Football Size Chart
| Category | Age Group/Use | Football Size | Length | Circumference | Weight | Recommended Usage |
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How to Use:
- Copy the code into an HTML file.
- Open the file in any modern web browser.
- Select a category from the dropdown to see the corresponding football size information.
This tool provides an interactive way to display the football size chart and is suitable for anyone looking for information on the correct football size for different age groups or levels of play.
Here’s a full version of the Football Size Chart for various types of footballs, categorized by age group or use case:
Football Size Chart
| Category | Age Group/Use | Football Size | Length | Circumference | Weight | Recommended Usage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size 1 (Mini) | Ages 4–6 | Mini Football | 8.5–9 inches (21.5–23 cm) | 17–18 inches (43–46 cm) | 0.5–1 lb (0.23–0.45 kg) | Practice/Starter football |
| Size 2 (Junior) | Ages 7–9 | Junior Football | 9–9.5 inches (23–24 cm) | 18–19 inches (46–48 cm) | 1 lb (0.45 kg) | Beginner youth football |
| Size 3 (Youth) | Ages 9–12 | Youth Football | 9.5–9.75 inches (24–25 cm) | 19–20 inches (48–51 cm) | 1–1.25 lb (0.45–0.57 kg) | Youth football leagues |
| Size 4 (Intermediate) | Ages 12–14 | Intermediate Football | 9.75–10 inches (25–26 cm) | 20–21 inches (51–53 cm) | 1.25–1.5 lb (0.57–0.68 kg) | High school, beginner high school players |
| Size 5 (Regulation) | Ages 14+ / Adults | Regulation Football (Official) | 10.5–11 inches (26.5–28 cm) | 21–22 inches (53–56 cm) | 1.5 lb (0.68 kg) | High school, college, professional players |
| Size 6 (Pro) | Adult Pro/Elite Players | Pro Football | 10.5–11 inches (26.5–28 cm) | 21–22 inches (53–56 cm) | 1.5–1.75 lb (0.68–0.79 kg) | Professional/Elite play |
Breakdown by Size:
- Size 1 (Mini)
- Length: 8.5–9 inches (21.5–23 cm)
- Circumference: 17–18 inches (43–46 cm)
- Weight: 0.5–1 lb (0.23–0.45 kg)
- Recommended Use: This is the smallest size, typically used for very young children to practice basic handling skills. Great for recreational play and as a starter football.
- Size 2 (Junior)
- Length: 9–9.5 inches (23–24 cm)
- Circumference: 18–19 inches (46–48 cm)
- Weight: 1 lb (0.45 kg)
- Recommended Use: Suitable for children around the age of 7 to 9. It is commonly used in early learning stages of football, helping young players develop their grip and technique.
- Size 3 (Youth)
- Length: 9.5–9.75 inches (24–25 cm)
- Circumference: 19–20 inches (48–51 cm)
- Weight: 1–1.25 lb (0.45–0.57 kg)
- Recommended Use: Often used by players between 9–12 years old. It’s typically used in youth leagues for practice and play, with a focus on fundamental skills.
- Size 4 (Intermediate)
- Length: 9.75–10 inches (25–26 cm)
- Circumference: 20–21 inches (51–53 cm)
- Weight: 1.25–1.5 lb (0.57–0.68 kg)
- Recommended Use: This size is designed for older youth players, typically ages 12–14. It’s commonly used for high school-level or intermediate-level leagues.
- Size 5 (Regulation)
- Length: 10.5–11 inches (26.5–28 cm)
- Circumference: 21–22 inches (53–56 cm)
- Weight: 1.5 lb (0.68 kg)
- Recommended Use: This is the official size for high school, college, and professional level football play. Players aged 14 and up typically use this size in competitive leagues.
- Size 6 (Pro)
- Length: 10.5–11 inches (26.5–28 cm)
- Circumference: 21–22 inches (53–56 cm)
- Weight: 1.5–1.75 lb (0.68–0.79 kg)
- Recommended Use: This size is designed for elite and professional players. It is mainly used in the NFL and other top-level football leagues.
Notes:
- Size 5 is the most commonly used size for competitive games at the high school and professional level.
- Size 6 (Pro) is used by professional athletes and is less common in youth leagues.
- Smaller footballs (Sizes 1–3) are often used in practice or for learning basic skills, with Size 5 being the minimum used for formal games.
This chart covers all the major types of football sizes for a variety of age groups and playing levels, making it easy to choose the right size for your needs.