Mizuno Training Catcher's Mitt GFN1T

The Mizuno Franchise GFN1T is a 30-inch training catcher's mitt built to teach young backstops proper receiving mechanics and soft hands. Its deliberately compact 30-inch pattern is smaller than a game mitt, forcing catchers to receive the ball cleanly in the center of the pocket and quicken their transfers — habits that carry straight into live play. A full-grain leather shell and laced binding deliver Mizuno's proven durability, while a two-piece solid web and SteerSoft Elite palm liner give the mitt a dependable, comfortable feel. Bridging the gap for adolescent and teenaged hands, it's an ideal development tool for any catcher's training program.

Key features & specs:

• Size: 30-inch training catcher's mitt — undersized to sharpen mechanics
• Purpose: teaches clean receiving, framing, and quick transfers
• Shell: full-grain leather with laced binding for durability
• Web: two-piece solid web
• Liner: SteerSoft Elite palm liner; black and tan colorway
• Style #313135 (SKU MZ-313135)

Coach's tip: Use it for bullpen and framing drills, then switch back to a game mitt — the smaller pocket makes the full-size mitt feel easy. Care: Wipe clean after use, store with a ball in the pocket, and condition the leather occasionally to keep it soft.