Pitcher's tee

Abstract

The present invention relates to a pitching / throwing practice device for baseball and softball players, and to a method of using the device. It is a simple and inexpensive pitching / throwing practice device useful for indicating the accuracy, velocity, and consistency of the user's throwing motion for both baseball and softball players. More particularly, this invention includes a ball device that when used in conjunction with a target device aid the pitcher / thrower in correcting his throwing mechanics by providing visual and audible feedback.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61 / 913,973, entitled “Pitcher's Tee, baseball throwing trainer”, filed Dec. 10, 2013, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference.TITLE OF THE INVENTION[0002]This invention is titled “Pitcher's Tee”. The Pitcher's Tee was invented by Bryan Matthew LeBlanc, a resident of the United States, with the following residence address: 17317 Equestrian Trail, Odessa, Fl. 33556.STATEMENT REGARDING PRIOR DISCLOSURES BY THE INVENTOR OR A JOINT INVENTOR[0003]The inventor did not disclose this invention more than one year prior to the filing of this nonprovisional application.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0004](1) Field of the Invention[0005]This present invention relates to a baseball / softball pitcher's pitching and throwing practice apparatus. Training for pitching and throwing of a baseball or softball requires development of correct muscle memory through rep...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The present invention is a training device for baseball and softball players to improve their pitching and throwing techniques. The device comprises a target and a baseball or softball device used to strike the target. The training methods involve executing a sequence of body movements within the constraints of the target device, which helps develop muscle memory. Different embodiments of the device have been developed for baseball and softball, utilizing foam protrusions on the target support arm and a adjustable height vertical support post. The training device provides visual and auditory feedback to help the player develop a consistent pitching or throwing motion. The goal is to teach the player to have a consistent motion when approaching and releasing the ball. The training device improves the pitching or hitting delivery and imparts essential mechanics onto the player.

Problems solved by technology

While many of the prior art pitching training devices are simply to operate, motorized devices have been patented that are complex and expensive.

This device attempts to teach throwing mechanics, but it is cumbersome and difficult to use.

These trainers would not be usable in a confined training space such as a bullpen.

This trainer would not be effective in a small confined training area.

This training system is bulky and difficult to travel with or to store.

Additionally, the target area is small and narrow and does not have enable the towel strikes to be targeted for an effective strike zone.

The prior art fails to correct flaws in the overall pitching and throwing mechanics that exist in many baseball and softball players of all ages.

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