The subject matter described herein includes a hockey target training system comprising at least one hockey training target comprising a) at least one target holder; and b) a target panel comprising a target panel, wherein the target holder is capable of holding the target panel in a stationary position in the hockey goal net area, and wherein the target panel is configured within a hockey goal to receive an impact from a hockey puck during hockey practice.

A game kit, including an elongated rectangular box portion defining a recess, first and second elongated rectangular panel members hingedly connected to the box portion, a first central and a pair of ancillary pipes operationally connected to the first elongated rectangular panel portion, wherein each ancillary pipe is equidistant from the first pipe, a slot formed in the first elongated panel member opposite the first and ancillary pipes for receiving the proximal edge, and a plurality of bean bags. When the box portion placed on a generally flat surface, pivoting the first elongated rectangular panel member into a generally vertical orientation and pivoting the second elongated rectangular portion to engage the proximal edge with the slot deploys the first and ancillary pipes in a generally vertical orientation for receiving tossed bags.

A game kit, including an elongated rectangular box portion defining a recess, first and second elongated rectangular panel members hingedly connected to the box portion, a first central and a pair of ancillary pipes operationally connected to the first elongated rectangular panel portion, wherein each ancillary pipe is equidistant from the first pipe, a slot formed in the first elongated panel member opposite the first and ancillary pipes for receiving the proximal edge, and a plurality of bean bags. When the box portion placed on a generally flat surface, pivoting the first elongated rectangular panel member into a generally vertical orientation and pivoting the second elongated rectangular portion to engage the proximal edge with the slot deploys the first and ancillary pipes in a generally vertical orientation for receiving tossed bags.

A portable soccer goal frame with a base to which removable vertical poles having top side bar supports are joined holds a net to create a goal opening. The top side bar supports have a unique shape and extend horizontally from the top of the vertical poles in a manner that reduces the weight placed on the net fabric hung between the vertical poles. The top side bar supports also create a depth of the goal pocket without need for additional vertical posts. Each vertical post creates a pivot point at its bottom end, such that each vertical post is urged apart from the other post to create tension or leverage between the opposite top side bar supports, thus creating a more realistic goal shape and reducing sag at the top edge of the goal opening.

There is a method and system for playing a game for at least a first team and a second team. The game may have a ball, at least two sticks capable of selectively retaining the ball, at least one goal, and a playing court. The playing court has various boundaries including a scoring line positioned about twenty five feet from the goal. One of the two teams attempts to score goals with the ball, whereas the other team attempts to prevent said goal from being scored and take possession of the ball. The team with possession of the ball must attempt to score from behind the scoring line using the ball handling sticks. Points of varying amounts can be awarded based on the manner in which the team scored. Preferably, the first team to eleven points wins. However, various point awarding configurations and team scores can be modified as necessary.

A portable basketball goal assembly and the height adjustment mechanism used within that assembly. The portable basketball goal assembly has a base and a pole that extends vertically from the base. The pole supports at least one support arm that is pivotably connected to the pole. A backboard and hoop are connected to the first end of each support arm. The backboard and hoop are adjusted in height using an adjustment mechanism. The adjustment mechanism has a telescoping body that is connected between the second end of each support arm and the pole. The telescoping body is capable of being selectively adjusted within a range of lengths. By adjusting the length of the telescoping body, each support arm is caused to pivot about its connection to the pole to different degrees. This causes the backboard and hoop to selectively raise and lower.

A stable and free-floating basketball hoop device for playing basketball in a pool with a basketball hoop that has the stability to withstand surrounding water movement is disclosed. The stable and free-floating basketball hoop device comprises a base component that is configured in a rectangular or circular shape and comprises a rim, net, scoring board, carrying case, and foam sleeve(s) for support. Moreover, the score board component is electric, preferably manufactured with a durable plastic material and airtight feature for batteries or recharging. The net can be removed, and the plastic frame collapsed for storage. Further, the collapsed device can be inserted into the carrying case for ease of transportation and storage.

An adjustable golf cup providing multiple cup diameters, a puttable upper surface, and advertising opportunity.

A convertible game system configured to be used by a player at home who wishes to practice skills from multiple sports on an apparatus that does not require extensive space requirements. The game system has a frame, with a hopper section and a mounting section, a ball return, and a rotational component. The rotational component is mounted to the frame at the mounting section by a locking bearing system. For use, a player unlocks the locking bearing system, rotates the rotational component to display the desired game face, then re-locks the locking bearing system before beginning game play. The rotational component can have as few as 3 faces, and as many as 8 faces.

An apparatus for use in conjunction with a goal having a frame defining an opening is provided. The apparatus includes at least two movable blockers adapted to selectively define a target space within the opening. First and second blockers are perpendicular and mounted on portions of the frame. The first blocker has a pair of opposed horizontal first free edges defining a first free space between the first free edges and movable in a vertical direction to increase or decrease the first free space therebetween. The second blocker has a pair of opposed vertical second free edges defining a second free space between the second free edges and movable in a horizontal direction to increase or decrease the second free space therebetween. The first free space and the second free space define the target space.