Sports training apparatus

Inactive Publication Date: 2006-07-06
HADDIX DANIEL
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[0010] In light of the forgoing disadvantages inherent in the pre-existing methods and devices for assisting to train an athlete in propelling a ball or other objects, the present invention provides a significant improvement. Accordingly, the general purpose of th

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[0029] The detailed description set forth below is intended to describe the preferred embodiments of the invention and explain the utility of the current invention. It should be noted and understood that a variety of other arrangements are also possible for a sports training apparatus constructed according to the present invention, which is defined by the claims of the patent and not limited in scope to the preferred embodiments.

[0030]FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the first preferred embodiment of the present invention. The frame for the sports training apparatus is constructed essentially of steel for durability purposes, although other materials may be used as well. The apparatus begins with a horizontally disposed frame portion 10 as shown in FIG. 1. Horizontal frame 10 is generally rectangular in shape and constructed of four angle iron members bolted or otherwise attached to each other. As further shown in FIG. 1, the frame is disposed upon four wheels 12 which are shown to ...

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This invention is a sports training target apparatus for training an individual in the throwing of a ball or other projectile. The apparatus is comprised of a wheeled frame, a support frame portion hingably attached to the wheeled frame, and a target frame portion hingably attached to the support frame. A preferred embodiment of the invention is further characterized by a hoop or net which provides a specific target for the user to assist in a convenient and effective target for practicing throwing a ball. The invention has particular utility in the training of football or soccer players. The device further includes the capability of adjusting the horizontal base portion and vertical upright portion such that the structure may be folded down onto itself for ease in portability, or for storage.

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FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0001] This invention relates generally to an apparatus for assisting in the training of an individual to play a sport. Specifically, this invention is directed to assisting an individual to perfect the art of throwing a ball such as a football, or otherwise projecting a ball or sports article, such as kicking a soccer ball. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] We all know that in order to gain proficiency in sports, an athlete must practice his or her critical skills over and over again. Essentially, the old adage of “practice makes perfect” is very applicable to sports training. For many sports played on both the professional level and amateur and high school level, the critical performance characteristic required is the ability to throw or otherwise propel a ball with great accuracy. In training for football specifically, passing skills are crucial. A football quarterback will generally need to practice throwing skills over and over again for months or even y...

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IPC IPC(8): A63B69/00
CPCA63B63/00A63B69/002A63B69/0097A63B2071/025A63B2208/12A63B2210/50
Inventor HADDIX, DANIEL
Owner HADDIX DANIEL
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