i know that i should definetly get a cup. i've heard the stories from my friends since they have been catcher of getting hit in the balls when it bounced off the dirt. so should i get a jockstrap or compression shorts and what brand?? i'm 13.
2006-11-29 15:38:26 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Baseball
Use more protection. And ask the pitcher to do so as well.
2006-11-29 15:41:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no such thing as a "comfortable cup" but I sure wouldn't work back there without one! I am an umpire, former catcher, LL thru college, and some semi-pro. I have found the McDavid compression shorts with the cup holder to be the most comfortable, (vs a jockstrap). I also gled a litte extra foam on the edges of the cup, makes it a bit easier to wear!
2006-11-30 01:10:43 · answer #2 · answered by br549 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Regardless of age, if you have them protect them. There are many products on the market today so take the time to look. Go to some major sports merchandising company and look. Also, try their internet sites. Whatever, I would advise you to use some type of protection. All baseball player regardless of position should. A bad hop can ruin your day or a number of days. A jockstrap with cup pocket or cps shorts with built in cup, get what you feel is better. Just remember, a blow to that area will still hurt regardless if you are protected. The protection, however, will help reduce damage.
2006-11-30 06:50:54 · answer #3 · answered by ThePerfectStranger 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ive been a cather since i was about 5 or 6 and ive used a jock and compression shorts like the other guy said theres no such thing as a comforteble cup but they made a cup thats soft on the edges so it doesnt hurt but its softer so yeah check it out on baseballexpress.com but yeah if yur gonna play there throughout highschool i suggest that u buy all the gear if yur dedicated to baseball
2006-11-30 04:07:06 · answer #4 · answered by grizzly732003 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your coach...And, as someone who spent 16 years in Oragized Baseball...I recommend that you learn to hit from both sides of the plate young man. A switch hitting catcher is someone who is very desirable in College and Professional ball. Good luck to you....
2006-11-30 06:35:40 · answer #5 · answered by DON S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your head examined
2006-11-30 04:12:52 · answer #6 · answered by Ricky Lee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋