Understanding Category 7156: Rounders
The Rounders category, identified by ID 7156, belongs to the Sporting Goods > Athletics taxonomy. It is designed for equipment specifically used in the bat-and-ball game of rounders, which is distinct from other field sports.
This category includes equipment for recreational and competitive play. Examples from the US market include complete garden rounders sets, wooden sets, traditional sets, and individual aluminum or specialized bats. Whether for outdoor kids' activities or organized match play, any gear solely dedicated to rounders belongs here.
Items that do not belong here should be directed to the correct neighboring categories. For example, equipment for Baseball & Softball, Cricket, or Field Hockey & Lacrosse belongs in their respective categories. If you are selling general athletic accessories like coaching whistles or field markers, use the General Purpose Athletic Equipment category instead.
Always choose a subcategory if your product fits into one of the specific groups. Currently, this includes Rounders Gloves and Rounders Bats. Using these subcategories ensures higher granularity for your product data, helping Google's algorithm better classify your inventory.
To include this in your feed, use the numeric ID 7156 or the string path: Sporting Goods > Athletics > Rounders. While the attribute is optional, providing it prevents Google from miscategorizing your items. Remember that google_product_category is distinct from your own product_type field, which allows for your internal organization, and ensure your feed attributes align with these taxonomy paths for optimal visibility.