Abstract: The goal posts of the ice hockey goal are colored gray instead of the current color red. The goal net is colored red instead of the current color white. The nylon cord of the goal netting is knotted in such a way as to form triangles instead of the current diamonds/squares.

Abstract: A frameless portable suspension system includes a tensional two-dimensional material having a frameless perimeter, opposite upper corners, and a bottom secured to ground, the tensional two-dimensional material located in a vertical plane perpendicular to the ground; a pair of adjustable spring mechanisms coupled to the upper corners and providing the upper corners in tension in an upward vertical direction and a outward horizontal direction, and wherein the tension in the tensional two-dimensional material is adjustable with the adjustable spring mechanisms while the tensional two-dimensional material is under tension and the tensional two-dimensional material is positionable in a vertical plane perpendicular to the ground upon adjustment of the tension in the tensional two-dimensional material with the adjustable spring mechanism.

Abstract: A soccer goal pad comprises an integrally formed foam body for overlying the playing surface of a goal post. The pad is self retained on the post. The goal pad provides impact-cushioning along the playing surface so as to reduce the risk of injury, while minimizing its affect on the trajectory and speed of a soccer goal bouncing off of the padded post. A method of making the goal pad is disclosed.

Abstract: A portable goal assembly that folds in two dimensions is disclosed. The goal assembly includes tubular members, most of which are connected by hinges to facilitate movement between expanded and collapsed configurations. The hinges may be of the releasable lockable sleeve type to provide bracing when the goal assembly is in its expanded configuration. The goal assembly includes a pair of U-shaped, open-ended frames pivoted together by hinges at their open ends and also connected by two diagonal braces mounted to the frame by rotating tee fittings. The diagonal braces fold on hinges when the frames are pivoted substantially parallel to each other to make the goal assembly nearly flat. The center members of each frame also fold on hinges to reduce the size of the goal still further. Once folded for transport or storage, the goal assembly may be carried by a shoulder strap.

Abstract: The puck-deflector is a one-piece moulding in polyurethane, having a sloping apron for deflecting the puck up and into the net. The puck-deflector fits around the bottom pipe of the goalframe, and prevents incoming pucks from striking the bottom pipe, and rebounding back out over the goal-line.

Abstract: A sport or game goal visual aid system includes a visible light assembly that provide a pair of angular visible light coverages next to the goal post (only outside of the goal opening) or a visible light mesh/grid only over the goal opening.

Abstract: A hockey training system for providing a versatile hockey training apparatus capable of providing various hockey training techniques. The hockey training system includes a base having an outer perimeter, a pair of platforms positionable upon the base, a pair of cover members positionable upon the upper portion of the base, a pair of reserve units designed to retain a plurality of pucks and a shooting member for allowing the user to shoot pucks upon. The hockey training system is positionable within a plyometrics position, a stepping box position, a shooting position and a sliding position for providing versatile training for a hockey player within a single unit.

Abstract: An adjustable and portable soccer goal formed from tubular members in a horizontal, vertical and rearward slanting configuration. Segments of the members are used to form the members in varying sizes by adding or taking away segments vertically, horizontally and inclining to achieve desired lengths. The segments are joined together by molded joint connectors extending in most cases to the ends of two segments being joined together and as a cap or insert in other situations when more than two segments are joined at the same location. The soccer goal can be totally disassembled for removal and repositioning with various formed members being disconnected by the use of an efficiently designed connect/disconnect tool.

Abstract: A hockey goaltender skate blade protector for use in conjunction with a hockey goal net is provided. The skate blade protector includes a main body portion having a cylindrical shape. The main body portion includes a bore extending longitudinally therethrough a center portion, and a longitudinally extending post receiving opening formed in a wall of the main body portion. The skate blade protector further includes a gripping means integral with the main body portion for installing the main body portion onto a hockey net goal post and removing the main body portion from the goal post.

Abstract: A frameless portable suspension system includes a tensional two-dimensional material having a frameless perimeter, opposite upper corners, and a bottom secured to ground, the tensional two-dimensional material located in a vertical plane perpendicular to the ground; a pair of adjustable spring mechanisms coupled to the upper corners and providing the upper corners in tension in an upward vertical direction and a outward horizontal direction, and wherein the tension in the tensional two-dimensional material is adjustable with the adjustable spring mechanisms while the tensional two-dimensional material is under tension and the tensional two-dimensional material is positionable in a vertical plane perpendicular to the ground upon adjustment of the tension in the tensional two-dimensional material with the adjustable spring mechanism.

Abstract: A portable ball retriever comprises a first member forming a first closed loop, a second member forming a second closed loop with the first member foldably attached to the second member, supports fitted between the first and second members to sustain the first member against the second member, a fabric cover attached to the first member to substantially cover the first closed loop with a central portion of the cover severed along a line to secure a first opening and a drapery corresponding to the first opening, a fabric catch partially attached to the fabric cover to communicate with the first opening, and straps connecting a rear portion of the fabric catch to the second member.

Abstract: A foldable structure is a singular structure that includes first and second flexible, foldable panels that are pivotally connected to each other along adjacent edge portions. One or more support panels pivotally connects to one of the flexible, foldable panels and removably connects to the other flexible foldable panel. When in an unfolded position, the foldable structure may comprise any of a variety of structures such as, for example, soccer goals, sports goals, basketball hoops, tents, etc. The flexible, foldable panels comprise flexible, foldable, continuous members covered by fabric covers that are sewn together to form the pivotal connections.

Abstract: A portable goal assembly that folds in two dimensions is disclosed. The goal assembly includes tubular members, most of which are connected by hinges to facilitate movement between expanded and collapsed configurations. The hinges may be lockable to provide bracing when the goal assembly is in its expanded configuration. The goal assembly includes a pair of U-shaped, open-ended frames pivoted together by hinges at their open ends and also connected by two diagonal braces mounted to the frame by rotating tee fittings. The diagonal braces fold on hinges when the frames are pivoted substantially parallel to each other to make the goal assembly nearly flat. The center members of each frame also fold on hinges to reduce the size of the goal still further. Once folded for transport or storage, the goal assembly may be carried by a shoulder strap.

Abstract: A hockey training device for teaching hockey puck shooting. The hockey training device includes a panel having a front edge, a back edge, a first side edge and a second side edge, a top side and a bottom side. The top side has an apex extending from the front edge to the back edge such that the panel is divided into two portions angled toward opposite side edges of the panel. A platform is attached to and extends away from the front edge. A net is attached to the top side of the panel and is positioned nearer the back edge than the front edge. Each of a pair of conveyor belts is positioned along one of the first and second side edges of the panel such that pucks sliding down the panel move onto one of the conveyor belts. Each of a pair of motors rotates the conveyor belts.

Abstract: A training device for a goaltender employs a plurality of transceivers mounted within a housing that emit beams that are reflected off of cooperative reflectors attached to a goal. The transceivers and reflectors are aligned such that uninterrupted reflected beams are sensed by the emitting transceiver. A visual indication is provided to a goaltender positioned between the goal and the training device whether the goaltender is positioned so as to block shots from a point between the training device and the goal to a plurality of specified areas of the goal so as to provide feedback to the goaltender with respect to goal coverage.

Abstract: A flat-faced interactive training soccer goal used for soccer practice. The soccer goal has a goal frame held in compression and a net and web frame held in tension for increased rebounding of a soccer ball. The flat-faced soccer goal includes a goal frame made up of a plurality of metal tube sections joined together by plurality of connector sleeves and a pair of corner elbow sleeves for forming a pair of upright posts and a horizontal crossbar. A top portion of the upright posts is joined to opposite ends of the crossbar using the corner elbow sleeves. The corner elbow sleeves are bent at an angle greater than 90 degrees and upward to 110 degrees for forming a trapezoid configuration with the crossbar being parallel to the ground surface. The upright posts are disposed outwardly and at an angle from the vertical. When the goal frame is installed, the upright posts are moved inwardly into a vertical position for forming a rectangular configuration.

Abstract: A game requiring and enhancing ball kicking accuracy, to accomplish the desired result of being the first of two alternating players to kick a soccer ball into, and win possession of, three consecutive squares in a frame consisting of nine square openings, arranged three vertically by three horizontally.

Abstract: A portable paintball bunker for temporary deployment atop a playing surface of a paintball game field to provide a shelter for a player from being hit by a paintball shot from a paintball marker of an opposing player. The bunker includes an open perimeter frame assembly formed of straight tubular frame members including one central upright frame member, two diagonal upper edge frame members and two lower ground-supported frame members and connecting fittings for attaching ends of the tubular frame members together to define two substantially upright planar right triangular shaped perimeter frames having a common upright central edge therebetween defined by the central upright frame member. A flexible cover is also provided including two substantially right triangular panels having a common upright margin, each panel extending over one of the perimeter frames.

Abstract: A soccer training system which has three modes and includes a frame, a net, a target panel, and a rebound panel. The frame with the net secured thereto provides a soccer goal mode; the frame with the target panel positioned across its front provides a soccer target mode; and the frame with the rebound panel positioned across its front provides a soccer rebounder mode. The target panel has cutouts and/or apertures to pass a soccer ball. The rebound panel redirects a kicked ball back toward the kicker. The rebound panel can also be inclined to alter the return angle of the ball. Preferably, elastic corded hooks attach the target panel or the rebound panel to the front of the frame.

Abstract: A hockey target device that incorporates the different positions a player will face in a game play situations. Said hockey target apparatus will replicate and portray five of the most common stances or positions used by a goalie. These stances include the ‘butterfly’ position, ‘left kick save’ position, ‘right kick save’ position, ‘left stack the pads’, ‘right stack the pads’, and the ‘breakaway’ stance. Each image presents a new position with new targets/holes that the shooter can shoot on. The images will attach to the goal post of a hockey net, and motor boxes will pull each new image across to the other goal post until said image locks. A timed sequence will permit each goalie position to be locked for a desired time.

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: A training device for a goaltender employs a plurality of transceivers mounted within a housing that emit beams that are reflected off of cooperative reflectors attached to a goal. The transceivers and reflectors are aligned such that uninterrupted reflected beams are sensed by the emitting transceiver. A visual indication is provided to a goaltender positioned between the goal and the training device whether the goaltender is positioned so as to block shots from a point between the training device and the goal to a plurality of specified areas of the goal so as to provide feedback to the goaltender with respect to goal coverage.

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: 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 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 puck-deflector is a one-piece moulding in polyurethane, having a sloping apron for deflecting the puck up and into the net. The puck-deflector fits around the bottom pipe of the goalframe, and prevents incoming pucks from striking the bottom pipe, and rebounding back out over the goal-line.

Abstract: A soccer goal assembly for allowing the bottom of the net member to be raised off the ground so that the groundskeeper can maintain the grounds upon which the net member rests. The soccer goal assembly includes frame anchor members being adapted to be imbedded in a ground; and also includes a frame assembly being removably attached to the frame anchor members and including first and second tubular members being hingedly attached to one another; and further includes a net member being attached to the first and second tubular members; and also includes fastening members for fastening the first and second tubular members together in a folded position.

Abstract: The hockey light of the present invention is for use in conjunction with a televised sporting event that mimics the lighting system generally used by hockey arenas, both professional and amateur, to indicate a significant event during the game. The hockey light includes a housing generally formed of two components: an upper goal light and a base support system. The hockey light may be activated manually or remotely. The assembly may provide a two-way switch for switching the goal light and sound on or off. The two-way switch provides for switching between activation of the goal light only or simultaneous activation of the goal light and sound system.

Abstract: A free standing net system incorporates a full sized floor for easy ball collection and a built in training target secured to a rear wall of a netted enclosure which is functional for multi-sport use. The netting of the enclosure is 1000 denier polyester, treated for long wear and UV resistance. The floor is constructed of high density nylon with a water-resistant polyurethane coating. The sleeves located at the peripheral edges of the netting are engaged by two shock-corded poles to provide a cantilevered frame portion projecting above and towards the sports enthusiast. The cantilevered frame portion is specifically designed to trap wedge shots during golf practice. Angled side wings of the netted enclosure allow free swinging motion with any golf club to provide a wide angle of capture during golf practice swings.

Abstract: An apparatus for removably securing a sports net to a supporting frame includes a flexible cord that can be wrapped around the supporting frame and through the sports net. The device also includes a fastener with a central portion attached at a central section of the cord and at least one wing extending from the central portion of the fastener. After the cord has been wrapped around the supporting frame and through the sports net, it can be removably secured by wrapping the cord around the fastener so that the cord is held between the fastener wing(s) and the central section of the cord.

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: In one aspect, the invention is directed to a hockey net protector including an outer layer and an inner layer. The outer layer includes an elongate band of tear resistant and puncture resistant material. The outer layer has an inside face, an upper edge and a lower edge. The inner layer has a plurality of grommets mounted thereon for connecting the protector to a hockey net. The inner layer is attached to the inside face of the outer layer, so that the grommets are covered by the outer layer.

Abstract: A frame includes a plurality of L-shaped elbow members and tubes. Each elbow member includes two extension tubes and each extension tube has an open end and a hole is defined through a wall proximate to the open end. Each tube includes two open ends so as to be inserted into the open ends of the extension tubes of the elbow members. Each open end of each of the tubes has a hole defined through a wall proximate to the open ends. A C-shaped connection member is biased in the open end of each tube and has a protrusion which is inserted in the aligned holes of the tubes and the extension tubes.

Abstract: A frame includes a plurality of L-shaped elbow members and tubes. Each elbow member includes two extension tubes and each extension tube has an open end and a hole is defined through a wall proximate to the open end. Each tube includes two open ends so as to be inserted into the open ends of the extension tubes of the elbow members. Each open end of each of the tubes has a hole defined through a wall proximate to the open ends. A C-shaped connection member is biased in the open end of each tube and has a protrusion which is inserted in the aligned holes of the tubes and the extension tubes.

Abstract: A sports goal comprised of a frame formed by a base and an upright portion. The upright portion is pivotally connected to the base and extends upwardly therefrom. The base has parallel legs with a cross member positioned therebetween. The parallel legs of the base are releasably secured to the cross member of the base. The upright portion has parallel legs with a cross member positioned therebetween. The parallel legs of the upright portion are releasably secured to the cross member of the upright portion. The upright portion is pivoted onto the base member and the base legs and upright legs are disengaged from each respective cross member and folded towards the cross members to collapse the sports goal for storage.

Abstract: A sports net assembly for allowing users who play sports that require a goal to replace damaged netting without disassembling an entire net. The sports net assembly includes a sports net assembly for use in playing sports including a frame assembly. The frame assembly has at least one vertical support member. The frame assembly has a plurality of horizontal support members. A netting assembly has a mesh portion and an attachment portion. The attachment portion is removably couplable to the frame assembly. The mesh portion is for defining a sports goal wherein the netting assembly is coupled to the frame assembly. The netting assembly is for receiving a sporting implement such as a soccer ball.

Abstract: A hockey goal having a hockey goal frame and a hockey net connected thereto. In one embodiment, the net is connected by a plurality of open-faced net connection loops positioned around the frame and in a further embodiment, the net is connected by use of a connection web connected to the net edge and extending around the goal frame and a pair of mating connection members.

Abstract: A game requiring and enhancing ball kicking accuracy, to accomplish the desired result of being the first of two alternating players to kick a soccer ball into, and win possession of, three consecutive squares in a frame consisting of nine square openings, arranged three vertically by three horizontally.

Abstract: A hockey goal having a hockey goal frame, a plurality of open-faced net connection loops based around the frame and a hockey net connected to the frame through the open-faced connection loops.

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 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: A portable hockey or soccer goal that can be readily converted between a fully open configuration and a fully closed storage or transport configuration without requiring any assembly or disassembly and having a rear and side stabilizing assembly such that the goal has improved strength while still being collapsible into a compact carrying bag.

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 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: The present invention relates to a sports goal and provides for attaching the mesh or net of the goal to the frame using ties instead of a sleeve attached to the mesh.

Abstract: The present invention 10 discloses a first embodiment having a straight line apparatus consisting of tubular channels 18 that pass through risers 20 that elevate the channels off the ground. The end risers 22 provide a port 24 on one distal end that allows the user to attach other succeeding lengths of channel 30 to the main structure via couplers 26 that are inserted into the end port 24. The second embodiment 34 provides a curved apparatus, consisting of main tubular channels 32 that pass through main risers 34 that elevate the channels 32 off the ground. The main end risers 42 of the main structure provide ports on one distal end to allow the user to attach other units, via main couplers 40, to expand the apparatus to a larger size. The side channels 36 and risers 38 can be removed and snapped together in a stacked fashion for easy storage and transportation of the device. Main end caps 44 are also provided and are attached to the main end riser port when additional stations are not in use.

Abstract: A collapsible sports goal assembly movable between an open position and a closed position has a base frame, a front frame, and a top frame, and one or more connecting leg assemblies to provide support for the goal assembly. The base frame, the front frame, and the top frame respectively include a first leg, a second leg laterally spaced relative to the first leg and oriented approximately parallel thereto, and a third leg extending between the first and second legs. The first leg of the front frame is pivotally connected to the first leg of the base frame, and the second leg of the front frame is pivotally connected to the second leg of the base frame thereby pivotally connecting the front frame to the base frame. The first and second legs of the top frame are pivotally connected to the third leg of the front frame to thereby pivotally connect the top frame to the front frame.

Abstract: A foldable structure is a singular structure that includes first and second flexible, foldable panels that are pivotally connected to each other along adjacent edge portions. One or more support panels pivotally connects to one of the flexible, foldable panels and removably connects to the other flexible foldable panel. When in an unfolded position, the foldable structure may comprise any of a variety of structures such as, for example, soccer goals, sports goals, basketball hoops, tents, etc. The flexible, foldable panels comprise flexible, foldable, continuous members covered by fabric covers that are sewn together to form the pivotal connections.

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 collapsible goal includes two side frames assembled from multiple tubular members and three crossbars extended between the side frames to connect them to each other. Each of the crossbars is pivotally connected at two outer ends to the side frames via two pivots, and includes two symmetrical sections that are pivotally connected to each other via a knuckle. The knuckle allows the two sections of each crossbar to move into vertically parallel positions while outer ends of the crossbar pivotally turns about the pivots, so that the two side frames are pulled toward each other to collapse the goal into a reduced volume. When the crossbar is in a fully extended and straightened state, a sleeve slidably mounted on the crossbar may be moved to enclose the knuckle and firmly hold the crossbar to the straightened state.