Review on Mizuno MMX1205 Youth Ball Park Softball Glove - 12 Inch, Black/Green, Right Hand Throw by Chase Shetler

I bought this as a baseball glove for my son (yes I know it's a softball glove). He was very easy to crack and did a great job playing 2nd base and midfield at a competitive travel ball level. However, the laces broke after about a year. He liked it so much I bought him the exact same glove, only this time it lasted about 6 months and the laces broke again. I would like it to be more durable.