Fastpitch Third Base Gloves (12.00")
The standard for the Hot Corner. At 12 inches, these gloves offer the perfect balance of reach for line drives and transfer speed for bunts. Featuring reinforced H-Webs and pro-grade leather to withstand elite bat exit velocities.
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Rawlings 2022-23 Shut Out 12" Fastpitch Glove
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Wilson 2025 A500 "Siren" 12" Fastpitch Glove
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Wilson A700® 12" Fastpitch Glove
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Mizuno 2025 Franchise Series Fastpitch Gloves
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Mizuno 312787 MVP Prime 12" Fastpitch Glove - LH Thrower
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Why 12.00" is the Standard for Third Base
The "Hot Corner" requires a unique blend of bravery and geometry. 12 inches is the industry standard size for this position for two specific reasons.
1. Reaction Time vs. Reach
While a larger glove (12.5") offers more reach, it can be heavy and slow to transfer. A 12.00" glove is compact enough to pull from your backhand to your throwing ear instantly, which is critical when a bunt is laid down or you have to turn a 5-4-3 double play.
2. Structural Integrity
Third basemen face the hardest hit balls on the field. The 12.00" pattern, typically paired with an H-Web or I-Web, offers a stiff structure that won't bend backward when catching a line drive. Brands like Wilson and Resilient SFBL engineer their 12" patterns with reinforced heels specifically for this purpose.