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A multifunctional pick racket and a use method thereof. The multifunctional pick racket comprises a frame component, a first magnetic part arranged on the frame component, a handle fixedly connected with the frame component, and a panel component made of a light-transmitting material. The multifunctional pick racket further comprises a light-emitting component which is continuously formed around the outer periphery of the panel component, wherein the light of the light-emitting component faces the panel component, and when the light-emitting component is started, the panel component can refract the light to form a lighting effect. The use method includes starting the light-emitting component to make the panel component form a lighting effect, holding the handle, swinging the multifunctional pick racket to hit the pick ball to do physical exercise.

A basketball passing machine providing a multi-user mode and related systems and methods are provided. A controller receives programming information for a basketball practice drill including participant information for multiple users. Based on the programming information received, each pass in the basketball practice drill is associated with a respective one of the multiple users. A launching device passes basketballs to locations at a basketball playing area, and participant information is displayed at the front display for an associated one of the users for a respective one of the passes.

A golf apparel article wearable on a lower torso of a golfer is provided. The article includes at least one multi-layered pocket affixed on an outer surface of the golf apparel article for cleaning golf balls and golf equipment such as the club faces of golf clubs. The at least one multi-layered pocket is composed of at least three material layers.

A training and / or amusement device, the device providing a plurality of targets for a projectile propelled by a user. The plurality of targets includes a first opening and a second opening, the second opening being in two-way communication with the first opening via a path through at least a portion of the device such that, in use, a projectile entering the device through the first opening can pass along the path and exit the device through the second opening and vice versa. The device includes at least one indicator operable to direct the user to propel the projectile from outside the device towards one or more of the targets provided by the device. The device also includes at least one sensor operable to sense motion of the projectile along the path.

A hands-free utility belt system is disclosed. The utility belt system includes a flexible belt, a removable bumper locking mechanism, a bumper, and a lead carrier. The flexible belt includes a plurality of apertures and has a first section and a second section, wherein the first section is configured to overlap the second section. The removable bumper locking mechanism is configured to lock together the first section and the second section of the belt. The removable bumper locking mechanism includes a lock and a mounting plate. The lock is configured to couple the removable locking system to the flexible belt through one of the plurality of apertures. The bumper is coupled to the mounting plate. The lead carrier is coupled to the belt and includes a body having an opening on one side and at least one micro-roller, and a lead connector coupled to the body by a post.

Apparatuses, methods, systems, and program products are disclosed for a basketball shooting system. An apparatus includes a frame, at least one rail coupled to the frame, a sled movably connected to the at least one rail and configured to move along a first axis in a z-direction, a shaft connected to the sled in a perpendicular orientation relative to the at least one rail and configured to rotate at least 180 degrees about a rotational axis in a vertical plane defined by a second axis perpendicular to the first axis, a backboard connected to the sled and configured move along the shaft in the vertical plane in a y-direction, and a basketball hoop connected to the backboard.

The invention presents an advanced soccer training system designed to revolutionize traditional practice methods through a synergy of technology and interactivity. It features an integration of sensors, Artificial Intelligence, and Augmented Reality technologies, providing real-time feedback, immersive simulations, and personalized training experiences. The system promotes skill development via data-driven insights and dynamic training environments, supported by mobile application connectivity for customized training regimens and performance analysis. Additional attributes include energy-efficient design, user-friendly transport mechanisms, and extensive multimedia capabilities like video recording and photo capture for skill review, establishing a novel paradigm in athletic training and development.

A magnetic pickleball comprising a hollow body and a plurality of second magnetic parts attached to the body, wherein, the body is provided with a roughly spherical outer hub, and a plurality of holes are also formed on the body, and the plurality of holes are evenly distributed around an outer surface of the body; and wherein the second magnetic part comprises a closed end and an open end, and a diameter of the closed end is larger than that of the hole; and wherein when the plurality of second magnetic parts are attached to the body, the open end is embedded in the holes, so that the body forms a substantially regular ball.

A system includes: a golf range; targets on the golf range; a building including golf bays including golf ball dispensers, each including a receptacle, a passageway, a gateway, and a display device embedded in the golf ball dispenser; at least one golf ball sensor; one or more computers communicatively coupled with the at least one golf ball sensor and the golf ball dispensers, the one or more computers being configured to track a golf ball in flight on the golf range, identify where the golf ball lands on the golf range, identify the golf bay from which the golf ball was hit, and present information, regarding the golf ball hit from the golf bay, on the display device of the golf ball dispenser associated with the golf bay, the information being in accordance with where the golf ball lands on the golf range.

A basketball backboard interaction tracking system that captures, processes, and visually communicates data related to basketball interactions for enhanced player engagement and training. The system includes two configurations: an initial configuration with a transparent glass backboard positioned in front of a display and a second, modular configuration without an integrated display. The initial configuration uses various sensor types, including fisheye cameras, light curtains, microphones, and infrared or ultrasonic sensors, to track basketball interactions, with real-time feedback displayed on the integrated screen or a mobile interface. The second configuration, optimized for environments without a display, includes sensor modules with pressure sensors, RFID readers, or sound-triangulating microphones. Both configurations incorporate a controller unit for processing sensor data, a cloud or on-premises server for data storage, at least one power supply, and a user interface for real-time feedback. This system supports interactive training, game statistics, and data analysis for skill improvement.

An interactive game virtualization and practicing system is disclosed. The system comprises one or more interactive passing devices and one or more interactive goal targets. Wherein, each of the goal targets and passing devices includes electronic components such as a Bluetooth microcontroller unit, a light, sensors, a battery and a printed circuit board. The system also includes a support structure, wherein the goal targets are attached to the support structure. The system further includes a propelling device, a puck and a software application of a user device, wherein the software application serves as the control center for the system, wherein the system components are configured to perform the method of practicing a sports game.

A luminous frame assembly includes a support frame and a pod light device detachably mounted on the support frame. The pod light device includes a housing, light guide bars, and an electronic assembly. The light guide bars are connected to the housing at intervals along a radial direction, with one end of each of the light guide bars, away from the housing, protruding upward and / or downward from the housing. The electronic assembly includes a main board and light-emitting components, with the light-emitting components connected to the light guide bars. When the light-emitting components emit light, a unique visual effect is produced, and top and / or bottom of the support frame are illuminated for providing a clear target to facilitate nighttime play or sports, thereby improving user experience and practicality.

Provided is a system for robotic collaboration. A first robotic device executes a first action and a second robotic device executes a second action upon the first robotic device completing the first action. An application of a communication device is paired with the first robotic device and the second robotic device. The application is configured to receive at least one input designating, for example, a hitting speed of a tennis ball, a hitting direction of a tennis ball, a unique tag of a subarea in a map of an environment, a task schedule of the first robotic or second robotic device, a driving speed, a selection of a particular user profile, an instruction to drive to a user-identified location, an instruction to turn in a left or right direction, an instruction to drive forwards or backwards, an instruction to stop moving, etc.

A portable golf ball holder includes a ball holder and a clip. The ball holder includes a flexible frame. The frame includes at least one ball-holding unit. The ball-holding unit has an entrance, a circular hole, a pair of expandable frame arms, and a curved recess. The clip is disposed on the rear end of the frame and has a clip body. The clip body has a bent portion connected to the frame to form a clip groove. When a golf ball is placed into the pair of frame arms from the entrance, the golf ball will be accommodated in the curved recess. The overall structure enhances the convenience for golfers to carry golf balls with them for use.

A method, apparatus, and system are disclosed for a robot with tennis ball gathering capabilities. A robot is configured to collect, transport, and deposit for storage tennis balls and other light-mobile sports equipment such as are used in table tennis, badminton, squash, pickleball, golf, basketball, dodgeball, floor hockey, indoor soccer, etc., to assist a player in practice without need for additional support personnel or manual ball retrieval by the player.

Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, for example, obtaining current video content of a player repeatedly performing a physical skill, analyzing the current video content based on previous video content, the previous video content comprises other video content of the player repeatedly performing the physical skill, determining biomechanic metrics of the player performing the physical skill based on the analysis, and determining each biomechanic metric of a portion of the biomechanic metrics does not satisfy a respective biomechanic metric success rate. Further embodiments include generating a first image of the player performing the physical skill from the current video content, generating a second image of the player performing the physical skill from the previous video content, and presenting the first image and the second image simultaneously and indicating the portion of the biomechanics that did not satisfy the respective biomechanic metric success rate. Other embodiments are disclosed.

A pickleball training apparatus comprising a strap, a chord, and a pickleball ball wherein the chord is interposedly connected to the strap and the pickleball ball. The strap comprises a hook and loop fastener, thereby enabling a user to secure the strap to a pickleball paddle by wrapping the strap around the handle of the paddle. The chord, being an elastic band, enables the user to volley the pickleball ball off of the paddle, such that the material properties of the chord return the pickleball ball back to the user.

A multi-game arcade-type apparatus includes a framework, a first goal assembly, a ball return chute, and a second goal assembly. The first goal assembly receives tossed balls in a first game and is attached to a support portion of the framework. The ball return chute includes a bed and sidewalls for collecting balls from the first goal assembly and is attached between the support portion and a foldable portion of the framework. The second goal assembly receives tossed bean bags tossed in a second game and is attached to the bed. A rectangular front-end frame attached to the foldable portion includes a moveable upper cross member. In a first lower position, the moveable upper cross member stops the returning balls of the first game. In a second higher position, the moveable upper cross member acts as part of a third goal assembly for ladder balls tossed in a third game.

A basketball stand comprises a main pole and a base assembly, the base assembly is disposed on a bottom side of the main pole and has at least three support poles, at least three support pads and at least three weight blocks, the support poles are annularly disposed around the main pole, a bottom end of each of the support poles is capable of expanding outwardly or retracting inwardly; the support pads are respectively pivotally connected to the bottom ends of the support poles; the weight blocks are respectively installed on the support pads. When the base assembly is unfolded, the support poles are in contact with the ground via the support pads.

A connected hockey training system that records and generates digital displays of the position and parameters of a smart hockey puck. The system is also configured to providing training programs about which the smart hockey puck is used to track progress of those training tasks and generate a score or other statistical parameters related thereto, such as feedback on stickhandling and shooting performance.

The information processing apparatus generates three-dimensional shape data representing a three-dimensional shape of a first object by using a plurality of images obtained by a plurality of imaging apparatuses capturing the first object. The information processing apparatus estimates a size of the first object by using the three-dimensional shape data. The information processing apparatus specifies a position of a second object that is captured by the plurality of imaging apparatuses based on results of a comparison between the estimated size of the first object and a predetermined reference value.

A golf ball identification apparatus and system for is disclosed herein. The golf ball identification apparatus includes a housing, a cover, a helical track within the housing, and an antenna. The antenna is positioned at a bottom of the housing and is configured to identify a golf ball that has a wireless identification device.

The invention discloses a player training auxiliary system based on previous football match videos, and relates to the technical field of football auxiliary training, which comprises a video acquisition module, a video analysis module, a player evaluation module, a visualization module and a video marking module, the player evaluation module comprises a personal data analysis unit, a team cooperation data analysis unit and a comprehensive evaluation unit, the personal data analysis unit is used for evaluating the personal ability of players, team cooperation data is used for evaluating the team cooperation ability of the players, and the comprehensive evaluation unit is used for comprehensively evaluating the players; the system has the advantages that the training direction is judged by comprehensively analyzing the personal ability and team cooperation ability of players and setting a threshold value, evaluation stability is guaranteed in combination with multi-game data, then the comprehensive ability score of the players is calculated through the comprehensive evaluation unit, and the score at the critical moment and the game difficulty coefficient are introduced, so that a training plan can be accurately formulated, and the training efficiency is improved. And the auxiliary training quality of the system is improved.

Embodiments of multi-component putters comprising an upper portion and a lower portion are described herein. The upper portion is formed from a first material having a first density and the lower portion is formed from a second material having a second density. The first density is less than the second density. The upper portion is affixed to the lower portion via an adhesive or a combination of adhesives and interlocking geometry. The multi-component putter design provides increased forgiveness and moment of inertia compared to a putter formed from a single material.

A practice aid system includes: a practice aid device; a hoop sensor system, including first and second pairs of an optical transmitter and receiver, which are mountable on a rim of a basketball hoop; an intelligent ball, including an inflatable ball body, a ball control unit, a ball light source, and a ball motion and location sensor; an intelligent shoe, including a shoe body, a shoe control unit, a shoe motion and location sensor, a vibrator, and a shoe light source.

The utility model discloses a self-service shooting machine capable of automatically correcting the position and directionally throwing a basketball after shooting. The self-service shooting machine comprises a basketball receiving guide funnel and a basketball throwing machine which is fixedly connected with a basketball frame or is matched with the basketball frame after being movably positioned. The basketball throwing machine comprises a shell seat, a concave cavity, a first ball serving wheel, a second ball serving wheel and a ball feeding wheel. A concave cavity is formed in the top of the shell base, and a first ball serving wheel, a second ball serving wheel and a ball feeding wheel are arranged in the concave cavity. The equipment provides real shooting experience similar to that of a traditional coin-inserting basketball machine through fixed connection, and is suitable for entertainment and easy training; through combination of moving cooperation and a basketball frame, a real training environment is simulated, accurate automatic correction and directional throwing functions are provided, and the training effect is remarkably improved; various installation modes enable the equipment to be flexibly used in different places, and various requirements of families, school playgrounds, gymnasiums, amusement parks and the like are met.

A disc golf disc retrieval device that is simple to operate and allows a disc golf disc player or user to conveniently, quickly, and efficiently to engage with and retrieve a disc golf disc in hard to reach or unreachable places that can reduce downtime during a disc golf game, among other uses and advantages. Here, the disc golf disc retrieval device can include a retrieval head, a plurality of flexible post members extending from the retrieval head, wherein each of the flexible post member comprise a suction cup, and wherein the suction cup is configured to enable engagement of a disc golf disc thereto. The device can further include a telescoping pole member and a securement member configured to secure the retrieval head to the telescoping pole member.