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 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 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 fibers 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 portable target stand and target for target practice includes an upper rectangular support fabricated of polyvinyl chloride pipes in a rectangular configuration and a target in a square configuration. A plurality of holes are provided through the target. Each hole has a sleeve with a flange on one end for positioning over the front face of the target. Each of the pipes is fabricated of hollow polyvinyl chloride with a central aperture there through for alignment with holes in the target with bolts for coupling. A base assembly has an interior horizontal pipe and an exterior horizontal pipe on each side in spaced parallel relationship; and a central brace with a lower end removably affixed to a lower attachment component which is fixedly secured to the center of the upper horizontal pipe which receives the target with the central brace constituting an effective hypotenuse of a triangle.

Abstract: A target device includes a rear sheet member and a front sheet member each having one or more conductor members aligned with each other, and an intermediate member disposed between the sheet members for separating the conductor members from each other. The intermediate member is compressible or deformable, or includes one or more openings having an area large enough for allowing the conductor members to be contacted with each other when the sheet members are deformed and hit by balls. The target device may be supported in any place or position with a frame.

Abstract: A sports target for practicing baseball throwing, hockey shots or the like comprises a hoop; a net loosely suspended from the hoop and spanning its interior, and a pair of elastic straps for suspending the hoop from a crossbar or the like. The straps splay outwardly to provide an anti-rotation bias to the structure. An inner hoop and net may be suspended within an outer hoop and net for more advanced target practice.

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 safe dart and dartboard assembly includes a safe dart made of light aluminum and having a front head feed with a block magnet having a front end surface, and a dartboard consisting of an attracting board and a frame having a center recess for receiving the attracting board therein. The attracting board has a plurality of score segments marked with a figure and an empty slots bored in boundary lines between every two of the score segments. The dart can be thrown to fly with accelerated speed owing to the gravity center located at the front end of the dart to stand vertically on the attracting board, even if the dart should fall on one of the empty holes, attracted by the comparatively large segment to stand vertically thereon with the flat end surface of the dart being safe to use.

Abstract: A game includes ladder-like targets assembled from tubular rods coupled to each other by various tees and angles. The rods are most preferably a rigid, lightweight, weather-resistant material such as PVC or the like. The couplings can be permanent or removable, depending upon the need for storage or shipping after assembly. Each target includes a plurality of rungs, each spaced from each other by a predetermined distance. Projectiles include two relatively massive ends fabricated from balls similar to golf balls, separated by a flaccid cord or rope. In the most preferred embodiment, the spacing between target rungs is one-half the spacing of the projectile massive ends. The rules of play and various alternative embodiments are also presented.

Abstract: A shooting target system comprising a substantially vertical post having a target assembly comprising a double faced target, a stub shaft and a pivot shaft, the target assembly rotatably mounted upon the post wherein the post further releasably captures the target assembly at each one of a plurality of positions spaced vertically upon the post.

Abstract: This device is a portable training apparatus for the evaluation of the flight trajectory and the horizontal and vertical vectors comprising the flight path of a kicked football at any distance, the device having a portable wheeled base, rigid uprights and movable trajectory indicator which may be set for optimum trajectory angle.

Abstract: An automatic teeing apparatus for a ball. A ball, preferably a baseball or softball, is affixed to one end of an elastic cord such as, for example, a “bungee” cord. The opposing end of the elastic cord is affixed to a stable platform or base plate adapted to support the teeing apparatus on the ground. The length of the elastic cord between the ball and the base portion is coaxially housed within a hollow, substantially cylindrical flexible pedestal mounted in a vertically upright position on the base portion. In a preferred embodiment of the device, the pedestal, the height of which is telescopically adjustable, includes a coil spring having a lower end rigidly affixed to the base portion and an upper end in opposition thereto. A rigid cylindrical tubular member has a lower end, which is concentrically disposed within the upper end of the coil spring and is adjustably attached thereto to permit telescopic adjustment of the tubular member within the coil spring.

Abstract: A backstop and sports ball return assembly for facilitating building a users skill and accuracy by providing the return of a selectable sports ball to the user includes a base assembly. The base assembly includes a collection well and a chute extending from the collection well. The collection well includes an inclined bottom surface and at least one angled wall such that the collection well directs a sports ball towards the chute when the sports ball enters the collection well. A pair of side wall members are coupled to the base. The side wall members extend upwardly from opposite sides of the base assembly. A rear assembly is coupled to the base assembly, the rear assembly extending between the side wall members. A top assembly is coupled to the side wall members and the rear assembly, the top assembly extending generally between the side wall members.

Abstract: A goal assembly includes two lengthwise assemblies and two L-shaped assemblies which are pivotally connected between the two lengthwise assemblies which are parallel with each other on different horizontal planes. Each lengthwise assembly has two sections pivotally connected by a connection member. Each L-shaped assembly includes a post and a widthwise bar pivotally connected with each other. A net is connected to the two lengthwise assemblies and the two L-shaped assemblies.

Abstract: A baseball pitching target having a base with a pair of vertical channels integrated thereon for insertion therein of a foldable simulated batter figure. To maintain the batter figure in an upright position there is behind the figure, also integral with the base, a vertical hollow main frame for receiving therein a tube adjustable in height with a back support/hook assembly at its upper end for attachment to the extended batter figure. This main frame also has an upper shoulder having a pivot thereon for insertion of a hole thereabout at one end of a swingable spring-loaded arm further having a glove target at its other end. Thus, all the player sees is the batter figure without distracting elements, adjustable in height to define a strike zone, and a glove target attached to an arm swingable when hit and automatically returnable to its original position.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a device for retrieving a launched game element comprising frame arrangement defining an enclosure; the enclosure having an opening. The frame arrangement has a number of frame members each of which having a pair of ends. A pair of anchor portions are provided for anchoring one end of each of the frame members and each of the anchor portions is located near a corresponding side of the opening.

Abstract: A heat target for producing, in particular, a thermal image composed of several bands and having at least one layer of electrically conducting material connected to two electrodes that are connected to means able to generate a potential difference between them, the target further comprising at least one module resting on a support and forming all or part of a band the at least one module having at least two longitudinal faces and a supporting structure on all or part of which rests a layer made of the electrically conducting material connected to two electrodes connected to means able to generate a potential difference between them.

Abstract: A flying ball stopping net device including an elastic wire rod assembly which assumes an annular form when it is in a free state lying on a horizontal flat surface. The assembly first and second end members with intermediate members constituting transition members between the first and second members. A flying ball stopping net is provided closing a first end space surrounded by the first member. A flexible first connecting member interconnects the first and second members and counteracts the elastic restoring force of the wire rod assembly to enable imaginary extension planes of the first end space and a second end space to cross each other at a predetermined angle.

Abstract: A target apparatus comprises a supply rod having a first portion and a second portion. A receiver rod has a third portion and a fourth portion. A tubular target dispenser has a hollow portion and has a number of targets and receives the supply rod. The target is coupled over the dispenser and extends to the receiver rod. The first, second, third and fourth portions are sized to be received within the hollow portion.

Abstract: An economical reaction shooting target consisting of three targets movably secured to a frame that supports the targets above the ground. Initially, a central target that stands vertically is presented to the shooter. The central target pivotally attaches to the frame so that the central target falls backward once a bullet strikes it. When the central target falls backward, ears on the central target disengage arms provided on two spring loaded side targets, allowing the side targets to swing forward and be presented to the shooter. Various images of good guys and bad guys may be randomly chosen to be attached to the side targets, requiring the shooter to quickly determine whether to shoot the images on the side targets.

Abstract: A golf practice net assembly which allows a user to easily and conveniently practice tee-shots 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 target carrier for a shooting range. The target carrier includes a two-prong target hook wherein the shaft and prong arms are formed, detachable segments to facilitate replacement of a segment damaged by a bullet.

Abstract: A frog target game including a housing having a top wall, a bottom wall, an open front face, a rear wall, and opposed side walls. The top wall has a plurality of apertures therethrough in a spaced relationship. The plurality of apertures include a central aperture. The central aperture has a frog disposed thereover. The frog has an open mouth aligned with the central aperture. A plurality of chips are provided that are dimensioned for being received within the plurality of apertures of the top wall of the housing. A drawer is provided that is dimensioned for being received within the open front face of the housing. The drawer is comprised of a front wall, a back wall, opposed side walls, a bottom wall, and an open top. The bottom wall has a plurality of compartments formed therein corresponding with the plurality of apertures of the housing. Each of the compartments have an assigned point value. The plurality of compartments include a central compartment corresponding with the central aperture of the housing.

Abstract: An accessory for diabolo juggling may take the form of hand held unit or a free standing unit. In each case, at least one stretchable, flexible, resilient and elastic member is supported by a frame. The elastic member, preferably a bungee cord, is free of any cross-member and in spaced parallel relation to any additional elastic members such that there is an unobstructed region on each side of the elastic member. In one form, there is a horizontal and vertical frame member with a plurality of elastic members supported in spaced parallel relation on transverse members mounted on the frame members. In use the diabolo is propelled toward the accessory, impinges on one or more cords and is propelled away due to the resilient nature of the cords. The free space on each side of the cord permits passage of the cones of the diabolo on each side of the cord to prevent the cone from contacting a fixed component of the accessory and thus slowing down the rotation of the diabolo.

Abstract: A table tennis assembly which includes (i) a net, (ii) a lower playing surface positioned on a first side of the net, and (iii) an upper playing surface positioned on a second side of the net. The upper playing surface is oriented in relation to the net and the lower playing surface such that a ping pong ball rolling on the upper playing surface toward the lower playing surface will be directed (i) over the net and (ii) onto the lower playing surface after the ping pong ball rolls off of the upper playing surface. The table tennis assembly also includes a return surface which extends upwardly from a first rear edge of the upper playing surface.

Abstract: The present invention provides a folding backboard for receiving a dart board thereon. The folding backboard protects a wall, or some other fixed surface, by being able to receive and secure poorly thrown darts without damage to the dart tips. The folding backboard comprises a first section which is foldably attached to a second section. The backboard unfolds into an open position in which the dart board is readily mounted to each section of the folding backboard, and folds into a closed position to minimize the width or height of the backboard for storing or transporting the backboard when the dart board is removed. The present invention also includes a dart center which incorporates the aforementioned folding backboard and further includes a dart board and throw-line marker.

Abstract: A mounting structure for supporting a removable basketball support pole in the ground. In a first embodiment, the mounting structure may include a sleeve body, a clamping mechanism and a cap. The sleeve body has an open end of a predetermined size for receiving the basketball pole. The open end of the sleeve has relief portions, such as grooves, for providing flexibility to permit deformation of the open end of the sleeve to adjust to the size of the basketball pole. The clamping mechanism then may be used to engage the sleeve with the pole and securely support the basketball pole in position. In another embodiment, the clamping mechanism is unnecessary as a portion of the cap forms a wedge. In particular, the cap may include the relief portions and the sleeve has a camming surface whereby a portion of the cap wedges between the camming surface and the pole when the cap is tightened onto the sleeve.

Abstract: A portable net has an erected configuration for stopping the flight of a golf ball and returning it to a selected location and a folded configuration for storage or transport. The portable net has an elastic frame formed of a single elastic member that forms a base and a net support section. A net is connected to the net support section of the frame so that the net extends away from the base in the erected configuration. The frame is configured such that a person may put the frame into a folded configuration by deforming the first and second frame members into a plurality of generally concentric rings. A retainer such as a strap is provided for selectively retaining the frame in the folded configuration. The frame is formed such that elastic forces in the frame spontaneously move the frame to the erected configuration when the retainer is not engaged to retain the frame in the storage configuration.

Abstract: A strong, compact, rugged and inexpensive support system to solidly stabilize a conventional rectangular polyethylene foam archery target. System includes a right support (30) and a left support (20), each manufactured from a single piece of elongated material. Each support includes an upper member (21), a base member (22), a radiused intersection (23) and insertion fingers (24) which are pressed into the target to form the target and supports assembly. The supports system utilizes the target itself for structural rigidity without requiring that the supports (20 and 30) be joined to the ground (or surface upon which the target rests). Additional embodiments include ground anchors (51, 52, 60, 70) for use outdoors and protective bumpers (80) for use indoors. Support system includes means for providing a multiplicity of possible target angles to archer. Supports may be assembled such that they form carrying handles for transportation.

Abstract: A target stand for providing a sturdy lightweight device for holding a target above a surface. The target stand includes the target stand 10 generally comprises a base frame with a pivot bar interposed between the side bars of the base frame. One of the ends of the pivot bar is pivotally coupled to one of the side bars of the base frame while the other end of the pivot bar is pivotally coupled to the other side bar of the base frame. A pair of spaced apart elongate extension arms are included each having a pair of opposite ends. A first end of each of the extension arms is coupled to the pivot bar. A target holder is provided having a seat portion and a pair of spaced apart holding panels coupled to the seat portion of the target holder. A second end of each of the extension arms is coupled to the seat portion of the target holder. The holding panels of the target holder are adapted for holding a target board.

Abstract: A hand assembleable target stand formed by generally elongated frame members joined together into a generally planar target mounting assembly through connector units which define the corners of the assembled frame member. The target mounting assembly is hand assembleable to base units which, when assembled, project generally normal to the plane of the target mounting assembly. A disposable target is provided with stiffening members at its outer opposed margins. The stiffening members are adapted to being clamped to the target mounting assembly so as to hold the disposable target assembled with the target stand. In the disassembled configuration the target stand and the disposable target form a very compact package which is easily transported by one person, and stored in a very small volume. The base unit may be a remote controlled, self propelled mobile unit, if desired.

Abstract: A portable target stand and target including base portion. The base portion has a pair of bottom supports and a pair of T-supports. The pair of bottom supports each having an elbow joint fixedly attached. Each of the elbow joints of each of the pair of bottom supports, will allow releasable coupling of the pair of bottom supports and the pair of T-supports. One of the pair of T-supports has a first center projection. Another of the pair of T-supports has second center projection. An upper support bar has a first upper elbow joint and a second upper elbow joint. A pair of side arms are included and each side arm has an upper free end and a lower free end. Each of the pair of side arms has a receiving slot. The upper free end of each of one of the pair of side arms is releasable coupled with the first upper elbow joint of the upper support bar. The upper free end of another of the pair of side arms is releasable coupled with the second upper elbow joint of the upper support bar.

Abstract: An upright open frame formed by an inverted U-shape member having rigidly interconnected legs entering the earth to support the frame in an upright position. A target anchor bar having sufficient mass to normally hold a target taut within the frame is slidably supported by the legs. Fastener members connected with the bight of the U-shaped frame and the anchor bar are connected with respective end portions of a target to be supported within the frame.

Abstract: An archery target incicia comprising an enlarged, color-distinguished cross-hair representation utilizing orthogonal line systems for use in conjunction with an archery targeting sight. The enlarged cross-hair indicia can be used in conjunction with a conventional bulls-eye representation or without such a center designation while facilitating an accuracy indication for arrows fired into the target. The enlarged cross-hair indicia effectively simulates a cross-hair sight from an archery bow which affords the user the opportunity to make a cross-hair alignment with the arrow loaded into the archery bow to facilitate archery training and shooting accuracy.

Abstract: A goal and method of assembly and transport for accommodating a playing field to a variety of sports includes a segmented horizontal bar (A) supported in elevated position upon upright legs (B) which are carried in hinged relation and provided with rearwardly extending lower support members (C) Which may be folded upwardly from locked position. The members (B) and (C) may then be folded into side by side alignment with the segmented bar (A) which is then in fully folded position with the rearwardly extending net. Support members may also be folded inwardly for completing the package for towing on the dolly (H). Suitable locking mechanism is provided for securing all of the structural components when fully deployed as a fixed goal upon the playing field. These fixed members may then be released for folding into positioning upon the dolly.

Abstract: A multifunction portable target stand (14) comprising an assembly (16) for holding a target (18). A structure (20) is pivotally connected to the holding assembly (16), for supporting the holding assembly (16) in an upright position above the ground (22) when the supporting structure (20) is in an extended position, so that a person (24) with a shooting weapon (26) at a remote location on the ground (22) can shoot at the target (18). A facility (28) on the supporting structure (20) is for transporting the multifunction portable target stand (14) to another location, when the supporting structure (20) is in a folded up position.

Abstract: A marksmanship and weapons training mannequin is disclosed which employs a lifesize mannequin torso in place of the traditional paper targets. The mannequin torso provides more realistic training and provides anatomically correct aiming references. The mannequin is made from an outer skin filled with a flexible interior foam. The outer skin is formed from a flexible material which returns to its original shape even after a projectile passes through it. This resilience allows the mannequin to absorb thousands of rounds and still remain useful as a training tool. Further, the three dimensional nature of the mannequin allows training in realistic circumstances and from angles not possible with paper or hard plastic targets.

Abstract: A target assembly for use with a variety of non-piercing type projectiles or missiles launched to strike or impinge upon the target, whereupon the latter acts effectively to terminate the flight of the missile. The assembly includes a frame defined by flexible and resilient rods disposed to support a shock-sustainable, shock-resistant tensioned web or target sheet. The web itself is fabricated of a shock-sustainable, shock absorbing material, and is tensioned in a taut mode so that the propulsion energy of the missiles projected to impinge upon the web and to impact thereagainst is effectively dampened and absorbed by the target as the flight of the missile is terminated. The resilient rods which support and tension the impact web of the target are engaged in and secured, at their ends remote from the target web, in a support structure which includes a hub-like block or plate and a substrate-carried supporting stand, all set back or positioned rearwardly of the tensioned web or target sheet.

Abstract: A portable dart board stand comprises a base frame and a support frame. The base frame includes a first transverse member, two opposing primary elongated tubular members which extend from opposite ends of the first transverse member, a second transverse member and two opposing secondary elongated tubular members which extend from opposite ends of the second transverse member. Each of the secondary elongated tubular members has an end which is telescopically mounted to a corresponding one of the primary elongated tubular members. The support frame includes a lower transverse member, two opposing lower elongated tubular members which extend from opposite ends of the lower transverse member, an upper transverse member and two opposing upper elongated tubular members which extend from opposite ends of the upper transverse members.

Abstract: A new Bullet Trap System for allowing a user to perform target practice with a gun without fear of the bullets straying and injuring another person or property. The inventive device includes a funnel device having an enlarged end and a narrow end, a storage container is attached to the narrow end, and a support stand securing the funnel device. The enlarged end receives the bullet from the gun whereafter the bullet engages a slanted wall of the funnel device thereby slowing the travel of the bullet. The bullet thereafter projects into the storage container through the narrow end where the user may empty upon filling with the bullets.

Abstract: A portable target stand for placement on the ground for supporting a target, the portable target stand comprising a collapsible support defining an unobstructed opening, a plurality of clamps for adjustingly suspending the target within the unobstructed opening in spaced apart relation relative the collapsible support, and a collapsible base operative for holding the collapsible support in a generally upright configuration.

Abstract: An improved firearm target apparatus (10), including a base member (20) for pivotally supporting an elongated target support member (30) having a pair of support arms (39) for supporting a target body member (50); wherein, the base member (20) is provided with an adjusting unit (14) for varying the vertical orientation of the support member relative to a portion (24) of the base member (20).

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 Human Assailant Simulator Target for firearms training is disclosed. This target consists of a wire frame torso which may be supplied with arms and legs or used without limbs. The target frame may then be fitted with a bullet strike recorder paper having human vital areas or various targets imprinted thereon. Furthermore this paper may easily and inexpensively be replaced. The users of the target may then fit the target with clothes, facial features, hair wigs, masks, or various articles to simulate a person carrying weapons and or goods. The use of the wire frame provides a target that is ninety-eight percent open space in the primary bullet impact area, while the recorder paper allows a user to check accuracy, and quickly renew the target for the next user, while still giving a realistic target for practice.

Abstract: A target attaching apparatus, which provides for the attachment of a target to any available structure, includes a spring-biased clamp connected to a mounting member. The clamp includes an attachment end opposite a handle end, wherein the attachment end is mounted onto a structure, such as a tree branch, and wherein the handle end is employed to open and close the attachment end. The mounting member, which is secured to the clamp, includes a cross-piece having opposed ends with a target secured to each end. In one embodiment, the mounting member is secured to the clamp by an adhesive and the target is secured to the cross-piece also by an adhesive. The user manipulates the spring-biased clamp to open the attachment end for securing the same to an available structure. This provides a variety of angles at which the target can be shot at. The apparatus is primarily of a wooden construction to withstand the impact of multiple bullets or projectiles which are directed toward the target.

Abstract: A tee divider for dividing a tee area of a golf driving range into subsections and for blocking golf balls errantly hit by a first golfer from hitting a second golfer practicing next to the first golfer, comprises a frame having an upper end portion and a lower end portion, mounting feet mounted on the lower end portion of the frame for securing the tee divider on the tee area and for supporting the tee divider in an upright position substantially perpendicular to the plane of the tee area, a deflector sheet extending between the upper end portion of the frame and the lower end portion of the frame for blocking golf balls hit by a first golfer from hitting a second golfer practicing next to the first golfer on the opposite side of the tee divider, and a fastening rope for attaching the deflector sheet to the frame.

Abstract: The stand of the invention consists of a pair of legs angled slightly upwards in the center and to each of which is affixed a perpendicular pivot pin upon which is mounted a horizontal crossbar. The crossbar slides over the pivot pins and is secured by means of set screws. Upon said crossbar are mounted perpendicular vertical uprights affixed to sleeves which are secured by set screws, and the uprights thus may be positioned in infinite positions longitudinally along the crossbar.

Abstract: A target suitable for gun practise comprises a hollow shell defining a concavity within which is disposed a score sheet in three dimensions. The shell is preferably completely open at the back thereof and the score sheet is preferably a planar sheet which is arched for insertion through the open back.

Abstract: A portable sports target frame is described for numerous sports games in which a projectile such as a ball or puck is used. The target frame includes an elongated cross member with uprights mounted at opposed ends. The uprights are mounted by an angular adjustment that enables selective pivotal adjustment of the uprights to positions simulating different sports targets. The cross member is held in the selected angular position by a parallelogram linkage including base standards and a parallel stabilizing link mounting the elongated cross member to a base for pivotal movement while maintaining the uprights in selected angular orientations. A latch is mounted between the linkage and base to permit selective angular positioning of the base standard relative to a platform. A ball or other projectile may be mounted to the platform by a tether which includes an elastic part secured to the projectile and an inelastic part extending to the projectile.

Abstract: A target system utilizes a plurality of flexible sheets as a primary projectile arresting structure. Means are provided to hold the sheets spaced apart to form a set of parallel, co-extensive layers, and to suspend the target system from above. With this configuration the layers are capable of halting a projectile through a combination of phenomena, including the transfer of kinetic energy from the projectile as it pushes against the mass of the target itself, causing a backward and forward rocking motion. The layers may be composed of a lightweight material, and the means used to hold the sheets spaced apart may form a box-like structure when brought together, with the sheets of flexible material being foldable for total inclusion therewithin for storage and portability. The box-like structure may further include a separate compartment to house equipment associated with the firing of a projectile, such as a bow and arrows.