Illuminated basketball goal and basketball

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1997-02-04

1998-01-27

Chiu, Raleigh W.

Games using tangible projectile

Playing field or court game; game element or accessory...

Goal or target structure for projectile; element thereof

473481, 473485, 273DIG24, A63B 6308

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057117276

ABSTRACT:
An illuminated basketball goal comprises a first light source carried by the perimeter of the backboard and a second light source positioned within a recess formed in the perimeter of the rim. The target square, located on the front face of the backboard is made of a fluorescent compound which glows upon activation of the first and second light source. The net depending from the rim is made of a reflective material. The first and second light source are made of a luminous material, providing an even, indirect source of illumination. Also advanced is a basketball having a luminous coating placed within the ribs recessed below the surface of the ball. Alternatively, the ball can be formed with clear tubing which accepts a charge of a chemiluminescent fluid.

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