Abstract: The present invention comprises a unique system and method for providing adaptable ball delivery and tracking, including appropriate sensor hardware, interactive gameplay user interfaces and point of sales systems. The system and method of the present invention are especially relevant to baseball and softball as, among other components, the system comprises a vertical, ground-up soft toss ball delivery mechanism, automated player and ball-tracking devices, and ball-collection and transport systems. The ball collection and return components eliminate the need for “fielders” and enable the creation of the first “batting range”. The vertical, ground-up soft-toss pitch machine further enables the first multi-story batting facility with player batting bays that open onto a sports field. Further, certain embodiments of the present invention integrate hitting screens, augmented reality display and simultaneous coordination of gameplay and communication between players, regardless of the players' physical location.

Abstract: An automatic golf ball lifting device is inside the cylindrical cup; when switched-on can remotely, accurately and instinctively know the presence of a “on a hole” golf ball, hence a golf ball on its receiving plate situated approximately 4 inches ground depth, is mechanically raised on the ground level, lifting the golf ball continuously, for faster and easier access; wherein removal of the golf ball prompts the system to automatically lower the top receiving plate to its original position, in preparation for the next ball to be sensed and elevated.

Abstract: A golf ball elevator facilitates retrieval of a golf ball by a golfer after the golfer strokes the golf ball into a golf hole cup on a putting green of a golf course.

Abstract: A golf ball ejection device includes a generally cylindrical cup liner having an open top end, and a curved bottom end with an elongated hollow channel extending downward therefrom. A golf ball ejector is positioned at the bottom end of the channel and is in communication with a controller and a power source. A golf ball sensor and controller timer detect the presence of a golf ball and activate the golf ball ejector upon the completion of a predetermined countdown.

Abstract: Disclosed is a golf ball ejector device for placement within a conventional practice green putting golf cup. The device includes a cylindrical housing constructed and adapted to fit within a conventional golf cup employing a catapult ejector arm recessed into an angular top surface made operational by an actuating switch which is coupled to a drive motor for operation of a timing cam and release of a spring for operation of the catapult ejector arm. The device allows horizontal ejecting of a golf ball when placed beneath the rim of a golf cup.

Abstract: A portable golf practice game consisting of a wall having a front face, rear face, and base. The wall includes a plurality of openings along the base for the entry of an object there-through. Each opening includes an opening sensor to detect the presence of an object there-through. The wall further includes proximity sensors along the base to detect the presence of an object not passing though an opening. The sensors emit a signal which is detected by a processor connected to the wall. Each opening has a corresponding graphic element which displays a value interpreted by the processor. A user chooses a game on the input device, then propels an object toward the wall, a sensor emits a signal, the processor interprets the signal and the graphic element displays an assigned value.

Abstract: A golf putting practice device adapted to serve as a substitute for a floor vent that fits into a floor duct of a forced air circulation system of a building and includes a cup shaped ball receiving enclosure and at least one flat support plate member extended outwardly from the ball receiving enclosure. A bottom of the receiving enclosure includes a ball return mechanism that ejects a ball from such enclosure. A plurality of apertures are formed in the support plate member to allow for air flow through the plate.

Abstract: A putting aid comprising two arms converging to an apex such that an acute angle is formed therebetween is herein described. The two arms have inner faces that include markings, such as a center stripe opposite the apex, that act to improve the visibility of the putting aid. Specifically, the putting aid is arranged to be positioned on a putting green such that the golf cup is between the two arms and the center stripe is approximately four inches behind the golf cup. The putting aid is then oriented such that the apex is opposite the direction of putting relative to the golf cup. The golfer then uses the center stripe as a target when aiming for the golf cup. As a result of this arrangement, the location of the golf cup is more visible and a golfer aiming for the center stripe will tend to putt harder, that is, so that the putt will travel approximately four inches further. The end result is a stronger and more accurate putt.

Abstract: The present invention is a golf ball ejecting apparatus that comprises a sleeve and a main body featuring a solenoid system and surrounded by and attached by sealants to the sleeve. The main body comprises a solenoid-driven plunger, a guide tube, a power source, a housing for the power source, phototransistors, solenoid coil, tapered coil springs, insulating tape, a control circuit panel, a flag stick tube, a golf cup and an end plate. The end plate is positioned under the guide tube and serves as a bottom cover for the main body. The solenoid-driven plunger slides in the guide tube which is positioned under the flag stick tube. The golf cup is positioned above the flag stick tube. The insulating tape is wrapped around the solenoid coil which is wrapped around the flag stick tube. Tapered coil springs connect the power source to the solenoid coil. The control circuit panel is placed on the insulating tape and is connected to the phototransistors.

Abstract: A golf putting practice green with a conventional golf cup and at least one simulated golf hazard. The practice putting green includes a putting mat with a realistic putting surface, a wedge shaped incline, a conventional golf cup and at least one simulated golf hazard. The golf hole and the hazards are formed from openings in the putting mat and cavities in the incline. The incline, and the golf hole and hazards, are positioned proximate to a distal end of the putting mat. An accurately putted golf ball will successfully enter the golf cup and come to rest underneath the putting mat. An errant putt, on the other hand, may enter one of the simulated hazards which protect the golf cup, but will still come to rest at the same resting place as the accurately putted ball.

Abstract: A golf cup is provided for securement to a golf practice putting platform wherein the cup comprises a cylinder defining a hollow chamber having a closed bottom end and a circular open top end. The securement means is provided adjacent the open top end for securing the golf cup to the putting platform. The golf cup is provided with a plurality of gadgetry, mechanically or electronically constructed, to induce laughter to one or more players playing the putting game on a miniature golf putting course. There is also provided a golf tee for securement to the practice putting platform and comprised of a cylinder having a hole therein for securement of a tee element which extends thereabove. The cylinder housing is detachable secured to a support base having securement means for securing the golf tee to the putting platform. Various gadgetry is also connected to the tee to further induce laughter to the players.