Jock fetish involves sexual attraction to athletic wear, particularly jockstraps, along with associated imagery of athleticism and masculinity. This clothing fetish is common in gay male communities but exists across orientations.
The appeal may include the visual framing effect of jockstraps, association with masculinity and athletics, scent interests related to worn gear, or appreciation of specific aesthetics. Vintage and designer jockstraps have collector followings.
Related interests often include sports gear generally, locker room scenarios, athletic roleplay, or underwear fetishism more broadly. The fetish connects to broader interests in masculine presentation.
Like most clothing fetishes, jock fetishism is typically harmless and easily integrated into consensual intimate activities between interested partners.