Abstract: Disclosed is an interactive projectile game system that collects projectiles launched by a user toward a target and that returns the launched projectiles to the user. The system includes an actuator, a launcher assembly, a projectile, one or more targets, and a projectile collection system proximal to the targets. A user selects the actuator to activate the launcher assembly to propel the projectile to the user. The user receives or retrieves the projectile and propels the projectile toward the targets in an effort to score points by striking a target. The projectile collection system receives the projectile after being launched by the user, and the projectile collection system transfers the projectile back to the launcher assembly.

Abstract: A roundnet game and components are provided. The roundnet includes a plurality of legs. Each of the plurality of legs contains a first leg socket and a second leg socket. The roundnet further includes a plurality of slotted tubing attached to the plurality of legs forming a perimeter of the roundnet. The roundnet further includes each of the slotted tubing with at least one slot. The roundnet further includes a plurality of track of clips. The roundnet further includes at least one track of clips attached to the at least one slot in each of the plurality of slotted tubing. The roundnet further includes a net forming a playing surface about the perimeter of the roundnet.

Abstract: A retractable sport screen is described. The sport screen includes a head roll mountable to a structure and a screen couplable to the head roll tube being movable between a first position and a second position. The screen is rolled up around the head roll tube when in the first position and extended towards a ground when in the second position. The screen further includes a middle bar received in a first pocket of the screen and spaced from the head roll when the screen is in the second position, a bottom bar received in a second pocket of the screen and spaced from the middle bar in a direction away from the head roll when the screen is in the second position, the bottom bar being weighted to provide tension to the screen to inhibit a launched projectile striking the screen from contacting the structure when the screen is in the second position, and a mounting assembly for mounting the head roll to the structure.

Abstract: The application relates to a foldable rebound net frame includes a surface frame and supporting stands. The surface frame includes a frame structure and a rebound net mounted on the frame structure, the frame structure comprises a plurality of supporting rods and connecting mechanisms, the plurality of supporting rods are connected in a head-to-tail manner by the connecting mechanisms, and two ends of each of the plurality of supporting rods are rotatably mounted on corresponding ones of the connecting mechanisms respectively. The supporting stands are adjustably mounted on corresponding ones of the plurality of supporting rods. The foldable rebound net frame of the disclosure has a simple structure and a low production cost, also has a small size and is convenient to carry in a folded state.

Abstract: A ball rebound device for ball games comprising: a frame structure, a sheet being detachably attached to the front of the frame structure and adjusting means connected to the frame structure, the adjusting means being able to move part of the frame structure, whereby the tension of the sheet can increase or decrease. By stretching the sheet, it is possible to increase the rebound force of the sheet by ball impact. Similarly, the rebound force can be decreased when the sheet is slackened.

Abstract: A tennis training apparatus is provided with a sheet supporting frame to be installed in a training place; a hit ball receiving sheet supported by the sheet supporting frame rises in an inclination state toward a distal end thereof; and a turning guide portion provided at an upper end of the hit ball receiving sheet in an eave shape curved toward a near side. When a ball hit by a player is received by the hit ball receiving sheet, the ball is turned by the turning guide portion to move downward along the hit ball receiving sheet and fly out of the hit ball receiving sheet as a returning ball. The returning ball bounces to return near the player. The hit ball receiving sheet is provided with a returning hit ball guiding structure where the player can select from one or more preferable hitting-back positions.

Abstract: One embodiment provides a foldable throwback device comprising a front frame, a base frame, and telescoping angle members. The front frame is adapted to secure a bounce-back surface and is foldable into at least three sections without removal of the bounce-back surface. The base frame is coupled to the front frame by hinge brackets that allow the base frame to fold substantially flat onto the front frame without significant disassembly. Each telescoping angle member extends from the base frame to the front frame, and is adjustable to allow angling the front frame relative to the base frame. Each telescoping angle member may include a rotation-limiting mechanism and a safety mechanism that prevents unintentional detachment.

Abstract: A rebounding apparatus for returning soccer balls, baseballs and similar projectiles. The apparatus includes a rigid frame with a rebounding surface suspended within the frame. Pivotal support assemblies are used to support the apparatus in both horizontal and vertical orientations. The apparatus can be folded into a compact configuration for transport or storage.

Abstract: A weighted ball rebounder and method for increasing power on an athletic performance provide a trampoline member including a resilient sheet affixed to a peripheral frame pivotally coupled to a base and disposed on a substantially horizontal surface. Stabilizing members prevent the rebounder from moving along the surface when a weighted ball such as a 2–20 pound medicine ball, is rebounded therefrom. The trampoline member is angularly adjustable up to 180° in fixed positions. The method provides a user drawing a weighted ball in a direction away from the rebounder, then abruptly swinging the weighted ball toward the rebounder and releasing. The rebounder returns the weighted ball in flight, to the user.

Abstract: A rebounder for rebounding a ball includes a base; a frame pivotally connected to the base for adjusting an angle of the frame relative to the base, the frame including a first member having a first maximum dimension and a second member having a second maximum dimension less than the first member, the second member structurally supported by the first member; a rebounding mat; a plurality of springs coupling the rebounding mat to the first member, and wherein the second member is disposed forward of the springs and configured to protect the springs from contact by the ball.

Abstract: A projectile retrieval system includes a screw drive for moving bullets and bullet fragments to move bullets from a bullet deceleration area to a remote location without the need for a person to handle the bullets. Preferably, the screw drive is configured so that there is no need to stop use of the bullet deceleration area while the screw drive is transporting the bullets. In a preferred embodiment, a vacuum system is also connected to a transport housing about the screw drive to move lead dust away from the bullet deceleration area.

Abstract: A bouncing net device includes two connection members each composed of two identical parts and three tubes are pivotably connected between the two parts. Each of the connection members has three sets of positioning holes which are located around positions where the three tubes are pivotably connected to the connection member. Three frames are respectively connected between the three tubes on the two connection members. Two covers are pivotably connected to two sides of one of the two parts and connected between the two parts. The three tubes are pivotable relative to the connection members so as to adjust the orientations of the frames. The covers prevent the tubes from pivoted suddenly when folding to avoid hurting the users.

Abstract: A rebound wall for a ball sport game permitting a player to hit a ball to the rebound wall and upon the ball rebounding to again hit the ball. The wall is to include sensors and transducers which can calculate and display scoring values based on where the ball strikes the rebound wall. A player can utilize the wall by himself or herself or with other players or with other players exteriorly of its location by connection electronically of the wall to a central location which is also connected to other walls.

Abstract: A ball returning device comprising a frame and a net disposed within the frame, wherein the horizonal members of the frame are nonlinear so that the attached net is in two sections having a nonlinear angle therebetween. In an alternate embodiment of the present invention, the net is connected to three upstanding members in a nonlinear alignment so that two sections are formed in the net. The adjacent, nonlinear sections in the net improve the practice quality of the user for such games as tennis.

Abstract: A sports apparatus for bouncing back a sports object after the sports object strikes the sports apparatus is also disclosed. The sports apparatus includes a frame defining an opening therethrough and an elastomeric sheet stretched about the frame and covering the opening. The elastomeric sheet is perforated with a plurality of perforations through the sheet and is secured to the frame. The elastomeric sheet flexes upon being struck by the sports object and bounces the sports object back from the sports apparatus. A method of building a sports apparatus for bouncing back a sports object and a hand-held sports racket for striking a sports object are also disclosed. Other embodiments and features of the invention are also disclosed.

Abstract: The ball return system has two horizontal poles, top and bottom, thus stretching the material vertically. The ball return system has two vertical poles, right and left, thus stretching the material horizontally forming the face of the frame. Attached to the horizontal and vertical poles are four angled poles looped through the material, two on left side and two on right side—the top angled poles on either side extend to the ground thus supporting the system—thus attached to a horizontal pole in the mid-section, in front of material of the front frame, causing an infinite amount of different directional returns. The attached weights to the mid-section horizontal pole secure the system.

Abstract: An improved ball rebound device which will deliver a playground type ball such as a soccer ball, basketball, or kick ball which is propelled against the device, back to the user with surprising speed and distance. This ball rebound device utilizes a series of monofilament nylon elastic cords which are independently stung back and forth in a basket-weave fashion within a rectangular frame as a tennis racket is strung. This enables the device to more efficiently convert the kinetic energy of the ball into a powerful rebound back to the user. One embodiment of the device has within its frame the capability for adjustment of the tension of the cords to keep them operating at the desired tension. Another embodiment of the device has the capability for its frame to be adjustably oriented at various angles to the user to better suit the individual practice needs of the user.

Abstract: A bounce back hockey net for use with a hockey puck is disclosed. The hockey net includes a three dimensional frame defining a target area and an elastomeric sheet secured to the frame. The elastomeric sheet is perforated with a plurality of perforations positioned over at least 50% of the surface area of the sheet. The elastomeric sheet flexes upon being struck by the hockey puck and bounces the hockey puck back from the hockey net. A sports apparatus for bouncing back a sports object after the sports object strikes the sports apparatus is also disclosed. The sports apparatus includes a frame defining an opening therethrough and an elastomeric sheet stretched about the frame and covering the opening. The elastomeric sheet is perforated with a plurality of perforations through the sheet and is secured to the frame. The elastomeric sheet flexes upon being struck by the sports object and bounces the sports object back from the sports apparatus.

Abstract: A portable rebound net using a tension adjustable elastic net material lashed to a frame structure is provided. Adjusting the tension of the elastic netting material allows the user to alter the return speed of a ball hit against the rebound net.

Abstract: A ball play system provides a confined play area that has a plurality of balls and a ball cleaning apparatus for cleaning the balls. A target structure is disposed in the play area so that balls which strike a target area pass through a ball supply outlet while balls that miss the target area rebound into the play area. The cleaning apparatus receives balls from a conveyor that communicates with the ball supply outlet of the play area. Cleaned balls from the cleaning apparatus are returned to the play area at a ball inlet by means of a ball return apparatus. The ball return apparatus is a chute, a blower to propel the balls upwardly in the chute to a chute outlet and a rail assembly that receives balls from the chute and returns them to the play area under gravity fee. The rail assembly is serpentine and of a sufficient length so that the cleaned balls undergo drying during transit. A method utilizing this ball play and cleaning system is also disclosed.

Abstract: A portable target stand having one or more targets mounted on a target backer which is adjustably supported by two vertical support posts partially inserted into the ground. The target backer has a left flap portion and a right flap portion which are folded and secured along the edges of the flap portions to the rear surface of the target backer to form two vertical sleeves into which the posts are inserted. The target backer also includes two opposed strength supports formed by an upper flap portion and a lower flap portion, each folded and secured to the rear surface of the target backer. The support posts are inserted and functionally retained in the sleeves to support the target backer.

Abstract: A soccer training device that permits soccer kicking practice from one or more kicking locations and includes a generally vertical screen that is adapted to receive and absorb the kinetic energy of the soccer balls kicked into the screen. A trough is located immediately below the screen and collects the soccer balls dropping therefrom. The trough extends the length of and is generally parallel to the screen and is sloped toward a trough discharge. A soccer ball conveyor receives the soccer balls from the trough discharge and conveys the soccer balls to the kicking location of the kicking area. The training device reliably and consistently returns the soccer balls to the kicker such that, a high speed, highly repetitive soccer kicking exercise can be practiced.

Abstract: A portable golf game includes a house-like housing with a hinged roof and internal supports for holding golf balls. The housing also holds all pieces of the game for convenient storage and transportation. In play, golf balls are putted through the housing via a ball entrance opening, a guide inside the housing, and a ball exit opening. To signify the movement of a ball through the housing, a lever causes the ejection of another golf ball from the housing. A stationary ball deflector is mountable near the ball entrance opening, on either side thereof as selected by the player, for deflecting a ball struck thereagainst into the ball entrance opening. Thin flat tee markers have markings which correspond to distinguishing markings on each of the player's golf balls. A crease apron neear the ball entrance opening has a tongue extending through the ball entrance opening.

Abstract: A ball return assembly for use with a pitching machine in a batting cage includes a conveyor having an endless loop belt with a transport surface provided with a plurality of spaced depressions each adapted to receive a ball. The belt is supported and guided along a generally horizontal ball return path to permit balls in the batting cage to be returned to the pitching machine.

Abstract: A soccerball returner is provided which has a goal portion comprising a ball capturing box-like member with an open front side and a bottom wall which directs a captured ball toward a ball return mechanism. The ball return mechanism includes a ball engaging element, which may be in the form of a motor driven crank arm or a spring loaded solenoid, to impart sufficient momentum to the ball to cause it to be driven away from the soccerball returner.

Abstract: The portable mounting stand apparatus of this invention is adapted to receive a ball return apparatus for the like thereon and provide means for ease of movement from a portable transport condition to a rigid usage condition. The portable mounting stand apparatus includes a main support base assembly; a forward base support assembly secured to a forward portion of the main support base assembly; and a rearward base support assembly connected to a rear portion of the main support base assembly. The forward and rearward base support assemblies are each provided with support wheel assemblies to contact a support surface for ease of movability in the transport position. The rearward base includes a pivotal stationary support assembly having a pivotal stand support assembly which is selectively actuated to move support leg assemblies into and out of contact with the support surface.

Abstract: A shooting range that has a target chamber position at the target end. A camera on the chamber transmits an image of the target to the shooting end where it is displayed on a screen of a video micrometer. The video micrometer has cross hair reticles that measure a shot pattern generated on the target. The video micrometer has a tape recorder for recording the transmitted image, a printer for printing a hard copy of the pattern, a keyboard for data input, and is connectable to a computer for input of the shot pattern data.

Abstract: Apparatus for converting a small trampoline into a ball player's pitchback device for the practice of pitching and fielding. Members fastened to the legs of the trampoline support it on an edge so that its resilient surface is presented at any of various desired angles to the pitcher. The members include a U-shaped supporting member having two parallel legs and a cross leg connecting the two legs at one end thereof. The other free end of each parallel leg is pivoted to a respective first and second trampoline leg. Two brace members are pivoted to a respective third and fourth trampoline leg. The parallel legs are selectively connectible to different locations along a respective brace member to adjust the angle of the trampoline.

Abstract: A lacrosse practice goal assembly including: a generally planar, vertically disposed net; first and second vertically disposed posts, having predetermined flexural characteristics, for supporting the net at lateral side edges thereof; and an anchor assembly for anchoring the first and second posts to a base surface.

Abstract: A multi-purpose ball expelling apparatus which can be used with repeated operations for the training of baseball fielders, batters and pitchers comprising in combination a special netted frame in which a ball can be thrown, collected and pass into a special ball expelling machine which can be adjusted to expell the ball as a grounder, pop-fly or straight pitch. An inverted U-shaped frame is in a generally vertical plane and has a net stretched tightly across it. A brace is connected to each side leg of the U. A rectangular frame is supported in a generally horizontal plane by the U-shaped frame and braces. A second net is also stretched tightly across the rectangular frame. The rectangular frame downward somewhat toward its front edge to direct a ball into the expelling machine. A third net is attached to the top of the U-shaped frame and hangs loosely down to the net on the rectangular frame. This third net has a rectangular opening which serves as a baseball pitching target.

Abstract: This invention relates to an installation for a ball game, of the football type, which comprises a rectangular playing pitch and at least one return panel made of a hard material whose outer surface is inclined towards the pitch. A preferred embodiment of the installation comprises a central obstacle, for example a net enveloping bows, dividing the pitch into two zones of equal surface area, and two panels placed along the sides of the pitch parallel to the central obstacle. Each of the two panels is constituted by four elements mounted on supports in the form of containers and assembled in two's. The two central elements are flat; the two lateral elements are incurved and are concave in the horizontal plane. In this way, any ball struck from the opponent zone onto the panel is returned by said panel onto the zone along which it is placed.

Abstract: A two way soccer goal is disclosed which includes a framework holding a net within it. The goal is joined together in such a way as to allow the framework and net to remain joined even as the goal is disassembled for storage or transporting. The end posts of the framework are open at the bottom ends, thus allowing them to be placed over the two stakes placed into the ground. The two way feature allows the game to be played in a small area by placing the goal in the center of the playing area. One side is the goal of one team, and the opposite side is the goal of the opposing team.

Abstract: Apparatus for supporting and tensioning a net includes a supporting famework and a net tensioning mechanism. The tensioning mechanism includes a hub and a plurality of retainers supported by the hub, all disposed between a back wall of the net and the rear of the supporting framework. The back wall is coupled to the retainers, and a rod with a plurality longitudinally spaced pairs of radially extending legs which may be coupled to the rear of the frame at various longitudinally adjusted positions is provided to adjustably draw the hub rearwardly along a central axis thereby applying tension to side walls of the net.

Abstract: A rebounding ball game comprising a circular planar horizontal court and a deflecting element having a spherical concave rebound surface mounted generally orthogonal to the court, such that a substantial portion of the rebound surface extends above the court and a substantial portion of the court extends forwardly of the rebound surface. Players position themselves on generally opposite sides of the court forwardly of the rebound surface and propel a ball against the rebound surface to deflect onto the court in order to score points. The court may be provided with an aperture defining an out-of-play region, and may be elevated by a tripod or other suitable support. In another embodiment, the deflecting element may be pivoted on a support to be displaced from a position in which it is mounted orthogonal to the court to a position in which it is supported horizontally above the court and shields the court from adverse weather conditions.

Abstract: A ball-game device comprising a baffle wall arranged on a transportable stand is characterized by the fact that the baffle wall has a front surface designed in the shape of a spherical indentation, and there is provided a frame. The frame surrounds the baffle wall and is supported on the stand. The baffle wall is, in turn, supported on the frame by means of at least one flexible fastening element.

Abstract: This invention provides a rebound net, for use in practising tennis, cricket, baseball and/or other games, having a surrounding frame and a net capable of being mounted in the frame, the net being made of a tough, low-extensible material such as nylon with the threads of the net fastened together at their intersections, and a number of attachment clips for fastening said net to the frame, when the attachment clips are arranged around the frame, in such manner as to hold the net under tension sufficient to provide at least 80% rebound in a tennis ball when dropped upon a mid-portion of the net in horizontal position. The net is arranged so that the threads thereof, when the net is held in the frame under tension, extend from the bottom of the frame upwardly on opposite sides of a vertical center line at equal angularity to that center line. That is to say, for a net with a square mesh the diagonals of the mesh extend horizontally and vertically when the frame is in an upright operative position.

Abstract: A ball return device for aiding in the practice of basketball or other games which require that a ball be returned to the player in order to perform repetitive practice routines. The device comprises a receiving basket which may be placed under a basketball hoop and which directs a ball to a pair of rotating heads operable to propel the ball in the direction of the player. An electronic sensing device is operable to change the position of the return mechanism in response to movement of the player and thereby direct balls to the player as he moves about the court. The propelling head may be adjusted to change the elevation at which the ball is propelled and further adjusted to change the force with which the ball is propelled in order to effectively deliver a ball to virtually any location on a basketball court.

Abstract: The apparatus of the invention relates to a recreational apparatus for rebounding balls, and the like, thrown against it. The apparatus is constructed comprising three net planes and four playing surfaces so that two players may simultaneously use the apparatus by playing on opposite sides thereof. The frame has horizontal bars and side legs and can be separated into portions for breakdown purposes. Each of the three net sections is attached to the frame by spaced resilient members.

Abstract: A recreational ball rebound wall having a plurality of rigid, portable panels. The panels are supported in a vertical position by a pair of spaced apart support tracks. The panels are supported on the tracks by rollers whereby the panels are horizontally slidable in an abutting relationship. Alignment studs in the abutting edges of each of the panels and rods extending horizontally through the panels are provided for securing the panels in abutting relationship. Wedges are selectively inserted between at least one of the panels and the tracks to position the panels to form a flat, planar surface when the panels are in abutting relationship.

Abstract: A basketball return device comprises a portable unit for positioning on a basketball court in a location generally underneath a basket into which shooting practice is to be conducted. The device includes a base with a ball-return mechanism therein and a vertically extending chute projecting upwardly from the base and terminating in a hoop-like top opening for positioning substantially directly beneath the basket. The ball-return mechanism includes a horizontal ball-collection and dispersion tube mounted in the base for swinging movement about a vertical axis so that the tube may be positioned to direct balls through an open end thereof to a required location on the court. The ball-return mechanism includes a solenoid operated plunger carried at the back of the tube for projecting balls therethrough and the device may include various electrical controls for automatically and semi-automatically operating the ball-return mechanism.

Abstract: A tennis ball recovery system for use in a full court utilizes an inelastic flexible damping screen hooked onto the back fence of the tennis court, which intercepts the driven ball and drops it onto a resilient apron that extends away from a collection trough. Within the trough there is located a conveyor that will move the balls toward the center of the trough and substantially central of the trough a conduit is provided with positive pressure to move the ball into a conduit and into a receptacle.

Abstract: An angularly adjustable rebound apparatus for athletic training. A generally rectangular front frame carries a rebound net and is spring-mounted on a similar back frame. Behind the back frame a rigid support base presents generally triangular opposite sides, each having a horizontal bottom side rail, a front side rail extending up from the front end of the corresponding bottom side rail, and a diagonal side rail extending down from the upper end of the front side rail to the rear end of the bottom side rail. Each bottom side rail has top openings at intervals along its length for receiving a locking pin on a corresponding slider. Each slider carries the socket of a ball-and-socket joint which connects the slider to the rear end of a rigid rod which is pivotally connected at its front end to the lower end of the back frame.

Abstract: A multiple sport training device which includes a stabilizing base and a vertical support. A vertically adjustable carriage is positioned on the vertical support. Connecting members extend from opposite sides of the carriage for reception of attachment members which are used for sports skills training purposes. The attachment members are rotatable around a horizontal axis so that their vertical attitude may be adjusted. Batting training devices, ball rebounders, catching nets, and batting tees comprise some of the attachment members. Additionally, the vertical support is foldable against the stabilizing base for easy storage and transport wheels are insertable into one of the connecting members to allow easy movement of the device when tilted on its side.

Abstract: A sports net and frame includes inner frame members, a substantially rectangular outer frame and a netting material. The inner frame is characterized by at least two adjusting rods, each rod being attached by spring elements in a spaced relationship to a side of the netting material and substantially perpendicular to each other. The outer frame is attached by spring elements to at least two perpendicular sides of the netting material. Adjustable screws attach each adjusting rod to the outer frame whereby adjustment of the screws results in adjusting the tension in the netting material. The outer frame is further provided with elements for attaching a sports net and frame of identical structure.

Abstract: Tennis training equipment is constructed of a net supported by a frame. The net acts as a catch and return surface for a tennis ball hit against it and is made from vertically extending elastic elements and horizontally extending substantially inelastic elements. The tensions of the vertically extending elements may be varied by adjusting the frame in the vertical direction. The inclination of the net may be varied by tilting the frame. These features permit the flight characteristics of return balls to be controlled according to the abilities of a user of the equipment.

Abstract: A ball rebound apparatus includes a part-cylindrical rebound panel with attachment flanges at the lateral extremities thereof and with parallel end walls closing the axial extremities thereof. The panel is mountable on and between two adjustable, triangular support frames, each having a base rail connectable to the ground or other underlying support surface, a mounting rail to which the rebound panel is attached and a support rail connectable to the base rail at various locations for changing the inclination of the mounting rail. The rebound panel is reversible so that it can be mounted with either its concave surface or its convex surface disposed forwardly. It is also mountable with its cylindrical axis disposed in a vertical plane, with the attachment flanges secured to the support frame, or with its cylindrical axis disposed in a horizontal plane, with its end walls secured to the support frame.

Abstract: The invention comprises a game in which each opposing player utilizes a racquet, a paddle, or a hand to propel a ball onto a game board apparatus having three playing surfaces. These playing surfaces are related to one another at angles which are within a specified range. The rules of the game require that the ball come into contact with the surfaces in a specified order both while serving and during play. The game utilizes a game board that may be incorporated into furniture, may be wall mounted, or may be on a free-standing base.

Abstract: A basketball hoop or goal associated with a backboard in a conventional manner with the hoop including a laterally extending, downwardly inclined shield terminating in a peripheral ring located outwardly of the annular ring defining the hoop or goal through which the ball passes to score points when playing basketball. The shield requires that players release the ball at a point spaced peripherally of the rim of the hoop thereby eliminating the capability of the players "dunking" the ball through the hoop. The replacement of the conventional hoop and net with the hoop and shield reduces the advantages that tall players have while increasing emphasis on speed, team work, long range shooting ability and finesse while decreasing slam dunking, hanging on baskets and contact fouls by spreading the players out rather than having them concentrated in a very small area under the conventional basket.

Abstract: A training net device for all types of ball games includes an inextensible net which is spread between a plurality of parallel rigid posts. The rigid posts are detachably attached by elastic binders to rigid elongated stiffeners on each side of the net. The stiffeners are pivotally connected in consecutive sequence. A locking mechanism for fixing the position of one of the stiffeners relative to an adjacent one is also disclosed. The locking mechanism includes a plurality of notches cooperatively engaging the pivotal connection. The device is then mounted to one of several disclosed support members.

Abstract: The soccer training apparatus consists of a rebounding wall which is about four by eight feet. The wall in turn is yieldably mounted on a rectangular support frame, which frame may be mounted on a usual field sled or any suitable base. Two support rollers are mounted below the wall to track along the support sled, or shelf, if preferred. Tension control of the rebounding surface is accomplished by six control bolts which are ball and socket mounted on the reverse or back side of the rebounding wall and pass through enlarged apertures in the support frame. Suitable compressible springs are mounted about the control bolts and positioned between the rebounding wall and the support frame. The final control of the rebounding surface is accomplished by manually adjustable nuts threaded on the protruding ends of the control bolts.