Abstract: A golf game having an elongated mat with a first end, a second end, sides, a top surface, and a bottom surface. Adjacent each end are a plurality of holes with each hole having a removable plug. Along the sides, the first end, and the second end are rails that preferably fold up from the edges of the mat by remaining interconnected by male/female slots.

Abstract: A putting training apparatus is a putting training aid for teaching the accuracy of aim when putting in the game of golf. A rectangularly shaped elongated planar member, which has a flat top surface with markings that guide the user to hit the ball with a putter along a straight trajectory and into a putting cup in the elongated planar member at the opposite end from the putting end. An attachable guide having a marker attaches to the putter that the user attempts to keep placed above an offset straight line helping the stroke to move along the straight path.

Abstract: A foamed polymer having a top portion with ruptured cells and a bottom portion of non-ruptured cells is provided. The ruptured cells are formed using mechanical or chemical abrasion to form a plurality of fibrous members that simulate a grass-like surface. The abrasion may be accomplished using sanding or solvents that rupture the cells of the top portion.

Abstract: In one aspect, an apparatus includes first and second end rails, a flexible rectangular playing surface, and first and second side rails. A first end edge of the surface is connected to the first end rail, and a second end edge of the surface is connected to the second end rail. The first and second side rails are configured for removable attachment to the first and second end rails. A method includes unrolling a flexible rectangular playing surface and attaching first and second side rails. Further, an apparatus comprises a rectangular playing surface, a rectangular raised perimeter border, and a plurality of golf course construction elements, wherein at least some of the elements comprise complementary curves so that the elements fit with each other.

Abstract: A golf putting practice device having a box structure with a lid that when open is offset from and disposed at a lower height than the top of said box, the lid forming a ramp, such device including a mat extending from a cup area within the box, down the ramp and extending beyond for putting a golf ball along the mat to the cup, such mat being foldable within the box for storage when the top lid is closed.

Abstract: A bowling game kit suitable for use on a sand beach comprises a backstop and an elongated flexible rectangular sheet of material connected at one end of the backstop and having one or more target holes adjacent the backstop, which can be in register with buckets situated in depressions formed in the sand. The elongated sheet can be wrapped around the backstop, forming an elongated enclosure in which the buckets and other components can be stored and transported.

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments of artificial golf putting greens. In one embodiment, a base assembly comprising a flexible solid base material, the base assembly having a substantially planar top surface, a substantially planar bottom surface, and an outer perimeter that tapers from the top surface to an outer edge of the bottom surface; a putting surface that covers the substantially planar top surface of the base assembly; and a fringe that covers the tapered outer perimeter of the base assembly.

Abstract: An aspect of the invention provides a putting mat including a mat portion, a ball returning net portion, and a pair of bumps. The mat portion is configured for a ball to travel along. The ball returning net portion includes an entrance, a confining net portion, and a slope portion configured to guide the ball in the confining net portion toward and beyond the entrance. The pair of bumps along the two side portions of the mat portion are configured to limit the ball on the central path portion of the mat portion. The mat portion is tilted downward from the first end portion to the second end portion such that the ball is fallen off the entrance of the ball returning net and rolls toward the second end portion of the mat portion.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a portable putting practice device, which is constructed so that a mat 30 is wound up in a roll to be stored in a box 20, and is unwound and pulled out of the box for use. The device includes foldable flexible guide walls which are provided on both side ends of the mat in a longitudinal direction thereof and prevent a golf ball from escaping from the mat when it is in use. When a user desires to store the mat in the box, the guide walls 40, 50 are unfolded outwards relative to left and right ends of the mat such that they are on the same plane as the mat. In this a state, the guide walls are wound. Meanwhile, when the user desires to use the mat 30, the mat is unwound and pulled out of the box 20.

Abstract: An apparatus for practicing putting at home. Such apparatus comprises a foldable enclosure member being formed of two substantially identical portions, each of the substantially identical portions having a base member forming a floor for the foldable enclosure. A first portion having a back end, a left side and a right side engageable with such base member, a second portion having only a left side and a right side engageable with the base member. A preselected material is disposed on top of the base member for use as a putting surface. A predetermined number of holes are disposed in such preselected material and such base member and are positioned at preselected locations. A hinge mechanism is engageable with an underside closely adjacent abutting edges of each of the substantially identical portions of said foldable enclosure for folding said apparatus.

Abstract: A portable golf putting practice kit includes a case member having a base portion with a hinged cover portion. The base portion includes one upstanding hinged wall that pivot outwardly and lies flat on a support surface. A cup and ball return insert member, contained within the base portion, includes a planar plateau section and a ramp section inclined from the base of the hinged wall to the planar plateau section. The plateau section includes at least two cup members extending below the plateau section. A ball return channel extends from the plateau section to the inclined surface at the base of the hinged, upstanding wall. A simulated turf matt member is secured to the plateau section and the ramp section and extends over the horizontal hinged wall onto the support surface beyond the case member. The rolled turf matt member is contained within the case member with the cover portion secure to the base portion in a closed condition.

Abstract: An indoor golf putting green is disclosed comprising base panels (12), base-panel spacers (14), stand-board spacers (54), rails, a stand-board (18) and a putting surface (24). The putting surface is fully contourable providing a large variety of slopes which can be configured on the surface, allowing the user to practise a variety of putts. The stand-board is also contourable, and can be placed around the base panels at a variety of locations thus allowing the user to practise putts of differing length.

Abstract: A carpet putting surface having a longitudinal length longer than its lateral width and comprising a predetermined putting location marking, and a plurality of substantially “V” shaped markings placed apart from the predetermined putting location marking, with each substantially “V” shaped marking having the open end of the “V” closer to the predetermined putting location marking than the closed end of the “V.” An apparatus for practicing golf ball putting comprising a carriage having a spool of carpet putting surface and a golf ball retriever is also disclosed and adapted for use on a bowling alley lane.

Abstract: A golf putting game that will test a player or players skill while attempting to putt a ball on a floor like surface into a uniquely shaped putting cup. The player or players will take turns putting from one (1) of five (5) different hole location markers towards the uniquely shaped putting cup and receive a score according to the rules of play. Each hole location marker represents two (2) holes, except the 9th hole which is singular location marker. The game will include a score pad with columns for a player or players names, score per hole, distance between the hole location markers and the putting cup and a total score of the game for each player. Rules of Play and game set up sheet along with a golf ball and pencil are also included in the game package.

Abstract: An indoor putting game device includes a main body, a plurality of goal boards with different patterns and ball holes of different numbers optionally selected to be mounted on the main body, and a flexible ball course member wound on a shaft in the main body possible to be pulled out from a front end of the main body. The main body has the shaft for winding the ball course member while not used or releasing it out for use. The goal board can be adjusted in its inclination by optionally inserting position pins in a pair of pinholes in two sidewalls of the main body. So the device can be used in playing putting game in various modes, boosting users' interest in playing and achieving game and exercise effect.

Abstract: A portable golf putting practice kit includes a case member, having a base portion with upstanding walls and a planar bottom surface, and a cover portion hinged to the base portion. The base portion includes one upstanding hinged wall, allowing the hinged wall to pivot outwardly from the base portion and lie flat on a support surface. A cup and ball return insert member is contained within the base portion. The insert member includes a ramp section and a planar plateau section, with the ramp section having an inclined surface extending from the base of the hinged upstanding wall to the planar plateau section. The plateau section includes a cup member with a top opening, a sidewall and a closed bottom end, the cup member extending below the plateau section. Ball return channels extend from the plateau section to the inclined surface at the base of the hinged, upstanding wall. The ball return channels are inclined from the plateau section toward the base of the hinged upstanding wall section.

Abstract: A golf practice green apparatus is provided which is capable of transforming between multiple configurations. A first configuration is best suited for actual use as a target green on a golf driving range or the like. In a second configuration the effective width or other dimension of the apparatus is significantly reduced to allow for practical and legal transportation of the golf practice green apparatus over a roadway.

Abstract: A golf practice device that can be utilized for both practice as well as playing of one or more games. The golf practice device includes a base member adapted to be conformable and removably fixable to a ground surface, preferably utilizing securing elements included with the golf practice device. In a preferred embodiment, the base member is formed as a typical green on a golf course and can be a circle, oval, or non-geometric shape. In a further preferred embodiment, the base member includes indicia such as rings, lines, letters, numbers, symbols or the like, with rings being most preferred. The golf practice device further includes an aiming point such as a flagstick. The golf practice device of the present invention is foldable for storage when not in use and can be stored in a case which is relatively small and is designed to be easily carried in a standard golf bag.

Abstract: A carpet putting surface having a longitudinal length longer than its lateral width and comprising a predetermined putting location marking, and a plurality of substantially “V” shaped markings placed apart from the predetermined putting location marking, with each substantially “V” shaped marking having the open end of the “V” closer to the predetermined putting location marking than the closed end of the “V.” An apparatus for practicing golf ball putting comprising a carriage having a spool of carpet putting surface and a golf ball retriever is also disclosed and adapted for use on a bowling alley lane.

Abstract: A putter alignment tool for use in establishing a correct line of putting motion of a golf club head upon a golf ball. An elongated structure includes a first guide wall and a second spaced apart and substantially parallel extending guide wall, the first and second guide walls being secured together proximate at least one of first and second ends. A golf ball placement position is located between the guide walls at an intermediate location between its ends. First and second adjustment mechanisms are associated with at least one of the first and second guide walls. The putter head swing clearance adjustment mechanisms include inwardly projecting portions relative to the guide walls and in order to adjust a width and height (swing window) within the structure proximate the ball placement position, the mechanisms permitting unimpeded travel of the golf club head during a putting stroke.

Abstract: A golf putting training device is described and which includes an elongated frame having opposite ends and sides, and defining a channel therebetween the opposite ends and sides; and a bridge extending between the opposite sides and located intermediate the opposite ends of the frame, and wherein the bridge defines, in part, an aperture through which a golf ball may pass.

Abstract: A golf ball putting practice member has a main body portion provided with one or more golf ball receiving pockets. Each of the pockets has a pocket shape which inhibits a ball rolled into the pocket from rebounding back out of the pocket.

Abstract: The game is a putting pool game played by a plurality of players. The putting pool game includes a game frame, a plurality of ball receiving holes, at least two sets of balls where each set of balls is a different color, at least one striker ball and a plurality of ball striking clubs. Each of the players is assigned a particular set of balls. The game is started by dumping the sets of balls out of a storage bucket into an open area inside of the game frame. One player places the striker ball at one end of the game frame for a first shot and each player takes alternating shots by hitting the striker ball into his particular set of balls in an attempt to project his set of balls through the ball receiving holes.

Abstract: Multiple molded polymeric panels of various configurations are mechanically fastened together along a side surface having alternating upright and downward facing steps containing fastening elements to provide putting greens of different dimensions and shape. Each panel has a planar top surface and a bottom integral grid supporting structure. A simulated grass overlies the joined panels. Raised pads are optionally placed between the top surface of the panels and the simulated grass to provide a contoured green.

Abstract: A golf training device for training player's both approaching skill and putting skill has a main member, a board, an alley, an assisting board and a cage. The main member has two lateral walls and a back wall and the board, the alley and the assisting board are secured on the base member in sequence and a hole is provided thereon to be the goal. The cage consists of a frame and a net wherein the frame is mounted on the walls of the base member and the net is secured to the frame. Three elevating assembly are provided between the base member and the board to change slopes of the board. If a ball flies over the base member, the cage will stop it so that player can practice the approaching skill.

Abstract: An indoor/outdoor, portable, modular practice golf simulation apparatus that can be modified to be used as a putting green or driving mat. The apparatus includes a plurality of modular frame pieces that are coupled together to form a frame. These modular frame pieces may be unitary structures or urethane foam supported structures. A golf simulation surface having varying length and color simulation grass is attached to the frame to allow for use as a putting green or a driving mat. A plurality of cups, with or with ball clearing ducts, may be molded in the frame pieces to provide a wide variety of golf practice situations.

Abstract: A putting practice apparatus (10) including an elongated generally rectangular framework member (20) that supports a putting surface unit (12) including a raised platform member (30) having a simulated grass surface (31) and a cup aperture (32) disposed proximate one end wherein, a ball return pipe (36) and branched ball return pipe segment (37) are operatively associated with the putting surface unit (12) and four screw jack members (40) are disposed adjacent the four corners of the framework member (20) to selectively provide uphill, downhill, right- and left-hand side hill orientations to the raised platform member (30).

Abstract: Multiple molded polymeric units are joined together by side mounted fastening mechanisms. Each polymeric unit is molded as an integral structure with a smooth contoured top surface and a bottom grid like portion. Each polymeric unit has two side walls containing slots for mounting the fastening mechanism. A third side wall joining the two walls is a raised rolled edge higher than the top surface. The polymeric unit has a receptacle for receipt of a golf cup and a water drain hole. A simulated grass layer overlays the smooth top surface of the joined polymeric units.

Abstract: Multiple molded polymeric panels are mechanically fastened together in a lengthwise configuration with a backboard at one end opposite the starting position for a putting stroke. Each panel has a planar top surface and a bottom integral grid supporting structure. The side edges of the panels are raised and the panels are attached together end to end. A simulated grass overlies the joined panels and a receptacle for receiving a golf ball is provided in one panel. A first carrying case contains the panels and backboard and a second carrying case contains the simulated grass and simulated flag stick.

Abstract: Multiple molded polymeric panels of various configurations are mechanically fastened together along a side surface to provide putting greens of different dimensions and shape. Each panel has a planar top surface and a bottom integral grid supporting structure. A simulated grass overlies the joined panels. Raised pads are optionally placed between the top surface of the panels and the simulated grass to provide a contoured green.

Abstract: An apparatus for golf putting practice including a golf ball return sheet with a trough running from a lower first end of the sheet to an upper second end of the sheet and along a center line. The first end is for locating on a putting surface and a support supports the sheet inclined to the putting surface. The support has an upwardly extending wall to stop a ball, and the ball will then roll back down the trough of the sheet. The upwardly extending wall can also have a small target aperture and semi-circular tongue. The apparatus can be returned to a flat condition for storage purposes.

Abstract: Multiple molded polymeric panels of various configurations are mechanically fastened together along a side surface having alternating upright and downward facing steps containing fastening elements to provide putting greens of different dimensions and shape. Each panel has a planar top surface and a bottom integral grid supporting structure. A simulated grass overlies the joined panels. Raised pads are optionally placed between the top surface of the panels and the simulated grass to provide a contoured green.

Abstract: This invention, the “Dual Purpose Golf Putting practice Device”, is characterized by two unique concepts which offers the player a practice device which better simulates the conditions of putting on the golf course green. One is a “vertical target hole”, constructed with “Flaps”, into which properly putt balls role, and disappears as into the hole on the golf course green. The other is the arrangement of “Flaps” in rows, which intercept balls according to their rolling force, enabling the player to practice the required force for putting from various distances. The device consists of a housing, having no bottom surface, a target cage, which provides a circular target as the hole, and row or rows of “Flaps”, which indicate the force of the rolling ball.

Abstract: Multiple molded polymeric panels are mechanically fastened together in a lengthwise configuration with a backboard at one end opposite the starting position for a putting stroke. Each panel has a planar top surface and a bottom integral grid supporting structure. The side edges of the panels are raised and the panels are attached together end to end. A simulated grass overlies the joined panels and a receptacle for receiving a golf ball is provided in one panel. A first carrying case contains the panels and backboard and a second carrying case contains the simulated grass and simulated flag stick.

Abstract: Discloses a portable golf apparatus configurable between a deployed orientation or configuration and a storage orientation or configuration. A target box includes a putting ramp having a putting hole at one end thereof. The putting ramp is accessible external to the target box by an opening from which a putting surface extends when the apparatus is configured in the deployed position. The target includes a hinged lid assembly orientable between a stowed configuration and a deployed configuration. The lid assembly has a media surface, which is positioned to be oriented toward a participant when the lid assembly is in the deployed configuration. Advertising indicia may be placed on the media surface to be viewed by participants when the apparatus is in the deployed configuration.

Abstract: A multiple sport practice apparatus which permits a person to engage in the repetitive striking of such objects at any position, even in a relatively confined location, so as to tone the required muscles, develop muscle memory of the proper motion, and develop the proper execution of the striking motion. The multiple sports practice apparatus includes, a secondary safety net section used as a back up for stray balls, and a impact net section used as the primary target so that projectile that has impinged upon falls to the base of apparatus. The apparatus is arranged to stop the flight of a ball that is incident thereon, and is suspended in Four Corners, to a structure such as rafters or walls in a garage or warehouse, but not limited to. The two nets making the apparatus gather as they rest on playing surface to form a seal at the bottom to catch balls directed toward apparatus. Balls are restrained and caught by the apparatus and laid to rest on playing surface.

Abstract: A golf hole for a miniature golf course is formed of a plurality of components, these components being divided into three distinct types: platform base panels, side rails, and riser feet. Each platform base panel is constructed or molded with attachments for side rails and riser feet. The riser feet are first attached to platform base panels. The platform base panels are laid out in any desired hole configuration within the parameters of the invention, one platform base panel containing the golf cup. Carpet or artificial turf, continuous or in sections, is then cut to fit and laid over platform base panels. The side rails and metal start rails are placed over the edge of the carpet along the perimeter of the hole and secured to the platform base panels. Obstacles may be bolted to the platform base panels at various points on the putting surface.

Abstract: A golf putting practice apparatus for improving one's stroke and accuracy in putting a golf ball with a putter, comprising: two cord positioning and holding members, each member having an inner face portion, and adapted to hold portions of the length of cord in spaced parallel linear alignment between the members; and, a length of cord extending between the two inner face portions of the cord holding and positioning members. The golf ball may be initially positioned and subsequently putted between the parallel portions of the cord; thereby enabling one to better judge the linearity of the stroke of the putter and the accuracy of the putt by reference to the portions of the cord held in parallel and spaced alignment on each side of the ball. A method of using the above apparatus is disclosed which includes the step of applying two strips of colored tape to top portions of the putter in a position which vertically corresponds to the position of the cord therebelow.

Abstract: A putting practice apparatus for practicing putting a golf ball on sloped surfaces. The putting practice apparatus includes a plurality of base members being detachably connected end-to-end to form a continuous artificial putting green upon which a user can practice one's putting with each of the base members having a front end, a back end, sides, a top surface with the top surfaces of the base, members being contoured uniquely relative to one another with at least one of the base members,including a hole disposed in the top surface thereof and being adapted to receive a golf ball; and also includes a cover removably and securely disposed upon the top surfaces of the base members; and further includes a ball return assembly for returning a ball from said hole to the user.

Abstract: A portable putting green for practicing putting which includes an elongate putting mat elevated at one end by an inclined putting structure with a target hole. The putting structure includes an inclined central ramp with the target hole. The angle of inclination and lateral tilt of the putting structure is adjustable using arms pivotally connected to the putting structure which are used to selectively elevate the rear and opposite sides of the putting structure, so as to simulate different holes of a golf course.

Abstract: A golf putting practice device is provided including a base with a substantially planar rectangular configuration defined by a short bottom edge and a pair of elongated side edges and a top edge. Also included is a target situated on the base adjacent to the top edge thereof. Next provided is a peripheral lip coupled to the top edge and side edges of the base and extending upwardly therefrom. Coupled to the base and depending downwardly therefrom is a leg for supporting the base at an angle.

Abstract: Multiple panels, each having a bottom layer of a ribbed rigid polymer bonded to a top layer of a plastic sheet, bonded in turn to an outdoor carpet are joined together by a latch assembly positioned in openings on a side surface of the panels. An ornamental vacuum formed polymer edge to the top layer of plastic sheet surrounds the outer portion of each panel. At least one panel has a through hole in the carpet, top layer and the bottom layer filled with a cup for receipt of a putted golf ball. The bottom surface of the joined panels rests on a substrate such as soil, cement, crushed stone or sand.

Abstract: A golf practice system is provided including a supporting surface having at least one set of concentric rings. Also included is a base positioned on the supporting surface in spaced relationship with the concentric rings.

Abstract: A kit for use in practicing golf, comprising a putting target set, a lag putting target set, a chipping target set, and a general iron play target set. Each of the targets has a first substantially planar surface and a second highly visible, substantially planar surface opposite and substantially parallel to the first substantially plainer surface. The first substantially planar surface has a first surface area adapted to rest on a supporting surface, such as the ground, and the second substantially planar surface has a second surface area sufficient to carry at least a portion of a golf ball thereon when the first substantially planar surface rest on the supporting surface. Each of the targets is made of a material adapted to substantially conform to the supporting surface when the first surface rests on the supporting surface. Also, the overall sizes of targets in each of the sets are preferably different from each other.

Abstract: A putting practice system for aiding golfers in maintaining putting skill levels. The practice system includes a surface contour that is adaptable by a user by inflating one or more air bladders to offer putting challenges not provided by a smooth even putting surface.

Abstract: An apparatus for collecting golf balls comprising a collection assembly having a canopy and a collection net selectively movable between an open position and a collapsed position. In design, the canopy is formed of a durable material having an outer radial portion engaging the distal ends of a plurality of support ribs. Similarly, the collection net has an outer radial portion engaging the distal ends of said support ribs such that the collection net is generally suspended in relation to an interior surface of the canopy. The collection net is preferably formed of a sufficiently durable material capable of absorbing the impact of at least one projectile (e.g., golf ball) and distributing the impact force of the projectile through at least a section of the body of the collection net. An elongated shaft supportably engages the plurality of support ribs, thereby supporting the collection assembly.

Abstract: A portable practice putting green comprising a first flexible layer. A second flexible layer is molded onto the first flexible layer to form a plurality of inflatable chambers therebetween. A third flexible layer is bonded onto the second flexible layer. The third flexible layer has a hole to receive a golf ball putted therein. The first flexible layer, second flexible layer and third flexible layer can be rolled up together to be conveniently placed into storage and safely transported.

Abstract: A golf training device including flat, web material having a transverse dimension of about 1/2 to 3 feet, and a single internal target hole having a diameter of about 4 1/4 inches. The softness, flexibility and thinness of the web material is such that, with the web material placed on a holeless surface, a golf ball rolling thereto by a putting stroke, will be only slightly impeded by both the peripheral boundary of the web material, and the circumferential boundary of the target hole.

Abstract: A portable putting surface is formed of a plurality of separate panels each having opposite left and right side rails removably secured thereto. The side rails in turn have mating ends which are used to assemble the panels into a continuous surface. A continuous length of artificial grass or turf material (e. g., Astroturf, tm) is used to cover the panels to form a reasonably realistic putting surface. The side rails each include a slope adjusting screw, thus enabling the left and right sides of the surface, and different panels of the surface, to be adjusted independently of one another in infinitesimally small increments as desired. The present putting surface may be used to simulate side hill lies on a sloping green, and/or may be used to duplicate very closely the slope of any particular green, from any approach direction. The surface assembles and disassembles easily in a matter of a minute or so, and may be packed into an extremely small package for shipment or storage, as desired.

Abstract: A golf practice apparatus includes a foldable target in a carrying case that is sized to receive the folded target for transportation. The target has a base portion with the flagpole extending from the base portion. A plurality of arms are foldably connected to the base portion at a plurality of points. A flexible target area extends between the arms to form a surface onto which golf balls may be hit. The case has a main compartment sized to receive the folded target. A handle is coupled to the case to assist in transporting the case. A number of secondary compartments including a stake compartment and a ball compartment may be used to carry stakes and balls with a case. The case may also a number of club brackets for securing golf clubs to the outside of the case.