Glove size is very important to a player's ability to catch and field a ball. As a coach, I have seen far too many kids with gloves that are either far too small or so big that they can't close them. We all know that our kid probably won't go on to play in the major leagues, but it is also important to put kids in positions to succeed.
If your son is 7, you may already have a few seasons under your belt. If that's the case, then you've had some time to diagnose his strengths and weaknesses catching and fielding. My only recommendation is to stray away from any glove less than 9.5" and nothing above 11" unless you have a unique child, or a kid who is significantly larger than what an average 9 year old is (exception would apply at first base only). Kids get older quick, and their hands grow, so I suggest going with a glove with an easy break-in. If you get a fancy leather glove, then the first step you want to do is break it in.
If your child has trouble learning how to catch a ball, and you've tried the 'clock approach' and it seems to work, maybe a new glove is just what the doctor ordered.
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