groin guard

Genital protective gear

A groin guard is a protective cup worn over the genitals during contact sports or combat.

Athletes in martial arts, boxing, cricket, and baseball wear groin guards to prevent injury from impacts.

Also called a cup, box, or athletic cup: Make sure your groin guard fits properly before sparring.

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athletics · padding · martial arts · combat sports · kick · crotch · shield · boxer · combat · contact sport · sports · injury · foam · plastic · elastic · strap · underwear · impact

Opposites
body region protected

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Protective head covering

headgear · face mask · chest protector · shin guard · shoulder pads

protection vs vulnerability

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Strike to pelvic region

low blow · cup check

protection vs. exposure

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Narrow fastening strip

unprotected

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG