Here is a comprehensive baseball glove size chart based on age, position, and general guidelines:
Baseball Glove Size Chart by Age and Level
Level| Age Range| Positions| Typical Glove Size
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T-Ball| 3 to 6 years old| All Positions| 8.5" - 10"
Youth| 7 to 12 years old| 1st Base| 11.5" - 12"
Youth| 7 to 12 years old| Infield| 10.25" - 11.5"
Youth| 7 to 12 years old| Outfield| 11.5" - 12.25"
Adult| 12+ years old| 1st Base| 12" - 13"
Adult| 12+ years old| Infield| 11.25" - 12"
Adult| 12+ years old| Outfield| 12" - 12.75"
Baseball Glove Size by Position (Common Sizes)
Position| Glove Size Range
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Pitcher| 11.5" - 12"
First Base| 12.25" - 12.75"
Second Base| 11" - 11.5"
Shortstop| 11.25" - 11.75"
Third Base| 11.5" - 12"
Outfield| 12.5" - 12.75"
Catcher| 32.5" - 35" (catcher's mitt)
Youth Glove Sizes by Age (Wilson Guide)
- Ages 5 & under: 9"-10"
- Ages 6-7: 10"-10.5"
- Ages 8-10: 10.75"-11.75"
- Ages 11-12: 11.5"-12.5"
- 13+: 12.75" and up
These size ranges take into account hand size, playing position, and level of play, helping select the appropriate glove size for comfort and performance.