What Size Baseball Gloves Do I Need?
Contents
A quick and easy guide to help you determine what size baseball glove you need.
Introduction
Choosing the right sized baseball glove is important for optimal performance and comfort on the field. The size of your glove should be based on your age, position, and playing level.
For instance, an adult infielder would need a smaller glove than an adult outfielder. A youth player would need a smaller glove than an adult player. And a player in little league would need a smaller glove than a player in high school.
There are also different types of gloves available for specific positions, such as catcher’s mitts, first baseman’s mitts, and outfielder’s gloves. Be sure to select the right type of glove for your position.
Once you’ve determined what size and type of baseball glove you need, you can begin shopping around for the perfect fit. Try on several different gloves before making your final decision. Pay attention to how the glove feels on your hand and make sure it provides the support and protection you need while you’re playing.
What size baseball glove do I need?
To find the right size baseball glove, you need to know your hand size. Hand size is measured from the base of your palm to the end of your middle finger. You can use a tape measure or a ruler to find out your hand size. Once you know your hand size, you can use the chart below to find the right size baseball glove.
Hand Size (in inches) Glove Size (in inches)
7 8
7.5 8.5
8 9
2.1 How to measure your hand for a baseball glove
To find out what size baseball glove you need, you will need to measure the circumference of your palm just below your knuckles, without including your thumb. Once you have this measurement, refer to the chart below to find the corresponding glove size. If you are between sizes, it is generally better to go with the larger size.
Extra Small Gloves: 6 inches or smaller
Small Gloves: 6.5 – 7.5 inches
Medium Gloves: 7.75 – 8.75 inches
Large Gloves: 9 – 10 inches
Extra Large Gloves: 10+ inches
2.2 What size baseball glove should I get for my position?
The size of the baseball glove you need depends on your position. Here is a guide to help you choose the right size glove for your position.
Catchers – A catcher’s mitt is larger than a regular baseball glove. The extra size gives the catcher more surface area to catch the ball. Catcher’s mitts range from 32 to 34 inches in circumference.
Infielders – Infielders need a glove that is quick and responsive. Look for a baseball glove that is between 11.5 and 12.5 inches in circumference.
Outfielders – Outfielders need a Glove that is large enough to give them plenty of surface area to catch the ball, but not so large that it slows them down when they are trying to field it. A good rule of thumb is to look for a glove that is between 12 and 13 inches in circumference.
Conclusion
While in most cases you want your glove to fit snugly, you don’t want it to be too tight. When you fist the glove, you should be able to get your fingers all the way into the glove without too much effort and without having to sacrafice comfort. The glove should close around your fingers naturally, not requiring excessive force to close. You also don’t want a lot of excess material bunching up around your fingers when the glove is closed.
