Baseball glove size chart and finder
A glove they can close is a glove they can catch with.
Enter the player's age, main position and throwing hand. We'll give you the glove size Wilson's chart recommends and gloves in that size for the right hand.
Built from the size charts of Wilson, Rawlings and DICK'S Sporting Goods.
By the Sizemaven team. Rules checked against their sources October 2026.
- 1Player's ageUse the player's age at the start of the season, the way leagues count it. Glove charts are written by age, so there is nothing to measure.
- 2Which hand does the player throw with?Watch the player throw a ball. The glove goes on the other hand, so a right-handed thrower needs an RHT glove worn on the left hand.
Baseball glove size by age and position (inches)
Follows Wilson's youth chart, cross-checked with DICK'S and Baseball Monkey. Catcher's mitts (measured around): 31.5 in to age 12, 32.5 at 13-14, 33.5 from 15. First base mitts: 12 in from age 10, 12.5 from 13. Fastpitch runs about half an inch larger.
| Age | All positions | Infield | Pitcher | Outfield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-5 (T-ball) | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| 6 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| 7 | 10.5 | 10.5 | 10.5 | 10.5 |
| 8-9 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11.5 |
| 10 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 11.5 |
| 11-12 | 11.5 | 11.5 | 12 | 12 |
| 13-14 | 12 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 |
| 15-18 | 12 | 11.5 | 12 | 12.5 |
Baseball glove size by age
Glove size goes up with age. For example, an 8-year-old usually needs an 11-inch glove, or 11.5 inches for a player who mostly plays the outfield. Wilson's youth chart puts ages 8 to 10 at 10.75 to 11.5 inches for most positions.
The youth baseball glove size chart below shows the sizes this tool gives a player with typical hands. Players under 10 usually use one glove at every position. If your child's hands are clearly smaller or bigger than most kids that age, go one size down or up, and use the tool above for the exact size and throwing hand. For softball sizes, see the softball glove size chart.
| Age | Fielding glove | Outfield | First base mitt | Catcher's mitt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-5 (T-ball) | 9 in | 9 in | Not yet | Usually none |
| 6 | 10 in | 10 in | Not yet | 31.5 in |
| 7 | 10.5 in | 10.5 in | Not yet | 31.5 in |
| 8-9 | 11 in | 11.5 in | Not yet | 31.5 in |
| 10 | 11 in | 11.5 in | 12 in | 31.5 in |
| 11-12 | 11.5 in | 12 in | 12 in | 31.5 in |
| 13-14 | 12 in | 12.5 in | 12.5 in | 32.5 in |
| 15-18 | 12 in | 12.5 in | 12.5 in | 33.5 in |
How to size a baseball glove
A fielding glove is sized by its length, measured from the top of the index finger down along the glove to the center of the heel. Most gloves have the size stamped on the thumb or the pinky (Baseball Monkey). A catcher's mitt is measured around the outside of the mitt instead, so its size is a bigger number, such as 31.5 or 32.5 inches.
Start with the size for your child's age and position, then check the fit. Your child should be able to squeeze the glove shut easily; if closing it is a struggle, try a smaller glove (Wilson). With the arm hanging down at the side, the glove should not feel like it will slide off; if it does, the glove or its hand opening is too big (Wilson).
Buy the glove for the hand your child does not throw with. A right-handed thrower wears the glove on the left hand and needs a right-hand throw (RHT) glove; a left-handed thrower needs a left-hand throw (LHT) glove.
Baseball glove size guides
Questions about baseball gloves
How is a baseball glove measured?
A fielding glove is measured from the heel of the glove to the tip of the index finger. A catcher's mitt is measured around the outside of the mitt instead, which is why catcher's mitts come in sizes like 31.5 or 32 inches.
Should I buy a bigger glove so my child can grow into it?
No. Wilson says a glove that is too large feels heavy and awkward, and local Little League guides say a too-big glove keeps beginners from learning to catch properly. If your child struggles to squeeze the glove shut, try a smaller one.
What does RHT mean?
RHT means right-hand throw. The player throws with the right hand and wears the glove on the left hand. A left-handed thrower needs an LHT glove, worn on the right hand.
Is a softball glove different from a baseball glove?
Yes. Fastpitch gloves have their own size charts and are usually a little larger at the same age. For example, Wilson puts an 8 to 11-year-old fastpitch outfielder at 11.5 to 12 inches.
When does my child need a first base mitt or a catcher's mitt?
Baseball Monkey recommends first base mitts from around age 10, because younger players find them hard to close. In Little League baseball the catcher must wear a catcher's mitt; in Little League softball a fielder's glove is allowed at catcher.
How we size baseball gloves
The rule comes from the charts below, checked October 2026. Brands differ, so check the size chart on the product page before you buy. Read our method