Boxing Glossary · Equipment

Groin Guard

A protective cup worn inside the shorts to guard against accidental low blows during sparring and competition. Also called a box or athletic cup. Groin guards are mandatory equipment for male boxers in sparring and competition. Low blows are illegal in boxing and can result in a warning or point deduction if deliberate.

Back to Boxing Glossary Book a free trial

🥊

Was this page helpful?

It takes one tap, and it genuinely helps.

.page-feedback.pf-armed { opacity: 1; transform: none; pointer-events: auto; } .pf-sticky { display: none; }