Baseball Glove Size Chart
Size the glove in inches, not your hand cm. Youth often 9–12"; adult infield 11–11.75"; outfield 12–13". Position and pocket matter as much as the number on the tag.
Last updated: September 2026 · Typical US retail, work (EN-style numeric), and coaching charts—confirm the brand chart you buy.
Looking for winter or work gloves by hand circumference? Use the glove size chart (cm) instead.
By age (starting ranges)
| Age | Glove length | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 5–7 | 9–11" | Youth tee-ball / coach-pitch |
| Ages 8–10 | 10–12" | Youth infield / outfield starter |
| Ages 11–13 | 11–12.5" | Transition toward adult patterns |
| High school / adult | 11.5–12.75" | Position still matters more than age |
By position (adult / HS)
| Position | Typical size | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Infield (2B / SS) | 11–11.75" | Shallower pocket for quick transfers |
| Third base | 11.5–12.25" | Slightly larger for hard hops |
| Outfield | 12–13" | Deeper pocket for fly balls |
| Pitcher | 11.5–12.5" | Closed web hides grip |
| First base mitt | 12–13" | Mitt shape—not a standard glove |
| Catcher's mitt | 32–34" circumference | Sized by mitt circumference, not length |
How coaches check fit
- Player should close the glove on a ball without the webbing collapsing open.
- Infielders usually want a shallower pocket for faster transfers.
- Outfielders accept a deeper pocket and a longer pattern.
- Break-in changes feel—size for the finished pocket, not only stiff new leather.
FAQ
- How do you size a baseball glove?
- Baseball gloves are sold by length in inches, measured along the glove from the heel to the tip of the index finger (or per the brand’s printed scale). Pick by age and position first, then try the pocket depth and break-in feel.
- What size baseball glove for adults?
- Most adult fielders use about 11.5–12.75". Infielders often prefer 11–11.75"; outfielders 12–13". Catcher’s mitts and first-base mitts use different patterns.
- Is baseball glove size the same as hand glove size?
- No. Winter or work gloves use hand circumference in cm. Baseball gloves list the glove’s length in inches.
- What size baseball glove for an 8–10 year old?
- Common youth ranges are about 10–12". Confirm league rules and the player’s comfort closing the glove.