Comfy Cup Chronicles — #thecomfycup

When it comes to youth sports, safety should always be the top priority. Whether your child is stepping up to the plate in baseball, skating on the hockey rink, or grappling on the mat in martial arts, protecting their growing bodies is essential. Yet, one critical piece of equipment often overlooked—or resisted by young athletes—is the protective athletic cup. Let’s dive into the risks of not wearing a cup, how to encourage boys to wear one without complaints, and why The Comfy Cup is the ultimate solution for youth athletes.

The Risks of Not Wearing a Protective Athletic...

When 8-year-old Kyler Russell stepped onto the baseball field in Lenexa, Kansas, he never imagined that his frustration with uncomfortable athletic gear would lead to a groundbreaking invention. Yet, that’s exactly what happened. Today, Kyler’s creation—the Comfy Cup®—is transforming how young athletes stay safe and comfortable in sports like baseball, football, hockey, and martial arts. Let’s take a closer look at Kyler’s inspiring journey and how his kid-friendly solution is making waves in youth sports safety.

The Problem: Hard Plastic Cups Were a Game Stopper

Like many young athletes, Kyler loved the thrill of playing baseball. But...

As parents and coaches, we want our kids to play hard and stay safe—and that includes protecting areas that don’t always get enough attention (literally). The Comfy Cup isn’t just another piece of gear; it’s peace of mind wrapped in kid-approved comfort. So whether your child is sliding into home plate or throwing their first punch in karate class, make sure they’re covered where it counts most.

Local small Kansas City businesses came together Wednesday, March 28th for the annual KC Chamber Small Business Showcase inside of Union Station. Around 80 local companies took part in the event that drew a crowd of professionals, including Comfy Cup’s  Co-CEOs, Brandi and Kyler Russell, hoping to learn more about the participating companies.

It was a great experience to see so many awesome companies and people from the Kansas City area come together to celebrate small businesses.  We were particularly impressed with Pro Athlete Inc. and their awesome set-up...we felt like we were at the ballpark!