TCA Equipment
Face Mask - Protective infield face masks are required for pitchers & athletes playing the all infield positions in U9 - U17.
Helmet - Each athlete must have their own helmet with an attached face mask. (Can be purchased at most athletic stores)
Cleats - Running shoes may be worn at the U5-U9 age group; however, there is much less traction & may cause the athlete to slip on shale/dirt/grass. Cleats are required for all age groups U11 - U19.
Bat – Softball bats are provided by Twin City for the U5, U7, and U9 age groups; all other age groups will be required to supply their own bat. Please have an expert at any athletic store or your coach help you purchase the correct bat for your athlete. Bats can be expensive and if the wrong weight or length of bat is selected, it might hinder your athlete instead of helping them. Using another player’s bat is discouraged as bats are expensive & it could potentially cause conflict and uncomfortable situations if the bat is accidentally broken by a teammate.
Glove – If purchasing a new glove, it would be a good idea to have an expert guide you.
Batting gloves – Some athletes prefer not to wear any batting gloves; this is purely optional.
Catcher’s equipment – A set of catchers’ equipment is provided for the U9 - U17, age groups. If a player chooses to purchase their own equipment, again, it is discouraged to share due to the cost of the equipment & sanitary reasons.
Medical equipment – It is the athlete’s responsibility to bring any of their own medical equipment with them, such as inhalers, an EpiPen, insulin, etc. they may require, as well as know how to use them.