Portable, foldable goal assembly

Details Portable, foldable goal assembly Portable, foldable goal assembly

2005-12-27

2005-12-27

Vidovich, Gregory (Department: 3711)

Games using tangible projectile

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

Goal or target structure for projectile; element thereof

C473S471000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06979274

ABSTRACT:
A portable goal assembly that folds in two dimensions is disclosed. The goal assembly includes tubular members, most of which are connected by hinges to facilitate movement between expanded and collapsed configurations. The hinges may be lockable to provide bracing when the goal assembly is in its expanded configuration. The goal assembly includes a pair of U-shaped, open-ended frames pivoted together by hinges at their open ends and also connected by two diagonal braces mounted to the frame by rotating tee fittings. The diagonal braces fold on hinges when the frames are pivoted substantially parallel to each other to make the goal assembly nearly flat. The center members of each frame also fold on hinges to reduce the size of the goal still further. Once folded for transport or storage, the goal assembly may be carried by a shoulder strap.

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