Should I Size Up in Youth Soccer Jerseys?

Yes, size up when your child falls between sizes, is growing fast, will layer underneath, or the jersey has a slim cut. In all other cases, buy the size that matches their measurements. A jersey one size too big is wearable all season. A jersey one size too small is a problem by October. Our Kids Soccer Jersey Sizing Guide has the full size chart to check against.

The Simple Rule

Size up if any of these are true: measurements land on the top edge of a size range, your child is in a growth spurt, the jersey is a slim or fitted style, or they will wear a long-sleeve layer underneath in cold weather. Stick with the measured size if your child is between growth spurts and the cut is standard. This one rule prevents most exchanges. For the “why,” see do kids soccer jerseys run small.

When Sizing Up Backfires

Sizing up too far has its own problems. Sleeves that cover the hands annoy young players, and a hem that hangs past the shorts can get grabbed or look sloppy enough to bother a self-conscious 11-year-old. Never jump more than one size above the measurement. If you are unsure how the bigger size will look, check how a kids soccer jersey should fit and how long it should be before deciding.

Between two sizes right now? Take a peek at our Kids Jerseys collection and picture your child in each size, or contact us and we will talk through it with you.