Abstract: An athletic protector wherein the harness has a split detachably connectable waistband whereby the jock strap may be put on or taken off by the wearer without the need to completely undress. The harness has a front and rear panel merging one into the other by a narrower crotch portion with each of opposite marginal edges of the panels having a band of elastic or stretchable material secured thereto. On the inside of the front panel of the harness there is an open pouch, removably to receive a protective cup that is selectively adjustable in size and/or curvature. The opening to the pouch is preferably on the side so that the cup is slid in from the side. The opening to the pouch can be closed by a velcro type or button fastener or the equivalent.