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Document | Title | Date |
20080200285 | Mat For Sport and Games - Mat for sport and games for detecting impact position of a movable object such as a ball. The mat comprises an outer and an inner layer, each with inlays of electrically conductive elements forming a pressure-sensitive switch distributed over the target area. The pressure-sensitive switches communicate with electronic circuits for indicating, processing and presentation of electrical signals when the switches are activated by a ball impact. | 08-21-2008 |
20080287222 | Kicker training device - A field training device for the development of the special characteristic required from a competitive kicker to inculcate and instill upon his mind the discipline of a sound professional, and more in particular, for attaining the special art form required to airborne a foot or soccer ball until the required objective is reached and the ball is put in flight for an extended period of in flight time or the typical hang time to maximum distances. The special training apparatus is designed for the enhancement of quality personnel possessing attributes demanded of this profession as well as the beginners at the early grade levels including schools, institutions for special educations and vocational training. The simplicity of the apparatus will invite the most demanding coaches at the international level to reap and capitalize from it benefits immediately. It consist of a base support, two contoured side supporting upright members and a soft flexible sponge rubber cross over member that will disengage from the apparatus whenever a kicker makes foot or other contact with it. The device, in its totality, has the most economically feasible applicability and probable profile of today's training devices. Production, marketing and purchasing will not set back grade, junior and high schools, including colleges and professional applications. The device is presently undergoing the most strenuous testing application and continues to surpass expected results. | 11-20-2008 |
20080287223 | APPARATUS AND METHOD INCLUDING HAND CONTROLLING AND BALL TOSSING FEATURES - A ball-toss training aid is provided, which includes a base piece configured to a user's wrist and having an axis parallel to the wrist. The base piece includes a curvature at an offset angle from the axis which protrudes into the user's palm so as to hold the wrist back at a desirable angle for tossing a ball. The training aid further includes a second piece having a first and second end such that the first end releasably attaches to the base piece and has a contour substantially parallel to the axis of the base piece. The second end of the second piece includes a curvature that protrudes over a ball held by the user so as to keep the index and middle fingers of the hand in a desirable extension. The training aid also includes a member coupled to the base piece, which releasably attaches to the user's forearm. | 11-20-2008 |
20080300071 | REAL TIME SCORING, FEEDBACK, AND LONGTERM STATISTICS TRACKING SYSTEM - An improvement for a practice facility that simulates a sport playing environment, wherein the facility has a projectile striking region and a target region for the projectile. The improvement is a computerized feedback system that includes an input device for receiving participant credentials sufficient to activate the computerized feedback system and an output device for displaying perceptible output to a participant. A target array including at least one target is removably mounted in the target region and operative, when stimulated by the projectile, to produce at least one feedback signal. A data processing device is included that is adapted to receive each feedback signal produced by the target array, process selected feedback signals according to rules for the sport in order to generate processed data, and selectively transmit the processed data to the output device. | 12-04-2008 |
20090069123 | Sports apparatus - Sports practising apparatus | 03-12-2009 |
20090098955 | Ultimate defender - A training assistance device capable of significant height adjustment has at least one adjustable, and preferably, two adjustable arms to allow it to simulate a defender in a variety of sports including baseball, basketball, football, hockey, soccer, and volleyball. Structure facilitating transport of the device from place to place is included. | 04-16-2009 |
20090170640 | BALL DROP METHOD AND SYSTEM - A method of practicing athletic skills is disclosed along with systems associated therewith. The method may include providing a ball drop system and an athlete in a first position. The ball drop system may drop a ball and may prompt the athlete to leave the first position and move their entire body at least one step length to a second position. The second position may be in contact with or proximate to the ball drop system or dropped ball. | 07-02-2009 |
20090170641 | Finger position sensing for handheld sports equipment - A finger position training sports device can include a surface for receiving at least a portion of a hand, a plurality of capacitance sensor areas formed on the surface, and a capacitance sense circuit attached to the sports device. The capacitance sense circuit can have an input coupled to each capacitance sensor area and a processor circuit that activates an indication value when predetermined sensor areas indicate contact with different portions of at least one hand. | 07-02-2009 |
20090186722 | Defensive slide trainer - A defensive slide trainer has a plastic pipe cylinder suspended on an elastic band between two rubber washers and two Velcro nylon straps worn on the shoes of an athlete defensive slider with the plastic pipe spacer positioned between the feet by preventing the defensive sliders feet from coming together conditioning a wider stance. | 07-23-2009 |
20090197707 | SCREEN NET - A screen net includes a front member with an opening, a base member, a catch member and a wall member. The base member is placed on the ground. The catch member is adapted to catch a ball that passes through the opening of the front member. The wall member is positioned above the opening of the front member. The wall member comprises a wall fabric member and a wall pole member. The wall fabric member comprises a sleeve through which the wall pole member passes. The wall fabric member is attached to the front member. The ends of the wall pole member are supported by the base member. The screen net further comprises straps that connect the front member and the base member. The straps are under tension provided by the elastic pole segments. | 08-06-2009 |
20090215555 | PORTABLE SPORTS SWING TRAINING DEVICE AND METHOD - The present invention provides a muscle training, development, stretching and warming device for sports swings. The device comprises a handle connected with an adjustable mounting device via a tensioning element of variable resistance. The tension element of a higher resistance may be substituted for a lower resistance tension element to increase the force required to swing. Further, the handle allows for adjusting the length of the resistance arm to further manipulate the force required to be provided by the user. The mounting device may be moved vertically to adjust the angle of the resistance relative to the swing plane of the user. | 08-27-2009 |
20100062880 | 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. | 03-11-2010 |
20100093470 | Device for shoulder and arm warm up exercising and methods for using same - A device for throwing and swinging sports comprises a semi-transparent bottle into which varying amounts of a media may be added. One embodiment of that bottle is generally concave in cross-section for better gripping and includes markings on at least one side for showing different filling levels. A gripping element extends from a middle of the bottle sidewall. One such element is a baseball, real or simulated. Other embodiments include a softball, a football-sized element and/or a racket handle. In order to assist the user with timed workouts, an optional cap may include a built-in clock for signaling when to switch from one exercise to another. Methods for exercising with this device are also disclosed. | 04-15-2010 |
20100093471 | BALL PRACTICE DEVICE - The present invention relates to a ball practice device, which comprises a frame, a net, a base bracket and a supporting assembly. The supporting assembly is interposed between the frame and the base bracket, and is configured for supporting the frame together with the base bracket. The net is attached to the frame and is connected to the frame by a connecting member which the net can be disassembled from. | 04-15-2010 |
20100173732 | METHOD AND SYSTEM TO ASSIST IN THE TRAINING OF HIGH-LEVEL SPORTSMEN, NOTABLY PROFFESIONAL TENNIS PLAYERS - The invention relates to an aid, put into practice by computers and videos, for improving the actions of athletes, comprising the stages:
| 07-08-2010 |
20100190585 | Slow motion training for optimal point of impact - A device and method is disclosed for training a person in slow motion to hit a ball at the sweet spot on a sports implement. The device includes a housing and a plate. The housing preferably comprises a tube; a rod slidably fitting within the tube; a stop affixed to the end of the rod; a compression spring surrounding the rod; and a ball on the rod at the end opposite the stop such that the end of the rod protrudes from the ball. The plate is affixed to the sports implement at its sweet spot and has a center hole of sufficient size to contain the end of the rod protruding from the ball. In the preferred method, a player swings the sports implement in slow motion towards the ball on the housing engaging the plate at the center hole over the protruding rod. | 07-29-2010 |
20100227714 | SCREEN APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE - A screen apparatus for use in sports training or sports skills development, the screen apparatus including a plurality of screen members and a support means for supporting the screen members in a use condition, each of the screen members at least temporarily attached relative to the support means such that in use, the screen members define a screen until struck by an object at which time at least one of the screen members is at least partially dislodged to allow passage of the object in a substantially uninhibited manner. | 09-09-2010 |
20100285905 | Training Device for Ball Players and Method for the Training of Different Sequences of Movement - The problem of providing a training device and a training method with which it is possible to be able to train relatively complex game situations, in particular in handball and football, under consistent conditions and preferably in an actual playing environment is solved by the training device according to the invention, the training device comprising a plurality of ball receivers and ball providers, wherein the individual ball receivers and ball providers are designed as slave units in a local radio network in order to communicate with a master unit. | 11-11-2010 |
20100331122 | Training System For An Article Of Footwear With A Ball Control Portion - A training system for an article of footwear is disclosed. The training system includes a method of training an athlete to use an article of footwear with a ball control portion to help enhance accuracy when kicking a ball. The method can be implemented on a computer, mobile device or as an instruction booklet. The training system provides a total training solution for an athlete that is designed to enhance specific athletic skills. | 12-30-2010 |
20110118060 | DEVICE FOR TRAINING SPORTSMEN IMPACT MOVEMENTS - The invention is intended for training and perfection of the technique and accuracy of striking motion in various kinds of sports: baseball, football, hockey, golf, tennis. The device contains frame | 05-19-2011 |
20110152011 | Ball Toss Up Apparatus for Batting Practice and Game Play - A ball toss up apparatus ( | 06-23-2011 |
20110160004 | TRAINING INSTRUMENT FOR SPORTS - A training instrument includes a rigid pipe being provided with engaging striae extending in an axial direction, and having a predetermined inner diameter, leaf-shaped wings each of which is provided with a projection of a cross-sectional shape in accordance with each of the engaging striae, a shaft having an outer diameter smaller than an inner diameter of the pipe and being inserted in the pipe, a stopper being attached to an end of the shaft, and a grip being attached to the shaft. | 06-30-2011 |
20110183783 | Sports Training System - A training system used in sports or other training that where a participant wears a device with a visual indicator such as a device emitting colored light and an optional signaling device like a vibrator or beeper. The device can be worn on the head, elbow, wrist, waist, knee, ankle or foot or be part of an participant's attire. The device can optionally be embedded in or on a shoe. A motion or position sensor can cause the visual indicator to change color or indication when the wearer is not moving correctly. Also, in some embodiments, a vibration can signal can be commanded by a coach or instructor to show that the player is not properly moving. An embedded processor can optionally set up various rhythm patterns used in practice. The device, wherever it is worn or disposed, can optionally be controlled remotely by a coach or instructor using a wireless transmission such as digital or analog radio or light to establish certain rhythms or to signal certain participants. The coach can send different signals to different devices worn by different participants. In a particular shoe embodiment, each of a pair of shoes can optionally communicate with the other member of the pair wirelessly so that a processor in one of the shoes can coordinate a rhythm pattern of vibration or beeping signals between the shoes. | 07-28-2011 |
20110183784 | SPORTS SWINGING EXERCISE DEVICE AND METHOD - A method and a device are disclosed for improving performance in sports where a swinging motion is needed. In some embodiments, a swing resistance device may be attached to or be built into elongated sport apparatus, such as racquets, clubs, bats, sticks, and the like, configured to resist a swinging motion of the sport apparatus by capturing air and utilizing a force of air resistance, similar to a parachute. The swing resistance device is generally attached to the elongated sport apparatus by coupling components that allow the swing resistance device to freely rotate around the effective longitudinal axis of the elongated sport apparatus. During a swing, air resistance creates dynamic forces that over time may improve swing power and path. | 07-28-2011 |
20110190080 | Arm Extension Apparatus - An arm extension apparatus includes a base having an elongate configuration. The apparatus includes a paddle coupled to the base and having proximal and distal portions, the paddle being slidably movable relative to the base between a retracted configuration in which the proximal portion is substantially received adjacent the base and an extended configuration in which the proximal portion is substantially extended from the base. An attachment member is coupled to the base and having a configuration complementary to the person's arm, the attachment member having a strap extending therefrom for removably securing the attachment member to the person's arm. | 08-04-2011 |
20110195803 | MULTI-AXIS ATHLETIC TRAINING DEVICE - A multi-axis athletic training device used to simulate crucial movements in sports to better train and improve the skill set of participating players is provided. This device utilizes at least two devices for rotating to create two independently controlled rotations, each simulating a different motion involved in a movement or swing of a selected sport. | 08-11-2011 |
20110294606 | BASKETBALL TRAINING DEVICE - A basketball training device having at least one elongated and vertically extending post with at least two longitudinally spaced openings. At least one elongated arm has one end insertable into one of the spaced openings on the post so that the arm extends horizontally outwardly from the post. A basketball player practices dribbling by dribbling both under the arm and over the arm as desired. | 12-01-2011 |
20110319201 | Sport instruction system - A sport instruction system for use in training for a sport requiring use of equipment having a gripping handle comprises a plurality of flexible equipment handle cue bands, each cue band displaying a unique visual cue, each cue band sized for securement to the gripping handle of the equipment in a location visible to the player of the sport when holding the gripping handle of the equipment, a plurality of sport specific instruction cards, each card having training theme indicia corresponding to one of the visual cues on the equipment handle cue bands, performance problem indicia related to the training theme indicia, and training instruction indicia related to the performance indicia, such that viewing the visual cue on one of the cue bands during training focuses the players attention on training instructions conveyed by the training instruction indicia on the instruction card having training theme corresponding to the visual cue. | 12-29-2011 |
20120040781 | Athletic training and practice system - An athletic training apparatus is disclosed with a low-ball deflection panel ( | 02-16-2012 |
20120088612 | TRAINING AID - A training aid ( | 04-12-2012 |
20120108365 | TRAINING DEVICE - The invention relates to a training device for training a person who uses the training device in a type of ball sport, said device having at least two ball receivers ( | 05-03-2012 |
20120108366 | Training Method and Apparatus for Practicing Throwing of an Object such as a Baseball - An apparatus to allow a user to practice throwing a sports object without the need for multiple throwing objects or a throwing partner is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a sack having an open end and a closed end, and a strap attached to the open end. The user may insert his hand, holding the sports object, into the open end of the of the sack and then strap the apparatus to his or her wrist using the strap. The user can then repeatedly throw the sports object at full range of motion and the sports object will be deposited in the sack, easily retrievable by the user for repeated throwing. | 05-03-2012 |
20120157240 | Swing Release Aid - One embodiment includes a swing aid to help athletes (e.g., golfers, batters, or tennis players) learn how to properly hinge their wrists during a swing of a golf club, bat, or racquet. A device comprises a plurality of weights (e.g., balls) included in a conduit. In a low first swing position the balls are located together at a distal end of the conduit. In a high second swing position the balls are located together at a proximal end of the conduit. When transferring from the second position to the first position the balls make a first sound (which indicates improper wrist action) or a second plurality of sounds (which indicates proper wrist action) based on when the user rotates the device about the proximal end of the conduit (e.g., unhinges the wrist). Other embodiments are described herein. | 06-21-2012 |
20120157241 | SWING ANALYZING APPARATUS - A swing analyzing apparatus includes at least an angular velocity sensor, an impact detection section, an angular velocity information calculation section, and an impact state judgment section. The impact detection section detects the timing of impact in a swing of a sporting good. The angular velocity information calculation section calculates at least one of the amount of change in angular velocity with respect to a predetermined axis in a predetermined period after the impact timing and the greatest value of the angular velocity based on data outputted form the angular velocity sensor. The impact state judgment section judges the state of impact based on the result calculated by the angular velocity information calculation section. | 06-21-2012 |
20120157242 | SPORT RELATED TRAINING APPARATUS - A training apparatus for use on a training surface is disclosed. The training apparatus includes a sport-projectile stopping member and an elongated body substantially transverse to the sport-projectile stopping member. The elongated body has a first section, a second section, and a transition section between the first and second sections. A portion of the first section is positioned on the sport-projectile stopping member, and the first section is sized such that the sport-projection stopping member, the first section, the training surface and the transition section define an orifice through which a sport-projectile can pass through. | 06-21-2012 |
20120165137 | WEIGHT SHIFTING DEVICE(S) FOR ATHLETIC TRAINING - A swing training system for improving muscle memory and weight transfer during a swinging motion. The swing training system comprises a first device and a second device for a user to stand upon raised flat summits on each device placed approximately shoulder width apart. The user then performs a swinging motion corresponding to a sport such as golf, tennis or baseball while maintaining balance on the devices. Such balance will be committed to muscle memory and will allow for better swings when in actual play. | 06-28-2012 |
20120178552 | Swing Trainer - A sports activity swing trainer having a concave curved surface area on which a person stands to practice a swing for a sports activity. | 07-12-2012 |
20120190481 | ATHLETIC TRAINING DEVICE - A training device to limit or restrict a portion of a person's field of vision to improve a skill or the ability to perform a task. The training device assists in the training, practicing or learning various skills related to a certain activity, such as sports. The device includes a restrictor component and a control component. The control component is configured to be positioned in the mouth of a person such that the restrictor component extends outward to limit the field of vision. | 07-26-2012 |
20120214619 | Training device and method for guiding a ball throwing movement - A training device guides the throwing arm of a person in a ball throwing movement in a forward throwing direction. The training device comprises a base arranged to be supported on the ground, an upright support member extending upwardly from the base and a guide member on the upright support member which has a generally concave inner surface extending upwardly and forwardly from a generally vertical starting end to a generally horizontal releasing end. The user grasps a ball in the hand of their throwing arm and displaces the ball alongside the guide member from the starting end to the releasing end in a ball throwing movement to throw the ball in the forward throwing direction of the training device. | 08-23-2012 |
20120220394 | SOCCER TRAINING DEVICE - A soccer training device has a deployment trough defining a ball support surface for supporting a plurality of soccer balls, at least one sidewall, a deployment opening, and a back end opposite the deployment opening. The sidewall(s) of the deployment trough are constructed and arranged to restrain soccer balls between the deployment opening and the back end of the deployment trough. The training device has a plurality of legs connected to the deployment trough to suspend the deployment trough at a height above ground level. The training device has a release guide connected to the deployment trough proximate to the deployment opening. The release guide has a rolling surface and extends from the deployment trough. The release guide is constructed and arranged to guide each soccer ball from the deployment trough to the ground along the rolling surface. | 08-30-2012 |
20120231903 | APPARATUSES FOR IMPROVING THROWING TECHNIQUE AND METHODS OF USING SAME - Various embodiments provide apparatuses configured for improving a ball throwing technique of a user thereof. The apparatuses generally comprise one or more body portions configured to at least partially surround at least a first portion of an arm of the user, and one or more flexible portions configured to at least partially surround and secure at least a second portion of the arm of the user, the second portion being oppositely positioned relative to the first portion. The apparatuses may further comprise at least one connector element configured to selectively attach the one or more flexible portions to the one or more body portions. Various embodiments still further incorporate a wedge portion that creates a gap between a user's palm and the ball being thrown. Still other embodiments comprise extension and rotation mechanisms for apparatus adjustments. Methods of using the various apparatuses are also provided. | 09-13-2012 |
20120264549 | Sporting Devices and Structures Having Dynamic Visual Indicia - An on-field vision training system is disclosed that provides a visual identifier near the athlete during game play and training exercises and other visual identifier positioned away from the athlete, but so as to still be seen by the athlete during game play and training exercises. The athlete uses the visual identifiers during game play and training exercises to improve vision, focus, and concentration. An American football having unique visual identifiers for use as an in-flight visual training tool is also disclosed. | 10-18-2012 |
20120270685 | SPORTS TRAINING DEVICE - An athletic training device trains athletes to observe the collision between a ball and bat, club, racquet, or the like. The training device may provide a unique event, such as a flashing light, at the moment of the collision. Athletes can be trained to watch the ball, bat, club, racquet or the like, to note the flash of light, thereby focusing the attention of the athlete to “keep their eye on the ball”. The training device of the present invention can provide a unique event that attracts and induces anticipation from the collision point itself. The unique event can be a light flash, multiple light flashes, colored light flashes, or the like. | 10-25-2012 |
20120295740 | SPORTS TRAINING SYSTEM - A training device includes a controller, and a sensor in communication with the controller. The sensor is configured for measuring a force. At least one indicator is in communication with the controller for indicating when a force falls below a predetermined threshold. | 11-22-2012 |
20120329583 | ATHLETICS VISUAL AID DEVICE - A visual aid device is disclosed. The visual aid device providing horizontal tunnel vision may be worn by athletes to block out peripheral visual distractions. The visual aid device may include upper and lower opaque regions disposed to block out peripheral vision along horizontal planes above and below the user's eyes. | 12-27-2012 |
20130012339 | Light'em Up: Football QB Trainer - A sports training system having at least two target stations, each target station having a target support structure configured to support a target in a stationary position above a playing field, at least one light attached to the target in a vicinity of a periphery of the target, a target control module functionally connected to the target light, an activation control module located remotely from the target stations and in wireless communication with the target control module. The activation control module and the target control modules are configured and programmed so that activating a button on the activation control module results in activating a randomly selected target light on a randomly selected target station. | 01-10-2013 |
20130040762 | TENNIS, GOLF AND BASKETBALL TRAINING DEVICE HAVING AN ADJUSTABLE HOOP - A portable training device to be used during sports and non-sports related practice activities. The training device includes a stand to rest on a surface, an adjustable hoop through which an object is moved during practice, and a hoop support extending between the stand and the hoop. In one embodiment, the adjustable hoop is rotatable between a vertical position, standing upwardly from and in axial alignment with the hoop support, and a horizontal position, facing the flat surface in perpendicular alignment with the hoop support. The length of the hoop support is adjustable so that the distance between the hoop and the stand can be correspondingly adjusted to meet the needs of the user. | 02-14-2013 |
20130040763 | Training Apparatus and Method - Disclosed is a training system consisting of storage maintaining a reference body movement model, and a system for collecting a trainee body movement model. A computer is associated with the storage and the system, which compares the trainee body movement model to the reference body movement model and generates a report comparing the trainee body movement model to the reference body movement model. The report includes an identification of similarity between the trainee body movement model and the reference body movement model, and an identification of dissimilarity between the trainee body movement model and the reference body movement model. | 02-14-2013 |
20130053187 | Eyewear For Sports - A method for training an athlete is provided. The method includes equipping the athlete with eyewear having a first lens ( | 02-28-2013 |
20130059680 | BASKETBALL TRAINING DEVICE - A basketball training device having at least one elongated and vertically extending post with at least two longitudinally spaced openings. At least one elongated arm has one end insertable into one of the spaced openings on the post so that the arm extends horizontally outwardly from the post. A basketball player practices dribbling by dribbling both under the arm and over the arm as desired. | 03-07-2013 |
20130090190 | METHODS AND SYSTEM FOR IMPROVING A USER'S REACTION TIME AND ACCURACY IN PROPELLING AN OBJECT - A method of conveying a command to a user using a practice system is provided. The method includes detecting movement of the user using a sensor; selecting a command from a list of pre-determined commands; and conveying the command to the user using a signaler. | 04-11-2013 |
20130143692 | METHOD OF TRAINING AND EVALUATING A HITTER USING A WEIGHTED BALL - The invention is for a method of training and evaluating a hitter using a weighted ball where the hitter hits the weighted ball with a bat and where the weighted ball wraps around the bat and thereby the ball absorbs some of the energy from the batter and whereafter striking the weighted ball the ball leaves the bat in a substantially horizontal plane if it is hit correctly and where the weighted ball donuts substantially vertical to the ground if hit incorrectly or lifts up if hit too low or dives downward if hit to high or donuts horizontally if hit in an inside out manner with the bat. | 06-06-2013 |
20130150188 | Ball Skill Enhancement Training Programs and Methods - A training program for improving hitting of a baseball enhancing a batter's tracking skills to a plurality of pitched baseballs. The training program provides a set of baseballs which includes a plurality of patterned baseballs and at least one conventional baseball. Each of the patterned baseballs includes a cover with a perceptible pattern provided thereon, such as a generally elliptical marking conforming to a seam disposed on the cover of the baseball as well as a generally circular marking disposed within the elliptical marking. An instructor or the like detects an audible response from the batter of the color of the pitched baseball as perceived by the batter when the baseball enters the batter's hitting zone. | 06-13-2013 |
20130196794 | Training Device to Enhance Hand-Eye Coordination - A training device to enhance hand-eye coordination includes an illumination device for determining the proper time for an individual to strike a ball and to collect practice information for later evaluation. The device allows an individual to practice hitting a ball with a racket or bat, providing an immediate indication whether the ball has been properly struck. Also, an individual is provided with a record of his/her performance reviewable by a professional. The device includes a ball affixed to a flexible support assembly, the support and the ball reciprocating or pivoting when the ball has been struck. The location of the ball is constantly monitored each time the ball is struck. The amount of force applied to the ball when struck by an individual or implement can also be determined. Information relating to the manner in which the ball has been struck is recorded and is analyzed in real time. | 08-01-2013 |
20130210555 | DEVICE FOR THROWING BALLS - The invention relates to a device for throwing balls, comprising a frame including a striking mechanism ( | 08-15-2013 |
20130225335 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEASURING AND/OR ANALYZING SWING INFORMATION - In a first aspect, a system for monitoring a swing is provided that includes a wireless device adapted to couple to a swinging object and to provide information indicative of a characteristic of the swinging object. The wireless device is a cellular telephone or personal digital assistant (PDA). Numerous other aspects are provided. | 08-29-2013 |
20130252766 | COLLAPSIBLE AND PORTABLE SPORTS NET APPARATUS - A net apparatus arranged to provide a net structure to capture or catch a projectile, that is easy to setup and is collapsible such that the frame structure is easy to assemble by a single individual. The net apparatus comprising a base structure including at least one support portion, at least one base extension, and a hinge, wherein the at least one support portion is coupled to the at least one base extension and the hinge. At least one rod is removably coupled to the base structure and received by a net, wherein the net is adapted to exert a force on the at least one rod causing the at least one rod to exert a force onto said hinge in order to lock the at least one support portion. | 09-26-2013 |
20130281235 | Throwing Target, System, and Method - The present application is directed to a throwing target. The throwing target comprises a baseball strike zone, one or more target zones located in the strike zone and one or more target zones located around the strike zone. The throwing target also comprises one or more non-target zones located in the strike zone. The total surface area of the target zones located around the strike zone is greater than the total surface area of the target zones located within the strike zone. | 10-24-2013 |
20130303311 | INSTRUCTIONAL BASEBALL - An instructional ball having an inner core, an outer core is an ellipsoid, and an outer cover. The instructional ball has an ellipsoid shape, a longitudinal axis, and a generally circular transverse cross-section along a transverse axis. | 11-14-2013 |
20130316855 | METHOD FOR CALCULATING A REPEATABILITY INDEX WHEN USING A TENNIS RACKET - This method for calculating a repeatability index of gestures and shots of a player striking a tennis ball with a racket, includes:
| 11-28-2013 |
20130344996 | Soccer Training Device, Method of Use and System - The invention provided is directed to a soccer training device, module training system and method of use. The device is a deflection wall that may be portable or permanently affixed to a ground surface. The wall having a larger and smaller embodiment, mimicking the silhouette of a soccer goal or an average player of a given age range from a far distance at simulated closer range. The inventive features of the wall intended to enhance quantity, quality, speed, and accuracy of interaction and perception between the user, the ball and the wall according to professional quality and professional level training techniques. Multiple wall units may be combined to create individualized training modules wherein one person may train in a simulated multiplayer environment of varying levels of complexity. Two or more module units may be combined to create a soccer training system. The modules and systems may be staged in limited ground surface area both indoor and outdoor. | 12-26-2013 |
20140031147 | Footballmaster - A training apparatus for use in training football basic technique is disclosed, comprising one opening on each side of the apparatus being adapted to entrance angles for at least one rail guiding a ball in a loop from one opening to the other, and a wall adjustable in hight as well as sideways is fixed between said openings, where both openings for the ball can be used as entrance/exit and vice versa. | 01-30-2014 |
20140045625 | IMPACT TRAINING DEVICE - An impact training device for a sports device. The training device includes an elongate rod, a handle engagement element and a handle connector joining the handle engagement element to the elongate rod. The elongate rod is radially displaced from a handle of the sports device when the handle engagement element is engaged to the handle of the sports device. | 02-13-2014 |
20140045626 | TRAINING DEVICE WITH AIR RESISTANCE MEMBER - A training device having a weighted object attached to an air resistance member. | 02-13-2014 |
20140045627 | ATTACHABLE SPORTS TRAINING DEVICE - A sports training device including a first elongate rod. A user engagement element is coupled to the first elongate rod. A second elongate rod is longitudinally aligned with respect to the first elongate rod. A second engagement element is coupled the second elongate rod. A first stopper is movably coupled to the second elongate rod and a second stopper is movably coupled to the second elongate rod. A portion of the first elongate rod is slideable between the first stopper and the second stopper. | 02-13-2014 |
20140094325 | OVERHAND THROWING TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD - Systems and methods for training and improving overhand throwing. A first embodiment of a system includes at least one upper arm that extends from a central body. A pathway marked by indicia extends down the upper arm curving to indicate the correct motion for a desired overhand throw. A flexible slap card may be located along the pathway for use in a first training exercise. The body may include a hole for positioned and sized for use as a target for a second training exercise. Support structures for maintaining the system in a desired position may be included. Methods for training with overhand throwing exercises using the systems are also included. | 04-03-2014 |
20140094326 | METHODS AND SYSTEM FOR IMPROVING A USER'S REACTION TIME AND ACCURACY IN PROPELLING AN OBJECT - A method of conveying a command to a user using a practice system is provided. The method includes detecting movement of the user using a sensor; selecting a command from a list of pre-determined commands; and conveying the command to the user using a signaler. | 04-03-2014 |
20140100061 | SPORTS TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH DRILL TOWER - A system and method for sports training utilizing a drill tower apparatus. The drill tower is collapsible and light weight. The tower can be stood on an end to form a tower structure, or may be placed on its side for use in numerous training drills. The tower can be used as an obstacle or as a stand for holding a ball or other sports-related object. The towers may also feature a weighted ring for holding the towers in place during drills. The towers are collapsible and easily transportable, by folding the towers into a collapsed position and placing the towers into a portable bag with multiple weight rings. | 04-10-2014 |
20140113752 | TRAINING DEVICE - The present invention relates to training device for providing feedback as to hand position and trajectory of an implement swung in a stick sport as well as methods of improving muscle memory for participants in stick sports. The training device consists of a sports implement in the form of a bat, stick, club, mallet, wicket, etc. wherein one or more indicators are affixed at a predefined radius to the longitudinal plane of the training device. Alternatively, the invention consists of a training device attachable to a sports implement, such as a bat, stick, club, mallet, wicket, etc., comprising one or more indicators which will assume an adjustable position radial to the longitudinal plane of the stick implement. Further, the invention consists of a training device also comprising one or more indicators which is wearable on the arm or leg of a participant, either via an elastic band or a Velcro® strap. Methods of improving muscle memory and/or sports technique using the training devices described herein are contemplated, as well. | 04-24-2014 |
20140171226 | SPORTING-OBJECT TRAINING DEVICE WITH SKILLS-TRAINING MODE DETECTION - Described herein is a technology for facilitating skills-training mode in athletic sports that utilize a sporting-object. | 06-19-2014 |
20140171227 | Method of Using 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. | 06-19-2014 |
20140179464 | Training arm assembly - Lightweight arm-extending assemblies are used as training devices for sports such as volleyball, football and for individual sports such as boxing and MMA. The arm-extending devices are in the foam of lightweight beams with attachment means for securing the device to the arm of a player to simulate exaggerated abilities of defensive players for conditioning and training an offensive player to face and overcome exaggerated abilities of a defensive player. | 06-26-2014 |
20140221129 | Adjustable Batting Apparatus - An adjustable batting apparatus contains a spring, at least one batting pad, a belt, and a rolling device. The spring is cylindrical and including a plurality of coils, a first segment, a second segment, and the first segment is fixed on a fixing face of a base. The at least one batting pad is connected with the second segment. The belt has a first end coupled with the second segment of the spring and has a second end. The rolling device has the second end of the belt rolled therearound, and a part of the belt extends out of the rolling device so as to form an extending section, such that the rolling device controls a length of the extending section of the belt so as to adjust a distance between the plurality of coils of the spring, hence a bending flexibility of the spring is adjusted. | 08-07-2014 |
20140235372 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR UTILIZING JERSEYS WITH ACTUATED ILLUMINATION DEVICES - A system and method is provided whereby a user selectively actuates one or more illumination devices that are incorporated on the jersey of a wearer. | 08-21-2014 |
20140243117 | HAND GRIP FOR ATHLETIC EQUIPMENT - A hand grip for an article of athletic equipment includes a generally cylindrical member open at opposite ends and having an inner diameter corresponding with an outer diameter of the article of athletic equipment. The member is formed of a flexible material and includes bevels at opposite ends and a textured outer surface arranged between the bevels to improve gripping of the member by the user. When arranged on the article of athletic equipment and adjustably positioned to a desired location, the member indicates to the user where the article is to be gripped, thereby teaching users of the article where to properly grip the equipment. | 08-28-2014 |
20140274479 | PRACTICE NET - An improved practice net includes a net body comprising a bottom net and a side net having a bottom connecting with the bottom net, wherein the side net has a sleeve portion at a central region of each of two lateral sides of the side net and at a central region of a back side of the side net, wherein the net body has a fastener at an end of each of the sleeve portions; three supporting rods each comprising multiple short rods connected in series with each other or one another by means of an elastic rope so as to form a foldable rod, wherein the sleeve portions of the side net receive the supporting rods and the supporting rods each have an end secured to one of the fasteners; and a fork junction connecting with the other ends of the three supporting rods. | 09-18-2014 |
20140296001 | Swing Trainer With Cover - The present invention provides for the first time a swing trainer having a sheath with a core end and a protective end, the core end of the sheath has a cover attached. | 10-02-2014 |
20140309058 | Electronic Sports Tracking and Coaching System - An electronic tracking and coaching system adapted for use in training for various sports is provided. The present invention includes a sports ball that contains a plurality of sensors, a wireless transceiver, a storage medium adapted to store voice commands or noises to be played upon the occurrence of a pre-determined event, and a speaker. The ball's sensors are adapted to monitor the movement of the ball, the level and direction of force applied to the ball, and other such variables relevant to playing a sport with a ball. The device further includes a monitoring apparatus that is worn by the user and tracks all of his or her movement and stores that movement data for later access. The voice commands of the ball provide coaching direction to the user and the user can upload the stored data to data visualization software to precisely monitor his or her actions. | 10-16-2014 |
20140309059 | SPORTS TRAINING DEVICE AND A METHOD FOR TRAINING ATHLETES - A sports training device is provided that includes a housing. The housing has a size, shape and configuration that mimics the size, shape and configuration of a sports equipment member such as a baseball or football. A sensor is provided for sensing an impact on the sports training device and a signaling device is in communication with the sensor for selectively emitting and not emitting the human detectable display in response to an impact sensed by the sensor. A timer is provided that is in communication with the sensor and the signaling device for controlling the timing of the signaling device. | 10-16-2014 |
20140357429 | PERSONAL ATHLETIC TRAINING DEVICE - An athletic paddle training apparatus | 12-04-2014 |
20150011338 | TRAINING DEVICE - A training device providing positive feedback teaching the proper execution of a technique such as shooting a basketball, producing a proper golf swing as well as a proper baseball or softball swing. A flexible band of material encircles a portion of each of an individual's arms. Each of the bands includes a V-shaped arm attached to the band having a free end. Located at the free end of each of the V-shaped arms is a magnetic device in the form of a magnet or ferromagnetic body. The free end of both of the arms will remained attached to one another via magnetic attraction when the particular sports technique is properly practiced. However, improper practice of that particular sports technique results in the free ends becoming disengaged from one another. | 01-08-2015 |
20150038269 | SPORTS TRAINING DEVICE - A sports training device may take the place of cones to create the illusion of defenders and/or obstacles. The sports training device may be collapsible so that it is easy to transport and store when it is not in use. The sports training device may be formed as a cylindrical structure having a top portion formed of a taut material with a steel wire frame and a bottom portion attached to a weighted base. The sports training device also may include straps that may secure the sports training device when it is in a collapsed state. The sports training device may further include one or more handles to facilitate transport of the sports training device. | 02-05-2015 |
20150065273 | Sports Training Device with Motion Detecting Randomized Play Display. - A training device for sports includes a base that supports a lower portion that adjusts in height. The lower portion supports an upper portion. The upper portion includes a display that displays a desired play. The device further includes a first sensor having a sensing range. When a player enters the sensing range, the first sensor signals the display to display the desired instruction, play, command or similar. A second sensor measures reaction time when the player enters the sensing range and then leaves the sensing range. | 03-05-2015 |
20150080154 | Finger position sensing for handheld sports equipment - A training device that includes a receiving surface on its handle, multiple capacitive sensor elements disposed within multiple grip areas on the receiving surface, a sense circuit configured to compare the capacitance measurements with threshold capacitance values and generate a signal when the capacitance measurements indicate a touch on the grip area and an indicator. | 03-19-2015 |
20150087445 | Ball Stopping Net - A ball stopping net is provided, which includes a loop, propping poles, fold-butting poles, hexagonal-shaped holding fabrics, and a net. Each of the two propping poles comprises an upper end and a lower end, and the upper end is curved and engaged rotatably with a mid point of a corresponding side portion of the loop. Each of the two fold-butting poles comprises a first arm and a second arm engaging each other with a hinge, and the first arm is connected to a lower point of the loop rotatably and the second arm is connected to a lower point of a corresponding propping pole rotatably. Each of the two hexagonal-shaped holding fabrics has three queuing sides and three plain sides alternatively, and are queued through the queuing side of the hexagonal-shaped holding fabric. | 03-26-2015 |
20150087446 | Sports Swing Mechanics Training Device - A base unit of a sports swing mechanics training device receives from a swing detector a swing detection message indicating a swing motion by a player, and in response, displays a visual symbol for a predetermined period of time. When the device receives a user selection of a visual symbol from the player, it is compared with the displayed visual symbol. If they match, the device indicates a symbol match. Otherwise, the device indicates a symbol mismatch. The base unit is placed at a location where the displayed visual symbol would be visible to the player immediately following contact with a ball when the player's eyes are in a desired position during the swing motion. The device trains players to keep their heads and eyes correctly directed at the point of collision with the ball during and immediately following the ball collision. | 03-26-2015 |
20150300769 | PERFECT BOW TRAINER - A hand-held device to replicate the entire process of shooting an arrow out of a bow without ever shooting an arrow is disclosed. Our shooting device consists of a simple bungee cord (# | 10-22-2015 |
20150306455 | ATHLETIC TRAINING SYSTEM, METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT - According to one exemplary embodiment, a computer implemented athletic training apparatus, system, method and/or computer program product may provide a robotically controlled moveable goal and/or intermediary goal, as well as a plurality of sensors to identify a plurality of sensor data relating to user interactions with the robotically controlled athletic training system. | 10-29-2015 |
20150321061 | MULTI-SPORT INFLATABLE CAGE/STRUCTURE - The disclosure generally relates to a system for providing a structure for multi-sport practice and/or training activities. The system can include one or more modules comprising a series of inflatable sections and one or more netting panels releasably coupled to the sections of the one or more inflatable modules. Upon inflation of the inflatable sections, the one or more modules can be erected into a substantially self-supporting structure, which can define an interior practice space configured for performing selected sports practice and/or other training activities therein. | 11-12-2015 |
20150348427 | Exploiting Smart Vision Devices to Train Sports Team Tactics - This invention is used to train cohesive team tactics by delivering on-field player personalized instructions. Smart vision glasses worn by the players explain where the player is on the field thereby allowing the invention to project the next movement necessary to carry out team inclined tactical plans. The application server absorbs real-time location of players and a simulated ball, automatically compares the locations to the tactical plan, calculates the next best position of each player, and updates the smart vision glasses digital screen with the next set of optimized graphical instructions. Typically, a coach constantly stops play to address and steer one player at a time. Microchip, mobile and advanced computing technologies permit this invention to advance sports training from rudimentary, isolated means to sophisticated, connected levels. | 12-03-2015 |
20150352419 | Device for improving performance in kicking sports - A device constructed in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure may include one or more ball impact sensors operationally coupled to one or more tactile feedback components. The sensors may be positionable upon one or more surfaces of a shoe. The device may generate a tactile sensation when one or more sensors detect a ball impact. | 12-10-2015 |
20150367212 | Attachment for a Sports Training Device - A sports training device includes a target having a mounting arm and an attachment. The mounting arm includes a set of front holes and a set of back holes. The hole sets are separated by at least a quarter of the circumference of an in situ support. The attachment includes a strap, hook, and tab. The first and the second ends of a strap are threaded through the front hole set thus forming a loop and then threaded through the back hole set. The strap ends are threaded through the holes on the tab. A hook is positioned on the loop. The tab includes a hole for the hook and two pair of tab holes for the strap. The first end is threaded through the first pair of tab holes while the second end is threaded through the second pair of tab holes. | 12-24-2015 |
20160001128 | SWING ANALYZING APPARATUS - A swing analyzing apparatus includes at least an angular velocity sensor, an impact detection section, an angular velocity information calculation section, and an impact state judgment section. The impact detection section detects the timing of impact in a swing of a sporting good. The angular velocity information calculation section calculates at least one of the amount of change in angular velocity with respect to a predetermined axis in a predetermined period after the impact timing and the greatest value of the angular velocity based on data outputted form the angular velocity sensor. The impact state judgment section judges the state of impact based on the result calculated by the angular velocity information calculation section. | 01-07-2016 |
20160001130 | EXERCISE INFORMATION OUTPUT METHOD, EXERCISE INFORMATION OUTPUT DEVICE, EXERCISE INFORMATION OUTPUT SYSTEM, AND EXERCISE INFORMATION OUTPUT PROGRAM - An exercise information output method includes: selecting an index relating to an exercise based on first exercise information relating to a past practice of the exercise of an exerciser; acquiring second exercise information relating to a current practice of the exercise of the exerciser; and computing index exercise information relating to the index using the second exercise information. | 01-07-2016 |
20160038812 | AIR RESISTANCE TRAINING DEVICE - A training device that includes a sports implement connected to an air resistance member in near engagement by a connection system. In one arrangement, the air resistance member has a first and a second layer of material. The training device reduces the distance the sports implement travels by application of air resistance once airborne once thrown, kicked, struck, or otherwise moved by an athlete. While still under the influence of the athlete, the training device's resistance to air strengthens the athlete during the course of athletic movements. | 02-11-2016 |
20160067585 | Sports Training Apparatus - A sports training apparatus for training athletes to deliver a ball or other object at an appropriate arc. The sports training apparatus includes an adjustable horizontal target that is positioned between the athlete and the target. It gives guidance to the athlete at the time of release. The athlete's height, game being played, desired arc, technique employed and position on the court determine the appropriate configuration, placement, and use of the sports training apparatus described herein. Athletes use the sports training apparatus repeatedly to train, learn, and be able to repeat the desired arc for a particular shot in their sport. | 03-10-2016 |
20160089568 | EXERCISE ANALYSIS DEVICE, EXERCISE ANALYSIS SYSTEM, EXERCISE ANALYSIS METHOD, AND PROGRAM - An exercise analysis device includes: a data acquisition unit that acquires detection data of angular velocities generated around a plurality of axes in a swing exercise of a user; and a motion detection unit that detects a motion of the swing exercise using detection data of an angular velocity generated by radial deviation or ulnar deviation of a wrist of the user among the detection data. | 03-31-2016 |
20160104390 | BODY POSITION SENSING FOR EQUIPMENT - A device that includes a receiving surface for positioning at least one human body part, multiple capacitive sensor elements disposed within multiple positioning areas on the receiving surface, a sense circuit configured to compare the capacitance measurements of the sensor elements with threshold capacitance values and generate a signal when the capacitance measurements indicate proximity of a human body part on a positioning area, and an indicator configured to generate a notification when the position of the human body part corresponds with at least one location on the receiving surface. | 04-14-2016 |
20160107027 | MOTION CAPTURE AND ANALYSIS - A system for motion capture and analysis is described. The system may include a motion sensor unit configured to capture data associated with movement of an object. The motion sensor unit is configured to be directly or indirectly coupled to the movement object at a first location. The system also includes a processor to process the captured data to determine one or more values and to translate the data and/or values to correspond to a second location on the movement object located away from the first location. The data and/or values, including translated data and/or values, may be transmitted by wireless transmitter and displayed by a display unit. | 04-21-2016 |
20160121192 | Sports Posture Training Aid - A sports training aide is described which is configured to limit the vertical sight of a player during basketball, soccer, golf, and hockey training, encouraging the player to focus on the other players during dribbling, rather than the ball at the player's feet or hands. The sports training aide is an apparatus device employing a head brace strap, a waist brace strap, and a brace connector strap which function together in order to prevent the downward vertical movement of the head of the player during training The apparatus is preferably affixed to the forehead and waist of the player with at least one adjustment buckle. The apparatus is preferably equipped with a quick release clasp, and a foam padded head brace strap for comfort during use. | 05-05-2016 |
20160158615 | SPORTS TRAINING CONE - A sports training cone includes an upper section, a gripping section, and a lower section. The gripping section is formed of a raised irregular surface located about 15% from the top of the cone and extending about 35% along the length of the cone. The upper and lower sections have a smooth surface. | 06-09-2016 |
20160158616 | Sports training system - A sports training system employs either a cone having a threaded top or a circular base having a threaded connection. The threaded portion enables connection of different components to create a modular system of training devices for different situations. These components are: bar connectors, a suction cup attachment, a cone coupler, a base, bars, and a bell. | 06-09-2016 |
20160166901 | Method and Apparatus for Increased Swing Velocity, Hand Speed, and Time to Impact When Swinging Weighted Equipment | 06-16-2016 |
20160184683 | SPORTS DEVICE AND METHOD FOR ATHLETIC COMPETITION AND TRAINING - In the present invention, players train for and compete in a wrestling type competition by wrapping a releasable sports strap around at least one of their ankles. The sports strap comprises an ankle wrap portion which is worn around the ankle and a releasable fastener. The sports strap includes a pull strap extending from the exposed end of the wrap portion. The pull strap is long enough and wide enough that it can be grasped and pulled by the hand of a competitor during the competition. From a starting position, the competitors attempt to be the first to grasp the other's pull strap, and pull on it to unfasten and remove the other's sports strap from his or her ankle. The sports strap can be used as part of a training method for wrestlers. | 06-30-2016 |
20160199715 | METHODS AND SYSTEM FOR IMPROVING A USER'S REACTION TIME AND ACCURACY IN PROPELLING AN OBJECT | 07-14-2016 |
20220134203 | EXTENDED REALITY SYSTEM FOR TRAINING AND EVALUATION - A tracking system includes a host station and a sensor station. The sensor station includes transmitters transmitting an IR synchronous signal and IR laser signal. The system includes a head-mounted display and a tracked object, which has a plurality of object sensors. The tracked object determines its location and orientation relative to the sensor station based on the IR signals. The tracked object transmits the location and orientation to the host station. The host station determines an actual flight path of the tracked object during an object tracking event; generates a predicted flight path of the tracked object; and renders an image of a virtual object on a display of the head-mounted display. The image includes a virtual object corresponding to the tracked object, wherein the image is rendered in a VR environment such that the virtual object moves along the actual flight path and the predicted flight path. | 05-05-2022 |