The present disclosure involves systems for applying finishing treatment to balls. The system includes an arm that transports at least one ball through a plurality of stations. A first station includes a first actuator, which permits introduction of a ball into the arm. A second station includes a buffer, which buffs the surface of the ball and rotates the ball in place relative to the arm, a spray nozzle configured to apply treatment to the ball, and a camera configured to capture images of the ball. A third station includes an inspection camera that captures inspection images of the ball and a rotating plate configured to rotate the ball in place relative to the arm. A fourth station includes a second actuator, which ejects the ball from the arm.

In order to design a multifunctional golfing tool which is easy to handle and has a wide range of functions, the invention relates to a multifunctional golfing tool comprising a housing having a base element and a cover fastened to the base element by a hinge, the cover being pivotable between a closed position and an open position, the base element and the cover in the closed position forming an interior in which cleaning means are placed, wherein a ball marker is detachably arranged on the housing, and a pitch fork is provided which can be pushed out of the housing.

In order to design a multifunctional golfing tool which is easy to handle and has a wide range of functions, the invention relates to a multifunctional golfing tool comprising a housing having a base element and a cover fastened to the base element by a hinge, the cover being pivotable between a closed position and an open position, the base element and the cover in the closed position forming an interior in which cleaning means are placed, wherein a ball marker is detachably arranged on the housing, and a pitch fork is provided which can be pushed out of the housing.

A combination golf tee and brush includes a cup-like top portion extending to a spike-like bottom portion. The top portion is configured as an arcuate, cup-like recess or cradle to nest a golf ball thereon. The bottom portion has an elongated shaft and a bottom tip that has an elongated edge. The tee brush has a series of mounting holes in which are mounted at least one group of flexible bristles or bristle portions. The bristles may include two laterally opposed groups of bristles or fibers that extend generally laterally from the shaft and are positioned closer to the top portion than the bottom tip.

A combination golf tee and brush includes a cup-like top portion extending to a spike-like bottom portion. The top portion is configured as an arcuate, cup-like recess or cradle to nest a golf ball thereon. The bottom portion has an elongated shaft and a bottom tip that has an elongated edge. The tee brush has a series of mounting holes in which are mounted at least one group of flexible bristles or bristle portions. The bristles may include two laterally opposed groups of bristles or fibers that extend generally laterally from the shaft and are positioned closer to the top portion than the bottom tip.

A basketball net includes a multi-layer cord including each of an outer layer formed of a first antimicrobial, moisture wicking fiber and an inner layer including a second antimicrobial, moisture wicking fiber. The outer layer is woven from a first antimicrobial, moisture wicking yarn to form a wall that defines a central opening, and at least one cord is located within the central opening, the at least one cord formed by a second antimicrobial, moisture wicking yarn. The at least one cord includes a plurality of cords including a first cord formed by the second antimicrobial, moisture wicking yarn and a second cord including a third antimicrobial, moisture wicking yarn. The plurality of cords includes: the first cord; the second cord including the third antimicrobial, moisture wicking yarn and at least one monofiber yarn; and a third cord formed by a plurality of monofiber yarns.

A basketball net includes a multi-layer cord including each of an outer layer formed of a first antimicrobial, moisture wicking fiber and an inner layer including a second antimicrobial, moisture wicking fiber. The outer layer is woven from a first antimicrobial, moisture wicking yarn to form a wall that defines a central opening, and at least one cord is located within the central opening, the at least one cord formed by a second antimicrobial, moisture wicking yarn. The at least one cord includes a plurality of cords including a first cord formed by the second antimicrobial, moisture wicking yarn and a second cord including a third antimicrobial, moisture wicking yarn. The plurality of cords includes: the first cord; the second cord including the third antimicrobial, moisture wicking yarn and at least one monofiber yarn; and a third cord formed by a plurality of monofiber yarns.

A combination golf towel holder both clamps the towel and provides for moistening the towel while it is clamped. The device has a front portion that includes an upper part that includes a reservoir and a lower clamp portion. A generally planar back plate that is attached to the upper part of the front portion, and has a lower jaw part that acts with the lower clamp portion to hold the towel. Water or another aqueous liquid is injected via an orifice in the back of the front portion when a squeeze bulb is depressed. The unit can be hung from a golf bag or golf cart so the towel is ready for use during play on the golf course.

A combination golf towel holder both clamps the towel and provides for moistening the towel while it is clamped. The device has a front portion that includes an upper part that includes a reservoir and a lower clamp portion. A generally planar back plate that is attached to the upper part of the front portion, and has a lower jaw part that acts with the lower clamp portion to hold the towel. Water or another aqueous liquid is injected via an orifice in the back of the front portion when a squeeze bulb is depressed. The unit can be hung from a golf bag or golf cart so the towel is ready for use during play on the golf course.

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus for cleaning equipment, such as golf clubs, golf balls, or cleats. The apparatus includes a towel and an integrated brush having bristles, wherein the integrated brush is durably attached to the towel along an edge of the towel, and the bristles extend away from the edge of the towel. The apparatus offers many benefits, including the ability to clean articles more quickly and efficiently, as well as providing convenience to users by combining multiple cleaning implements into a single apparatus. Also disclosed are methods of cleaning equipment with the apparatus described herein.