What Schutt products should I get based on my child's age?Updated a month ago
Choosing the Right Schutt Football Equipment by Age and Level
Choosing the correct football helmet and shoulder pads depends on the athlete’s age, level of play, position, and fit. A properly fitted product should always be selected over age alone. If you are unsure which product or size is right for your athlete, please review the product size charts or contact customer service for help.
Youth Football Helmets
For athletes playing youth football, a youth-designated helmet is recommended and may be required depending on the league. Schutt youth helmets are designed for younger athletes and are built to meet NOCSAE youth standards.
Schutt youth helmet options include:
The F7 AiR Youth brings the F7 design to younger athletes in a lightweight build with features such as the Helmet Stabilization System, Inflatable Comfort Liner, Tektonic Mohawk, and youth-specific impact protection. The F7 AiR Youth Elite includes upgraded features such as a visor and titanium facemask.
Varsity helmets may fit some youth athletes, but youth helmets are preferred at the youth level because they are designed around youth-level play and impact profiles. Middle school athletes should continue using a youth helmet until their head size or level of play requires a varsity model.
Youth Shoulder Pads
Schutt youth shoulder pads are designed for younger athletes and all positions on the field. The right model should be selected based on the athlete’s age, level of play, body size, and fit.
Schutt youth shoulder pad options include:
The Y-Flex is designed for youth athletes and all positions on the field. It features a lightweight, all-purpose design, a sleeker arch for range of motion, increased chest width, a wider neck opening, and a T-hook strap for a secure fit.
The T-Flex is designed for teen and junior high athletes who are between youth and varsity sizing. It also features a lightweight, all-purpose design, a sleeker arch, increased chest width, a wider neck opening, and a durable belt loop strap for a secure fit.
Varsity Football Helmets
For athletes playing beyond the youth and middle school levels, a varsity-designated helmet is required. Youth helmets cannot be worn at the varsity, high school, college, or adult level in any capacity.
Schutt varsity helmet options include:
The F7 AiR Varsity is built for varsity-level play and features the onboard AiR-Lock System, rear diffuser, Tektonic Mohawk, and advanced fit and protection features. The F7 AiR Elite includes upgraded components such as a visor, titanium facemask, ANKR Locks, and quarter-turn screws.
Varsity Shoulder Pads
Schutt varsity shoulder pads are designed to be position-specific. Select the model based on the athlete’s position, then use shoulder width measurements and the product size chart to determine the correct size.
View Schutt varsity shoulder pads here:
Schutt Varsity Shoulder Pads
Fit Reminder
Age level is a starting point, but fit is the most important factor. Always follow the product size chart and fitting instructions. If an athlete is between youth and varsity products, compare measurements carefully or contact customer service before ordering.
If you need help selecting the correct Schutt helmet or shoulder pads, please contact customer service:
https://schutt.gorgias.help