New Other Akadema Design Series 34" Faspitch Softball Catcher's Mitt Black Gray 34 Inch:Black White Bunch of Cleat marks Lavender Bunch of Cleat marks The gradient compression helps muscles recover faster during rest by improving circulation and aids removal of lactic acid so you feel less sore in the morning located between the index finger and thumb the Praying Mantis offers shock absorbing protection for the hand against injury and sting when receiving the ball two additional "Finger Hammocks" allowing the fingers to be firmly positioned and more secure in the glove "Double sided Slim Padding" allowing for increased pocket size and easier ball retention "Double Flexhinge" which makes the glove snap closed on contact "Stress Wedge" technology