American Football Gloves

History

Football gloves were introduced to the sport before the 1980s and 1990s
Back then, these gloves were primarily used to keep players’ hands warm
American Football is played in all weather conditions, including sub-zero temperatures
Under such conditions, players often lose feeling in their fingers and palms, making it nearly impossible to grip the ball effectively

The gloves of that time were designed solely to keep hands warm
They were not functional for catching and were not built with ball handling in mind
This is why only players with little ball contact, such as offensive and defensive linemen, typically wore gloves
Some defenders also wore them
A few players even used gloves resembling oven mitts purely for warmth, but they had no performance-enhancing features
Some gloves were bulky, causing hands to sweat during the game, which in freezing temperatures could turn that sweat into ice
These early football gloves are distant ancestors of what we see today

From the 1980s to the present day, gloves have evolved enormously in both style and function
Players began using gloves to gain a competitive edge, especially at the amateur and semi-professional levels
Legendary wide receiver Jerry Rice also had custom gloves developed and wore them during his peak, helping set records and redefine the receiver position

In recent years, the design of gloves has developed beyond function into fashion
Initially, gloves only featured team colours or a player's initials or number
Nowadays, they look like works of art
Gloves have become a major trend and players now have numerous options for customisation

Football Gloves

Forelle offers a wide range of American Football gloves
We have gloves for adults, youth, and children
Each glove is unique and tailored to specific positions on the field

For offence, this includes wide receivers, tackles, guards, centres, tight ends, quarterbacks, fullbacks, and running backs
The best gloves for receivers are often Nike American Football gloves
These gloves feel like a second skin and offer a very natural feel when catching the ball
Many players wear sticky gloves during games, especially wide receivers and tight ends, for better grip

We also offer various gloves for defensive positions, including safeties, cornerbacks, middle linebackers, outside linebackers, ends, tackles, nickelbacks, and dimebacks
For backfield players like quarterbacks, we have gloves that offer extra protection while running from opponents

Special teams are also covered with gloves for holders, long snappers, punters, and kickers
Each glove has specifications tailored to the position
We also offer a wide range of price points from budget-friendly to premium options

Our inventory includes a wide variety of gloves and brands
We offer Adidas models like the Freak Max 2.0
Cutters gloves like the S931 Force 2.0 are designed for linemen
Evoshield receiver gloves come in two models
Nike gloves are available in several variations including receiver gloves
Under Armour gloves provide excellent grip and comfort

We also have gloves matching popular teams like the 49ers, Cowboys, Packers, Patriots, Seahawks, and Steelers

User Moments

American Football gloves can be used year-round
They work well in winter conditions, keeping hands warm
In summer, they are breathable enough to prevent sweaty hands
There’s no need to buy separate gloves for different seasons
These gloves are built for all weather conditions and every playing moment

Specifications

Our gloves vary in flexibility and protection to suit different player needs
They are breathable and quick-drying, helping reduce sweat and retain warmth
Some are ultra-flexible for easy catching, while others are stiffer for better ball control

Common features include Velcro closures for a customised fit
Silicone palms provide better grip
Overlays keep the gloves securely in place
Finger inserts allow natural movement

We stock various sizes for all hand types, wide or narrow, and everything is available without wait

Safety

Modern gloves are built with better protection without sacrificing flexibility
Many include padded palms and double wrist straps for extra finger and wrist support

The Cutters Reinforcer system helps prevent finger hyperextension and is ideal for linemen
Adidas gloves with JAM-PAD technology offer high-density padding for durability and protection

Standards

After many past incidents, several organisations now regulate safety in American Football
These include the NFHS, NCAA, NOCSAE, and SFIA
All Forelle gloves meet these standards, ensuring performance and safety

Grip

Grip is one of the most important features in football gloves
Better grip helps receivers catch the ball more easily, improving performance
Gloves today are also more flexible and comfortable

Under Armour uses GlueGrip technology for maximum ball control
Cutters uses C-Tack for excellent grip performance

Comfort

Comfort is key for every player
Receivers and linemen should feel like they’re not even wearing gloves

Under Armour uses mesh for flexibility and HEATGEAR for warmth and airflow
Adidas uses CLIMACOOL for ventilation and quick drying, and TechFit for a snug fit

Washing Instructions

All gloves can be washed for freshness between training sessions and games
Proper washing helps maintain grip performance for certain gloves

Materials

Materials differ depending on the glove’s intended position
Receiver gloves often use mesh for comfort, along with silicone and polyester
Some include extra padding for protection and use spandex or chloroprene rubber for enhanced support