Jockstrap or Compression shorts?

Question

Basketball practice is starting and coach said we had to get a supporter... and I use to wear compression shorts, but everyone else wears jocks now saying that compression shorts are for little kids. (We're in HS). What kind do I get? Do I wear the same kind that I do for football? Why doesn't anyone wear compression shorts anymore... and our Sporting goods store doesn't even sell much of them anymore.

Answer 1

Our sons wear jockstraps under their shorts for track. They have never worn boxers much so they are use to the feel. Very airy under shorts. Not too tight is key to getting them to wear them over compression shorts. When not too tight the are way more comfortable.

Answer 2

My two boys 9 and 14 wear jockstraps for track, cross country, and wrestling. Key is to get them used to it early.  They like them when not too tight. Get a size up. Bike or CK are most comfortable - without a cup pocket.  If they have to change in front of other boys they just wear them underneath their boxers to school.