{"product_id":"poekuao-youth-football-baseball-padded-compression-shirt-5","title":"Poekuao Youth Padded Compression Shirt Boys Chest Protector, White, Size Large — 10mm EVA Impact Pad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePoekuao youth padded compression shirt is a sleeveless chest protector with a 10mm EVA impact pad that shields the sternum, heart area, and ribs during high-impact sports.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis lightweight compression vest combines close-to-body fit, ventilated fabric channels, and reinforced seams to give young athletes breathable protection without limiting movement. Designed for sports where collisions, hard impacts, or fast pitches are possible, the shirt stabilizes vulnerable chest areas while letting players throw, run, and swing freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this shirt absorb and distribute impact?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shirt uses a 10mm high-elastic EVA foam pad placed over the chest to absorb and spread force from direct hits. The padding compresses to reduce peak impact and the compression layer keeps the pad positioned during motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10mm EVA foam specifically shaped for sternum and rib coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompression fit holds the pad securely during quick movements\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFoam density balances shock absorption with lightweight feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it restrict throwing, running, or swinging?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — the sleeveless cut and stretch fabric are intended to preserve full upper-body mobility. The shirt fits like a second skin so players maintain natural range of motion for pitching, batting, or tackling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSleeveless design for unimpeded arm movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e17% spandex blend for four-way stretch and rebound\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReinforced seams prevent pulling or bunching under pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the fabric handle sweat and ventilation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabric is a polyester\/spandex blend engineered with micro-channels that promote airflow and accelerate moisture evaporation. The result is faster drying, reduced cling, and a cooler feeling during prolonged activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e83% polyester for quick-drying performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVentilated micro-channel pattern increases breathability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoft, non-irritating surface for comfortable extended wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow easy is care and what sports is it suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shirt is machine washable in cold water and safe for low-heat tumble drying, so it fits into routine team laundry. It’s built for a broad range of contact and fast-ball sports where chest protection matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMachine wash cold — low-heat tumble dry recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAppropriate for baseball catchers, pitchers, lacrosse players, football, rugby, and more\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable construction reduces risk of seam failure across seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Poekuao’s Youth Padded Compression Shirt is intended for young athletes who want lightweight, flexible chest protection without sacrificing mobility. It’s especially useful for catchers, pitchers, infielders, lacrosse goalies, and any child playing contact or fast-ball sports who needs additional sternum and rib coverage during games and practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this compression shirt machine washable?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Machine wash cold and tumble dry low; no special detergent required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the pad restrict arm movement while pitching?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No. The sleeveless, stretchy design preserves full throwing and swinging motion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Poekuao","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48019928875169,"sku":"B0G6ZYKJ3R","price":73.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/6532\/5729\/files\/poekuao-front-view-white-chest-protector.jpg?v=1791288617","url":"https:\/\/canadiansporting.ca\/products\/poekuao-youth-football-baseball-padded-compression-shirt-5","provider":"Canadian Sporting","version":"1.0","type":"link"}