{"product_id":"easton-gametime-youth-leg-guards-gmetmelgy","title":"Easton GAMETIME Youth Leg Guards GMETMELGY","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Easton GAMETIME Youth Catcher's Leg Guards (GMETMELGY) are NOCSAE-certified youth baseball leg guards built for young catchers ages 9 to 12 who want reliable lower-body protection, a wide blocking surface, and all-day breathability behind the plate in a size designed specifically for smaller frames. The durable, reinforced wide-knee design gives your player better fit and more stability when moving in and out of the catcher's squat, while the vented shell with an EVAIR breathable EVA foam liner keeps their legs cool and comfortable through every inning of every game. Available at SPC Sports in three colorways -- black, red, and royal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe reinforced wide-knee design provides better fit and more stability when moving in and out of the catcher's squat, and gives your player a larger blocking surface in the ready position so they cover more area on every ball that comes their way in the dirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe double-knee design is sized and engineered specifically for youth frames, delivering two layers of protection at the most vulnerable contact point on the lower leg and giving smaller players the right amount of coverage without the bulk or weight of the adult triple-knee design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eStitched knee padding adds a layer of comfort directly at the knee contact point, so the guards feel more natural and comfortable during extended catching sessions without the stiffness or pressure that harder plastic-only knee designs can create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe vented shell design features strategically placed ventilation throughout the guard to increase airflow, while the EVAIR breathable EVA foam liner promotes heat dissipation inside the guard so your player's legs stay cooler and more comfortable through long games and hot summer tournament days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe 14-inch youth length covers your player's leg from knee to ankle in the right amount for catchers ages 9 to 12, giving young players complete lower-body coverage in a guard that fits the way serious youth catching gear should without being oversized or awkward to move in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe lightweight construction moves naturally with your player's body through every crouching position and pop-up, so the guards never feel heavy, stiff, or restrictive for younger players who are still developing their strength and mechanics behind the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis product comes with a 1 Year Manufacturer Warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFor more youth baseball catcher's leg guards, browse the full \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/spcsports.com\/collections\/spc-sports-baseball-catchers-gear\"\u003ebaseball catcher's gear collection at SPC Sports\u003c\/a\u003e. Shop all \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/spcsports.com\/collections\/spc-sports-baseball-helmets-catchers-coaches\"\u003ecatcher's helmets\u003c\/a\u003e to build out your player's complete Gametime catching package, and explore \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/spcsports.com\/collections\/spc-sports-baseball-catchers-gear-catchers-accessories\"\u003ecatcher's gear accessories\u003c\/a\u003eto round out your player's setup behind the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003eModel: GMETMELGY \u003cbr\u003eSeries: Gametime \u003cbr\u003eSize: Youth -- 14 in \u003cbr\u003eLevel: Ages 9 to 12 \u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 5.50L x 25.50W x 6.90H in (per pair) \u003cbr\u003eWeight: 3.37 lbs (per pair) \u003cbr\u003eShell: Vented \u003cbr\u003eLiner: EVAIR Breathable EVA Foam \u003cbr\u003eKnee Design: Reinforced Wide-Set Double-Knee \u003cbr\u003eKnee Padding: Stitched \u003cbr\u003eCertification: NOCSAE \u003cbr\u003eSport: Baseball\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAvailable Colorways and SKUs \/ UPCs \u003cbr\u003eBlack -- 8064982 \/ 628412223925 \u003cbr\u003eRed -- 8064984 \/ 628412223963 \u003cbr\u003eRoyal -- 8064985 \/ 628412223987\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat size and age are the GMETMELGY designed for? The youth size is 14 inches, measured from the center of the knee to the bottom of the shin, and is designed for catchers ages 9 to 12.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eHow does the youth model differ from the adult and intermediate? The youth model features a double-knee design instead of triple-knee and does not include a toe extension, making it specifically sized and built for smaller frames and younger players behind the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat makes the wide-knee design better for young catchers? The wider knee plate provides a larger blocking surface and better stability moving in and out of the squat, helping young catchers develop proper blocking mechanics and cover more area on balls in the dirt.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Easton","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":44204529188906,"sku":"8064982","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Red","offer_id":44204529221674,"sku":"8064984","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Royal","offer_id":44204529287210,"sku":"8064985","price":84.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0590\/4000\/6186\/files\/ae6ewvdjn6a7cd2khldy_cabb5007-36f8-47d1-9e4a-f8dfacf6fe31.jpg?v=1774735497","url":"https:\/\/spcsports.com\/products\/easton-gametime-youth-leg-guards-gmetmelgy","provider":"SPC Sports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}