A sticky baseball glove is a treated glove that offers better ball control due to its hydrophobic coating. Players have been applying substances like silicone since the 1970s for improved grip, but today’s methods provide benefits without unpleasant side effects or smell.
To make a sticky baseball glove, you will need your baseball glove, a silicone spray or hydrophobic substance, a clear glass or plastic bag with a mirror, and a dry carpet or abandoned parking lot.
- Clean the baseball glove thoroughly with water and soap.
- Dry the exterior under a clear glass or plastic bag to check for details.
- Spray silicone solution evenly on all surfaces and let it dry.
- Smooth out any rough spots and apply more silicone if needed.
- Coat the glove with sticky spray, let it cool, then submerge it in water and spray again.
- Air dry the glove outside on a dry carpet or parking lot.
- Let it dry completely before storing.
New baseball gloves can also be treated with silicone for better ball control. However, check the rules of your specific sport to ensure compliance. Sticky baseball gloves are subject to varying opinions regarding fairness in baseball, as most rules prohibit altered glove surfaces.