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Toss-game structure for poolside use

US6997825B2 · kind B2 · utility

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17Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJun 5, 2002
Grant dateFeb 14, 2006
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Expiry dateMar 12, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA63B67/007
  • WIPO fieldFurniture, games
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A toss-game structure for poolside use includes a target supported at a height from a base and having front and rear portions defining an interior space. The target front portion includes at least one opening for receipt of a tossed object in the interior space. The target portions each have surfaces defining a portion of a substantially prolate sphere for collectively simulating a football shape. A support post includes opposite ends engaging the base and the target rear portion such that a majority of the target is positioned forwardly of a front edge of the base. The structure further includes a backstop having upper and lower portions. The upper portion is curved about a vertical axis to define a concave surface in the form of a partial cylinder. The lower portion is curved about horizontal and vertical axes in the form of a partial bowl.

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