Playing many sports requires the use of a hard or soft plastic athletic cup to support your genitals and avoid testicular injuries. In 2009, the Seattle Mariners third baseman Adrian Beltre wasn't wearing any protection when a baseball hit him, resulting in a bleeding testicle and 15 days on the disabled list. When playing baseball, pitchers, infielders and especially the catcher should wear a cup; wear it correctly for the most protection and comfort.
Step 1
Pull an athletic supporter over your briefs. Check the leg straps; they should be tight enough to lie flat, keeping them from rolling or twisting.
Step 2
Insert either a hard cup or soft cup into the front of the athletic supporter. Make sure the cup holds your genitals against your body without extra space.
Step 3
Wear spandex or baseball slide shorts over your briefs and athletic supporter. Layering allows your briefs to absorb perspiration, and the spandex or slide shorts hold everything in place securely.
Things You'll Need
- Athletic supporter
- Spandex or baseball slide shorts
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