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Sport practice device

a technology of a sport and a device, applied in the direction of the sport apparatus, etc., can solve the problems of inconsistencies in stroke practice, the ball not being returned to the user in a playable manner,

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-07-12
PARKINSON TOM
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[0017] It is an object of the present invention to overcome or at least substantially overcome the problems identified in the prior art. It is yet a further object of the present invention to provide a sports practicing device that is capable of simulating the rapid mid dash air flight of a ball, and more particularly, a tennis ball, such that the sports practicing device can be used in a relatively confined area.
[0018] Another object of the invention is to provide a sports practicing device that is able to return the ball, and particularly a tennis ball, to the player to approximately the same location after each hit or stroke so as to allow the player to practice repetitive strokes without the need to substantially alter their position.

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However, the set up of such devices inevitably leads to the ball not being returned to the user in a playable manner, that is the ball returns to a very different position relative to its starting position.
This then can lead to instances where the timing between strokes is either sporadic or, if at very different return positions, can lead to inconsistencies in stroke practice.

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[0038] The apparatus 10 of FIG. 1 has a ball 12 with loops of a resilient material 14 connected in a secure manner. The loops of resilient material can be readily manufactured from known materials that are pliable to an extent yet hard wearing. As shown, the elastic cord 16 passes through the loop of resilient material 14 so that the ball 12 is located approximately half way along the length of elastic cord 16 at position 18.

[0039] The elastic cord 16 may be secured to 14 as shown at 18.

[0040] The elastic cord 16 is secured to itself at position 20, thus providing the “Y” shape. This then provides for sections of the elastic cord 22 and 24 respectively which are used to secure the device.

[0041] The method of securing the cord to itself may be achieved by wrapping a resilient material, such as a strong tape, around at position 20.

[0042] The distance between 18 and 20 has been found to be of some importance in that if the distance between position 18 and position 20 is greater tha...

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The sports practicing device (10) having a ball (12) with loops of a resilient material (14) connected in a secure manner. The loops of resilient material can be readily manufactured from known materials that are pliable to an extent yet hard wearing. The elastic cord (16) passes through the loop of resilient material (14) so that the ball (12) is located approximately half way along the length of elastic cord (16) at position (18).

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TECHNICAL FIELD [0001] The present invention relates to a device that allows a user to practice a ball sport, such as tennis or soccer, by themselves. [0002] More particularly, the present invention relates to a device that holds a ball in a confined or restricted manner and allows the user to practice repetitive ball striking or stroking drills or exercises, without the need for either another person or the need for a court or field within which to carry out the drills. [0003] Furthermore, the present invention relates to a device that provides the user with a more accurate return of the ball to its original starting point, which thus increases the benefit to the user. BACKGROUND ART [0004] Traditionally, in order to practice / play in games such as tennis, it has been a requirement that at least two people practice together, hitting a ball over a net of a court as per the normal manner. [0005] Normally, during such practice, the aim is to develop fluid and precise strokes so that du...

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IPC IPC(8): A63B69/00A63B67/10A63B69/38
CPCA63B69/002A63B69/38A63B69/0075
Inventor PARKINSON, TOM
Owner PARKINSON TOM