Tabletop volleyball systems and methods of play
a technology for table tennis and systems, applied in the field of tabletop games and accessories, can solve the problems of not being able to play in close quarters, not being able to enjoy a less rigorous pace, and not being able to play table tennis
Inactive Publication Date: 2017-05-04
DMITRUK TREVOR ANDREW OSWALD
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The present invention provides a novel tabletop volleyball system and method of play that overcomes the disadvantages of existing tabletop games and accessories. The system includes a net, first-bracket, and second-bracket that can be attached to an existing tabletop tennis table assembly. The net is adjustable relative to the table and is located on a plane above the table. The net is made of mesh and is perimeter-defined. The net is adjustable to a height above the table and its perimeter is equal to the table's width. The game-play requires a mini volleyball that is inflatable and has a maximum diameter of seven inches. The net and brackets form a tabletop volleyball net assembly that can be easily attached to the table and is useful for playing tabletop volleyball for sport and entertainment. The method involves installing the system and playing a game of tabletop volleyball according to the rules for game-play. The net can be adjusted as desired by the players. The invention provides significant improvements and innovation in tabletop volleyball play.
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Volleyball may require a large court and a number of players if traditionally played which may not be feasible in close quarters.
Certain participants may enjoy a less rigorous pace which traditional table tennis does not provide for.
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[0023]As discussed above, embodiments of the present invention relate to tabletop games and accessories and more particularly to a tabletop volleyball systems and methods of play as used to provide entertainment for participating players.
[0024]Generally speaking, tabletop volleyball equipment for use as referred to herein includes: a ‘volleyball net’ that attaches to a table with a net height able to be used, adjustable from six inches to two feet in height. (One foot is the preferred height). Mini volleyballs are used four inches to seven inches in diameter. In order to play tabletop volleyball two participants are needed, a table (preferably a table tennis table), and a pump for inflating the ball. First, a user must assemble the net and brackets as disclosed subsequently in the document. The user adjusts the net to a height of one foot from the top of the table. Next, a user must properly inflate the ball to 1.5-2 lbs. of pressure, or as otherwise specified on the ball. Thirdly, ...
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A tabletop volleyball system for playing tabletop volleyball for sport and entertainment; the tabletop volleyball system having a net having a perimeter, and a mesh, a first-bracket, and a second-bracket. The net is defined by the perimeter and has the mesh within and integral to / with the perimeter. The net is adjustable relative to an existing tabletop tennis table assembly and the net is located on a plane, when installed, above an existing-net for play.
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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]The following includes information that may be useful in understanding the present invention(s). It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art, or material, to the presently described or claimed inventions, or that any publication or document that is specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.[0002]1. Field of the Invention[0003]The present invention relates generally to the field of tabletop games and accessories and more specifically relates to tabletop volleyball systems and methods of play.[0004]2. Description of Related Art[0005]Many people in modern society enjoy participating in sports for pleasure and fitness. Volleyball is such a team sport which may be played where two teams of six players are separated by a net. Each team tries to score points by grounding a ball on the other team's court under organized rules. The complete rules are extensive. But simply put, play proceeds as follows: a player on ...
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CPCA63B67/04A63B61/003A63B69/0095A63B2210/50A63B2225/093
Inventor DMITRUK, TREVOR ANDREW OSWALD
Owner DMITRUK TREVOR ANDREW OSWALD