Pitcher's training device and method of training
US5746671A · kind A · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 29, 1995 |
| Grant date | May 5, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2208/12
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The invention relates to the field of sports training equipment, particularly to a device and methods for training baseball players. A pitcher's training device in accord with the present invention provides a tarpaulin mounted to a frame. Various targets are positioned on the tarpaulin. Lead lines, which are attached to the frame beneath the targets, are extended out toward the pitcher. The pitcher then throws the baseball towards the target, using the lead lines as a guide to the throw. In accord with another aspect of the invention, a method of training a baseball pitcher is also provided. The frame is positioned around home plate. A lead line is attached to the tarpaulin directly below at least a first target and extended toward the pitcher. A triangle is defined by three targets. A baseball is thrown at the triangle by a pitcher. The lead lines define an alley for the pitcher to throw the ball.
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