Training method for catching sports balls
US7544138B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 5, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jun 9, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 5, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2243/0066
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An apparatus, that places an object ball in the palm of both hands of an athlete, for training the athlete to catch a thrown sports ball with fingertips and thumb tips rather than palms. The size of the object ball can be increased as the athlete's skill level improves. This apparatus teaches the athlete to control the sports ball with the fingertips and thumb tips. Because this apparatus is small and lightweight it can be used for training as well as performance enhancement.
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