Games using tangible projectile – Playing field or court game; game element or accessory... – Means for dividing field or court into compartments; element...
Patent
1996-06-27
1998-04-21
Grieb, William H.
Games using tangible projectile
Playing field or court game; game element or accessory...
Means for dividing field or court into compartments; element...
A63B 7100
Patent
active
057411948
ABSTRACT:
An adjustable boundary layout and apparatus for outlining shapes and figures or a playing field of any dimension, made up a plurality of detachably connected flexible cords (10) attached by connectors (14) and assembled to the shape desired at the time of usage. The boundaries are stored and transported on a spool (18) or hook (55). The necessary number of cords can be unwound or rolled off spool and detached at the end of any cord. Cords and connectors can be arranged to form endless loops and can intersect through the use of various connectors with multiple joints. Connectors with cross-cut holes (15) are used to create a point of intersection at any point along the cords. Any number of separate boundary demarcations can be formed of any dimensions and any distance apart. In a preferred embodiment of the playing field, individual boundary demarcations of varying sizes depending on skill level and space limitations are formed for each player. Each individual occupies one boundary and a ball is hit or tossed attempting to have the ball land within an opponent's boundaries. The game can be played with an odd number of players with or without teams and the separation between individual boundaries creates the affect of a net. Specific paddles (74D) and (74S) enhance the uniqueness and effectiveness of the boundary system. The boundaries also provide an effective way to simulate lacrosse game conditions in the absence of a goal and promote the development of stick skills. Since the boundaries are detachable, of limited length, and not limited to one boundary demarcation, the utility of the system goes beyond that of the demarcations of a ball playing field and promotes the use of multiple and florescent colors in the creation of very complex and enlarged configurations. With the added capability of containing chemicals with glow properties, the boundary system can be used day or night.
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