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Batting Helmet Extensions
Jaw and cheek extensions that add coverage to a batting helmet, popular in youth ball.
How to choose: match the extension to your helmet's brand and size; some youth leagues require one for younger hitters.
A jaw guard, also called an extender, face shield or C-flap, attaches to the side of a batting helmet facing the pitcher. It protects the cheek and jaw from inside pitches while keeping your view of the pitcher open. Shop all batting helmet jaw guards.
Jaw guards are designed for specific helmet models, so match the guard to your helmet:
Helmet | Compatible jaw guard |
|---|---|
Rawlings Mach | Rawlings ADJEXT Mach Extender |
Rawlings R16 and Velo | Rawlings R16 Reversible Extender |
Rawlings RX2 | Rawlings RX2 Jaw Guard Extender |
Easton Pro X, Z5, Z5 2.0, Alpha | Easton Universal Jaw Guard or Extended Jaw Guard |
Easton Pro Max, Pro X, Z5, Gametime, Alpha | Easton Multi-Adjust Universal Jaw Guard |
Mizuno B6 | Mizuno M-Flap Extended Jaw Protector |
EvoShield XVT and XVT Luxe | EvoShield XVT Face Shield (gloss or matte) |
Not sure which helmet you have? Check the model name inside the shell, or browse our batting helmets.
It depends on the guard. Using a guard made by your helmet’s manufacturer, for your specific model, is the safest choice. For example, EvoShield states that its XVT Face Shield does not affect the helmet’s certification when properly installed, and Mizuno’s M-Flap meets NOCSAE standards on B6 helmets. Some leagues ask for proof from the manufacturer, so keep the product information handy.
The guard goes on the side of the helmet facing the pitcher: the left side for a right-handed hitter, and the right side for a left-handed hitter. Some guards, like the EvoShield XVT Face Shield and Mizuno M-Flap, are sold for right or left-handed hitters (RHH or LHH). Others, like the Rawlings R16 and RX2 extenders and the Easton Universal Jaw Guard, are reversible and fit either side.
No, not with the guards made for your helmet. The Easton, Mizuno and Rawlings guards attach using the helmet’s existing mounting points, and hardware is included. The EvoShield XVT Face Shield installs with just two screws.
A jaw guard protects the cheek and jaw on one side, with a fully open view, and is popular with baseball hitters. A full facemask covers the whole face and is required in most fastpitch leagues. For a guard that’s already certified with the helmet, see our protective batting helmets.