How Do I Measure My Child for a Soccer Jersey?

To measure your child for a soccer jersey, measure the chest around the widest point under the arms, measure height standing straight against a wall, and note the waist if the chart lists it. Keep the tape snug but not tight, and have your child stand relaxed with arms at their sides. The whole job takes two minutes, then match the numbers to our Kids Soccer Jersey Sizing Guide chart.

Chest: The Measurement That Matters Most

Chest width decides jersey size more than anything else. Wrap a soft tape measure around the fullest part of the chest, right under the armpits, and across the shoulder blades. The tape should be level all the way around. Slip two fingers under it: if it is hard to fit them, it is too tight. Write down the number in inches. This single measurement eliminates most sizing guesswork, which is why sizing charts work better than age guesses.

Height and Waist: The Tiebreakers

Have your child stand barefoot against a wall, heels together, looking straight ahead, and mark the top of the head. Measure from the floor to the mark. Height decides sleeve and body length when the chest number falls between sizes. Waist matters less for jerseys than for shorts, but note it if you are ordering a full kit. Once you have all three numbers, the sizing guide chart does the rest.

Common Measuring Mistakes

Measuring over a bulky hoodie adds an inch or two and pushes you a size too big. Guessing from last season’s size ignores growth spurts. And pulling the tape drum-tight gives a number smaller than reality. Measure over a light t-shirt, keep the tape level, and re-measure if the season is still weeks away. If the numbers land between sizes, see whether you should size up.

Got your measurements? Browse our Kids Jerseys collection with confidence, or send us the numbers and we will recommend a size for your child.