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20080207361 | SOCCER GOAL RETAINER - A Soccer Goal Retainer including an enclosure buried in the ground. A bar is mounted in the enclosure and rotates about its longitudinal axis. The bar is located toward the front wall and base of the enclosure. A clamp plate is mounted on the bar by hand bolts which engage threaded openings on the bar. The clamp plate includes a lower member which is secured to the bar. A vertical member extends at right angles from the lower member and an upper member extends from the vertical member generally at right angles remote from the lower member and away from the lower member. A lip extends generally at right angles from the upper member remote from the vertical member toward the lower member. With the vertical member generally positioned vertically, the lip, the upper member and vertical member are placed over the rear rail of a soccer goal and the clamp plate is secured to the bar. The clamp plate is released from the rear rail by loosening the clamp plate from the bar. The clamp plate and the bar are then rotated in a forward manner and downwardly into the enclosure. A cover is placed over the enclosure both when the clamp plate is in use and when it is being stored. | 08-28-2008 |
20090023523 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR COLLECTING PROJECTILE GAME PIECES - A projectile sports game piece collector provides for receipt of game pieces into a housing through an inlet aperture and an inclined conduit leading to a game piece repository. A compliant impact surface dissipates the kinetic energy of received game pieces before receipt into the repository. | 01-22-2009 |
20090029807 | Soccer goal with sunshade - A temporary sunshade for a soccer goal which has a net and a goal frame for supporting the net in an outstretched configuration, the outstretched net having contiguous generally planar net surfaces including a horizontal top panel, upright end panels, and a sloping back panel. The sunshade preferably includes a removable flexible sunscreen connectable atop preferably all of the outstretched net as a sunshade for players during periods of soccer play inactivity. The sunscreen includes an airflow opening in a back panel thereof which permits moving air to flow there through for cooling players within the goal space of the soccer goal while remaining shaded. In one aspect, the opening may be an elongated slit formed along a substantial length of the back panel of said sunscreen. In another aspect, the opening may be a plurality of spaced U-shaped cuts through the back panel of the sunscreen each defining a flap movable by air movement thereagainst which produces an opening to permit air to flow there through. | 01-29-2009 |
20090124435 | Soccer Goal With Improved Stability - The invention is directed to a soccer goal having improved stability. | 05-14-2009 |
20090163304 | Inflatable Sports Goal - A sports goal comprises a plurality of struts interconnected to form nodes, with netting optionally attached thereto. The struts comprise: one or more struts defining a crossbar; two or more struts defining respective goal posts; a plurality of ground struts adapted to lie along the ground to define the bottoms of respective left and right sides and a rear of the goal; bracing struts interconnecting ground struts with the nodes at which crossbar struts and goal post struts are connected to form a corner of the goal; and struts defining one or more bracing structures interconnecting ground struts defining the rear of the goal with the crossbar at one or more points intermediate the length of the crossbar. The struts are formed of a tubular material adapted to be pneumatically filled from a pneumatic pump via one or more valves provided in the struts or in means connecting respective struts at the nodes. | 06-25-2009 |
20090197709 | SOCCER GOAL RETAINER - A Soccer Goal Retainer including an enclosure buried in the ground. A bar is mounted in the enclosure and rotates about its longitudinal axis. The bar is located toward the front wall and base of the enclosure. A clamp plate is mounted on the bar by hand bolts which engage threaded openings on the bar. The clamp plate includes a lower member which is secured to the bar. A vertical member extends at right angles from the lower member and an upper member extends from the vertical member generally at right angles remote from the lower member and away from the lower member. A lip extends generally at right angles from the upper member remote from the vertical member toward the lower member. With the vertical member generally positioned vertically, the lip, the upper member and vertical member are placed over the rear rail of a soccer goal and the clamp plate is secured to the bar. The clamp plate is released from the rear rail by loosening the clamp plate from the bar. The clamp plate and the bar are then rotated in a forward manner and downwardly into the enclosure. A cover is placed over the enclosure both when the clamp plate is in use and when it is being stored. | 08-06-2009 |
20090258735 | Collapsible Sports Goal - Disclosed is a sports goal which telescopically collapses or expands in the vertical, horizontal, or longitudinal planes. Telescopic manipulation is facilitated via bearing systems on all telescoping components. | 10-15-2009 |
20100022333 | Rebounding soccer practice net - The Present invention is a portable apparatus for use in practice drills and educational settings which returns soccer balls to a kicker in a controlled manner. The invention utilizes an upwardly inclined net which directs a ball upwards into an energy absorbing pocket rather than immediately rebounding the ball back to the kicker. The pocket then absorbs the energy of the ball and then sends the ball back down to the kicker in a controlled manner. The goal of the invention is to increase the user's accuracy and to allow for increased amounts of kicks as the controlled return allows for less reset time between kicks. | 01-28-2010 |
20100179006 | Anti-Injury Sports Goals With Standardized Rebound - This invention concerns a goal as used in installations intended for predetermined sports, such as soccer, seven-a-side football, five-a-side football, handball or other similar sports, wherein the goals are generally formed by two vertical side posts and upper horizontal crossbar; said goals have been designed in such a way as to safeguard the physical integrity and protection of sports persons from possible injuries, while at the same time ensuring generation of a standardized rebound. Both the side posts and the crossbar of the goal comprise a rigid core of metal, wood or similar, of variable configuration in transverse cross-section, surrounded by a spongy cellular covering based on epdm, and the latter covered in turn by an external layer of polyethylene coated with polyurethane paint. | 07-15-2010 |
20100184538 | Soccer goal - A game goal according to the invention, such as a soccer goal, collapses both vertically and laterally. The goal includes joints and brackets which facilitate the collapse of the goal such that the during vertical collapse, the forward uprights of the goal fold below the goal's lower rear support members, enhancing the goals transportability. The goal includes stabilizing arms and corresponding receptacles to stabilize the goal in the collapsed position. The goal also has a resistive element which prevents the goal from collapsing too quickly. The goal further incorporates a rotating joint in a top corner bracket which provides an interference fit with a slot in the top corner bracket and a notch in the upright, thereby providing stability when the goal is in the upright or open position for use. Lateral stability of the goal under the weight of a net is enhanced by angle brackets at the ground level of the goal. The angle brackets pivotally connect to the lower crossbar, which folds at its center to facilitate lateral collapse of the goal. The upper crossbar also folds at its center and is attached to the upper corner brackets, which have a pivoting connection to the uprights to facilitate lateral collapse. | 07-22-2010 |
20100304902 | Goal Apparatus - A portable sports goal comprising a frame, a first pliable goalpost member, a second pliable goalpost member and a pliable crossbar member. The frame presents net connection points and is configured to support each of the pliable goal members in tension between two net connection points such that the goal apparatus presents a substantially rectangular goal mouth. A frame for use in the goal apparatus. A net for use in the goal apparatus comprising first, second and third edges, and a first pliable goalpost member, a second pliable goalpost member and a pliable crossbar member extending along the first, second and third edge respectively. A method of providing a goal. A portable football goal. | 12-02-2010 |
20100317467 | GOAL FOR BALL GAMES | 12-16-2010 |
20110015004 | SPORTS GOAL - An exemplary sports goal includes two goalposts and a crossbar extending between upper portions of the two goalposts to define an opening. At least one of the crossbar and the two goalposts, and possibly each of the crossbar and the goalposts, has a facet that is oriented partially towards the opening. This promotes deflection of scoring objects through the opening. Scoring opportunities may be enhanced as a result. An alternative exemplary sports goal includes a crossbar and two uprights extending upwardly from ends of the crossbar to define a scoring area above the crossbar and between the uprights. At least one of the crossbar and the two uprights has a facet that is oriented partially towards the scoring area. | 01-20-2011 |
20110086733 | SPORTS TARGET DEVICE AND METHOD - An interactive sports target device is designed specifically to be suspended on the inside of a net attached to a goal. The target device emits an audible signal when impacted by a projectile such as a ball, puck or the like. The target device is light in weight to avoid deforming the net and can be easily attached or detached to the net in less than 30 seconds. The target device is reversible and can include both a front and rear with contrasting colors or designs. Both mechanical and electronic target devices are shown which provide a loud audible sound when struck by a projectile. Advanced electronic versions contain a programmable processor. | 04-14-2011 |
20110092321 | Pop-up SportsTraining Assemblies & Related Devices and Methods - Portable sports training assembly frames and sports training assemblies and goals, and particularly arched portable traps and goals which can be erected easily, for example, via self-erecting components, are provided. Arched assemblies, traps and goals of the invention include highly visible, and removable, halo and apron components, and effectively trap or stop sports-playing objects such as golf balls, hockey pucks, lacrosse balls, softballs, baseballs, footballs and soccer balls. The invention relates also to frames which can be provided in easily erectable or self-erecting embodiments, and which are useful not only as sports training assemblies, traps or goals but also for displaying signage, and particularly for displaying temporary or emergency signage. Frames and netting elements of the invention can be provided in one or more high-visibility materials and colors. | 04-21-2011 |
20110098139 | SOCCER GOAL SECURING APPARATUS AND METHOD - Embodiments of the invention provide an apparatus for securing a movable soccer goal to a playing surface. When in use, the apparatus functions to prevent the soccer goal from being moved, thereby, making it considerably safer and more sturdy than an unsecured soccer goal. | 04-28-2011 |
20110098140 | GOAL ANCHORING APPARATUS AND METHOD - Embodiments of the present invention relate to apparatuses and methods for releasably securing a structural member of a movable goal, such as a soccer goal, to a surface, such as the ground. For example, in one embodiment, an apparatus is provided comprising: (1) an enclosure structured to be placed at least substantially below the surface, the enclosure defining a cavity; (2) a goal engaging member movable relative to the surface and structured to engage the structural member of the movable goal; and (3) a tightening mechanism mounted within the enclosure and operatively connected to the goal engaging member, the tightening mechanism being structured to urge the goal engaging member toward the tightening mechanism so that the goal engaging member releasably secures a portion of the structural member of the movable goal. | 04-28-2011 |
20110105253 | GOAL DEVICE FOR TEAM GAMES - A construction for a goal for a team game, especially a soccer goal, and more particularly a mini goal for soccer and football training, wherein the construction comprises two vertical pole elements connected to a completely or partially hollow cross bar element through two corner joints, said corner joints being able to be placed inside the at least partially hollow horizontal cross bar element, and said corner joints being hinged for leading the vertical pole axis to a position wherein the pole elements of the vertical pole elements mainly coincide with the pipe axis of the at least partially hollow horizontal cross bar element, and wherein the vertical pole elements may be passed substantially completely inside the at least partially hollow horizontal cross bar element. Such a construction may be compacted into an easily transportable form of said goal. | 05-05-2011 |
20110136597 | INFLATABLE GAME STRUCTURE - A game apparatus including at least one rebound surface upon which a player can jump, flexible material extending substantially vertically up from the at least one rebound surface dividing the at least one rebound surface into at least two individual play areas having the at least one rebound surface as a floor, an opening between the play areas a preset distance above the rebound surface to allow a play object to move between play areas includes an inflatable flexible material mounting frame supporting the flexible material. An inflatable rebound surface mounting frame can also be provided for supporting the rebound surface. | 06-09-2011 |
20110165973 | HOCKEY NET CARRIER APPARATUS - A sports net carrier apparatus that includes a carrier having a vertical frame supported by at least two wheels, and a hook member connected to the vertical frame at a substantially top section of the vertical frame. The hook member rotatably engages with a horizontal top portion of a sports goal to connect the vertical frame of the carrier to permit a movement of the sports goal by moving the carrier via the at least two wheels. The hook member includes a curved portion for engaging the top portion of the sports goal. The hook member can be locked to the vertical frame of the carrier by a cross bar connected to the vertical frame at the substantially top section of the vertical frame. | 07-07-2011 |
20110201460 | Net frame assembly and anti-rebound system - A lightweight sports net frame assembly and anti-rebound system allowing straightforward assembly, enhanced rigidity, expedited replacement of the net and ease in retrieval of objects from the net frame assembly during usage of said assembly. The net frame assembly comprises substantially cylindrical cavities that allow for cables, rods or other tethering means to pass through said cavities and in turn securely fasten within the side frame members. The joints of the frame are comprised of various interlocking pieces, which provide a smooth outer surface at the joints, reinforce the rigidity of the frame and diminish rotational moments on individual segments. A frame stability system is incorporated. | 08-18-2011 |
20110275461 | System and Method for a Removable Wheel Device. - A removable wheel device which slides onto the base of a sports field goal. The wheel device allows one person to move a goal across a field without using excessive force by sliding one wheel device onto the base of each goalpost and using leverage to tilt the goal and push or pull it for a distance. When inserted onto the base of the goal, the wheel device does not require any type of fastening to remain in place, but rather uses its own unique shape to hold onto the goal. In one embodiment the removable wheel device comprises a wheel, a bracket, and a U-shaped sleeve which may slide onto the base of a lacrosse goalpost. | 11-10-2011 |
20110287872 | Detachable sports goal net device and system - A sports goal net system including a removable net component that may be installed and removed quickly and easily by one person from the goal structure or frame as desired, where netting is provided with an attachment component having a zipper that facilitates the connection of the removable net component to a goal structure, such as the frame or posts of a sports goal, the net component being attachable by moving the slider of a zipper along the edge of the attachment component to secure the attachment component to itself so that the attachment component surrounds the goal structure to secure the net assembly to the goal. | 11-24-2011 |
20120035005 | SPORTS GOAL - An exemplary sports goal includes two goalposts and a crossbar extending between upper portions of the two goalposts to define an opening. At least one of the crossbar and the two goalposts, and possibly each of the crossbar and the goalposts, has a facet that is oriented partially towards the opening. This promotes deflection of scoring objects through the opening. Scoring opportunities may be enhanced as a result. An alternative exemplary sports goal includes a crossbar and two uprights extending upwardly from ends of the crossbar to define a scoring area above the crossbar and between the uprights. At least one of the crossbar and the two uprights has a facet that is oriented partially towards the scoring area. | 02-09-2012 |
20120040783 | AUTOMATIC DETERMINATION OF THE POSITION OF AN OBJECT - The disclosure relates to a method for analysis of magnetic fields or signals used for the determination of the position of an object, wherein two temporally to each other shifted magnetic signals or fields are generated by two conductors arranged at least in part or completely separated from each other. The magnetic fields generated by the conductors are consecutively being captured by at least one and preferably three sensors arranged orthogonally to each other and determining from the captured signals information for determining the position of the object carrying the sensors relative to the conductors. | 02-16-2012 |
20120065005 | Advertising device for sports goals - An advertising or other display device for sports goals designed to place advertising or other displays on the field remote from the scene of action, visible to spectators and television broadcasts of sporting events. The advertising or other display device comprises a transparent element, supports for supporting the transparent element and opaque, semitransparent or translucent areas on the transparent element for forming a design, sign or logo. The opaque, semitransparent or translucent areas have the same or similar color as the color of the net of the goal to create an optical effect that the opaque, semitransparent or translucent areas are incorporated into the net of the goal, from various points of view. | 03-15-2012 |
20120077629 | Collapsible, Portable Sport Goal - This disclosure primarily concerns sports goals. In an aspect, some of these sports goals are collapsible and/or portable. In some novel configurations, a sports goal might be collapsible into an easily carried configuration without any need to remove the net of the goal. In another configuration, a sports goal might have members that attach using a novel attachment mechanism that requires much less effort and frustration than conventional attachments. In yet another configuration, a sports goal might have a net that is secured to the goal frame with a novel reinforcement system that prevents the net from tearing away from the goal frame when struck with a high-velocity ball or puck. | 03-29-2012 |
20120165139 | FOLDING SPORTS GOAL FOR SOCCER AND THE LIKE - A folding sports goal includes a U-shaped front frame which defines the goal opening, a U-shaped base frame with legs pivotally connected with the uprights in the front frame, and a pair of C-shaped side frames with opposite ends pivotally connected with the uprights of the front frame. The erected goal is shifted to a folded storage position by pivoting the side frames inwardly against the front frame, and then folding the base frame upwardly against the side frames and engaging locks which positively retain the goal in a folded storage position. | 06-28-2012 |
20120178555 | Soccer goal that is movable and has improved assembly features - A movable soccer goal device and, more particularly, a movable goal assembly of tubular construction that presents an upright and inverted U-shaped opening to serve as the goal when assembled for the playing field. This has much improved net retention, safety anchors and counter-balanced design to reduce tip-overs, and a one piece front face to eliminate fasteners and potential injury. It is comprised of a front tubular face and has features to connect with the other assembly parts; two side tube assemblies; a soccer net with special retention features; anchoring; and a rear weighted bar with features to attach to the side tube assembles and the net. The goal device has unique features to improve the functionality of attaching the net as well as safety features for the tubing systems construction and anti-tipping features. | 07-12-2012 |
20120184399 | Collapsible Structures and Joints for Collapsible Structures - Collapsible structures, joint assemblies for collapsible structures and methods of collapsing and assembling structures are provided. The collapsible structures can be sporting goals for a variety of sports, including soccer, futsal, hockey, street hockey, field hockey, and lacrosse. Collapsible structures according to the present invention can be temporary or long-term housing structures, tents, scaffolding, or any other structure where a collapsible feature is desirable. The joint assemblies include a mating member and a receiving member. The socket section has an internal surface and includes a longitudinal slot. The joint assembly also includes a flexible member coupled to the receiving member and to the first end of the mating member. The first end of the tip section has a non-circular cross-section that provides at least two points of contact with the internal surface of the socket section when the tip section is positioned within the lumen of the socket section. The joint assemblies include a slider that has an internal diameter that varies along the length of the slider. | 07-19-2012 |
20120184400 | PORTABLE GOAL ASSEMBLY - A goal assembly includes a base frame and a main frame. The base frame includes a first side rail, a second side rail and a cross-member that is engaged to the first and second side rails. The main frame includes a first side leg engaged to the first side rail, a second side leg engaged to the second side rail, and a cross-bar engaged to the first and second side legs. A first wheel assembly is engaged to the first side rail. The first wheel assembly includes a wheel that rotates about a rotation axis of the first wheel assembly. A second wheel assembly is engaged to the first side rail. The second wheel assembly includes a wheel that rotates about a rotation axis of the second wheel assembly. The rotation axes of the first and second wheel assemblies are generally parallel to the first side rail. | 07-19-2012 |
20120252606 | Sporting Goal Transport System - A sport goal movement system that includes drive and control systems. The drive system preferably includes a motor that selectively drives one of a wheel or a track. The drive system can be integrated with and/or permanently or removably secured to the sport goal assembly. Operation of the drive system effectuates single user unassisted and possibly remote translation of the sport goal assembly relative to a ground surface. | 10-04-2012 |
20120289365 | Goal Post Retention System and Synthetic Ice Surface - The invention discloses a goal post retention system comprising a playing surface with a top face, a bottom face and a thickness, a ferromagnetic goal post and a magnet having a top face and a bottom face, the top face of the magnet being positioned adjacent to the bottom face of the playing surface, with the magnet magnetically attracting the ferromagnetic goal post and thereby preventing the ferromagnetic goal post from becoming dislodged without application of sufficient force. | 11-15-2012 |
20120295741 | Hockey Net Attachment Mechanism - A hockey goal frame and a hockey goal frame with a mesh net assembly are disclosed. The hockey goal frame includes two vertical posts joined by a crossbar that defines a forward frame. The forward frame is supported by a lower supporting member. The forward frame and lower supporting member have attachments wires for accepting an attachment tab from a mesh net in order to attach the mesh net to the frame. The attachment tabs have two complimentary hook-and-loop fasteners that are coupled to surround the attachment tab around the attachment wires. | 11-22-2012 |
20120309568 | GOAL APPARATUS - Goal apparatus comprising a frame, a first pliable goalpost member, a second pliable goalpost member and a pliable crossbar member. The frame presents net connection points and is configured to support each of the pliable goal members in tension between two net connection points such that the goal apparatus presents a substantially rectangular goal mouth. A frame for use in the goal apparatus. A net for use in the goal apparatus comprising first, second and third edges, and a first pliable goalpost member, a second pliable goalpost member and a pliable crossbar member extending along the first, second and third edge respectively. | 12-06-2012 |
20130143696 | LACROSSE GOAL EXTENSION NET - An extension net for providing a backstop for a standard or specially modified lacrosse goal. The extension net includes one or more frame portions that are secured to the lacrosse goal and are rotatable so as to vary an angle between an end portion of the extension net and the lacrosse goal. The extension net can be sized so as to mark an outer boundary of a regulation lacrosse crease. A convertible goal that has both lacrosse and hockey goal modes and that can support an extension net in one or both of the modes. | 06-06-2013 |
20130157790 | SOCCER GOAL - A sport goal particularly a soccer goal is provided. The soccer goal includes a pair of uprights for disposition in an opening in a ground surface such as a gymnasium floor. Each upright includes a backstay. A crossbar is disposed between the uprights to form a generally rectangular opening between the uprights, crossbar and ground surface. A net is retained on the uprights and crossbar and is supported by the backstays. A weighted portion is connected to the net at the bottom thereof. | 06-20-2013 |
20130190109 | Net Frame Assembly and Anti-Rebound System - A lightweight sports net frame assembly and anti-rebound system allowing straightforward assembly, enhanced rigidity, expedited replacement of the net and ease in retrieval of objects from the net frame assembly during usage of said assembly. The net frame assembly comprises substantially cylindrical cavities that allow for cables, rods or other tethering means to pass through said cavities and in turn securely fasten within the side frame members. The joints of the frame are comprised of various interlocking pieces, which provide smooth outer surface at the joints, reinforce the rigidity of the frame and diminish rotational moments on individual segments. A frame stability system is incorporated. | 07-25-2013 |
20130217522 | TEMPORARY SUPPORT - Equipment is temporarily supported above the ground by a self-supporting, readily erectable and transportable mast. The mast comprises a pneumatically inflatable elongate tube having a first end to which the equipment is coupled and a second end coupled to a ground support tripod. The mast is provided with bracing structure adapted to brace the tube when inflated and including respective flexible members extending from each tripod leg to the first end of the tube. | 08-22-2013 |
20130252767 | TABLETOP GAME - The invention relates to table or floor games based on throwing a ball into the game field, and can be used in organizing leisure and entertainment for both children and adults. The game comprises a game field with a plurality of holes and at least one movable trap for the ball outside the game field. The trap for the ball may be fixed to a rod, which is slidably mounted on a bar, said bar being attached to the sidewall, which limits the game field. The trap for the ball may be fixed to a rod, which is mounted on a movable platform. | 09-26-2013 |
20130260925 | Folding Sport Net with Ball Return System - A portable and easily foldable sport net | 10-03-2013 |
20130303313 | Compact Folding Sports Goal - A collapsible sports goal that can be selectively configured between an erect configuration and a folded configuration. The sports goal has six frame elements. Each of the frame elements has two opposite ends. Each end of the frame elements connects to the end of another frame element using six connector joint assemblies. Each of the joint assemblies receives and interconnects a different two of the six frame elements. Each of the connector joint assemblies contains a hinge joint that enables the frame elements connected to each of the six joint assemblies to rotate about said hinge joint between a parallel configuration to a perpendicular configuration. When all of the connector joint assemblies are in their perpendicular configuration, the sports goal is in its fully erect configuration. Conversely, when all of the connector joint assemblies are in their parallel configuration, the sports goal is in its fully folded configuration. | 11-14-2013 |
20130316857 | ACTIVITY SYSTEM AND METHOD - An activity system which includes a play area and at least one wall, which defines two opposed play surfaces on opposite sides of the wall. Each play surface is capable of facilitating an activity. At least one aperture is formed in the at least one wall, which allows users of the activity system to complete an objective of an activity facilitated by the activity system. | 11-28-2013 |
20140038753 | GOAL APPARATUS - Goal apparatus comprising a frame, a first pliable goalpost member, a second pliable goalpost member and a pliable crossbar member. The frame presents net connection points and is configured to support each of the pliable goal members in tension between two net connection points such that the goal apparatus presents a substantially rectangular goal mouth. A frame for use in the goal apparatus. A net for use in the goal apparatus comprising first, second and third edges, and a first pliable goalpost member, a second pliable goalpost member and a pliable crossbar member extending along the first, second and third edge respectively. | 02-06-2014 |
20140051532 | PORTABLE COLLAPSIBLE SPORTS GOAL AND CARRYING CASE - The present invention discloses a device, comprising a collapsible sports goal that is housed and anchored by a backpack. | 02-20-2014 |
20140135153 | Portable Support Structure for a Net to Use in Multi-Sports or Games - The present invention relates to a portable support structure with net useful for use in multiple sports or games. Embodiments of the invention allow installation in a safe and easy way that can be performed and used by children and/or adults. It also has a mechanism of rotation and lock to a more secure fit by providing safety and soundness. Inside the tubes that make up support is an elastic cord that gives greater security and fixity to the structure. | 05-15-2014 |
20140171233 | SWIFTLY-ASSEMBLING COLLAPSIBLE GOAL AND SWIFTLY-ASSEMBLING COLLAPSIBLE PORTABLE FRAME - A swiftly-assembling collapsible goal and a portable frame are provided. The goal includes a plurality of poles engaged together to form a frame of the goal. Engaged poles are associated with each other with a hinge disposed at a corner region therebetween. One of two engaged poles is provided with a tenon protruding from a first end thereof and the other pole of the two engaged poles is provided with a mortise slot at a second end of the other pole facing toward the first end. The tenon defines a wedge-shaped slot along an axis of the pole. An insert pin is engaged to the tenon with a wedge-shaped rib engaged in the wedge-shaped slot. The insert pin has two tabs laterally extending from two side surfaces thereof. The pole with mortise slot defines two slits in two sidewalls which define the mortise slot, for respectively receiving the two ribs therein. The tenon and the insert pin are received in the mortise slot. | 06-19-2014 |
20140274490 | MULTIFUNCTIONAL PLAY TENT - A play tent has a tent body, a roof, and a game device board. The tent body has a ball opening. The roof is connected with the tent body and has a ball end moveable relative to the tent body to correspond to the top of the tent body or the ball opening. The game device board is mounted on the tent body. When the ball end is moved to a position corresponding to the ball opening, a child can pitch a ball towards the game device board, and then the ball rolls to the ball opening, such that the child can pitch the ball again. When the ball end is moved to a position corresponding to the top of the tent body, the child can be engaged in other activities inside the tent body. Therefore, the play tent can provide multiple functions for use. | 09-18-2014 |
20150024877 | FOOTBALL GOAL - A flexible collapsible curtain for hanging up as a football pitch backstop characterised by a flap protruding from the plane of the curtain to define a goal having a goal mouth in the plane of the curtain, wherein, in use, the edges of the goal mouth are defined by tension in the curtain. | 01-22-2015 |
20150031480 | Ball Hurling Target Game and Associated Apparatus. - A game for at least 2 players wherein one of the players attempts to score points by hurling a plastic ball with the aid of a scoop racket into one of three scoring areas of their opponents “goal”. Opposing players stand at opposite ends of a playing field with said goal(s) positioned in front of each player. Goals are situated a certain distance apart from each other, the three scoring areas are mounted at adjustable heights above the playing surface and can be positioned in a common plane (or not). Said scoring areas are of various diameters and point values. Said scoring areas are distinctly apart from each other (not abutted) and are attached to a fixed post (standard). Points are awarded to players for hurling the ball into one of their opponent's scoring areas with point values inversely proportional to the diameter of the scoring area scored upon. | 01-29-2015 |
20150057113 | PRACTIGOAL EXPANDABLE GOAL NET - Improvements in an expandable goal net are disclosed. The expandable goal net is foldable and can be taken from a full size goal to a smaller size that can be easily compacted for transportation. The vertical legs telescope inside each other to essentially reduce the height of the vertical members to essentially half. The horizontal cross posts fold in half thereby to compact the expandable goal net into a vertical folded rectangle. The folding joints are on the horizontal members. joints lock into a horizontal orientation and can be released to allow the joints to fold essentially 180 degrees. Corners use similar hinged joints that allow the horizontal members to bend to essentially 90 degrees. Vertical members have locking slides that telescope to reduce the total length of the vertical members. The expandable goal net is made from aluminum tubes and formed or molded plastic components. | 02-26-2015 |
20150148152 | GOAL APPARATUS - A goal apparatus for soccer (football) and the like has a frame, a first pliable goalpost member, a second pliable goalpost member and a pliable crossbar member. The frame presents net connection points and is configured to support each of the pliable goal members in tension between two net connection points such that the goal apparatus presents a substantially rectangular goal mouth. | 05-28-2015 |
20160016059 | SYSTEM WITH IMPROVED PORTABLE SOCCER GOAL HAVING AN INTERACTIVE DISPLAY - The present invention is a soccer simulation system having a portable soccer goal with an interactive display, the system including a sectionalized grid have a plurality of sections each with at least one sensor for sensing a soccer ball and including a managing station in electrical communication with a goal controller and a server. | 01-21-2016 |
20160023072 | Goal Apparatus - Goal apparatus comprising a frame, a first pliable goalpost member, a second pliable goalpost member and a pliable crossbar member. The frame presents net connection points and is configured to support each of the pliable goal members in tension between two net connection points such that the goal apparatus presents a substantially rectangular goal mouth. A frame for use in the goal apparatus. A net for use in the goal apparatus comprising first, second and third edges, and a first pliable goalpost member, a second pliable goalpost member and a pliable crossbar member extending along the first, second and third edge respectively. | 01-28-2016 |
20160023084 | Auxiliary Roller Assembly for a Sports Goal - An auxiliary weighted roller assembly attachable to a sports goal ground crossbar to stabilize the goal and to facilitate temporary or long term relocation for field maintenance, alternative field use, or storage consisting of a framework attachable to the crossbar and a pair of weighted rollers attached to the framework one each disposed on the front and rear of the crossbar and of sufficient diameter to raise the crossbar above the ground. | 01-28-2016 |
20160089587 | Football Goal - A goal for use in a ball game, wherein the mouth of the goal is defined by two laterally spaced upright posts and a horizontal cross bar, wherein the posts and the cross bar are formed of flexible collapsible ropes tensioned by taut cables connected to the ends of the cross bar, the goal being suspended to a support cable | 03-31-2016 |
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20160129333 | INFLATABLE AND ADJUSTABLE SOCCER FIELD - An inflatable device that takes the general shape of a soccer field and includes goals. More specifically, the device is comprised of inflatable tubing, wherein two long side tubes and two short side tubes create a rectangular field of play and wherein a first and a second goal are made of the inflatable tubing and are connected to the field via the short side tubes. | 05-12-2016 |