The Rawlings Select Series Catcher’s Glove is designed for recreational baseball players and has a brushed nylon cushioned finger back lining that creates a soft comfortable feel. The cushioned palm pad provided impact absorption and protection for hard hit balls that hit the mitt. It’s soft, all-leather shell construction and palm lining create a very comfortable feel and added shock reduction makes this glove a safe and reliable option for youth baseball players. This glove provides more catch control due to strong leather lacing that provides ongoing pocket formation.