NEO High Performance Softball Fielder's Mask
The NEO High Performance Softball Fielder's Mask is built for infielders and pitchers who face hard-hit balls at close range, and it addresses the complaint players have with most fielder's masks: one that slides out of position halfway through an inning. A dial at the back of the headband tightens the fit in small steps, so the mask stays where the player set it. It comes in two sizes and a range of colors, which makes it a practical choice for softball players from youth travel ball through high school.
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Dial-Fit Keeps the Mask Where You Set It
A mask that shifts on contact, or on a sprint to cover a base, pulls a fielder's attention away from the play. The Dial-Fit system tightens the headband in small, controlled increments, so a player can set a snug fit before the first pitch and keep it through diving stops and hard throws. The adjustment works with one hand, which matters between pitches when there is no time to unbuckle a strap and start over. It also means a softball program sharing masks across a roster can reset the fit in seconds instead of sorting through the team bag for the right size.
ExoShield Carries Coverage Past the Cage
The impact-resistant ExoShield forms the solid brow and upper frame, and it extends coverage further back over the head than an open wire cage does on its own. For a corner infielder playing in on a slap hitter, or a pitcher finishing her motion off balance, that extra coverage sits over the area most exposed when a line drive arrives with no reaction time. The open cage below keeps sightlines clear through the hitting zone so the player can still read the ball off the bat.
Built Around How Softball Players Wear Their Hair
High ponytails and braids fight most fielder's masks. The rear strap wants to sit exactly where the hair already is, and the mask ends up riding too high or cinched down too hard to fix it. The NEO frame and strap layout leaves room for a high ponytail, braids, and similar styles, so the fit does not have to change on days a player wears her hair differently.
Room to Make It a Team Look
The solid brow panel gives usable space for team logos, player numbers, and personal decoration, so a softball program can put a full infield in one colorway and still let players mark their own gear. The color range runs from plain Black and White to Deep Blue, Slate Gray, and Rose Gold.
Who This Fielder's Mask Is For
Face protection matters most where reaction time runs out, which in softball means the circle and the corners. The players below get the most out of a mask that holds its position without constant readjustment.
- Softball pitchers, who stand closest to the hitter with the least time to react
- Corner infielders at first and third playing in on bunts and slaps
- Middle infielders who want face protection without losing sightlines
- Travel and rec players in leagues that require face protection for infielders
- Programs that share masks between players and need a fit that resets quickly
- Players who have given up on masks that slide out of position
Choosing Your Size
The mask comes in two sizes, split by head circumference. Measure around the head just above the eyebrows and ears, keeping the tape level.
- XS/S: up to 22-1/4 inches circumference. Generally fits players 13 and under, or anyone currently in a youth-size mask.
- M/L: 22-1/4 inches circumference and above. Generally fits players 14 and older, or anyone currently in an adult-size mask.
A player who measures right at 22-1/4 inches sits on the boundary between the two; that measurement and above takes the M/L. Age is a rough guide, so the tape measure wins when the two disagree.
NEO High Performance Softball Fielder's Mask Specifications
- Sport: softball
- Sizes: XS/S and M/L
- XS/S fit range: up to 22-1/4 inches head circumference
- M/L fit range: 22-1/4 inches head circumference and above
- Fit system: Dial-Fit adjustable headband
- Upper protection: ExoShield impact-resistant frame
- Colors: Black, Deep Blue, Slate Gray, Rose Gold, White
- Sold as: each
Frequently Asked Questions
What size NEO mask should I order?
Measure head circumference just above the eyebrows. Up to 22-1/4 inches takes the XS/S; 22-1/4 inches and above takes the M/L. If you cannot measure, players 13 and under usually land in the XS/S and players 14 and older in the M/L, but the measurement is the better guide.
Will it fit over a high ponytail or braids?
Yes. The frame and strap layout is designed to clear high ponytails and braids rather than forcing a player to change how she wears her hair on game day.
Can the same mask move between different players?
The dial makes that practical. Each player can tighten or loosen the headband to her own fit in a few seconds, which is why the mask works well for a program that keeps a couple of masks in the team bag rather than one per player.
Is this mask meant for pitchers or infielders?
Both. Softball pitchers and corner infielders take the hardest-hit balls with the least reaction time, and they are the most common users, but the mask suits any infield position where a player wants face protection.
How is this different from a plain wire fielder's mask?
Two things. The Dial-Fit headband replaces the elastic strap that lets a basic mask creep out of position, and the ExoShield brow adds solid coverage above the cage instead of leaving the forehead behind wire alone.
How do I keep the mask clean through a season?
Wipe the frame and cage with a damp cloth and mild soap after dusty tournament weekends, then let it air dry rather than leaving it sealed in a hot equipment bag. Keep the dial mechanism free of infield dirt so it keeps turning smoothly, and check that the chin pad and rear strap are still seated before each game.
How do I measure head circumference?
Run a soft tape measure around the widest part of the head, sitting just above the eyebrows and above the ears, and keep it level all the way around. Read the measurement snug but not tight. A length of string marked and held against a ruler works if you do not have a soft tape.