Support pole for a basketball system
A support pole for a basketball system is preferably adjustable in height to allow a basketball goal to be located at various heights. The support pole may include a first section and a second section that are movable relative to each other. An adjustment assembly may hold the first and second support pole sections in a generally fixed position and allow the support pole sections to be moved, which may allow the height of the basketball goal to be adjusted. The adjustment assembly may include, for example, one or more surfaces that frictionally abut or contact one or more support pole sections. The adjustment assembly may also include one or more structures that are inserted into openings, apertures, detents or the like to secure the support pole at a desired length. In addition, the adjustment assembly may include a handle, trigger or the like to allow the length of the support pole to be adjusted.
This application claims priority to and the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60/555,528, filed Mar. 22, 2004 and entitled ADJUSTABLE LENGTH BASKETBALL SUPPORT POLE, which is incorporated by reference in its entirety.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION1. Field of the Invention
The present invention generally relates to a basketball system and, in particular, to a support pole that may adjust to support a basketball goal at various heights.
2. Description of Related Art
The game of basketball is played by many people throughout the United States and the world. Briefly, the game of basketball typically includes a flat and level playing surface with a basketball goal at each end of the court. The basketball goal, which includes a backboard and a rim or hoop, is typically attached to the top of a support pole. The rim or hoop is normally located ten feet above the playing surface and the backboard is constructed from materials such as wood, plastic or tempered glass.
Conventional basketball goals often include rigidly mounting the hoop to the basketball backboard so that the face of the backboard is positioned perpendicular to the playing surface and the hoop is positioned parallel to the playing surface. The mounting of the hoop to the backboard must be sufficiently rigid so that the hoop is capable of withstanding various forces and impacts during the game of basketball. For example, the hoop must remain in a generally stationary position so that the basketball rebounds and bounces off the rim in a consistent, dependable manner. In addition, the hoop must be able to withstand various impacts by the players during the game.
Conventional basketball goals may be permanently mounted by, for example, inserting an end of the support pole into the ground. Conventional basketball goals may also be part of a portable basketball system in which the system may be selectively moved from one location to another.
In either a portable or a permanently installed basketball system, it may be desirable to adjust the height of the goal above the playing surface. For instance, the basketball system may be used by relatively tall players for some games and by shorter players during other games. The basketball system may also be used at different times by players of different strengths or skill levels. In addition, the basketball system may be used by adults or children. Further, the basketball system may also be used to play a regulation game of basketball or for practicing. In particular, the basketball system may be used to practice dunking the basketball. Accordingly, it is known to adjust the height of the basketball goal above the playing surface so that the basketball system may be used for these different purposes.
One known approach to adjusting the height of a basketball goal is a support pole with telescoping assembly. In particular, the support pole may include an outer section and an inner section that is inserted into the outer section. One or more bolts are inserted through openings in the outer section of the support pole to engage the inner section of the support pole. When the bolts are tightened, the bolts engage the inner section of the support pole and the bolts secure the support pole at the desired length. Disadvantageously, the threads on the bolts may be damaged and the bolts may scratch the inner section of pole, particularly where the end of the bolts are forced against the inner section of pole to hold the goal at a particular height. If the inner section of the support pole slips against the bolts, the bolts may create long scratches in the inner section of the support pole. The bolts may also bend, puncture or otherwise the inner section of the support pole.
Another known approach to adjusting the height of a basketball goal includes a support pole with inner and outer sections that are telescopically connected. One or more retaining pins are inserted through holes in both the inner and outer sections of the telescoping pole. Because the pin extends through the inner section of the support pole rather than engaging the outside surface of the inner section of the pole, the risk of marring or damaging the inner pole is greatly reduced. Once the retaining pins are removed, however, the retaining pins are loose pieces that may easily be lost. In addition, pliers or other tools may be needed to remove or replace the pins. Further, the pins may be very difficult to remove and install.
BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTIONOne aspect of the invention is a support pole for a basketball goal system that may be sized and configured to support a basketball backboard and goal above a playing surface. The support pole may be part of a permanent or portable basketball system.
Another aspect is a support pole for a basketball system that may be adjustable in length. For example, a conventional basketball goal is typically located ten feet above the playing surface, but that height may make it very difficult for children and others to play basketball. The adjustable length support pole, which allows the height of the basketball goal to be raised or lowered, may allow children and others to play basketball. Preferably, the support pole is telescopically adjustable to allow the height of the basketball goal to be adjusted.
Yet another aspect is a support pole for a basketball system that may includes a support pole with an inner section and an outer section. The inner section of the support pole may be telescopically connected to the outer section and an adjustment assembly may allow the length of the support pole to be adjusted. In particular, the adjustment assembly may be sized and configured to normally hold the inner and outer sections of the support pole in a fixed position so that basketball can be played. The adjustment assembly may also allow the inner section and outer sections to move relative to each other to allow the length of the support pole to be adjusted. This may allow the height of the basketball goal to be raised or lowered.
Still another aspect is a support pole for a basketball system that may include at least one support pole section which is adjustable length. The adjustable length support pole section may allow the height of the basketball goal to be raised or lowered to a desired height.
A further aspect is a support pole for a basketball system that may include an adjustment assembly which allows the length of the support pole and/or a section of the support pole to be adjusted. The adjustment assembly, for example, may include one or more surfaces or components that frictionally abut or contact the support pole. In particular, the adjustment assembly may include one or more surfaces that frictionally engage or contact an inner section of the support pole to secure the inner section of the support pole in a generally fixed position relative to an outer section of the support pole. The adjustment assembly may also include one or more surfaces or components that engage or are inserted into one or more openings or apertures. For example, the adjustment assembly may include one or more locking members that are selectively inserted through openings, apertures or depressions to secure the support pole at a desired length and/or secure the at least one support pole section at a desired height.
Still another aspect is a support pole for a basketball system that may include an adjustment assembly with an adjustment mechanism which is sized and configured to allow the height of the basketball goal to be adjusted. For example, the adjustment mechanism may include a handle that can be turned to selectively adjust the length of the support pole and/or the height of at least one support pole section. Also, the adjustment mechanism may include a trigger that can be used to selectively adjust the length of the support pole and/or the height of at least one support pole section. Desirably, the handle and/or the trigger are positioned such that may selectively adjust the length of the support pole and/or the height of at least one support pole section.
Another aspect is a support pole for a basketball system that may be part of a portable basketball system. The portable basketball system may include, for example, a ballast-receiving base that is attached to an end portion of the support pole. The base may rest on a support surface such as a floor, driveway, or other suitable surface, and it may support the pole.
A further aspect is a support pole for a basketball system that may be adjustable in height. For example, the support pole may include a telescoping assembly with an inner section and an outer section. The inner section of the support pole may be movable among a plurality of predetermined positions by telescoping movement within the outer section of the support pole. Desirably, the support pole is adjustable in length in the range from about seven-and-one-half feet to about ten feet. Thus, a wide variety of players may use the basketball system. Of course, the support pole may be adjustable to any other suitable lengths, if desired.
Advantageously, the support pole and the height adjustment assembly may have a pleasing appearance or design. In addition, the support pole and the height adjustment assembly may have few moving parts and these components may be easily manufactured. The support pole and the height adjustment assembly may also have a relatively straight-forward design and these components may be used in connection with any suitable type of basketball system. The support pole and the height adjustment assembly may also be cost effective because they may require few components that can be easily assembled. Further, the height adjustment assembly may securely and easily allows the length of the support pole to be adjusted, and the adjustment assembly may be relatively lightweight. Desirably, a single person may operate the height adjustment assembly and the user may use one or two hands to operate the assembly. It will be appreciated that more than one person may also operate the height adjustment assembly, if desired.
These and other aspects, features and advantages of the present invention will become more fully apparent from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments and appended claims.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGSThe appended drawings contain figures of preferred embodiments to further clarify the above and other aspects, advantages and features of the present invention. It will be appreciated that these drawings depict only preferred embodiments of the invention and are not intended to limits its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail through the use of the accompanying drawings in which:
The present invention is generally directed towards a support pole for a basketball system. The support pole may be adjustable to allow a basketball goal to be supported at various heights. The principles of the present invention, however, are not limited to support poles for basketball systems that are adjustable in height. It will be understood that, in light of the present disclosure, the support pole disclosed herein can be successfully used in connection with other types of sports, activities, or structures.
Additionally, to assist in the description of the support pole, words such as top, bottom, front, rear, right and left may be used to describe the accompanying figures. It will be appreciated, however, that the present invention can be located in a variety of desired positions—including various angles, sideways and even upside down. A detailed description of the support pole now follows.
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To adjust the height of the basketball goal 14, the support pole 12 may include one or more sections that are preferably telescopically, slidably and/or otherwise movably connected. For example, the support pole 12 may include a first support pole section 24a and a second support pole section 24b. The support pole sections 24 are preferably are sized and configured to telescope, slide and/or otherwise move between a first position in which the support pole 12 has a first length and a second position in which the support pole 12 has a second length. Thus, the support pole sections 24 are preferably are sized and configured to move between a first position in which the basketball goal 14 is supported in a generally fixed position at a first height and a second position in which the basketball goal is supported in a generally fixed position at a second, different height.
To telescopically connect the support pole sections, at least a portion of the support pole section 24b may nest within the support pole section 24a as shown, for example, in
The support pole 12 may also include a support pole section 24b that is coupled to a mounting member, which supports the support pole section 24b in a desired position. For example, the support pole section 24b may be coupled to a mounting member such as the support pole section 24a, the base 20 or other suitable structure. At least a portion of the support pole section 24b preferably nests with the mounting member to telescopically, slidably and/or otherwise movably connect the mounting member and the support pole 12. Advantageously, the support pole section 24b may move between a first position in which the basketball goal 14 is at a first height and a second position in which the basketball goal is at a second, different height.
The support pole 12 and/or the support pole sections 24 are preferably constructed of a strong, durable material such as steel, aluminum or other metal, and preferably have a generally cylindrical, tubular configuration. It will be appreciated, however, that the support pole 12 and/or the support pole sections 24 may be constructed from other materials with suitable characteristics. Further, the support pole 12 and/or the support pole sections 24 may have other suitable shapes and/or configurations, such as a generally square or rectangular cross-section.
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As another example, the height of the basketball goal 14 may be adjusted by adjusting the height of the support pole section 24b, and the adjustment assembly 26 is preferably sized and configured to releasably and/or selectively secure the support pole section 24b at various heights. For example, the adjustment assembly 26 may be sized and configured to releasably and/or selectively secure the support pole section 24b in one or more positions, such as a first position in which the basketball goal 14 is at a first height and a second position in which the basketball goal is at a second height. To releasably and/or selectively secure the support pole section 24b at a desired height, at least a portion of the adjustment assembly 26 may move between a first position in which the adjustment assembly secures the support pole section 24b in a generally fixed position and a second position in which the support pole section 24b may move to a desired height.
The adjustment assembly 26, for example, may include one or more surfaces or components that frictionally abut or contact the support pole 12. In particular, the adjustment assembly 26 may include one or more surfaces that frictionally engage or contact the support pole section 24b to secure the support pole section 24b in a generally fixed position relative to the support pole section 24a. The adjustment assembly 26 may also include one or more surfaces or components that engage or are inserted into one or more openings or apertures. For example, the adjustment assembly 26 may include one or more locking members 28 that are selectively inserted through openings, apertures or depressions to secure the support pole 12 at a desired length and/or secure the support pole section 24b at a desired height.
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As another example, the locking member 28 may be sized and configured to releasably and/or selectively secure the support pole section 24b in one or more positions, such as a first position in which the basketball goal 14 is at a first height and a second position in which the basketball goal is at a second height. To releasably and/or selectively secure the support pole section 24b at a desired height, at least a portion of the locking member 28 may move between a first position in which the locking member secures the support pole section 24b in a generally fixed position and a second position in which the support pole section 24b may move to a desired height.
In greater detail, to releasably and/or selectively secure the support pole 12 or the support pole sections 24 in a desired position or height, the locking member 28 preferably may pivot or otherwise move between a locked position and a unlocked position. As shown in
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The adjustment mechanism 34 preferably includes a handle 36, which a person may grasp when adjusting the height of the basketball goal 14. As shown in
In one embodiment, the handle 36 preferably may be turned or otherwise moved to manipulate the position of the locking member 28. By manipulating the locking member 28, the handle 36 may releasably and/or selectively secure the support pole 12 at various lengths and/or the support pole section 24b at various heights, which may releasably and/or selectively securing the basketball goal 14 at a plurality of heights.
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It will be appreciated that the connecting member 44, the trigger 40 and/or the locking member 28 may be sized and configured to allow gravity to apply a force to move the locking member 28 from the unlocked position toward the locked position and/or to move the trigger 40 from the unlocked position toward the locked position. it will also be appreciated that a biasing member, such as a spring, may be sized and configured to bias the locking member 28 from the unlocked position toward the locked position and/or to bias the trigger 40 from the unlocked position toward the locked position.
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The handle support member receiving portions 54 and the handle support members 52 may also have one or more corresponding locking portions (such as outwardly extending portions and inwardly extending portions) to provide an interlocking connection. For example, as shown in
It will be appreciated that the handle support members 52 and the handle support member receiving portions 54 may have any suitable number of locking portions. The handle support members 52 and the handle sections 38 may also be separate components; however, all or a portion of a handle support members and the handle sections could be integrally formed, if desired. Further, the handle sections 38 and/or the handle 36 do not require any handle support sections 52 or the pin 42, and the handle sections 38 and/or the handle 36 may be connected to the support pole section 24b in any other suitable fashion.
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In greater detail, to releasably and/or selectively secure the support pole 12 or the support pole sections 24 in a desired position or height, the latch portion 70 preferably may move between a locked position and an unlocked position. In the locked position, at least a portion of the latch portion 70 may advance beyond an outer surface of the support pole section 24b, advance into or through a locking member receiving portion 32, and/or advance beyond an outer surface of the support pole section 24a. Thus, in the locked position, at least a portion of the latch portion 70 may engage at least a portion of the support pole section 24a and secure the support pole sections 24 in a generally fixed position, which may secure the basketball goal 14 at a generally fixed height. In the unlocked position, the latch portion 70 may retract within an outer surface of the support pole section 24a, retract from a locking member receiving portion 32, and/or retract within an outer surface of the support pole section 24b. Thus, in the unlocked position, the latch portion 70 may allow the support pole sections to move to adjust the length of the support pole 12 and/or the height of the support pole section 24b, which may allow one to adjust the height of the basketball goal 14.
The latch portion 70 of the locking member 28 preferably includes a curvilinear portion, which may help the latch portion 70 move between the locked and unlocked positions. The latch portion 70 may advantageously have a generally oblong cross section, which may help apply forces along a greater distance—which may help avoid more concentrated stresses applied against the support pole section 24a and/or against the locking member. The latch portion 70 may include a plurality of projections or other suitable structures and may have other suitable shapes and configurations. Also, the latch portion 70 may be integrally formed in the locking member 28 as part of a unitary one-piece structure, but the latch portion could be assembled with other separate components as part of the locking member.
The support pole 12, the support pole section 24a and/or the support pole section 24b may be sized and configured to have a range of movement. For example, the support pole sections 24 may be telescopically and/or slidably connected and the telescopic and/or sliding movement of the support pole sections may be restricted to a range of one or more relative positions. Also, for example, the rotational movement of the support pole section 24b and a mounting member (such as, the support pole section 24a) may restricted to a range of one or more relative positions.
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Accordingly, the end portions 78a, 78b of the alignment member 74 may define an upper boundary, a lower boundary, or both, for the length of the support pole 12 and/or the height of the support pole section 24b—and consequently, may define an upper boundary, a lower boundary, or both the height of the basketball goal 14. Advantageously, by defining an upper boundary, the alignment member 74 may help avoid unintentional disconnection of the support pole sections 24. Likewise, by defining a lower boundary, the alignment member 74 may advantageously help prevent damages to the adjustment mechanism 34 if unintentionally dropped. For example, the alignment member 74 may be sized and configure to prevent the adjustment mechanism 34, when unintentionally dropped, from contacting the support pole section 24a. However, it will be appreciated that the alignment member 74 need not define any such boundaries. For example, the alignment member 74 may extend through the top or bottom edges of the support pole section 24b. Further, the support pole 12 does not require any alignment members, such as the alignment members 74, 76.
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In greater detail, the fastener 98 may include a head 100 and a body 102. The head 100 may include a knob, grip or other handle and the body 102 may be inserted into an aperture 104 of the support pole section 24a. As the body 102 of the fastener 98 is received into the aperture 104, the body may contact and/or exert a force against the alignment member 84. The alignment member 84 is preferably constructed of a deformable material, which may deform or deflect in response to the exerted force to engage and/or contact at least a portion of the support pole section 24b. The alignment member 84 preferably frictionally engages the alignment member 74. With the alignment member 84 frictionally engaging the alignment member 74, the alignment member 84 may help secure the support pole 12 in a generally fixed length and/or help secure the support pole 24b at a particular height or relative position to the support pole section 24a. The alignment member 84 is also preferably constructed of a resilient material, which may substantially return to its original shape when the exerted force is removed.
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The bracket 72 and/or the collar 80 may be connected to the support pole section 24a using one or more fasteners or the like. Further, the bracket 72 and/or the collar 80 may be connected to the support pole section 24a using a snap fit, a friction fit, and/or an interference fit. Also, if desired, all or at least a portion of the bracket 72, the collar 80, and/or the alignment members 76, 82, 84 may be integrally formed in the support pole section 24a as part of a unitary, one-piece construction.
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It will be appreciated, however, that the attachment assembly 108 need not be used with a support pole including telescopically, slidably, or movably connected support pole sections, and the attachment assembly could be used with support poles having other suitable constructions. It will also be appreciated that the basketball system 10 does not require the attachment assembly 108, the braces 22 and/or the base 20. Also, the braces 22 may be connected to the support pole 12 and/or to the base 20 in any other suitable fashions or manners depending, for example, upon the intended use or design of the basketball system.
The collars 72, 80, the handle 36, the handle sections 38, the handle support sections 52 and the trigger 40 may be constructed a relatively durable material, such as polypropylene plastic, and using an injection or extrusion molding process. The locking member 28 may be constructed from steel and may have a generally rigid construction. The attachment member 28 may be constructed from metal and may have a generally durable construction. It will be appreciated that the locking member 28, the attachment member 28, the collars 72, 80, the handle 36, the handle sections 38, the handle support sections 52 and the trigger 40 may be constructed of other suitable materials, including but not limited to other types of metals or plastics, and other materials with suitable characteristics. Further, it will be appreciated that the locking member 28, the attachment member 28, the collars 72, 80, the handle 36, the handle sections 38, the handle support sections 52 and the trigger 40 may be constructed using other suitable processes and may have other suitable shapes and/or configurations.
One skilled in the art will also appreciate that although the exemplary embodiments discussed above have been described with respect to support poles for basketball systems, these aspects and features may also be used in connection with other sports. For example, a volleyball net may be connected to, and extend between, a pair of support poles 12 that have an adjustable length. Advantageously, the support poles 12 may be adjusted to position the net at the standard height for men's volleyball, the standard height for women's volleyball, or other heights. It will also be appreciated that these aspects and features may also be used in connection with other types of sports.
Although this invention has been described in terms of certain preferred embodiments, other embodiments apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art are also within the scope of this invention. Accordingly, the scope of the invention is intended to be defined only by the claims which follow.
Claims
1. A basketball system comprising:
- a basketball goal including a basketball backboard and a rim;
- a support pole sized and configured to support the basketball goal, the support pole including a first support pole section and a second support pole section telescopically connected to the first support pole section, the first support pole section and the second support pole section being movable between a first position in which the support pole has a first length to support the basketball goal at a first height and a second position in which the support pole has a second length to support the basketball goal at a second height; and
- an adjustment assembly sized and configured to selectively secure the first and second support pole sections in the first position and the second position, the adjustment assembly including a locking member sized and configured to pivot between a first position in which the locking member secures the first and second support pole sections in a generally fixed position, and a second position in which the first and second support pole sections may telescopically move to adjust the length of the support pole.
2. The basketball system as in claim 1, wherein the adjustment assembly further comprises:
- an adjustment mechanism including a handle and a trigger; and
- a connecting member connecting the trigger to the locking member to allow the trigger to selectively move the locking member between the first position and the second position.
3. The basketball system as in claim 1, wherein the second support pole section includes a plurality of locking member receiving portions sized and configured to receive at least a portion of the locking member in the first position.
4. The basketball system as in claim 1, wherein the locking member includes a latch portion having a generally oblong cross section.
5. The basketball system as in claim 1, wherein the locking member includes a first wall portion, a second wall portion, and an intermediate portion defining a generally U-shaped configuration.
6. The basketball system as in claim 1, wherein the support pole further comprises a plurality of alignment members sized and configured to define at least a portion of the movement of the first and second support pole sections, the plurality of alignment members including an outwardly extending portion and an elongated inwardly extending portion sized and configured to slidably receive at least a portion of the outwardly extending portion.
7. The basketball system as in claim 6, wherein the first support pole includes the elongated inwardly extending portion and wherein the support pole further includes a collar and the collar includes the outwardly extending portion.
8. The basketball system as in claim 6, wherein the plurality of alignment members are sized and configured to define a lower boundary for the length of the support pole.
9. The basketball system as in claim 6, wherein the plurality of alignment members are sized and configured to define an upper boundary for the length of the support pole.
10. The basketball system as in claim 6, wherein the plurality of alignment members are sized and configured to restrict the relative rotational orientation of the first and second support pole sections.
11. A basketball system comprising:
- a basketball goal including a basketball backboard and a rim;
- a support pole sized and configured to support the basketball goal above a playing surface, the support pole comprising: a first support pole section and a second support pole section movably connected to the first support pole section, the first support pole section and the second support pole section being movable between a first position in which the basketball goal is supported at a first height and a second position in which the basketball goal is supported at a second height; and one or more alignment members sized and configured to define at least a portion of the movement of the first support pole section and second support pole section; and
- an adjustment assembly sized and configured to selectively secure the first and second support pole sections in the first position and the second position, the adjustment assembly including a locking member that is sized and configured to move between a first position in which the locking member secures the first and second support pole sections in a generally fixed position, and a second position in which the first and second support pole sections may move to adjust the length of the support pole.
12. The basketball system as in claim 11, wherein the one or more alignment members are sized and configured to define a lower boundary for the length of the support pole.
13. The basketball system as in claim 1 1, wherein the one or more alignment members are sized and configured to define an upper boundary for the length of the support pole.
14. The basketball system as in claim 11, wherein the one or more alignment members are sized and configured to restrict the relative rotational orientation of the first and second support pole sections.
15. The basketball system as in claim 11, wherein the adjustment assembly further comprises:
- an adjustment mechanism including a handle and a trigger; and
- a connecting member connecting the trigger to the locking member.
16. The basketball system as in claim 11, wherein the locking member includes a latch portion having a generally oblong cross section.
17. A basketball system comprising:
- a basketball goal including a basketball backboard and a rim;
- a mounting member;
- a first support pole section movably connected to the mounting member, the first support pole section being movable between a first position in which the basketball goal is supported at a first height and a second position in which the basketball goal is supported at a second height; and
- an adjustment assembly sized and configured to selectively secure the first support pole section in the first position and the second position, the adjustment assembly comprising: a locking member; and an adjustment mechanism including a trigger sized and configured to move between a first position in which the locking member secures the first support pole section in a generally fixed position, and a second position in which the first support pole section may move to adjust the height of the basketball goal.
18. The basketball system as in claim 17, wherein adjustment mechanism further includes a handle and wherein the adjustment assembly further includes a connecting member connecting the trigger and the locking member.
19. The basketball system as in claim 17, wherein the mounting member comprises a second support pole section.
20. The basketball system as in claim 17, wherein the locking member includes a projection having a generally oblong cross section, the projection sized and configured to move between a first position in which the projection secures the first support pole section in a generally fixed position, and a second position in which the first support pole section may move to adjust the height of the basketball goal.
21. A basketball system comprising:
- a basketball goal including a basketball backboard and a rim;
- a support pole including a first support pole section and a second support pole section telescopically connected to the first support pole section;
- a base connected to the section support pole section;
- at least one brace including a first end portion and a second end portion, the first end portion of the at least one brace connected to the base; and
- an attachment assembly connected to the support pole and connected to the second end portion of the at least one brace;
- the first support pole section being telescopically movable between a first position in which at least a portion of the first support pole section is at a first height below the attachment assembly and a second position in which at least a portion of the first support pole section is at a second height above the attachment assembly.
22. The basketball system as in claim 21, wherein the attachment assembly includes an attachment member sized and configured to bite into at least a portion of the support pole.
23. The basketball system as in claim 21, wherein the attachment assembly includes an attachment member having a generally C-shaped configuration.
24. The basketball system as in claim 21, wherein the attachment assembly includes an attachment member having at least one clamping member.
Type: Application
Filed: Mar 21, 2005
Publication Date: Dec 15, 2005
Inventors: S. Nye (Clinton, UT), David Winter (Layton, UT), Robert Astle (Farmington, UT), Carl Stanford (Clinton, UT)
Application Number: 11/085,284