Equipment Science
Lesson 10 of 15

Thigh & Arm Guards

3 min read•3/19 sections

Layered impact absorption.

Technical Breakdown

19-section schema

Definition

Soft-foam guards worn under clothing on the front thigh (and inner thigh for the back leg), plus a forearm guard on the leading arm.

Tactical Use

Front-thigh guard mandatory against ; inner-thigh guard for batters hit between the pads.

Common Mistakes & Drills

Compressed foam loses 50% impact resistance — replace every two seasons.