Lacrosse stick

a technology of lacrosse stick and stick, which is applied in the field of improved lacrosse stick, can solve the problem that the ball cannot be caught, and achieve the effects of fine control of the power and precision of the lacrosse shaft, improved grip for each hand, and improved grip

Inactive Publication Date: 2009-09-24
PURNELL JOHN W
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[0007]A lacrosse player generally grips a lacrosse stick with both hands, having one hand near the lacrosse head and the other near the end of the shaft. The present invention provides an enhanced grip for each hand. The invention provides a smaller circumferential distance around the shaft for an improved grip by a smaller hand at the head of the shaft. This allows players with traditionally smaller hands like women or children to more finely control the power and precision of the lacrosse shaft while throwing or catching a ball.

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If the ball is thrown at the player and the lacrosse head is facing the wrong direction, the ball cannot be caught.

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[0019]The present invention relates to improved lacrosse sticks having construction providing tactile feedback regarding the position of a player's hands on the shaft. The present invention also provides for an improved grip by better conforming to a player's hand placement and ergonomics.

[0020]Referring to FIG. 1, there is shown a lacrosse stick 2 with an improved shaft 4 in accordance with the present invention. Shaft 4 includes a head end 6 connected to a lacrosse head 10, and a butt end 8 connected to a shaft stopper 12. Head end 6 of shaft 4 is fitted into a hole 11 in lacrosse head 10 adapted to receive head end 6. Shaft 4 is an elongated tubular member with a dynamic cross-sectional diameter and dynamic cross-sectional area throughout the length thereof. Shaft 4 may be fabricated from a material such as carbon fiber composite material, however any reasonable material may be used. Shaft 4 may receive a soft paint coating for an enhanced grip. In accordance with the invention, ...

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Abstract

A handle for attachment to a lacrosse head, comprising, a rod having a top end adapted for coupling to a lacrosse head, a bottom end opposite the top end, a first and second grip area, wherein the first grip area is located generally at the bottom end of the rod and the second grip area is located generally at the top end of the rod. A teardrop shaped handle is located at the bottom end of the rod as the first grip area, and a smaller octagon shaped grip area is located at the top end of the rod, adapted to fit smaller hands.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Technical Field[0002]The invention relates generally to lacrosse equipment. More particularly, the invention relates to an improved lacrosse stick for attachment to a lacrosse head. Specifically, the invention provides a new cross-sectional configuration for a lacrosse stick that provides both tactile feedback as to the position of the lacrosse head, and a smaller gripping section for the lead hand.[0003]2. Background Information[0004]It is well known that lacrosse is a fast paced game that requires participants to make quick decisions and movements. The game is played by passing a ball back and forth between teammates, using a stick with a basket at one end. The basket is adapted to catch and throw a lacrosse ball according to the movements of a participant. If the basket is facing the wrong direction, or angled differently than expected, the participant will achieve a less accurate catch or throw of the ball. While moving, the lacrosse participa...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A63B59/02
CPCA63B59/02A63B59/20A63B60/48A63B60/08A63B60/00
Inventor PURNELL, JOHN W.
Owner PURNELL JOHN W
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