Baseball glove size chart and calculator
Pick an age group and position to see the glove size range. The chart below shows every position and age group, with Rawlings and JustBallGloves figures for comparison.
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Sizes are the glove length in inches, except catcher's mitts, which are measured around the glove. The source's age groups skip age 7 and age 14; Rawlings (below) treats 7 to 12 as youth. If a player sits between groups, try the larger group's range in the position you need.
| Position | Under 7 | 8-10 | 11-13 | 14 and over |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catcher | 29.5–30 | 30–31 | 30–32.5 | 32–34.5 |
| First base | 11.5 | 11.5–12 | 11.5–12 | 12–13 |
| Second base / shortstop | 8–10.5 | 10.5–11.25 | 11–11.5 | 11.25–11.5 |
| Third base | 8–10.5 | 10.5–11.5 | 11–11.75 | 11.5–12 |
| Pitcher | 8–10.5 | 10.5–11.5 | 11.5–12 | 11.5–12 |
| Outfield | 9–10.5 | 10–12 | 11.75–12.75 | 12–13 |
Rawlings glove sizes by level
Rawlings' chart splits by level instead of position, and gives a position only for youth infield, first base and outfield. Rawlings' published adult infield range has a misprint (the low number is higher than the high one), so we do not show it. Pitcher and catcher sizes are not listed.
| Level | Age | Position | Glove size |
|---|---|---|---|
| T-ball | 3–6 | All | 8.5"–10" |
| Youth | 7–12 | First base | 11.5"–12" |
| Youth | 7–12 | Infield | 10.25"–11.5" |
| Youth | 7–12 | Outfield | 11.5"–12.25" |
| Adult | 12+ | First base | 12"–13" |
| Adult | 12+ | Outfield | 12"–12.75" |
Pitcher, first base and catcher in more detail
| Position | Level | Size |
|---|---|---|
| Pitcher | Adult baseball | 11.5"–12" |
| First base | Youth baseball | 11.5"–12.5" |
| First base | Adult baseball | 12"–13" |
| Catcher | Youth baseball | 31"–33.5" (circumference) |
| Catcher | Adult baseball | 32"–35" (circumference) |
JustBallGloves also notes that youth gloves suit players about 12 and under and adult gloves suit players 14 and up, with the outfield glove pattern larger than the infield pattern. It gives no numeric sizes for adult or youth infield and outfield.
How to choose
- Position first. Size depends mainly on position, with other factors involved. Outfield gloves have a larger pattern than infield gloves (JustBallGloves).
- Then age. Use the age group row for the position, then try the next group up if the player is between groups.
- Youth versus adult. Youth gloves suit players about 12 and under, adult gloves 14 and up (JustBallGloves). Try both at 13.
- Try it on. Gloves are a general guideline; check the maker's own chart for the exact model.
Questions
What size baseball glove should I get?
It depends mostly on position, then age. Outfield gloves are larger than infield gloves. For a player 14 or older, the BaseballMonkey chart gives about 11.25 to 11.5 inches at second base or shortstop, 11.5 to 12 at third base or pitcher, 12 to 13 at first base or outfield. Younger players need smaller sizes; the chart above lists every age band.
What size glove for a 10 year old?
For ages 8 to 10, BaseballMonkey lists 10.5 to 11.25 inches at second base or shortstop, 10.5 to 11.5 at third base or pitcher, 10 to 12 in the outfield and 11.5 to 12 at first base. Rawlings lists 10.25 to 11.5 inches for a youth infielder aged 7 to 12.
How are catcher's mitts sized?
Catcher's mitts are measured by circumference around the glove rather than top to bottom, so the numbers are much larger. JustBallGloves lists about 31 to 33.5 inches for youth and 32 to 35 inches for adults; BaseballMonkey's numbers are close.
What is the difference between youth and adult gloves?
JustBallGloves recommends youth gloves for players about 12 and under and adult gloves for players 14 and up. It does not address 13 year olds, and describes intermediate gloves such as the Wilson Pedroia Fit and Rawlings Contour Fit by fit rather than size. Try both if your player is 13.