Abstract: A portable target rack capable of simultaneously holding multiple shooting targets includes a base and arms extending away from the base. Target holders are attached to the arms and spaced along the length of the arms, and a target holder for non-planar targets is attached to the top of the base. The arms and base are collapsible to facilitate transport of the target rack.

Abstract: A collapsible, multi-legged, multi-faceted sports training article comprising a plurality of legs, each of the legs having an upper portion and a lower portion; an equal number of elongate transverse arms, each of the arms having a first end portion and a second end portion; wherein each of the first end portions are retained adjacent the lower portion of the legs; and maintenance means cooperable with the arms to maintain the article erect and to define the article having a plurality of inclined substantially triangular faces. The article represents a more realistic sports training pylon of a practical size which better simulates a real-life playing situation, particularly for use on ice-rinks, and field hockey and soccer playing fields. The article has a typically height selected from 50-120 cm and is readily collapsible for ease of transportation, storage and readily re-erectable.

Abstract: Targets, a target range system, and methods for economical operation of a target range. A preferred method includes providing a target range site; providing a target resembling a conventional target in dimension and appearing, yet having a weight that is substantially less than the weight of the conventional target. The target has a plurality of interconnecting plates made of recyclable material and is devoid of hazards comprising munitions, fuels, and radioactive materials. The ingress and egress routes for the target are reduced as compared to routes for conventional targets and enable cost savings. The targets are also readily recycled, enabling additional economic advantage.

Abstract: A multi-game apparatus has a base, a stationary target and multiple foldable targets. Each of the stationary targets and the multiple foldable targets are assembled by multiple detachable rods and respectively have different game surfaces. The game surfaces of the stationary or the multiple foldable targets can be revealed by pivoting the foldable targets. Different game elements like a loop, a dart target . . . etc. are mounted on the game surfaces to make the multi-game apparatus being able to change into different game apparatus, such that individual purchases of different game apparatus are unneeded and the cost may lower.

Abstract: A golf practice assembly includes a target having a first surface which has three target areas displayed thereon and the target areas are located in a vertical axis passing through a center of the first surface. The users use different golf clubs and try to hit the target areas. The lower target area is designed for the lower number of golf club or for shorter distance between the position that the users stand and the first surface. A ball has a second surface which can be attached with the first surface of the golf practice assembly.

Abstract: This invention is a new-type, full-scale, tank-target silhouette for use in tank gunnery practice with the main gun of a tank. The new target employs lightweight sheet material that is corrugated in the manner of an accordion-door (or pleated) configuration to produce a self-supporting, rigid target silhouette which can be raised and lowered, and which can sustain multiple hits without collapsing. The corrugation configuration, when clamped along the bottom edge of the ridges and grooves, provides the necessary rigidity for the target to stand upright without other vertical structural members which could be hit and destroyed.

Abstract: A target system provides a unified target solution where a plurality of targets are fixed to a base member. This base member allows, for example, easy portability of the plurality of targets as well as provides a mechanism for allowing multiple targets systems to be interconnected and interchanged.

Abstract: The invention provides a hit-scoring apparatus for shooting practice, comprising a target holder consisting of a body constituting the first and second jaws of a clamping device, the first jaw and the second jaw being electrically insulated from one another, means adapted to produce a relative movement between the first jaw and the second jaw, and a target panel clampable between the first and second jaws, the target panel consisting of a plurality of layers including an electrically conductive front layer and an electrically conductive second layer separated and spaced apart from the front layer by at least one electrically non-conductive layer. When the target panel is clamped between the first and second jaws of the target holder, separate electrical contacts are established between the front layer and the first jaw on the one hand, and between the second layer and the second jaw on the other hand, the first and second jaws being further connectable to a hit-scoring unit.

Abstract: A target holding device is disclosed. Preferred embodiments of the invention includes one or more of the following features. First, an automatic reloading feature of the invention allows a first replacement target stored in a target storage region of the device to slide down into a target exposure region of the device after an initially exposed target in the target exposure region is destroyed. Second, a ricochet feature of the invention deflects an incoming projectile to ricochet in a direction away from the shooter of the projectile. Third, a spare target viewing feature enables the shooter to determine whether additional targets are present within the target storage region. Fourth, the mounting feature of the invention positions the target storage region above the target exposure region. Fifth, the target storage region of the device has the capacity to store two or more additional targets.

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 passive pitching target comprises a portable device including a resilient rectangular laminar backstop indentable by a baseball pitched at a velocity of 100 km/hr (62 mph); the target is higher than it is wide, and rests with its base supported on the ground; one planar face of the backstop is fully covered with a laminar resilient pad of synthetic resinous material having a specified resilience to ensure that a pitched baseball striking the target's planar surface is returned to the pitcher at a location of choice, either less than one-half the distance from where the pitch was thrown, to mimic a “bunt”, or, in the general vicinity of the location from where the ball was pitched; the pad is dimensioned for height and width the same as the backstop and is removably affixed in contact with the face of the backboard; the resilient pad, in turn is fully covered with a removably affixed synthetic resinous sheet of material overlying the resilient pad and in intimate contact therewith, the target forming an inde

Abstract: A target system includes a plurality of targets mounted on a center support so that the targets rotate between opposing sides of the center support. Preferably, the targets rotate about an axis which is between 5 and 30 degrees less than vertical, and have faces which are disposed at an angle between 5 and 30 degrees less than vertical.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sports goal having a net with indicia to facilitate aligning the net with the frame of the sports goal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sports goal having tubular members connected by a connector joint. The connector joint is reinforced to increase joint strength and fracture resistance.

Abstract: The present invention is a three-dimensional goal structure comprised of two congruent, generally horizontally-oriented hoops, which are adjoined to three equally spaced vertically oriented goal posts. This solid tubular frame structure has three distinct outside openings, and one circular basket-like opening at its top. The openings in the tubular framework are separated from one another by netting or the like, so that a game ball or similar sized object may not easily pass into one opening without being stopped from exiting via an adjacent opening.

Abstract: The apparatus has a stanchion (10) including a plurality of telescopic members (12, 112, 14, 114, 16) provided with lines of spaced securing holes (22, 12, 1122) extending along the length thereof. A ball target device (20, 120) is detachably and adjustably mounted on the stanchion (10). Telescopic leg assemblies (18, 54, 56) are mounted on thc stanchion (10) intermediate the ends thereof.

Abstract: A target system provides a unified target solution where a plurality of targets are fixed to a base member. This base member allows, for example, easy portability of the plurality of targets as well as provides a mechanism for allowing multiple targets systems to be interconnected and interchanged.

Abstract: A cabinet for housing a dart game board includes an upper portion and a base portion. The upper portion is provided with a slot sized to accept a light fixture and an eyebolt for securing the cabinet to a fixed support. A face board with an opening sized and shaped to receive the dart game board may be assembled with the upper portion. The base portion is provided with a hinged door and with a supporting member extending from the base portion. The cabinet is delivered to a consumer in an unassembled state.

Abstract: A bullet target configured to improve the skills of a shooter includes, in one embodiment, a head plate which is attached to an arm by a resilient or semi-resilient attachment member to allow the head plate to visually deflect when hit by a bullet and to substantially return to its original position. In another embodiment, the improved target utilizes an attachment mechanism which allows the head to rotate relative to the arm within a stop to minimize transfer of vibrations between the head plate and the arm. In a third embodiment, a plurality of head plates are used in alignment and selectively exposed to the shooter to improve decision making ability.

Abstract: A multi-filamentous net or mesh comprising an image visible on only one side is provided. The image is visible only from the primary viewing position without the paint or ink composition absorbing through the fibres to be visible from the back of the net or mesh. This permits the use of multi-filamentous nets or mesh for images or logos without disrupting the spectators' view and/or the use of both sides of the net or mesh for unidirectional images or logos.

Abstract: A game equipment support structure comprises a base, a pole support, and a panel having a support fitting fixedly attached thereto. A first end of the pole support is releasably connectable to the base and a second end of the pole support is releasably connectable to the support fitting. The game equipment support structure is readily configurable between a first panel configuration and a second panel configuration. In the first panel configuration, the panel is oriented generally vertically and a game apparatus is detachably mounted to the panel. In the second panel configuration the panel is oriented generally horizontally to form a table.

Abstract: A durable, adjustable, and collapsible target holder comprised generally of a pair of vertical poles vertically secured end to end, a pair of horizontal poles removable secured at adjustable heights to the vertical poles, and target restraint means secured to the ends of, and running the length of, the said horizontal poles. The target restraint means of the present invention comprise a flexible material capable of withstanding the direct hit of ammunition. Preferably, the target restraint means are a rubber strap with nubbings on the interior thereof to hold the target in place.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to low temperature sputter target/backing plate (10, 15) joining techniques and assemblies made thereby. More specifically, the joining techniques incorporate a mechanical bond between the corresponding target material (10) and backing plate material (15) around the periphery thereof. The resulting target assemblies are free of welding and other high temperature joining.

Abstract: A ring tossing game wherein two or more players compete by tossing rings toward a target structure whereby points are accumulated. Each target structure is elongate and has a first upper surface portion upon which a player may stand while tossing rings toward an opposing structure, and a second upper surface portion defining a plurality of longitudinally aligned ring-receiving bores. A plurality of lightweight rings, sized for mating reception within the ring-receiving bores, is provided for tossing. A point system is disclosed wherein points are awarded to a player upon successfully tossing his or her ring(s) into the target structure bores, and points are deducted when a player exceeds a predetermined score and/or when certain tosses result in point reduction. Scoreboards are provided for all players to facilitate score keeping.

Abstract: A stand for supporting targets which as a base, a vertical support and a holder for the targets. Weights are carried by the base. The vertical support is carried by the base and may be disposed at an angle with respect to the base. The holder is removably attached to the vertical support and may be disposed at an angle with respect thereto. Targets are removably received by the holder. The stand may be leveled to adjust for uneven surfaces on which the base is disposed. The stand is portable and easily assembled and disassembled.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dart board assembly which makes a front dart board positioned on a rear board rotate smoothly while preventing separation due to the vibration from rotation of the front dart board. The front dart board includes a flat panel; a central shaft rearwardly protruding at the center of the flat panel, an inner stepped portion stepped at the inner diameter of the central shaft to a predetermined depth, and an engaging recess formed at the center of the central shaft for engaging a screw spike. A connection shaft is formed with a plurality of stepped portions including a proximal stepped portion inserted into the inner stepped portion of the central shaft, an intermediate portion supported by the inner diameter portion of the rear board, a distal stepped portion stepped and coupled to the inner diameter portion of a ball bearing, and a through hole formed at the center so that the screw spike can be passed through.

Abstract: A foldable joint of a sports goal, especially a foldable joint disposed on a rod body of a goal for soccer, handball, hockey, etc., to facilitate folding for storage and portable transportation; the foldable joint has at least an inner connecting rod, an outer toggle, two pivot bolts and adapters disposed at the distal ends of the rod body; wherein a slot way is disposed in the inner connecting rod for receiving the adapter of the rod body; two ends of the adapter are respectively disposed with the pivot bolts for connection; the outer toggle rotates about the outer periphery of the inner connecting rod to clamp and release thereby controlling the folding for storage and extendable positioning of the connected rod body.

Abstract: A stand for supporting targets which as a base, a vertical support and a holder for the targets. Weights are carried by the base. The vertical support is carried by the base and may be disposed at an angle with respect to the base. The holder is removably attached to the vertical support and may be disposed at an angle with respect thereto. Targets are removably received by the holder. The stand may be leveled to adjust for uneven surfaces on which the base is disposed. The stand is portable and easily assembled and disassembled.

Abstract: A free-standing partitioned goal and games using the goal is provided. The goal is divided into a series of partitions formed by internal net dividers. The front edge of each partition is secured by an interwoven or integral elastic cord carried by a front edge of the partition. The resilient partitions retain balls which are kicked therein, each partition having assigned to it possible varying point values which facilitate training as well as specific games directed to using the goal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a framed dartboard in which a iron rubber sheet is combined with a case member of a picture frame that can make an excellent effect on interior decoration.

Abstract: A mobile practice device for practicing the swinging motion of a baseball bat includes a holding apparatus (14) and strike zone restriction apparatus (16), the strike zone restriction apparatus (16) being supported by and maintained at a distance from and underlying ground surface by the holding apparatus (14). The strike zone restriction apparatus (16) includes a vertical side wall that restricts the swing of the baseball bat (12) by a practicing batter (18).

Abstract: A pitching practice device for indicating and simulating the height and width of a strike zone for a typical batter, the device having a base slightly wider than home plate and two laterally spaced, upwardly extending posts connected to the base, the posts each having a plurality of slidably engaged sleeves that are independently adjustable to indicate the top and bottom of the strike zone, and the posts and sleeves having contrasting colors.

Abstract: My invention of the better golfers aide has helped me by giving me opportunity to practice my golf shots and improve my swing tempo. By being small, compact and practical i can take it virtually everywhere, especially when i travel.

Abstract: A throwing game and goal therefor. At least two skeletal frame members and netlike coverings therefor are provided. Each of the skeletal frame members defines a frontal area encompassed by the respective covering. The frontal area encompassed by one of the skeletal frame members is less than the frontal area encompassed by the other skeletal frame member, and the two skeletal frame members are substantially overlappingly disposed with respect to each other so that the respective netlike coverings form higher point and a lower point goal zones.

Abstract: A multiple part telescoping game housing is disclosed having an upper housing with a game site thereon and a lower housing. The upper housing is movable relative to the lower housing to permit easy positioning and secure locking of the upper housing in a game play position in which the upper housing extends vertically upward from the lower housing, and a retracted storage or transport position in which the upper housing is positioned substantially within the lower housing.

Abstract: A detachable net frame assembly has a ball stopping net, a plurality of support frames, a plurality of connection rods, and a pair of connection seats. The ball stopping net is connected to the support frames. A connection cable is disposed between the connection seats. The support frames are disposed between the connection seats. Each connection rod is connected to two of the support frames. Each support frame has a plurality of flexible tubes, a plurality of connection sleeves, and an elastic element inserted through the flexible tubes and the connection sleeves. Each connection seat receives a first pipe, a second pipe, and a third pipe. The first pipe receives the corresponding support frame. The second pipe receives the corresponding support frame. The third pipe receives the corresponding support frame.

Abstract: A shooting game machine having a gun for projecting bullets using compressed air and targets arranged in a predetermined distance in front of the gun includes a housing which is provided with at least one opening formed on a front wall thereof, a gun supporter mounted inside of the opening on the front wall of the housing for supporting the gun, and a target holding mechanism installed in front of the gun in a predetermined distance for holding at least one target.

Abstract: A collapsible goal frame for ball games has a frame composed by a vertical n-shaped frame, an upper horizontal n-shaped frame, a lower horizontal n-shaped frame and two vertical supporting poles; in particular, connecting tubes are contraposed between the upper horizontal n-shaped frame and the lower horizontal n-shaped frame; the present invention is characterized that two sides of the vertical n-shaped frame are respectively disposed with a 180° bendable joint; on two sides of the upper horizontal n-shaped frame and the lower horizontal n-shaped frame are respectively disposed with a 90° bendable joint; after the supporting pole is detached, the bendable joints of the upper horizontal n-shaped frame and the lower horizontal n-shaped frame are folded toward each other; then the bendable joints on two sides at the center of the vertical n-shaped frame are bent forwardly and downwardly to form a collapsed structure slightly in a W-shape.

Abstract: A stand for supporting targets which as a base, a vertical support and a holder for the targets. Weights are carried by the base. The vertical support is carried by the base and may be disposed at an angle with respect to the base. The holder is removably attached to the vertical support and may be disposed at an angle with respect thereto. Targets are removably received by the holder. The stand may be leveled to adjust for uneven surfaces on which the base is disposed. The stand is portable and easily assembled and disassembled.

Abstract: A cabinet for housing a dart game board includes an upper portion and a base portion. The upper portion is provided with a slot sized to accept a light fixture and an eyebolt for securing the cabinet to a fixed support. A face board with an opening sized and shaped to receive the dart game board may be assembled with the upper portion. The base portion is provided with a hinged door and with a supporting member extending from the base portion. The cabinet is delivered to a consumer in an unassembled state.

Abstract: A device for practising ball sports comprising an enclosure (3) defined by a membrane supported from a self-supporting structure (7), the structure (7) comprising a base (8) having a playing surface (19) and having a forward edge (2) and a support means (9, 10) spaced forwardly and upwardly of the base (8) and supported at least in part from the base (8), the structure (7) further comprising an upstanding frame (11) supported from the sides (12,13) of the base (8) and extending over the base (8), the enclosure (3) being supported from the structure (7) to define a space (6) having an open end (4) and a closed end (5), the space (6) being of a general conical configuration, the open end (4) being supported from the base (8) to maintain the open end (8) in an open condition adjacent the forward edge (2) and the closed end (5) being supported from the support means in spaced relation to the open end (4), wherein the lower portion of the enclosure (3) is inclined downwardly from the closed end (5) to the base (8)

Abstract: A flat goal target can be attached to an available outside (brick) wall, i.e., at a school building. The goal target is a flat fabric, woven or non-woven, i.e., a sturdy vinyl. The image of a goal and goalkeeper is printed on the fabric. Attaching strips, which can be made of stiff or male Velcro material, may be adhesively secured to the brick wall. The adhesive is strong enough to keep the target up, but giving enough not to harm the wall. The target can be set up for practice, and taken down between practice times. This permits the lacrosse player, hockey player, or other athlete to practice by hitting the ball against the wall, with an objective that simulates game conditions. In a variation, thin flat aluminum sheets are positioned behind the goal target in the goal areas not covered by the goalie figure. These act as a sounder to let the player know he or she is on target. As an alternative, the same system can be used to simulate a tennis net. There may be other attachment provided, e.g.

Abstract: A target baffle bracket includes an elongate piece of material having a hanger portion and a backing portion. The backing portion is configured for attachment to adjoining metal plates so as to cover the joint between the plates. The hanger portion is configured for selectively engaging a cable. To facilitate adjustment in the height of the bracket, and thus the baffle which it helps form, the hanger portion includes cable receiving recesses which are disposed in a variety of vertical positions.

Abstract: A multiple part telescoping game housing is disclosed having an upper housing with a game site thereon and a lower housing. The upper housing is movable relative to the lower housing to permit easy positioning and secure locking of the upper housing in a game play position in which the upper housing extends vertically upward from the lower housing, and a retracted storage or transport position in which the upper housing is positioned substantially within the lower housing.

Abstract: A dome-shaped base for a game standard is adapted to support a variety of game standards. The base includes a body defining an elongated standard hole for receiving an elongated standard such as a pole or an elongated tube. The standard hole is oriented substantially in a vertical direction through the body. The body further defines a slot having a substantially horizontal bottom surface and spaced apart vertical surfaces extending away from the horizontal surface. The slot is adapted to support a hoop in a vertical orientation.

Abstract: A target assembly includes special paper on which a target is imprinted and which is stored on a feeder roll in a frame and which is moved past a target area in the frame to either a take-up roll or to an exit slot. If the paper passes through the exit slot, it can be moved past a cutting slot and cut off using a knife or the like. The paper is a special rosin sized sheathing, such as forty pound wax paper, which retains the desired orientation during a target shoot, as well as makes clean, precise holes when impacted by shot whereby a precise record of a shot is made. An area on the paper adjacent to each target can be used to record data pertinent to the shoot whereby a firearm can be sighted in or a load adjusted.

Abstract: A net assembly which allows a user to easily and conveniently practice the launching, throwing or kicking of sports balls (such as baseballs, soccer balls and footballs) in a limited and/or indoor area, and is easily carried, kept or installed. In the net assembly, the net is appropriately tensioned, thus effectively stopping flying balls without failure. The net assembly has a U-shaped base pipe unit laid on a support surface. A main support pipe is mounted to an end of each side arm of the base pipe unit. The support pipe extends upwardly and is inclined outwardly relative to the side arm at an angle of 45°±10°. First and second tension pipes are coupled to each other using a joint, thus forming a tension pipe unit with a holding pin being provided at an outside end of the tension pipe unit for holding a net. The tension pipe unit is mounted to the support pipe at the lower end thereof.

Abstract: A firearm target support utilizes a wooden support frame and separate removable footings for ease in transport and storage. The frame includes a pair of support legs to which the footings are attached when deploying the target support. For storage, each of the footings is removed from the terminus of the support legs, and is attached in a linear manner to the support legs at another location. In this manner, the footings project fore and aft of the support frame to enhance target stability when the target support is deployed, and run lengthwise along the support legs when stored. The replaceable target can either be received directly by the opposed support legs, using grooves formed therein, or it can be received in a separate target frame, which in turn is received between the opposed support legs.

Abstract: A target for an object thrown, struck or otherwise projected by a user. The target includes a number of uprights pivotally mounted to a base. A user projects an object at the uprights in an attempt to knock them down. The target optionally includes a reset mechanism for remotely raising the uprights back into their raised position after they have been knocked down, and a storage bin for storing and transporting equipment.

Abstract: A target clamp includes at least one plate, a biasing element disposed adjacent the plate, and an actuator adjacent the biasing element. When a target is disposed between the biasing element and the plate, the actuator can be moved from a first position to a second position to cause the biasing element to forcefully engage the target, thereby holding the target between the plate and the biasing element.