How to Determine the Right Size T-Ball Ball for a Child

T-ball is a popular sport for any child with an early interest in baseball. However, you can't just put any ball up on a tee and tell the children to start playing. T-ball is its own sport, with its own rules and equipment. The same ball that's used in a little league game can be dangerous in a T-ball game. By determining the right size of the ball your child will need to play T-ball, you'll get the off to the safe and fun start they need.

Instructions

1. Visit a sporting goods store and go to the baseball section.

2. Find a ball that says that is specifically for T-ball on the package. But don't buy it yet. There are few things to check for to make sure that it is the right ball for your child to start out with.

3. Measure the circumference of the ball if it is not listed on the package. It should be between 9 and 9 1/2 inches.

4. Weigh the ball if the weight is not included on the package. It should be between 4 and 5 ounces.

5. Compare the T-ball in your hand with other balls that are designed for little league and leagues above that. The T-ball should feel softer when you squeeze it because of a softer core inside the ball.

Tips & Warnings

• Ask about league rules for your child's specific t-ball league. Some leagues have more specific guidelines for the equipment they allow to be used.

References

• Tee Ball Rules