US4786053A
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Portable free-standing apparatus for multiple athletic ball games
Assignee: MCKENZIE BROTHERS PRODUCTS Inc A CORP OF TX
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Filing: 1987-02-17
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Granted: 1988-11-22
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Expires: 2007-02-17
Abstract
Abstract Apparatus readily useful for setting up to play a plurality of water and yard or court games. The construction comprises a plurality of tubing sections, preferably made of polyvinylchloride. The parts can be glued together in large part so that only one or two pieces need to be changed out to set up for different games or sports. The tubing permits the use of water as the ballasting medium, which is readily available and disposable in most situations.
Inventors
- 👤 Donald B. Barnes, Jr.
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 23:06
CPC Classifications
A; A63; A63B; A63B71/00; A63B71/02; A63B71/023; A63B2071/026; A63B2208/00; A63B2208/12; A63B63/00; A63B63/004; A63B63/08; A63B69/00; A63B69/0073; A63B69/0079
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
149 words
A portable, free-standing apparatus for playing one or more athletic ball games, comprising a generally "U" shaped base comprised of relatively large diameter pipes adapted to be supported on a horizontal surface with its open side adjacent the side of a pool, and having means through which ballast may be added to or removed from the interior of the pipes, a first open frame mounted on and extending upwardly from and forwardly toward the open side of the "U" shaped base, a backboard mounted on the base near its upper end and supporting a basketball net above the horizontal surface, a second open frame having upright sides mounted on the base and a cross member extending between the upper ends of the sides, and a back-up net attached to the upright sides and cross member of the second frame and the base for disposal rearwardly of the basketball net.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
149 words
A portable, free-standing apparatus for playing one or more athletic ball games, comprising a generally "U" shaped base comprised of relatively large diameter pipes adapted to be supported on a horizontal surface with its open side adjacent the side of a pool, and having means through which ballast may be added to or removed from the interior of the pipes, a first open frame mounted on and extending upwardly from and forwardly toward the open side of the "U" shaped base, a backboard mounted on the base near its upper end and supporting a basketball net above the horizontal surface, a second open frame having upright sides mounted on the base and a cross member extending between the upper ends of the sides, and a back-up net attached to the upright sides and cross member of the second frame and the base for disposal rearwardly of the basketball net.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
49 words
Apparatus of the character defined in claim 1, including means by which the first frame may be moved to a position in which the backboard is removed from in front of the net to permit the net to be used as a goal in the playing of water polo.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
54 words
Apparatus of the character defined in claim 2, wherein the first frame includes a first pipe mounted on and extending upwardly from the base, a second pipe rotatably mounted on the first pipe, and a third pipe extending forwardly from the second pipe and having means on its forward end to support the backboard.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
35 words
Apparatus of the character defined in claim 3, wherein the lower end of the second pipe opens to the interior of the base and has an open upper end through which ballast may be introduced.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
Apparatus of the character defined in claim 1, including means for releasably securing the cross member of the second frame to the first frame.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
32 words
Apparatus of the character defined in claim 1, wherein the pipe of the base are plastic, and the first and second frame are formed of relatively small diameter, light weight tubular members.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1991-11-22 | 1992-05-23 | 1992-11-22 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1995-11-22 | 1996-05-23 | 1996-11-22 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1999-11-22 | 2000-05-23 | 2000-11-22 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |