Although short-sleeved goalkeeping shirts are manufactured, long sleeves protect from elbow scrapes when learning how to dive for the ball. Consider buying gloves made for specific conditions. Some, for example, are better for wet weather. Usually, the tags on the gloves will state this. Buy two pairs for higher-end players.
Goalkeepers often use different pairs for practice and competition.
Know how long gloves last. Gloves for lower-level players are usually good for one season. Higher-end players may go through two or more pairs in a season. Check out the latest technology. New gloves may help prevent hand injuries by allowing the fingers to bend forward, but preventing them from bending backward.