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USSSA does not differentiate between a glove or mitt in fast pitch softball. The phrase "glove/mitt" is used throughout the rule book.
USSSA Caseboook, Gloves/Mitts, page 6: Situation A: R3 is on third and R2 is on second with one out when B1 bats with a 2-2 count. B1 hits a fly ball to right field. F9 catches the ball and R3 tags up and scores as R2 advances to third. The defensive coach immediately notifies the umpires that F9 is wearing a first baseman's mitt.
Ruling: The play stands. It is legal for F9 to wear a first baseman's mitt. Any fielder can wear a glove or any fielder can wear a mitt as long as it meets the dimension specifications. The catcher's mitt/glove can be and size.
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