has to use two hands, receive the ball softly and get the hands out in front of the body. If the throwing hand does not cover the ball, it falls out. That instant feedback builds soft hands faster than any amount of talk.
It is also a favorite for double play work. With no pocket to dig the ball out of, middle infielders learn quick, clean transfers on the feed and the turn.
Features
- Flat training surface with no pocket
- Forces two hands and soft hands
- Gets the hands out in front of the body
- Great for quick transfers and double play turns
- 100 percent leather with rawhide lacing
- Adjustable wrist strap for different hand sizes
Drills to Try
- Short hops: a partner throws short hops from close range and the fielder catches with two hands out front.
- Rolled ground balls: start on the knees, then from a ready position, and focus on presenting the glove and covering with the throwing hand.
- Transfer race: catch and get the ball to the throwing hand as fast as possible, ten in a row.
- Double play feeds: second baseman and shortstop feed and turn with the pancake glove to quicken the exchange.
- Wall ball: throw against a wall or rebounder and field the return with soft hands.
Pairs Well With
A rebounder gives a fielder unlimited reps without a partner. Choose the Junior Rebounder 26x26 for compact spaces, the Large Fielding Rebounder 3x3 for multi-angle work, or the XL 5x5 Baseball Fielding Rebounder for team stations.
Why Coaches Use a Pancake Glove
A regular glove lets a fielder get away with one-handed stabs and lazy feet, because the pocket hides the mistake. The pancake glove takes that away. Players quickly learn to field the ball out in front, cover with the throwing hand and move their feet to get in position, and those habits stay when they switch back to a game glove. A few minutes at the start of every practice is enough to see the difference.
Infield Training Pancake Glove Specifications
- Type: flat infield training glove (pancake glove)
- Material: 100 percent leather
- Lacing: rawhide
- Fit: adjustable wrist strap
- Use: two hand fielding, transfers, double play drills
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the glove flat?
With no pocket, the fielder has to use two hands and receive the ball softly, which builds the habits that carry over to a game glove.
Will it fit my player?
The adjustable wrist strap fits different hand sizes.
Is it only for infielders?
Infielders use it most, but any player working on soft hands and quick transfers can benefit.
