An exercise weight unit adapted to be handheld and palm-centered comprising a body and a feature at an end of the body configured to create a slight inward torque when the weight unit is held in a hand of a user during physical sports training, wherein the feature is one of a hook shape, a mushroom shape and a fin shape.

In response to physical connection of an exercise accessory with a portion of an exercise machine, an identifier of the portion of the exercise machine is received. A signal including the identifier of the portion of the exercise machine is transmitted.

Systems and methods for fitness tracking are provided. An exercise apparatus is in networked communication with a fitness tracking computing system. The configuration and location of movable components of the exercise apparatus is determined based on sensors. This information is provided to the fitness tracking computing system via networked communication.

A training apparatus is disclosed that comprises an obstacle member defining a pass-under area for a sports player to pass a sport-projectile through when in use. The training apparatus comprises a first sensor that is configured to detect the sport-projectile passing through the pass-under area, and a controller that is configured to determine a pass-through direction of the sport-projectile that passes through the pass-under area based on data received from the first sensor. The training apparatus also comprises a lighting fixture indicating an instructed pass-through direction for the sports player to pass the sport-projectile through the pass-under area. A system for training a sports player is described that comprises a plurality of training apparatuses that are remotely configurable to define a training drill for a sports player and to collect training data from execution of the training drill. A method for training a sports player is also disclosed.

A system for monitoring and recording and processing an activity includes one or more cameras for automatically recording video of the activity. A remote media system is located at the location of the activity. A network media processor and services is communicatively coupled with the remote media system. The remote media system includes one or more AI enabled cameras. The AI enabled camera is configured to record the activity. The network media processor is configured to receive an activation request of the AI enabled camera and the validate the record request. The system may automatically administer a skill-based competition.

An apparatus with an electronic communications subsystem. The apparatus includes an elongated vertical housing that snap-fits to a base plate having a cruciform spike there under. At least one side of the housing is configured to receive engravable snap-fit panel inserts bearing text and/or images. The interior of the housing has a cruciform support. The cylindrical container may be used for a variety of purposes, such as a time capsule, trinkets, emergency supplies, etc. The electronic communications subsystem may be provided on the exterior of the housing or snap-fit panel insert in the form of QR codes or URLs. The electronic communications subsystem may be inside the housing in the form of passive or active electronic chips that can be interrogated by a custom application loaded on a smart phone.

A sports ball includes sensing electronics embedded therein. The electronics are supported on an inner surface of the wall of the ball within an elastomeric boot that extends inwardly toward the center of the ball. The elastomeric boot is configured to protect the electronics from damage due to shock as the ball is used, and to have little if any effect on the performance characteristics of the ball.

There is described an integrated unweighted gait training system having an unweighting system comprising a computer controller; a gait measurement system in communication with the controller; and a display in communication with the computer controller adapted and configured to provide real-time feedback to a user of the integrated unweighting gait training system. The unweighting system may be a differential air pressure (DAP) unweighting system or a non-DAP unweighting system.

Methods, systems, and techniques for automated detection of goals and announcement of same are provided. The system includes a modified hockey puck and a set of goal units that can be mounted on a hockey goal. Within the puck are light sources, motion sensors, infrared transmitters, and a power source. Within the goal units are light sources, infrared sensors, and a microcontroller. When the goal units are mounted on the hockey goal, the infrared sensors form a detection area through which the puck must pass in order to count as a goal. The infrared transmitter of the puck and the infrared sensors of the goal units communicate with one another, and, when an infrared signal is received, the microcontroller automatically triggers one or more annunciator devices, such as visual, auditory, or haptic devices, to automatically indicate that a goal has been scored without human intervention.

A wrap configured for application to a ferrule of a golf club includes a flexible sheet defining an outer major surface and an inner major surface disposed opposite thereto. The outer major surface displays a graphic thereon and the inner major surface is configured to be adhered to an outer surface of the ferrule when the wrap is applied to the ferrule. The wrap is configured to protect the ferrule, secure the ferrule to the golf club, provide a desired appearance thereof, and optionally to track or identify the golf club to which the wrap is applied.