Do field hockey players need gloves?

Gloves are optional for field players but strongly recommended for defenders and penalty-corner runners. Goalkeepers wear separate hand protectors.

Which hand does a field hockey glove go on?

Usually the left hand, because it sits at the top of the stick and is most exposed to the ball and other sticks.

What size field hockey glove do I need?

Measure around your hand below the knuckles: about 7–7.5 in is S, 7.5–8 in is M and 8–8.5 in is L. Check the brand's chart.

Are indoor and outdoor gloves different?

Yes. Indoor gloves are thinner and more flexible. Outdoor protective gloves have harder shells for hard hits.

Should I buy one glove or a pair?

One left-hand glove is enough for protection. Buy a pair if you want grip and warmth on both hands in cold weather.

What are the best gloves for beginners?

For new players, start with STX Youth Polar Cub Glove Medium-Large & Brabo Youth F2.1 Indoor Full Finger Field Hockey Gloves Small. These are listed as beginner-level, so they are more forgiving and easier to use.

Which gloves are best for advanced or elite players?

Experienced players often choose Grays International Pro Field Hockey Glove XX-Small, Brabo Elite PRO Open Palm Shell Player Gloves X-Small & Grays Anatomic Pro Field Hockey Glove, which are aimed at advanced and elite levels.

Which gloves are made for kids and juniors?

Youth options include STX Youth Polar Cub Glove Medium-Large, Hummingbird Sports Girls Genuine Leather Lacrosse Medium & Brabo Youth F2.1 Indoor Full Finger Field Hockey Gloves Small. Always check the size or length on the Amazon listing before you buy.

What types of gloves can I compare?

This page includes protective (37), indoor (6), winter / pair (2) & fingerless (2). Use the Type filter at the top of the page to narrow the list.

Where can I buy these gloves, and what do they cost?

Every product on this page links to its Amazon listing, where you can see today's price, sizes, delivery and returns. Prices change often, so we link to the live listing instead of showing a price that might be out of date.

Field Hockey Gloves 2026 — Compare Brands & Prices

Q: Which brands make gloves?

We compare 47 gloves from 16 brands: The Indian Maharadja (7), Grays (5), TK (5), Harrow (5), Brabo (5), STX (4), Osaka (4) & Gryphon (3).

How to Choose Field Hockey Gloves

Field hockey gloves protect your knuckles and the back of your hand from sticks and the ball, especially in tackles and on reverse-stick play. Here's how to choose:

Decide on protection level. Defenders and penalty-corner runners need a hard-shell protective glove (for example Grays International Pro or TK 1). Midfielders and attackers often prefer lighter fingerless gloves (for example Grays Touch or Anatomic Pro).
Choose the hand. All sticks are right-handed, so your left hand sits at the top of the stick, facing the ball. That is why most protective gloves are left-hand only.
Check the fit. Measure around your hand below the knuckles and use the size chart below. A glove that is too big twists on the grip.
Match the glove to the surface and season. Indoor gloves are thinner for indoor hockey. Full-finger winter gloves add warmth and grip in cold weather (see cold weather gear).

Field Hockey Glove Size Chart 2026

Measure around your hand just below the knuckles (excluding the thumb) with a soft tape.

Size	Hand circumference	Typical player
XS	6.5–7 in (16.5–18 cm)	Young juniors
S	7–7.5 in (18–19 cm)	Juniors, small adult hands
M	7.5–8 in (19–20.5 cm)	Most women, teen players
L	8–8.5 in (20.5–21.5 cm)	Most men
XL	8.5–9 in (21.5–23 cm)	Large hands

Most protective field hockey gloves are left-hand only. Brand charts vary, so check the listing before you buy.

Types of Field Hockey Gloves

Protective shell gloves: a rigid or heavily padded back over the knuckles.
Fingerless gloves: protection on the back of the hand while your fingertips keep full feel for the stick.
Indoor gloves: thin, flexible padding for indoor hockey on boards and floors.
Winter / full-finger pairs: grip and warmth for cold training sessions.

Top gloves brands

We compare gloves from 16 brands. The Indian Maharadja (7), Grays (5), TK (5), Harrow (5), Brabo (5), STX (4), Osaka (4), Gryphon (3), adidas (2) & Longstreth (1). Use the brand filter at the top of the page to compare them side by side, or open a brand page to see everything it makes.

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