{"product_id":"rawlings-official-league-baseballs-ages-12u-r12u","title":"Rawlings R12U Official League Baseballs Ages 12U Box of 24 — Leather Cover, Cork-and-Rubber Core","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRawlings OFFICIAL LEAGUE R12U baseballs are leather-covered, cork-and-rubber core balls designed for game and practice play in Youth 12U leagues, sold in a box of 24.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese Rawlings R12U baseballs are built to meet the demands of youth competition and development. With a wound solid cork and rubber center and a durable leather cover, they balance consistent flight with long-lasting wear. Coaches and league organizers choose these balls when they need reliable performance for both drills and game-day use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes R12U baseballs suitable for 12U leagues?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe R12U is sized and constructed with youth players in mind—offering predictable flight and a feel familiar to players transitioning through age groups. The materials and build are tuned to provide consistent playability across practices and official games without the fragility of cheaper alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWound solid cork and rubber center for steady rebound and feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable leather cover that resists scuffing and weathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard seam height and stitching for consistent grip and spin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBox of 24 supply reduces interruptions during team practices and games\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do these baseballs perform in both game and practice settings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRawlings R12U balls are engineered to deliver reliable performance whether used in a scrimmage or a full league game. The construction ensures the ball keeps shape and flight characteristics over multiple uses, making it cost-effective for regular team use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLeather cover maintains surface integrity over repeated batting and fielding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConsistent core construction reduces unpredictable hops and carries\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for pitchers, infielders, and outfield drills without rapid degradation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow durable are Rawlings leather-covered youth baseballs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leather cover and wound core combination was selected to resist tearing and flattening common with lower-quality baseballs. While no youth baseball lasts forever under heavy use, Rawlings prioritizes materials and assembly that extend usable life compared with basic training balls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuality leather stands up to repeated grounders and catches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStitched seams hold up under frequent throwing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBoxed quantity saves wear on individual balls by rotating use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat comes in the box and how should teams manage inventory?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou receive 24 Rawlings OFFICIAL LEAGUE R12U baseballs—enough for practices, pickups, and several games. Teams can designate balls for specific uses (games vs. batting practice) to maximize lifespan and track replacements as balls wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBox of 24, ready for team distribution and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRotate balls between games and practice to prolong life\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLabel or color-code game balls to keep match-day quality consistent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Coaches, league directors, and parents organizing Youth 12U baseball who need a dependable, league-appropriate ball that performs well in both practices and official games. These Rawlings R12U baseballs suit teams seeking a balance of durability, consistent playability, and the trusted craftsmanship associated with a leading brand.\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: Are these Rawlings R12U balls legal for 12U league games?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The R12U balls are designed for Youth 12U leagues and commonly accepted for game play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many baseballs come in the box?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Each purchase includes a box of 24 Rawlings R12U baseballs, suitable for team use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Rawlings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48030643716257,"sku":"B074WL5JZM","price":222.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/6532\/5729\/files\/rawlings-r12u-box-of-24-front-packaging.jpg?v=1791408679","url":"https:\/\/canadiansporting.ca\/products\/rawlings-official-league-baseballs-ages-12u-r12u","provider":"Canadian Sporting","version":"1.0","type":"link"}