The Akadema APS-288 Training Glove is a 9.5" glove created for serious infield practice. The smaller 9.5" pattern forces the softball infielder to focus on fielding techniques and not rely simply on the glove to catch the ball. This is a two hands game that begins with the feet. The APS-288 teaches the softball infielder to use the feet and move to the ball to get in front of the ball to receive it. This is a great training aid to help softball and baseball players understand the mechanics of fielding.