Mizuno Prospect PowerClose Youth Baseball Glove - Easy Close Sports

Our review of the Mizuno Prospect PowerClose youth baseball glove finds it best suited for younger players learning fundamentals who need an easier-to-close mitt. The single biggest reason to buy is the Power Close technology combined with soft full grain pigskin leather, which makes catching and securing the ball noticeably simpler for small hands. This glove pairs tactile comfort from the Buttersoft liner with a grippy feel and breathability, so a child can play longer and feel confident while they learn.

Key Features

• Power Close technology: Helps young players close the glove more easily so they can secure throws with less effort and build catching confidence.
• Full grain pigskin leather: Provides durability and softens with use so the glove stays protective while breaking in comfortably.
• Buttersoft palm liner: Delivers a soft internal feel and PU palm lining for added comfort and improved durability where the ball is caught.
• Mzo lining: Wicks perspiration away from the skin to keep hands drier during long practice sessions.
• Air mesh back: Increases flexibility and breathability so the glove moves with the hand and stays cooler on warm days.

Who It's For

The Mizuno Prospect PowerClose glove is ideal for youth players, especially beginners and smaller kids around age 8 who need a mitt that closes easily and feels soft from day one. Coaches and parents who want a glove that speeds up the breaking-in process and encourages younger athletes to catch more confidently will appreciate the design.

Players seeking a top-level, long-term travel team model or those who need specialized adult sizing should look elsewhere, as this model targets entry-level youth use rather than advanced or adult play.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Easy to close thanks to Power Close, which helps young players make catches with less hand strength.
• Comfortable Buttersoft liner and Mzo sweat-wicking combine for a pleasant feel and drier hand during play.
• Full grain pigskin leather offers a balance of initial softness and reasonable durability for youth use.

Cons

• Durability opinions are mixed among customers; while many report good life for youth play, heavy or year-round use may show wear sooner than premium adult gloves.

Specifications

Brand	Mizuno
Leather	Full grain pigskin leather
Palm lining	Buttersoft PU palm liner
Lining technology	Mzo sweat-wicking lining
Back	Air mesh back for flexibility and breathability
Throw orientation	Right Hand Throw = Left Hand Glove; Left Hand Throw = Right Hand Glove

Our Verdict

The Prospect PowerClose is a strong value for youth players who need an easy-to-close, comfortable glove that encourages catching confidence. It combines soft full grain pigskin leather and useful sweat-wicking liners with Power Close assistance, making it a practical choice for recreational and beginning players.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this glove ready to use out of the box?
The glove arrives soft and benefits from minimal breaking in, thanks to the Buttersoft liner and Power Close design.

Which hand do I wear it on?
Right Hand Throw means you wear the glove on the left hand; Left Hand Throw means you wear it on the right hand.

Is this glove suitable for travel teams?
It's aimed at youth and beginner use; travel teams may prefer higher-end models designed for heavier, long-term play.