You should be able to size this product without leaving SportsZone.
Start with the physical measurement below, use the rule of thumb as a quick check, then match it to the chart. Manufacturer-specific numbers are used where reliable; SportsZone starting charts are clearly labelled where brands vary.
Rule of thumbPosition matters as much as age.Infielders generally go smaller for transfers; outfielders go longer for reach. Youth players still need to close the glove comfortably.
01Choose by position and hand size
Glove length is driven by position and how easily the player can close the glove.
Baseball & softball fielding glove chart
| Player | Position | Starting glove |
|---|
| T-Ball, ages 3–6 | All | 8.5–10" |
| Youth, ages 7–12 | Infield | 10.25–11.5" |
| Youth, ages 7–12 | Outfield | 11.5–12.25" |
| Youth, ages 7–12 | 1st base | 11.5–12" |
| Adult, 12+ | Infield | 11.25–12" |
| Adult, 12+ | Outfield | 12–12.75" |
| Adult, 12+ | 1st base | 12–13" |
| Youth fastpitch | Infield / Outfield | 10.5–11 / 11–11.5" |
| Adult fastpitch | Infield / Outfield | 11.5–12 / 12–13" |
| Adult slowpitch | Infield / Outfield | 12–13 / 12.5–14" |
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