Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
473438000 | For football or rugby | 58 |
20080214330 | Method and apparatus for restricting arm movement and method of use thereof in sports training, physical training, and physical therapy - A method and apparatus for restricting the distance between a user's wrists is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a removable first wrist cuff with a first fastener for securing the first wrist cuff to a user's wrist and a first attachment member connected to the first wrist cuff. The apparatus also comprises a removable second wrist cuff with a fastener for securing the second wrist cuff to a user's wrist and a second attachment member connected to the second wrist cuff. An elastic member is attached to both first and second attachment members such that, in operation, a user's wrists are respectively encircled by said first and second wrist cuffs and the distance between said first and second wrist cuffs is limited by said elastic member. The apparatus may be used for athletic training such as football, basketball, volleyball, soccer, boxing, and weight lifting. | 09-04-2008 |
20090305825 | FOOTBALL PASS RECEIVING TRAINER - The football pass receiving trainer includes a cord extending between a first support and a second support and includes a pad selectively positionable along the length of the cord, wherein the pad is sized so a receiver must catch a football around the pad with the hands and extended arms and elbows. The cord stretches upon contact with the foam pad and is selectively tensioned between the first support and the second support. The football pass receiving trainer is usable as a stand-alone unit via a free-standing base and plurality of slidingly engageable feet or through use of a hook and stabilizing cord that cooperate to selectively secure the support to the chain link fence. | 12-10-2009 |
20100298074 | FOOTWORK GRID TO TRAIN FOOTBALL PLAYERS TO STEP CORRECTLY - A footwork grid to train football players to step correctly includes: a first bar; a first tee section on the first bar; a second bar, retained by the first tee section, generally transverse to the first bar; a second tee section on the first bar; a third bar, rotatably retained by the second tee section, generally transverse to the first bar; a third tee section slidably attached to the third bar; a fourth bar retained by the third tee section. The device is adapted to rotate the third bar and slide the third tee section so as to provide a shape for training the user to step. | 11-25-2010 |
20100304901 | Football training aid - A football training aid is provided which includes a body member which is positioned adjacent the chest area of a football player so that the player, when catching a football, must catch the football in the player's hands away from the player's body. | 12-02-2010 |
20100323824 | FOOTBALL PASS CATCHING TRAINER - The football pass catching trainer includes a vest wearable by a receiver and at least one interference pad selectively removable from the vest. The vest and the associated interference pad are configured to require the receiver wearing the vest to catch a football with arms and elbows extended away from the interference pad. The vest may include a retainment mechanism and indicia that enable the receiver to selectively position the interference pad on the vest to practice the proper techniques for catching a football. | 12-23-2010 |
20110172033 | FOOTBALL CARRYING TRAINING AID - A device which aids the training of football carriers, specifically backfield players, in the desired ball carrying and retaining posture, comprising a belt worn around the waist of the player, an attached cradle or flap hanging from the belt, and a football supported by the cradle or flap, which in combination assist in teaching a player to assume a crouching posture when running while carrying the football towards opposing players, and to protect the football from opposing players in a pocket formed by the player's arms. The training aid also encourages the player to hold the shoulders squared in a horizontal orientation, to form and maintain the protective pocket for the football in the most effective manner. | 07-14-2011 |
20120028738 | Training Strap and Glove - A training glove or a strap comprising a rubberized fixture affixed to said palmar side of each of the said glove or strap to enable the player to securely grasp a ball thrown towards the palms of at said player, wherein the thumb is substantially not connected with any other finger of the player, either in the strap or glove embodiment, wherein the rubberized fixture is a protrusion to allow the fingers of each palm of the player to engage the ball to curl substantially to grasp the ball thrown at the player. | 02-02-2012 |
20120094787 | FOOTBALL TRAINING APPARATUS AND METHOD - A football training apparatus, system and method utilizes a microcontroller-LED display, located on a football-type projectile, wherein a visual display is displayed by a display element during spiral motion of the projectile. The visual display may be, for example, a word, symbol or color. To train a receiving player's ball-watching skills, the player is instructed to call out the visual display while the ball is spiraling and in flight in his direction. | 04-19-2012 |
20120157243 | FOOTBALL TRAINING AID AND METHOD - A training aid is attached to the rear region of a user's helmet and alerts the player with an audible beep when the player's head drops into a downward unsafe or improper position. A printed circuit board containing a horn, battery and tilt switch is located within a protective housing attached by an adhesive to the rear region of the player's helmet. An external switch enables the player to manually turn the circuit ON or OFF. | 06-21-2012 |
20130059682 | FUMBLE CAUSING TRAINING DEVICE FOR FOOTBALL - A training device | 03-07-2013 |
20130210557 | FOOTBALL THROWING TRAINING DEVICE - A device for training users to utilize proper mechanics when throwing a football includes an open-ended glove having a slot communicating with a compartment that is sized to receive an arched insert plate. When the glove is worn by a user, the arched insert plate permits flexion of the user's wrist while preventing extension of the user's wrist, unless sufficient force is applied. When throwing a football, the arched insert plate prevents the user's wrist from improperly extending backwards during the follow-through motion of throwing a football. A padded spacer is included on the surface of the palmar portion of the glove for encouraging the user to properly grip the football using primarily his or her fingertips. | 08-15-2013 |
20130316856 | TRAINING FOOTBALL - A training football having one or more markings for the positioning of a user's fingers and/or thumbs. The markings may include positioning indicia for fingers and/or thumbs of both the right hand and left hand of a user. | 11-28-2013 |
20130324328 | Training Tool for Reaching Out Arms while Catching a Football and Method of Use Thereof - A training tool is an apparatus that teaches a user to reach their arms out from their torso in order to catch a football. The apparatus includes a waistband, a left wrist strap, a right wrist strap, a left elastic cord, and a right elastic cord. The waistband attaches the apparatus to the user's waist, and the left wrist strap and the right wrist strap attach the apparatus to the user's wrists. The left wrist strap is connected to the waistband by the left elastic cord, and the right wrist strap is connected to the waistband by the right elastic cord. The left elastic cord provides a resistance between the left wrist and the waist, which reminds the user to fully extend the left arm. Similarly, the right elastic cord provides a resistance between the right wrist and the waist, which reminds the user to fully extend the right arm. | 12-05-2013 |
20140080637 | TRAINING DEVICE - A training device is disclosed that has a depressable element and an indicator element that provides a perceivable indication, for example an audible alarm, to a user when an amount of force being applied to the training device along the major axis of the training device is less than a desired amount of depressing force. In some embodiments, the training device is in the shape of a prolate sphere and approximates the size and shape of a ball typically used in American football. The training device may be configured so that no perceivable indication is provided while either little to no force is being applied to the training device along its major axis or while an adequate amount of force is being applied to the training device along the major axis thereof. | 03-20-2014 |
20140135150 | SPORT PERFORMANCE SYSTEM WITH BALL SENSING - A player training apparatus for use with a portable performance system. The portable performance system includes a processor, a memory and a display. The training apparatus includes an American-style football, at least one sensor coupled to the football, at least one transmitter coupled to the football and operably coupled to the sensor, and a non-transient computer-readable medium containing code. The code directs the processor to: receive input pertaining to motion of the football resulting from the player performing an act with the football; store information related to the input into the memory; compare the received input with previously stored celebrity information regarding similar football acts performed by a celebrity; and display information relating to the input and the comparison to the celebrity information. | 05-15-2014 |
20140248979 | SPORTS TRAINING SYSTEM - A method of operating a training device includes measuring a force applied to a training ball including an outer skin surrounding an inner bladder, determining if a force applied to the training ball decreases below a predetermined threshold, and indicating when the force applied to the training ball decreases below the predetermined threshold. | 09-04-2014 |
20140274482 | Spiral passing system and method for training football passers to make perfect spiral passes - The spiral passing system includes a shoulder harness, a wrist harness, and a control strap connecting the shoulder and wrist harnesses. The control strap, adjustable in length, falls from atop the shoulder harness, down the passer's back, around the passer's forearm, and to the harness on the passer's wrist. The control strap's length is adjusted so that, when the passer throws a football, the strap pulls on the wrist harness, causing the throwing hand to pronate inward, releasing the football with longitudinal spin, as a perfect spiral pass. | 09-18-2014 |
20140274483 | TRAINING DEVICE TO AID IMPROVING PROPER FORM AND MEASURING DIRECTIONAL ACCURACY WHEN KICKING A FOOTBALL OR SOCCER BALL - A training device to aid improving proper form and measuring directional accuracy when performing a training kicking. The device includes a base and a ball holder assembly coupled to the base. The ball holder assembly is configured to receive an attachable ball used for performing simulation kicks. A direction pointer is coupled either the ball holder assembly or the ball and is spaced from a direction template that is used to indicate a relative accuracy of the simulation kick. The device also includes a brake assembly that receives the direction pointer during the training kick to bring the ball holder assembly and the ball to a complete stop. | 09-18-2014 |
20150051024 | Training system and method - Disclosed herein are embodiments of an American-style football quarterback training device and method. Goals associated with the disclosed system include training a quarterback to not telegraph passes and to look in a direction opposite to where the ball is about to be thrown. The disclosed device comprises a sensor that is mountable on desired headgear, for example a football helmet, and is useful for detecting lateral head position and lateral head movement, a processor for processing data associated with the lateral head position and for processing data associated with lateral head movement, a user interface, a memory storage device, and optionally a timer, each of which are in communication with the processor and sensor. The lateral head position a quarterback can be monitored and data can be captured and processed relative to when the quarterback's head moves outside of an acceptable threshold range of acceptable lateral head positions. In some embodiments, users may be notified through one or more alarms if the quarterback's head moves outside of the acceptable threshold range of acceptable lateral head positions. | 02-19-2015 |
20150321064 | FOOTBALL TRAINING DEVICE - A football training device for teaching a user the proper throwing mechanics to obtain optimal football ball release timing, as well as the correct takeaway motion of a quarterback or any other person, wherein the present invention assists, and when necessary corrects, the user in taking a football from an unloaded football position to a loaded football position. | 11-12-2015 |
20150327616 | PRACTICE DEVICE - A practice device is disclosed for attachment to a face mask of a football helmet or the like. The practice device includes a weighted body portion that has a flexible stem. A clip or clasp attaches the outer end of the stem to the face mask. The clasp attaches the device to the helmet in a manner so that the body portion of the device partially obstructs the helmet wearer's view and thereby allows the wearer to practice throwing a ball (or receiving) while view is obstructed. | 11-19-2015 |
20150335977 | Throw Training Device - A throw training device is provided to limit a motion of a user's non-throwing arm while throwing an object. In one embodiment, a throw training device comprises a belt, wherein the belt comprises a sleeve material attached to the belt to form an integrated sleeve. A user's non-throwing arm may be secured in the integrated sleeve to limit a motion of a user's non-throwing arm. | 11-26-2015 |
20160023080 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TRAINING FOOTBALL QUARTERBACKS - Embodiments of the invention relate to a football training apparatus and method for strengthening and training a user. The apparatus includes an arm restraining member securable to a chest portion and to a bicep region of a non-throwing arm of the user. | 01-28-2016 |
20160129327 | SPORTS TRAINING DEVICE - The invention generally relates an athletic training device comprised of a support structure having a front side and a back side. Where the two sides are generally interchangeable. The invention is formed by removably fitting rigidity elements together through connectors or connecting means to form a support structure that is designed to be held by at least one user in a plurality of positions. The support structure made be made be comprised of removable elements or be of a unitary construction, and may contain at least one hollow element. | 05-12-2016 |
20160166908 | Ball Sport Training Aid | 06-16-2016 |
20190143189 | Defense and offense combat / football trainer | 05-16-2019 |
473439000 | Projectile target or stop | 8 |
20090280931 | Mobile Practice Targets - A mobile practice target is described, which includes a framework comprising a base support and at least one substantially vertical support extending above the base support and an angled support above the vertical support, together with a pocket comprising a resilient material having at least one front opening parallel to the vertical support capable of receiving a football propelled from the horizontal direction, and a top opening parallel to the angled support for receiving a propelled football from above. A baffle is secured to the top of the front opening which can absorb the momentum of the propelled football and/or deflect the propelled football downward into the pocket. A mobility means associated with the base support is provided to facilitate transport of the mobile practice target. The mobile practice target captures and contains propelled footballs and prevents them from bouncing out of the pocket when traversing the front opening at speeds greater than about 30 mph. The mobile practice target can be used to practice a wide range of throws and kicks related to the game of football including both precision line passes and lofted passes. | 11-12-2009 |
20100062881 | Football sideline catching training aid - A device which aids the training of football pass receivers, in the desired ball catching and retaining posture, comprising a belt worn around the midsection of the player, attached cables or straps fastened to the belt, and supporting means attached to the cable or strap. The training device is designed for use by backfield players and ends, to aid in their training to remain inbounds when catching a thrown or kicked football, rather than touching or running beyond the sideline mark. The belt, cable or strap and support provided by the coach or trainer, or by a fixed support, allows the pass receiver to learn and practice leaning beyond the sideline marker while catching a thrown or kicked football, while remaining inbounds. | 03-11-2010 |
20110165971 | Quarterback trainer - A quarterback trainer includes a circular target frame having a plurality of target locations and is mounted on a support for rotation about its axis in either direction. The support may be located on a cart. The cart includes a receptacle area below the target frame that receives and stores footballs thrown toward the target. A motor is coupled to the pivot for the frame to facilitate control of rotations of the circular target frame. A controller for the motor controls activation and deactivation as well as the direction of rotation and the speed of rotation of the motor's driven shaft. The motor is preferably powered by one or more batteries. | 07-07-2011 |
20120015764 | KICKING NET - The invention is a kicking net that includes a frame and a net. The kicking net allows a ball to be snapped through a base portion of the frame without touching the frame or the net. This allows the users to snap or hike a ball through the kicking net in order to simulate a complete field goal attempt or punt. | 01-19-2012 |
20120208659 | Device for Training Athletic or Sports Ball Players - The present invention provides a device designed to increase the accuracy of both the throwing, bouncing, propelling by stick and kicking of a baseball, football, lacrosse ball or soccer ball. The apparatus is constructed of a frame, for example of aluminum tubing. A net is attached to or hung over the aluminum tubing to provide a series of pouches aligned horizontally at various heights. These pouches provide target areas for a ball. The pouches may be designed to allow the ball to drop from a pouch it enters into a second pouch or to the bottom of the device for easy removal. The device is held by a base that may have wheels and may be steadied by one or more transverse supports running across the bottom or the back of the base. | 08-16-2012 |
20130040764 | Football Quarterback Training Apparatus - The present invention is an apparatus for training a quarterback in skills necessary for the game of American football. The invention comprises a snap deck, targets, and blitz sticks, which all stand freely. The snap deck is a station that allows the user to create or modify play sequences, which are defined by selecting certain targets and blitz sticks to illuminate at certain times. The interface also includes displays showing session statistics. A play is initiated by removing the football from a holder on the snap deck. The targets illuminate according to the programmed play, representing open receivers, to which the user attempts to complete a pass. The blitz sticks illuminate according to the programmed play, signaling a blitz to the user, who reacts accordingly while attempting to complete a pass. If a successful pass is not completed within the time limit, all targets illuminate red and an alarm sounds. | 02-14-2013 |
20140080638 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING TRAINING AND INSTRUCTION TO A FOOTBALL KICKER - In one embodiment, kicking training is provided to a kicker in real time by collecting data while the kicker kicks a ball toward a display screen, determining the trajectory of the ball from the collected data, and displaying to the kicker on the display screen a simulation of the flight of the ball within a virtual world. | 03-20-2014 |
20150352420 | Sports Training System - Sports training systems are provided. A sports training system includes a plurality of support structures. Each of the plurality of support structures includes a base and a support member extending generally along a longitudinal axis from the base. The plurality of support structures includes a first support structure and a second support structure. The sports training system further includes a main training assembly removably connectable to the first support structure and the second support structure. The main training assembly includes a cross-member and an indicator assembly extending from the cross-member. The sports training system further includes at least one auxiliary training assembly removably connectable to one of the plurality of support structures. | 12-10-2015 |
473440000 | Running grid or resistance course | 1 |
20110105251 | Collapsible Athletic Training Ladder - A collapsible ladder for use primarily for athletic training and the like has a plurality of spaced-apart, substantially rigid rungs secured with collapsible connectors to a plurality of spaced-apart, substantially rigid spacers extending therebetween. In one disclosed embodiment, the collapsible connectors are strips of flexible material extending between the rungs and spacers. Another disclosed embodiment has a second set of rungs aligned substantially parallel to the plurality of spaced-apart rungs along a common central set of spacers. The collapsible connectors allow the ladder to be quickly and easily transitioned between an extended, operational position, and a collapsed, storage position. | 05-05-2011 |
473441000 | Blocking, tackling, or charging device | 23 |
20110177891 | HIP THRUST SLED - A hip thrust sled may include a pair of spaced apart runners configured in generally parallel relation to each other. A first cross member extends between and is connected to the spaced apart runners proximate to a distal end of the hip thrust sled. A second cross member extends between and is connected to the spaced apart runners near a proximal end of the hip thrust sled to receive removable weights. A pendulum arm is rotatably attached at its distal end to the first cross member and is configured at a proximal end to move vertically relative to the spaced apart runners. The pendulum arm extends towards the proximal end of the hip thrust sled at an upward angle. An adjustable stop may limit the vertical movement of the pendulum arm. A handlebar may be attached to the proximal end of the pendulum arm. | 07-21-2011 |
20160375337 | MOBILE DEVICE WHICH SIMULATES PLAYER MOTION - A mobile device and system which simulates human motion. The device includes a base with a drive system for providing motion to the device. A receiver is provided which controls the drive system the receiver receives wireless control signals. Pads and a self-stabilizing component are provided on the device. The device accurately mimics the unpredictable motion of a human motion to provide a safer alternative to live interaction to increase participant safety and decrease the incidence of injuries during practice or drill sessions. The system includes at least one mobile device. The mobile device includes: a base having a drive system for providing motion to the device; a receiver which controls the drive system the receiver receives wireless control signals; and self-stabilizing component provided on the device. The system also includes a transmitter for transmitting the control signals to the receiver. | 12-29-2016 |
473442000 | Suspended or suspendible dummy | 3 |
20120283047 | FOOTBALL TACKLING DUMMY APPARATUS - A football tackling dummy apparatus includes a tackling dummy, a support structure for suspending the tackling dummy therefrom, and a release mechanism. The release mechanism is mounted on the support structure and situated between the support structure and the tackling dummy. The tackling dummy is releasably attached to the release mechanism and is released thereby when a predetermined force is applied to the tackling dummy. | 11-08-2012 |
20140357430 | SPORTS TRAINING SAFETY SYSTEM AND METHOD OF OPERATION THEREOF - A sports training safety system and method of operation thereof includes: a training dummy; a magnetic release attached to the training dummy; a delivery carriage mounted to the magnetic release; a delivery rail for supporting the delivery carriage; and a transport system, attached to the delivery rail, for moving the delivery carriage and the training dummy along the delivery rail. | 12-04-2014 |
473443000 | Suspension movable in horizontal plane | 1 |
20120309565 | TACKLING MACHINE FOR FOOTBALL PRACTICE - A tackling machine capable of moving a 50-80 lb. tackling dummy down an overhead track to a junction point where the dummy will turn left, right, or continue straight forward. The operator of the machine controls the junction box with a lever to determine which way the dummy will turn, or go straight. | 12-06-2012 |
473444000 | Self-erecting or person-supported dummy | 2 |
20090291781 | Base Support for a Sport Training Obstacle - A training device for use as a playing field obstacle during athletic training exercises. The training device includes a weighted base having a bottom wall supportable in a stationary position on an underlying ground surface. The base has at least one wheel enabling ready repositioning of the base on the playing field and an upper wall with an upward-opening slot. The training device can also include a separate dummy obstacle having a body portion and a base plug portion. The base plug portion is receivable within the slot of the base for connecting the dummy obstacle to the base such that, when the dummy obstacle is connected to the base, the body portion of the dummy obstacle is supported in a substantially upright position. The training device can also include one or more coaching sticks separate from the base and dummy obstacle, and the base can include at least one receptacle for removably securing and supporting the coaching stick in a position extending or projecting from the base. | 11-26-2009 |
20130143693 | Pop-up tackling practice machine - A pop-up tackling practice machine has a base with a peripheral tube curved at each end for safety, and a plate covering an opening formed by the tube. Outside the tube, two inverted ears are centrally located on the base and extend upwardly and outwardly at oblique angles with respect to the plate. A bracket allows pivotable mounting of a T-shaped handle that may be grasped by a coach standing on the plate. A further bracket is also mounted on the plate to which a multiple use pad may be mounted. The further bracket is vertically adjustable for height adjustment, pivotable with respect to the plate, and the bracket permits rotation with respect to the plate. The underside of the plate has an elongated roller. | 06-06-2013 |
473445000 | Dummy mounted on support enabling traverse over ground or floor during training (e.g., charging sled, etc.) | 16 |
20080280703 | TRAINING APPARATUS FOR TRAINING PLAYERS INVLOVED IN SPORTS ACTIVITIES - Disclosed is a training apparatus for training players involved in contact sports, such as football. The training apparatus includes a frame assembly, a first driving mechanism, a drifting mechanism, a second driving mechanism, and a dummy. The frame assembly is configured to support the first driving mechanism, the drifting mechanism, the second driving mechanism, and the dummy thereon. The first driving mechanism is configured to move the dummy in a longitudinal direction, the second driving mechanism is configured to move the dummy in a transverse direction, and the drifting mechanism is configured to move the dummy along a vertical axis of the frame assembly. Further disclosed is a training system including a training apparatus and a controlling module. The controlling module is operatively coupled to the training apparatus for controlling the longitudinal direction movement, the transverse direction movement, and the vertical axis movement of the dummy. | 11-13-2008 |
20080312009 | ATHLETIC TRAINING SLED APPARATUS - A weight sled apparatus useful for strength training and simulating the resistance of an opponent during a blocking event has a tubular construction forming a U-shaped member having a pair of parallel legs which serve as runners. A weight bearing member affixed to and extending between the pair of runners allows mounting of removable mount weights on a horn projecting therefrom. A crossbar extending between the runner ends presents a rearward facing surface at least 8 inches above the plane of the runners against which force may applied. An optional handlebar attachment presents a rearward facing surface against which force may applied in a range from 8 inches to 40 inches above the plane of the runners and normal thereto. The weight sled affords a trainee multiple force application surfaces near the center of gravity of the sled and at differing vertical heights, enabling a more realistic simulation of the resistance presented during a blocking event. | 12-18-2008 |
20090105015 | SPORT ACTIVITY SCREEN - A sport activity screen is disclosed for use in a selected sport to simulate the presence and position of actual players in that sport during training and practice exercises. A sports activity screen according to the present invention comprises a base unit which includes a main horizontal support bar and a plurality of bracing legs which are attached to the main horizontal support bar to support the main horizontal support bar. A sport activity screen according to the present invention also includes at least one frame structure where each said frame structure is operatively connected to the main horizontal support bar. In one embodiment, a sport activity screen according to the present invention comprises a plurality of frame structures which are operatively connected to the main horizontal support bar at spaced intervals along the length of the bar. Each frame structure comprises two spaced apart vertical members having two ends, where one end of each vertical member is operatively connected to the main horizontal support bar and where the other ends of each vertical member are joined together by a horizontal top member. Each frame structure may further comprise at least one horizontal cross member which is attached between the two vertical members at a point intermediate the two ends of those vertical members. A player simulation screen is attached to each frame structure. | 04-23-2009 |
20100203986 | ATHLETIC TRAINING SLED APPARATUS - A weight sled apparatus useful for strength training and simulating the resistance of an opponent during a blocking event has a tubular construction forming a U-shaped member having a pair of parallel legs which serve as runners. A weight bearing member affixed to and extending between the pair of runners allows mounting of removable mount weights on a horn projecting therefrom. A crossbar extending between the runner ends presents a rearward facing surface at least 8 inches above the plane of the runners against which force may be applied. An optional handlebar attachment presents a rearward facing surface against which force may applied in a range from 8 inches to 40 inches above the plane of the runners and normal thereto. The weight sled affords a trainee multiple force application surfaces near the center of gravity of the sled and at differing vertical heights, enabling a more realistic simulation of the resistance presented during a blocking event. | 08-12-2010 |
20110124443 | MOTION TACKLER - A motion tackler for simulating an opponent during tackle training. The motion tackler has an elongated frame with a first side and a second side. A dummy module is attached to the first side of the elongated frame. A handle frame is attached to the second side of the elongated frame. A plurality of wheels are attached to the elongated frame. The motion tackler further has a resistance bar capable of engaging with the ground upon the dummy module being lifted. | 05-26-2011 |
20110152013 | FOOTBALL SLED WITH BLOCKER PAD RANGE OF MOTION - A blocking sled includes an arm movable relative to a sled frame and a blocking pad movable relative to the arm. | 06-23-2011 |
20110152014 | FOOTBALL SLED WITH BLOCKER PAD RANGE OF MOTION - A range of motion assembly for a blocking sled includes a pivot assembly to provide a range of motion and a cartridge system to restrict the range of motion. | 06-23-2011 |
20110165972 | Blocking sled with pivotable auxiliary pad - A blocking sled includes a first main blocking pad reciprocable on a frame between extended and retracted positions. When a lineman hits the main blocking pad, it is moved to the position of retraction and when the lineman releases the pad, it extends back to its original un-retracted position. In association with each main blocking pad, an auxiliary pad is provided that in one position closely overlies and extends forward of the main blocking pad in its extended position. The auxiliary blocking pad is pivotably mounted to the frame and is latched in the position closely overlying and extending forward of the main blocking pad. An actuator facilitates release of a latching mechanism for the auxiliary pad and moves along with a support rod for the main blocking pad. When the rod is reciprocated, eventually it engages the latch of the auxiliary pad and releases that latch causing a biasing means to pivot the auxiliary pad up and forward with respect to its position when latched. In the latched position of the auxiliary pad, it is so positioned that it forces a blocker to lower their center of gravity and bend down and forward to enable them to engage the main blocking pad while passing under the auxiliary pad. Once the main blocking pad has been reciprocated to its retracted position, the auxiliary pad pivots upward and forward of the main blocking pad so the blocker can lift up and complete the block in a manner simulating play in an actual football game. | 07-07-2011 |
20110263354 | FOOTBALL BLOCKING SIMULATION APPARATUS - According to the present invention, there is provided a sports training apparatus for accurately simulating the football maneuver known as the ‘cut-block.’ The present invention comprises a track, a rolling cart fitted to the track, an upright blocking pillar connected to the cart, and a triggering system for lowering and raising the blocking pillar at specified intervals in order to simulate the cut-block maneuver. The present invention additionally includes a stopping mechanism for stopping the movement of the cart. | 10-27-2011 |
20120094788 | TACKLE PRACTICE APPARATUS AND A METHOD FOR PRACTISING TACKLING IN A CONTACT SPORT - Tackle practice apparatus ( | 04-19-2012 |
20120157244 | FOOTBALL SLED WITH BLOCKER PAD RANGE OF MOTION - A blocking sled includes a sled frame, an arm mounted to said sled frame and a blocking pad having at least one handhold mounted to the arm. | 06-21-2012 |
20130053189 | Mobile Practice Dummy - A practice dummy comprising a remotely controlled, self-propelled base unit supporting a detachable upper body enables athletes to practice football skills against a dummy that can simulate the speed and mobility of a human player. | 02-28-2013 |
20130184104 | THRUSTBACK TRAINING SLED - The disclosure includes a variety of thrustback sleds. In one embodiment, the disclosure provides a thrust back training sled, including a base including a plurality of horizontal runners, a generally horizontal rail assembly disposed on the base, a trolley assembly disposed on the generally horizontal rail assembly, the trolley assembly including a plurality of rollers received by the rail assembly, the trolley being adapted to translate from a first, forward position to a second, rearward position along the generally horizontal rail assembly. The sled can further include a generally horizontally oriented spring adapted to prevent horizontal movement of the trolley from the first position to the second position, a pivotable mounting plate pivotally attached to the trolley assembly, the pivotable mounting plate being adapted to rotate from a first lower position to a second, higher position about a center of rotation, and a generally vertically oriented spring adapted to prevent vertical movement of the pivotable mounting plate from the first position to the second position. | 07-18-2013 |
20140024480 | Athletic Training Apparatus and Method - An apparatus for training an athlete. The apparatus comprises an arm frame having a first and second end, wherein the first end contains a wheel unit and the second end contains an engaging pad member, and a support frame attached to the arm frame. The support frame has an upper lateral member in axial alignment with the wheel unit and a leg member, wherein the leg member contains a distal end that is attached to the arm frame and a proximal end that engages the ground. A horn is included on the lateral member and is adapted to receive a weight. | 01-23-2014 |
20140315665 | Mobile Football Blocking Trainer - A mobile blocking trainer allows offensive football players to practice blocking a defender by moving the blocking trainer in the in the manner required to properly execute different blocks. The mobile blocking trainer includes a strike area intended to simulate an opponent's shoulder area, the target for a proper block. A fabric jersey may be added to this strike area. A wider base is mounted on wheels permitting movement in any direction. Weights are added for resistance, and the weights may be shifted to simulate different types of resistance exerted by an opponent. A flap may be attached to and detachable from the base so that proper footwork can be developed. | 10-23-2014 |
20150111670 | FOOTBALL TRAINING SLED AND DEVICE - A training system and method for a football blocking sled having a plurality of vertically extending, laterally spaced apart pads supported on a base. At least one sensor is provided for each pad and a communications link is provided from each sensor to a control and display device. A player is positioned in front of each pad, and a common start signal is generated, prompting the players to simultaneously contact the respective pads. The sensors measure the elapsed time between the prompt signal and the respective contacts. The device displays a figure of merit commensurate with the measured elapsed times, indicating deviation from simultaneous contact. In a preferred embodiment, differences of impact force and blocking power among players can also be displayed. | 04-23-2015 |