The Rawlings R9 11.5-inch Black/Pink glove is an infield model with a standard fit, not the smaller ContoUR hand opening. Its 200 pattern and I-Web suit players who want a compact glove for ground balls and moving the ball to the throwing hand.
The soft all-leather shell is designed for a quicker break-in than a stiff professional-style glove. Rawlings lists 20 percent player break-in, leaving some shaping work for the player without starting from a completely firm shell.
A reinforced palm pad and padded thumb loop add cushioning, while padded fingerback liners improve comfort inside the glove. A conventional back completes the familiar infield layout.
Black leather gives the glove a classic base, with pink laces and accents adding color around the web and pocket. This right-hand-throw version is worn on the left hand. It is a useful option for an infielder who wants a standard hand fit, a soft leather feel and an 11.5-inch pattern without stepping into a more demanding break-in.
