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Head measurement first.
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Football Gear Size Guide for Kids
Football protective gear should be checked carefully. This site can help you prepare measurements, but helmets and pads should always be confirmed with brand charts and league guidance.
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Football
GuideYouth Football Helmet Size Chart
Football helmet sizing starts with measurement, not age.
Starts with
Measure
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Measure in socks or the base layer your child will actually wear.
Football
GuideFootball Shoulder Pad Size Chart
Youth shoulder pad measurement and fit basics.
Starts with
Shoulder width
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Measure in socks or the base layer your child will actually wear.
Football
GuideYouth Football Glove Size Chart
How to size youth football gloves by hand measurement.
Starts with
Small youth
Best use
First-size check
What you will measure
Measure in socks or the base layer your child will actually wear.
Recommended starter gear
$Schutt / Helmet
Schutt F7 Air Youth Helmet
Families comparing youth helmets after measuring head circumference.
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Families comparing youth helmets after measuring head circumference.
Measure first
Head circumference and the exact brand chart for the model.
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$$Riddell / Helmet
Riddell SpeedFlex Youth football helmet
Families checking youth helmet fit after measuring head circumference.
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Families checking youth helmet fit after measuring head circumference.
Measure first
Head circumference and the exact brand chart for the model.
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$$$Vicis / Helmet
Vicis ZERO2 Youth Helmet
Families comparing advanced helmet models with strict fit verification.
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Families comparing advanced helmet models with strict fit verification.
Measure first
Head circumference and the exact brand chart for the model.
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$Franklin / Gloves
Franklin Sticky Fingers Football Gloves
New players checking hand size before buying skill-position gloves.
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New players checking hand size before buying skill-position gloves.
Measure first
Hand length, wrist coverage, and ease of movement.
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$$Nike / Gloves
Nike youth football gloves
Skill players comparing youth glove sizes by hand length and position.
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Skill players comparing youth glove sizes by hand length and position.
Measure first
Hand length, wrist coverage, and ease of movement.
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$$$Cutters / Gloves
Cutters Gamer 6.0 Youth Football Gloves
Players comparing grip, fit, and durability for frequent games.
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Players comparing grip, fit, and durability for frequent games.
Measure first
Hand length, wrist coverage, and ease of movement.
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$Champro / Shoulder pads
Champro Scorpion Youth Shoulder Pads
Parents checking chest and shoulder measurements for entry-level pads.
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Parents checking chest and shoulder measurements for entry-level pads.
Measure first
Shoulder width, chest size, and position needs.
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$$Schutt / Shoulder pads
Schutt Y-Flex Youth Shoulder Pads
Players comparing common youth pad sizing and position needs.
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Players comparing common youth pad sizing and position needs.
Measure first
Shoulder width, chest size, and position needs.
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$$$Douglas / Shoulder pads
Douglas JCP Youth Shoulder Pads
More committed players comparing position-specific protection.
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More committed players comparing position-specific protection.
Measure first
Shoulder width, chest size, and position needs.
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Football parent guides
Buying checklists and fit troubleshooting for the questions parents ask before checkout.
FAQ
Can I guess a football helmet size from age?
No. Measure head circumference and use the specific brand chart. Age is not precise enough for helmet sizing.
Should shoulder pads feel tight?
They should feel secure without limiting breathing or normal movement. Confirm fit with coach or league guidance.
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