Abstract: Device for improving the accuracy of shooting a basketball, comprising an annular member shaped to define the desirable path of the shot basketball, a ball striking flap disposed within the annular member, and electronic indicators in communication with the ball striking flap to indicate that a ball, although passing through the device, was shot with a less than ideal trajectory path. In a second embodiment, the device also comprises a user guideline, foot placement pads, means for increasing the visibility of the top annular surface and securing straps for securing the annular member to the standard rim of the basketball goal.

Abstract: An ornamental cover for a fifth wheel hitch plate for use when the hitch is not engaged. The hitch plate cover comprises principal and tail portions and a kingpin shaft and locking washer for locking the hitch plate cover in place after the trailer has been removed from the fifth wheel hitch. The cover is further stabilized with a kingpin guide tab and moldings covering the edges of the cover.