| Class / Patent application number | Description | Number of patent applications / Date published |
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| 473458000 | Player worn or carried | 24 |
| 20090253538 | Baseball/Softball Batting Glove Training Aid Utilizing Magnets for Correct Knuckle Alignment - A pair of interlocking batting gloves which may be worn by a batter during practice and during play to improve the batter's grip on the bat. A first of the two gloves in which each glove has a disc magnet attached to the outer peripheral edge of the index finger and a second of the two gloves has a polar opposite magnet attached to the outer peripheral edge of the little finger. The magnets thus positioned connect and lock together providing the proper grip for the batter, aligning the middle knuckles of the left and right hands. The attractive magnetic force will connect the gloves when the magnets overlap their magnetic fields, thus eliminating the need for the batter to have previous knowledge of how to grip the bat correctly. The magnetic connection draws the left and right hand together aligning the middle knuckles of the left and right hand forming proper grip for swinging a bat. The physical connection of the magnets provides an audible “click” to provide auditory feedback, in addition to physical feedback, to the batter to reinforce correct training. | 10-08-2009 |
| 20090305827 | SPORTS THROWING TRAINING DEVICE - A sports training device is worn by the trainee for developing skill and minimizing risk of injury in pitching, passing, swinging, kicking, and other such sports-related body movements. An illustrative embodiment includes an anchor member adapted for wear on the torso of a trainee, a first tension device coupled between a trainee's arm and the anchor member, and a second tension device coupled between a trainee's leg and the anchor member. The first tension device may include a bendable rod and elastic cord, the bendable rod selectively rotatable to adjust the rod and cord relative to a trainee's shoulder. | 12-10-2009 |
| 20100048332 | Baseball and softball training device for improving batting skills - It is accordingly an object of the present invention to enable athletes, mainly baseball and softball players, to learn and practice the proper swing position and develop muscle memory for easy repetition of that position. The invention is of particular utility for indicating to the athlete whether or not each individual practice swing is correct and how to correct and further prevent any errors in form, barring of the lead arm or improper, premature extension of the lead arm or casting, for example. The present invention may be portable and may be used simultaneously with multiple components. The present invention may also comprise a lanyard to enable the user to efficiently practice multiple swings without having to retrieve the training device. The training device comprises one main component and thus avoids complexity and safety issues inherent in the related art. The training device is of shape and comfort to meet the versatile needs of athletes regardless of age or body type. The invention is of particular utility for enabling athletes, in field of softball and baseball for example, to develop proper arm, hands and torso positions in order to hit more accurately and with more power. | 02-25-2010 |
| 20100151974 | Hand accessory - A hand accessory designed to harness power from strong areas of the hand and channel stress away from weaker areas by means of anchors pressing into tough fleshy areas with connecting structure capable of leveraging a handle away from sensitive bony areas, relocating fleshy areas into supporting and insulating positions, preventing bone bruises and widening the effective grip of the hand for greater control while augmenting the hand's range of motion especially in swinging a baseball bat. | 06-17-2010 |
| 20110039640 | Batting training apparatus - A batting training system utilizes an adjustable belt which is worn around the waist of a batter. One end of a tether line is connected to the belt and the other end to a hook which is configured to be attached to a fixed structure such as a fence. Releasable connectors which use Velcro® or its equivalent, are located between the ends of the tether. With the belt around the batter's waist and the tether extended from the belt to the fixed structure, the batter takes his stance, awaiting the pitched ball. If the batter takes a proper swing, i.e. he properly shifts his weight, the tether will remain attached between the batter and the fixed structure. If the batter improperly moves his body forward before swinging or shifts his weight forward during the swing, the connectors will detach, allowing the tether to fall to the ground. This provides immediate feedback to the batter, who can then reattach the connectors and continue to practice swinging correctly. | 02-17-2011 |
| 20110111890 | SPORTS THROWING TRAINING DEVICE - A sports training device is worn by the trainee for developing skill and minimizing risk of injury in pitching, passing, swinging, kicking, and other such sports-related body movements. An illustrative embodiment includes an anchor member adapted for wear on the torso of a trainee, and elongate member coupled between the anchor member and a forearm or thigh of the trainee, the elongate member being resiliently bendable along its length, inelastic relative to its longitudinal axis, and freely movable relative to the anchor member upon movement of the trainee's arm or leg. | 05-12-2011 |
| 20110172036 | BASEBALL/SOFTBALL TRAINING POUCH - A baseball/softball training pouch is a training device for perfecting the mechanics and kinetics needed for effective pitching and throwing of a baseball or softball. The training device is adapted to be worn on the wrist of the throwing hand of a user. Fabricated from an elastic material, the device is configured as a pouch having an open end and a closed end. An observation member is provided to allow a user or coach to view the inside of the pouch during a practice session to analyze the user's gripping and finger placement techniques. | 07-14-2011 |
| 20110190082 | ATHLETIC TRAINING DEVICE FOR THROWING A BALL - An apparatus and method for conditioning a user properly throw a ball are provided. The apparatus is a body of resilient material of a size suitable to be worn on a hand of an individual. The body is has a first opening and a second opening through a thickness of the body. The user wears the apparatus by placing a first finger of a hand of the user through the first opening and a second finger of the hand through the second opening. Thereafter, the user moves an arm of the hand through a throwing motion. | 08-04-2011 |
| 20120010029 | BASEBALL TRAINING APPARATUS - A baseball training apparatus includes a bat mounting portion mountable on a barrel of a baseball bat, and a glove mounting portion attachable to a baseball glove. The glove mounting portion is connected to the bat mounting portion. The bat mounting portion may include an elongated, flexible, mounting strap including a hook-and-loop fastener. The glove mounting portion may include at least one elongated, flexible connector strap extending outwardly from opposite edges of the mounting strap and including a hook-and-loop fastener. The baseball training apparatus mounts the baseball glove on the baseball bat. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120309567 | Throwing training device - Disclosed herein is a throwing trainer comprising first and second bands configured to be removably attached to right and left forearms of a user, and an elongated, flexible, adjustable-length connector mounted to the first and second bands, the length of the connector being configured to limit the separation distance between the forearms of the user during wind-up for an overhand throw. A device assembly including a measuring tool and a method of practicing throwing also are disclosed. | 12-06-2012 |
| 20120322588 | METHOD AND SYSTEM OF ENHANCING GANGLION CELL FUNCTION TO IMPROVE PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE - A method and a system of enhancing ganglion cell function using a gaming environment corresponding to a physical activity. The method and system may be used to implement one or more processes to improve a person's visual processing profile. In particular, the method and system may be used to improve a player's skill in the corresponding physical activity. | 12-20-2012 |
| 20130143695 | TRAINING DEVICE AND PIVOTAL SWING METHOD FOR IMPROVING ACCURACY OF HITTING A BALL WITH A BAT - A training method for measuring detrimental movements to more accurately deliver a bat to a ball, including positioning a stiff and straight leading or front leg at the start of and during the process until after contact with the ball, pointing and planting the leading or front foot at least partially in the direction from which the ball is traveling, positioning the hands and the bat such that the distal end of the bat is below the shoulders and the bat is held substantially parallel to the ground at the start of the process, delivering the bat directly forward in the same plane as the ball is traveling, and utilizing pivoting of the torso and hips about an axis to deliver the bat to a ball with little or no forward or lateral movement of the body. | 06-06-2013 |
| 20130196796 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING BASEBALL BAT SWING - Systems and methods for controlling a baseball bat swing are disclosed. A system in accordance with a particular embodiment includes an upper arm portion, a lower arm portion, a light source, and a pinch gear. The upper arm portion can be pivotably connected to the lower arm portion and a pinch gear can adjust an angle between the upper arm portion and the lower arm portion. A mounting device can releasably secure the upper arm portion to a user's arm. The system can be employed to train the user to achieve a consistent baseball bat swing. | 08-01-2013 |
| 20130203528 | BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL FIELDING AID - A fielding aid for a baseball or softball glove having an insert composed of a vibration dampening material for slowing or impeding the movement of a ball; the insert having an interior portion and exterior portion. In certain aspects, the interior portion has a convex shape that aids in fielding balls. | 08-08-2013 |
| 20130210559 | SYSTEMS AND DEVICES FOR IMPROVING CATCHING SKILLS - In one embodiment, the first blocking mechanics training system is configured to be worn by a user to develop blocking skills and counter a tendency toward improperly upwardly lifting the chin resulting in a potentially dangerous injury. In one embodiment, the first blocking mechanics training system includes a helmet and a resistance band configured to operatively connect to the helmet and the user. In one embodiment, the second blocking mechanics training system is configured to be worn by a user to develop blocking skills and counter a tendency toward improperly upwardly lifting the throwing hand resulting in a potentially dangerous injury. In one embodiment, the second blocking mechanics training system includes a mitt and a strap having a loop member configured to engage with the user's wrist. | 08-15-2013 |
| 20130225336 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TEACHING THE THROWING OF A CURVEBALL WITHOUT INJURY - Training devices of the present disclosure may be mounted to a user's hand, wrist and/or forearm, and be used to prevent or substantially restrict motion of the hand or wrist in one or more defined degrees or ranges. The devices may include planar elements that may be joined with a linkage that permits the movement or rotation of the hand and/or wrist within the one or more defined degrees or ranges. The devices may further be strapped, attached or otherwise mounted to a user's hand, wrist and/or forearm using one or more straps or like features. In a preferred embodiment, the training device may be worn by a baseball pitcher, and used to physically guide the pitcher through the proper motion for throwing a curveball. | 08-29-2013 |
| 20130244815 | Pitching Training Device - A pitching training device includes a connecting element and a pocket. The connecting element alternatively attached to the wrist of a throwing hand of a thrower. The pocket includes open and closed ends disposed at two opposite ends thereof. The open end of the pocket is connected with the connecting element and allowing the throwing hand and a ball gripped in the palm of the throwing hand into the pocket. The closed end of the pocket limits the thrown ball that cannot move to outside of the pocket. | 09-19-2013 |
| 20130324331 | Rotational Mechanics Swing Aid Device - A batting swing aid for batting practice is provided having an arm encircling strap engaged to a planar base. The base is held against the torso of a user and provides a mount for the strap to hold an encircled arm of the user adjacent to the user's torso during a swing of the bat. The attachment of the base to the strap may be elastic to allow for movement of the arm away from the torso during a swing, or may be detachable and make an audible noise to signal deviation from optimal body positioning during a swing. | 12-05-2013 |
| 20140057743 | Cuff-Based Athletic Training Device - An athletic training device for enabling and teaching proper athletic movements while executing various athletic exercises. Particularly, the present disclosure relates to an athletic training device that enhances neuromuscular control in connection with keeping an athlete's hands close to each other, and also close to his/her torso by providing a restricted range of motion while being easily wearable and removable. Generally, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to adjustable, comfortable, cuff-based training devices that securely encircle a user's wrists with cuff-based members flexibly bound together for use in connection with swing-based movements. A central connecting sub-section typically comprises attachments, which affix a resilient, flexible medium to either of the cuff-based members providing a limited-but not unduly rigid-range of motion during utilization. Moreover, the cuff-based training device provides rigidity while contorting as the wearer performs various athletic actions confirming correct and proper techniques. | 02-27-2014 |
| 20150018132 | Training Device - The invention involves a device and method for training individuals a proper striking and throwing technique, through simulation, to increase the accuracy and consistency of strikes and pitches, as well as to strengthen muscles through resistance training in order to increase stamina and to reduce muscle fatigue and risk of injury. The system includes a sphere in the form of a game ball secured to each distal end of a resilient member so that a trainee may grip one of the spheres or handle in a desired manner to utilize his/her grip and snap the wrist in a desired manner work the forearm and hand muscles associated with a proper release of the ball for a desired pitch or proper strike of the game object. The dynamic action provided by the resilient member provides strengthening and muscle memory which can be repeated in a game situation. | 01-15-2015 |
| 20150343287 | Throwing Sleeve with Visual Bio-Feedback - A throwing sleeve with visual biofeedback may be provided. Embodiments of the present disclosure may be comprised of a sleeve. The sleeve may be comprised of a plurality of segments forming a single, internal passageway with at least one opening. A first opening may be configured to receive an object (e.g., baseball or softball) into the internal passageway of the sleeve. A second opening may be configured to receive a user's hand. Embodiments may further comprise a means for securing the user's hand within the internal passageway of the sleeve. Still further, embodiments may comprise at least one stripe running parallel to an edge of each of the plurality of segments. | 12-03-2015 |
| 20160030822 | ATHLETIC TRAINING TOOL - An athletic training tool that improves swinging performance by helping players maintain proper form. The tool discourages the user from raising their shoulders. The tool provides a comfortable, sanitary, and performance enhancing bite piece directly attached to the users' shirt/apparel. | 02-04-2016 |
| 20160082337 | DEVICES TO IMPROVE SWING TECHNIQUE, AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - Described herein are devices that can be used to improve swing technique and methods of using the same. The devices provide alerts indicating a trainee's use of proper and/or improper technique during a swing either in real-time or after a delay, thereby improving the trainee's swing technique, including body positioning. Exemplary uses include improving swing technique in baseball, golf, and similar sports or activities. | 03-24-2016 |
| 20160193516 | Sports Training Device | 07-07-2016 |
