US4422249A
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Kicking apparatus
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1981-03-16
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Granted: 1983-12-27
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Expires: 2001-03-16
Abstract
Abstract This disclosure relates to a kicking shoe which incorporates a defined impact surface formed by a substantially rigid pad overlying the instep to serve as a device to consistently contact a football in a controlled pattern so that the range and accuracy of the kicker are improved.
Inventors
- 👤 William M. Hannah
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 16:44
CPC Classifications
A; A43; A43B; A43B5/00; A43B5/02; A43B5/025
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
81 words
A soccer-style place kick type of kicking apparatus, comprising: cover means for permitting a releasable attachment to a foot of a kicker; and pad means coupled to said cover means having at least a defined elongated, planar football striking portion located substantially parallel to and surface overlying the inside instep portion of said foot for providing a regular striking surface with which to impact a place kicked football so that the control over the flight of the football can be improved.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
81 words
A soccer-style place kick type of kicking apparatus, comprising: cover means for permitting a releasable attachment to a foot of a kicker; and pad means coupled to said cover means having at least a defined elongated, planar football striking portion located substantially parallel to and surface overlying the inside instep portion of said foot for providing a regular striking surface with which to impact a place kicked football so that the control over the flight of the football can be improved.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
17 words
An apparatus in accord with claim 1 wherein said elongated surface comprising at least a planar surface.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
27 words
An apparatus in accord with claim 1 wherein said elongated surface comprising a flat planar surface lying parallel with and along the inside instep of said foot.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
41 words
An apparatus in accord with claim 1 wherein said cover means comprising: a shoe disposed to substantially encircle said foot; and pocket means coupled to said shoe for firmly locating said pad means upon the inside instep portion of said foot.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
22 words
An apparatus in accord with claim 4, wherein said cover means further comprising lace means for tying said cover to said foot.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
44 words
An apparatus in accord with claim 1, wherein said cover means comprising: a strap disposed to encircle at least the instep region of said foot; and pocket means coupled to said strap for firmly locating said pad means upon the instep of said foot.
Claim 8
Independent Claim
52 words
A method for permitting an improvement in the range of a football placekicker, comprising the step of firmly mounting a substantially rigid pad substantially parallel to and overlying the inside instep region of the kicking foot of said kicker so that a sharp impact can be delivered upon contact with a football.
Claim 9
Independent Claim
52 words
A method for permitting an improvement in the range of a football placekicker, comprising the step of firmly mounting a substantially rigid pad substantially parallel to and overlying the inside instep region of the kicking foot of said kicker so that a sharp impact can be delivered upon contact with a football.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
33 words
A method in accord with claim 7, wherein said step of mounting comprising the steps of: coupling said pad to a shoe; and affixing said shoe upon the kicking foot of said kicker.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
39 words
A method in accord with claim 7 wherein said step of mounting comprising the steps of: attaching said pad to a strap; and tying said strap to the inside instep region of the kicking foot of the said kicker.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1986-12-26 | 1987-06-27 | 1987-12-27 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1990-12-26 | 1991-06-27 | 1991-12-27 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1994-12-26 | 1995-06-27 | 1995-12-27 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |