Baseball Equipment

Ball

The ball is made from layers of string and rubber surrounding a cork centre. Softball is played with a bigger ball.

Bat

Used to hit the ball

Baseball cap

Identifies the athletes' team. Also protects the eyes from blinding sun rays and spotlights.

Batter's glove

Used by the batter.

Diamond

Baseball is played on a field of grass and dirt, or artificial turf, called a diamond because the infield, the area enclosed by home plate and the three bases, forms a diamond.

Glove

A leather glove is used to catch the ball.

Helmet (batter)

Used for protection.

Helmet (catcher)

A full-faced helmet is used for protection.

Shin guards, knee pads

Used for protection.

(Credit: IOC. Click here for further information.)