Golf ball retrieval and positioning system

Abstract

Various embodiments of the present invention are directed to an improved golf ball retrieval and positioning device. Unlike other anti-bend golf products, the golf ball retrieval and positioning system of various embodiments of the present invention includes a golf ball positioning device and a golf ball retrieval device that also functions as a base for supporting a golf ball in a teeing position. The components of the present invention are modular and interface with an existing golf club through a hole that exists in the end of a golf club grip. As a result, the present invention provides an improved system for teeing and retrieving golf balls without having to bend over. The system is inexpensive, easily portable, and non-damaging to the golf club.

Description

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001] This application is a continuation of copending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11 / 384,661, which was entitled “GOLF BALL RETRIEVAL AND POSITIONING SYSTEM” and filed Mar. 20, 2006.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0002] 1. Field of the Invention [0003] This invention relates generally to golf accessories, and in particular, to accessories that allow a golfer to tee and position golf balls and other objects without bending over. [0004] 2. Description of the Related Art [0005] The game of golf is one of the most popular forms of recreation in the United States and throughout the world. Golf is marketed as a game that can be enjoyed throughout one's lifetime. However, in practice, many golfers are forced to give up golf prematurely due to the strain and pressure that the game places on one's back and joints. Much of this strain and pressure results from the fact that golfer's are constantly required to bend over and manipulate items adjacent t...

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Benefits of technology

[0009] The above needs are addressed and other advantages are provided by an improved golf ball retrieval and positioning system. Unlike other anti-bend golf products, the golf ball retrieval and positioning system of various embodiments of the present invention includes a golf ball positioning device and a golf ball retrieval device that also functions as a base for supporting a golf ball in a teeing position. The components of the present invention are modular and interface with an existing golf club through a hole that exists in the end of a golf club grip. As a result, the present invention provides an improved system for teeing and retrieving golf balls without having to bend over. The system is inexpensive, easily portable, and non-damaging to the golf club.

Problems solved by technology

However, in practice, many golfers are forced to give up golf prematurely due to the strain and pressure that the game places on one's back and joints.

Much of this strain and pressure results from the fact that golfer's are constantly required to bend over and manipulate items adjacent their feet during a round.

Such products, however, have proven less than desirable as they are generally expensive, cumbersome to carry and use, and may result in limiting the effectiveness of traditional golf clubs.

Unfortunately, however, such golf ball retrieval and placement devices are expensive, cumbersome to carry and operate, and must be carried in an already tightly packed golf bag.

Such devices also have drawbacks in that they are generally cumbersome to use and limit the effectiveness of the golf clubs themselves.

For example, pick-up tools that are clipped over the grip of a golf club may cause undue wear and tear to the grip.

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