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Hockey
GuideHockey Stick Size Chart by Height and Age
Youth hockey stick sizes by player height and age, with chin-to-nose fit checks, flex guidance, and cutting notes.
Starts with
Under 48 in tall (often ages 4-6)
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Stand the player in skates and place the stick upright with the toe of the blade on the floor beside them.
Hockey
GuideHockey Helmet Size Guide
Measure a youth hockey helmet by head circumference, compare the exact brand and model chart, and complete an in-person fit check.
Starts with
Step 1
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Wrap a soft measuring tape around the widest part of the head, above the eyebrows and ears.
Baseball
GuideBaseball Bat Size by Age
Youth baseball bat size chart by age, height, and swing control, with length, drop weight, and league-stamp checks.
Starts with
Ages 5-7
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Record the player's age, height, weight, and current league division before comparing bat lengths.
Baseball
GuideYouth Batting Helmet Size Chart and Fit Guide
Measure for a youth baseball or softball batting helmet, then check the exact model chart, NOCSAE mark, league face-guard rule, and a secure physical fit.
Starts with
19 3/4 in / 50 cm
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Wrap a soft tape around the widest part of the head, about one inch above the eyebrows and just above the ears. Keep it level.
Baseball
GuideYouth Baseball Cleat Size Guide
Measure both feet for youth baseball cleats, use the exact brand chart, check heel and toe fit, and confirm the division's cleat rule.
Starts with
Starting size
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Measure both feet at the end of the day while the player is standing, from the back of the heel to the longest toe.
Soccer
GuideSoccer Ball Size by Age: U6 to U18 Chart
Soccer ball sizes by age division: size 3 for 6U/8U, size 4 for 10U/12U, and size 5 for 14U and older, with circumference and weight.
Starts with
Schoolyard / 6U / 8U
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Find the age division on the player's current registration or team roster; do not infer it from height.
Soccer
GuideYouth Soccer Cleat Size Guide
Measure both feet for youth soccer cleats, use the exact brand chart, verify heel and toe fit, and choose an outsole for the actual surface.
Starts with
Starting size
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Measure both feet while the player is standing, from heel to the longest toe, and record the longer foot in inches and centimeters.
Football
GuideYouth Football Helmet Size Chart
Youth football helmet sizing by head circumference, including the Riddell SpeedFlex Youth chart, fit checks, and 2026 ND6 standard context.
Starts with
Small
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Wrap a cloth tape around the widest part of the head, approximately one inch above the eyebrows. Keep the tape level and record the number.
Football
GuideYouth Football Glove Size Chart by Hand Measurement
Youth football glove sizing using hand circumference and length, with brand-chart caveats and catch-and-flex fit checks.
Starts with
Small
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Measure both hands. Wrap a flexible tape snugly around the knuckles with the fingers together and leave the thumb out.
Lacrosse
GuideYouth Lacrosse Stick Size Chart by Age and Position
Youth lacrosse stick lengths by age, boys' or girls' game, and position, using the current USA Lacrosse rulebooks and local-rule checks.
Starts with
Boys 6U
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Confirm whether the player is in the boys' or girls' game, their current age division, and their position.
Lacrosse
GuideYouth Lacrosse Glove Size Chart and Fit Guide
Choose youth lacrosse gloves with the exact hand chart, then check fingertip contact, full hand insertion, cuff coverage, and stick control.
Starts with
Exact chart
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Print or open the exact manufacturer's glove chart and follow its stated scale and hand position.
Basketball
GuideYouth Basketball Size Chart
Youth basketball size by age: size 5 for ages 7-8, size 6 for ages 9-11 and girls 12-14, and size 7 for boys 12-14.
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Under age 7
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Confirm the player's age for the league's current season and whether the program groups players by age, grade, or another local rule.
Basketball
GuideYouth Basketball Shoe Size Guide and Fit Checks
Size youth basketball shoes from measured foot length, then check playing-sock comfort, heel hold, toe space, width, and lateral stability.
Starts with
Length
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Have the child wear the same sock thickness used for basketball and stand with weight on both feet.
Golf
GuideJunior Golf Glove Size Guide
Find a junior golf glove size from middle-finger length and hand circumference, then check palm, fingertip, closure, and club-grip fit.
Starts with
Measurements
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Measure the length of the middle finger using the exact chart's starting and ending points.
Swimming
GuideKids Swim Goggles Size Guide
Choose kids' swim goggles by face shape, eye-cup seal, and nose-bridge comfort, using Speedo's no-strap suction test before adjusting the strap.
Starts with
Model range
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Start with a kids or junior model whose maker describes it for the swimmer's general face or age range.
Swimming
GuideKids Swim Cap Size Guide: Junior vs Long-Hair
Choose a junior, standard, or long-hair swim cap using official one-size labels, hair-volume guidance, and a simple comfort check.
Starts with
Child with short or medium hair
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Open the current product listing and confirm whether it is junior, standard, or long-hair and whether the manufacturer labels it One Size.
Swimming
GuideYouth Swim Fins Size Chart
Use foot length and the exact model chart to size youth swim fins, with an official Speedo DMC example and heel, toe, and in-water fit checks.
Starts with
4XS
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Place the bare foot flat on paper and measure from the heel to the longest toe; measure both feet and use the longer result.
Wrestling
GuideYouth Wrestling Shoe Size and Fit Guide
Choose youth wrestling shoes from measured foot length and the exact model chart, then check toe comfort, heel hold, width, and movement in mat socks.
Starts with
Starting size
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Measure heel to longest toe on each foot while standing; write down both results and use the longer one.
Football
GuideYouth Football Cleats Size Guide
How to size youth football cleats — molded vs detachable studs, position differences, and what to check before the first practice.
Starts with
Foot length
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Measure both feet from heel to the longest toe and use the longer measurement. Wear the football socks and any orthotic the player will use.
Swimming
GuideKids Swimsuit Size Chart
Measure chest, waist, and hips, then use the exact suit chart. See an official Speedo girls' chart and movement-based fit checks.
Starts with
22 / U.S. 4 years
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Use a soft tape over bare skin or close-fitting clothing. Keep it flush without pulling it tight, take each measurement twice, and use the larger result if the two attempts differ.
Tennis
GuideTennis Racket Size by Age and Height
Compare Wilson's junior tennis racket starting lengths by age, then adjust for player height, swing control, and the coach's red, orange, or green-ball stage.
Starts with
Up to age 4
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Record the player's current height and age, then ask which ball and court stage the lessons use.
Volleyball
GuideYouth Volleyball Shoe Size Guide
Size youth volleyball shoes from measured foot length, then check playing-sock comfort, heel hold, toe space, lateral stability, and court grip.
Starts with
Length
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Have the player stand in the same sock thickness used for volleyball and measure heel to longest toe on both feet.
Popular parent searches
Find sizing help by age, size, gender, or sport
These paths match the way parents usually search before buying: age first, then the exact gear, league rule, fit problem, or measurement they are unsure about.
Baseball bat size by age and height
Use age to narrow the range, then check height, weight, swing control, and the current league bat rule.
Size calculator by height and weight
Use age, height, weight, sport, gear type, and skill level to get a starting range.
Basketball size by age and league
Check size 5, 6, and 7 decisions, including where age and league rules can split.
Helmet size by head measurement
Use head circumference and brand charts instead of age, hat size, or boys/girls labels.
Soccer ball size by division
Check size 3, 4, and 5 using the published AYSO division, circumference, and weight guidance.
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