Our Story

Our Story – KTMK Gloves

Hey everyone!

Many of you have seen my posts about the relace and repair services I offer at KTMK Gloves out of Aberdeen, WA, but I wanted to share a little more about who I am and how this all started.

I’m a Fastpitch dad — both of my girls played and loved the game for years. From long weekends at the ballfields, those long car rides helping your child navigate the successes and failures of their journey to late nights cleaning gear, I’ve spent countless hours watching them grow through the game. Those moments taught me the importance of hard work, pride in your gear, and the value of something made to last.

When my daughters grew up and moved on, my passion for the game didn’t fade — it just found a new home in leather and lace. What started as a small hobby in my garage, fixing and relacing gloves for teammates and friends, has grown beyond anything I ever imagined — from Little League to college athletes and weekend warriors trusting KTMK Gloves. I’m truly grateful for the trust and support so many of you have shown me. 🙏

🔥 From Hobby to Brand

That same love for the game inspired me to launch my own line of KTMK Baseball & Softball Gloves.

Each glove is built from Pro-Grade Kip Leather — lightweight, durable, and crafted for elite performance. Every model is made with Premium Kip Leather, dual welting, double palm construction, and strung with premium Indigo lace,  the same quality used in top professional gloves.

Bringing an affordable high quality glove to people so every player can have the opportunity to play with the best excites me. I know the costs of travel ball and what parents sacrifice for our players. High quality gloves are expensive, now you have another option for the same high quality at about half the cost. 

Whether you’re sending in your favorite gamer for a relace, or designing your own custom KTMK Pro Series Kip Leather glove, every stitch is done with pride, precision, and respect for the game.
 

⚾ What KTMK Stands For

Those four letters aren’t random — KTMK represents my family:

Myself Ken, my wife Taprina and my two daughters Malia and  Kensie — the people who made this journey possible and continue to inspire the heart behind every glove. 

❤️ Our Promise

At KTMK, our mission is simple:

“Play Hard. Stay Humble.”

We’re here to keep your glove — and your love for the game — alive for years to come. From premium Kip leather gloves to trusted repair services, we take pride in offering quality craftsmanship, personal service, and a connection to the sport we all love.

“As a Fastpitch dad and lifelong fan of the game, I started KTMK Gloves with one goal — to help players keep the glove they love in the game. Every repair, relace, and custom build is done with pride and attention to detail. Whether it’s your first glove or your favorite gamer, I’ll treat it like it’s my own” Ken E.