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Free Crochet Sports Hoodie Pattern

Free crochet sports hoodie pattern for kids sizes 2-8. Features sporty stripes, a pocket, and a cozy hood. Easy to customize with your team colors.

Prepared by Lovely Crochet Patterns / August 19, 2026

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Skill level

Intermediate

Time

15-20 hours

Yarn weight

Worsted (4)

Hook

5mm (US H-8)

Is this for me?

Best after a few simple projects.

Intermediate

Time

15-20 hours

Skills used

Chain stitches, Single crochet, Double crochet, Seaming or assembly, Increases or decreases

Watch for

Keep pieces aligned while joining or assembling.

Materials calculator

Plan more than one make

Number of projects

Red Heart Red Heart Sport

Skipper Blue A (0846)

5 (5, 6, 6) skeins

Red Heart Red Heart Sport

Pumpkin B (02254)

1 (1, 1, 2) skeins

Yarn and hook helper

Check substitutions first

Yarn weightHook size

Pattern yarn: Worsted (4)

Good match. Work a gauge swatch and compare it with the pattern gauge before starting.

Gauge checker

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Your stitches in 4 inches

Pattern target: 16 stitches across 4 inches.

Pattern gauge: 16 sts = 5"; 19 rows = 5" in sc with larger hook.

Before you start

Quick maker notes

Check gauge before starting: 16 sts = 5"; 19 rows = 5" in sc with larger hook.
Confirm the finished measurement target: To Fit Chest: 24 (26, 28, 30)". Finished Chest: 26¾ (29¼, 31¾, 34)". Finished Length: 16 (17, 18, 19)".
Gather 2 listed materials before working the first section.
Keep the schematic images open while you work shaping, layout, or assembly steps.

Instructions

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Free crochet sports hoodie pattern Basics

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Notes

•This Free crochet sports hoodie pattern includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
•Directions are for size 2; changes for sizes 4, 6, and 8 are in parentheses.
•Check out our patterns catalog for more kids' clothing ideas.

With larger hook and A, ch 44 (48, 52, 56).

Row 1 (Right Side): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across; turn – 43 (47, 51, 55) sc.

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in each sc across; turn.

Rep Row 2 until 13½ (14½, 15½, 16½)" from beginning. Fasten off.

Back Bottom Ribbing: With right side facing and smaller hook, attach A in first ch at lower edge; ch 3, dc in rem 42 (46, 50, 54) ch; turn – 43 (47, 51, 55) sts.

Ribbing Row 1: Ch 2, skip first dc, * BPDC, FPDC; rep from * across working last st around the beg ch; turn.

Ribbing Row 2: Ch 2, skip first st, * FPDC, BPDC; rep from * across working last st around the beg ch; turn.

Rep Rows 1 and 2 once more. Fasten off.

Pocket

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With larger hook and B, ch 18 (22, 26, 30).

Work in sc over 17 (21, 25, 29) sts for 4 rows, then work [4 rows with A, 4 rows with B] 3 times. Fasten off.

Front

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Notes

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Work same as Back until 28 rows have been completed.

Place Pocket: With A, sc in first 13 sc, holding pocket on right side of work, sc across next 17 (21, 25, 29) sts of pocket AND front tog, sc to end.

Work even in sc with A until front corresponds to back. Fasten off.

Front Bottom Ribbing: With right side facing and smaller hook, attach A in first ch at lower edge; ch 3, dc in next 12 ch, dc through both layers of pocket AND front tog across next 17 (21, 25, 29) ch, dc across rem 13 ch of front; turn.

Complete to correspond to Back Bottom Ribbing.

Pocket Ribbing (Work on BOTH sides of pocket): With right side facing and smaller hook, attach A at open edge of pocket; ch 3, work 28 more dc across side edge; turn – 29 sts.

Work Ribbing Rows 1 and 2. Fasten off. Sew edges of ribbing down.

Schematic layout showing pocket placement on the front of the hoodie

Sleeves

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Notes

•Refer to the Craft Yarn Council for standard sizing guidelines.

With larger hook and A, ch 21 (21, 23, 23).

Row 1 (Right Side): Sc in 2nd ch from hook and next 7 (7, 8, 8) ch, change to B and sc in next 4 ch, change to A and sc in last 8 (8, 9, 9) ch; turn – 20 (20, 22, 22) sc.

Keeping colors correct as now placed, work in sc, shaping sides by inc 1 st at each end of every right side row until there are 36 (38, 42, 46) sts.

Work even until sleeve measures 9 (10, 11, 12)" from beg. Fasten off the A sections.

Shoulder Extension: Work even over center 4 B sc for 3¾ (4½, 5, 5½)". Fasten off.

Sleeve Ribbing: With right side facing and smaller hook, attach A in first ch at beg ch edge; ch 3, dc in same ch and in each ch across; turn – 21 (21, 23, 23) sts.

Work [Ribbing Rows 1 and 2] twice. Fasten off.

Hood

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With larger hook and B, ch 74 (78, 82, 86).

Work in sc over 73 (77, 81, 85) sts for 4 rows, then work [4 rows with A, 4 rows with B] 3 times, work 4 rows with A.

Sizes 6 and 8 Only: Work 2 rows with B.

All Sizes: Fasten off.

Hood Ribbing: With right side facing and smaller hook, attach A in first ch at beg ch edge; ch 3, dc in next 72 (76, 80, 84) ch; turn – 73 (77, 81, 85) sts.

Work Ribbing Rows 1 and 2. Fasten off.

Finishing

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Notes

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Sew front and back to shoulder extension of sleeves, leaving 6" opening at neck for front and back.

Sew rem sleeve tops to sides of front and back.

Sew sleeve and body side seams.

Sew back hood seam.

Sew hood in at neck, easing in to fit.

Weave in ends.

Full schematic diagram with measurements for all sizes of the crochet hoodie

FAQ

Questions about this pattern

Is Free Crochet Sports Hoodie Pattern good for beginners?+

Free Crochet Sports Hoodie Pattern is marked intermediate, so it is better after you have finished a few crochet patterns for beginners. Read the full instructions first and check each shaping or assembly note before starting.

What yarn weight do I need for Free Crochet Sports Hoodie Pattern?+

This pattern lists Worsted (4). If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.

How long does Free Crochet Sports Hoodie Pattern take to crochet?+

The estimated time is 15-20 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.

Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+

Yes. The pattern gauge is 16 sts = 5"; 19 rows = 5" in sc with larger hook.. Use the listed hook size, 5mm (US H-8), unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.

Can I print Free Crochet Sports Hoodie Pattern?+

Yes. Use the Print button near the top of the post for a cleaner pattern view that hides interactive extras and navigation.

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