Racquet size by age
Racquet size for a 9-year-old
Orange ball on a 60 ft court, with longer rallies, real serves and match play.
At age 9
- A 25 inch fits most kids 50–55 in tall.
- Some USTA sections allow green ball from 9, or once a player earns enough points.
- Consider a better string on a 25 inch frame; see our strings for younger kids.
What changes at 10
At 10 most kids stay on a 25 inch and many move to green ball on the full court.
Age 9: quick answers
What size tennis racquet for a 9-year-old?
Most 9-year-olds use a 25 inch racquet, which fits children 50–55 in (127–142 cm) tall. Measure height to be sure.
What ball does a 9-year-old play with?
Usually the orange ball (about 50% slower) on a 60 × 21 ft court (60 × 27 ft for doubles). Many 9-year-olds are moving to the green ball. USTA sections set their own ages, so ask your coach.
My 9-year-old is tall (or small) for their age. Which size?
Go by height. 19 in: under 40 in (102 cm); 21 in: 40–44 in (102–114 cm); 23 in: 45–49 in (114–127 cm); 25 in: 50–55 in (127–142 cm); 26 in: 56–58 in (142–150 cm); 27 in: 59 in (150 cm) and up.
Sources: HEAD Speed 25 Junior specs (Tennis Warehouse) · Wilson: Junior tennis rackets (size by age) · USTA: Ball and court sizes for kids. Ball stage by age is a typical path; USTA sections set their own ages.