HAND EQUIPMENT AND AN ENCLOSED GAME COURT FOR PLAYING A RECREATIONAL SPORTING GAME

Abstract

A new sport game in which players use either single or double-sided hand disc equipment for hitting a small bouncy ball off of multiple surfaces inside an enclosed game court. Goals are positioned on ends of the game court. The game court can include a mid wall with an opening between the mid wall and the ceiling. The game is played by striking the ball with the hand disc equipment; moving the ball over the mid wall using the hand disc equipment or a portion of a body of the user and scoring at least one point when the ball passes over the mid wall through the opening and is received in one of the goals.

Claims

1. Hand disc equipment comprising: at least one disc, said disc having a striking face and a non-striking face; and a hand attachment device being coupled to the non-striking face of the at least one disc, the hand attachment device configured for receiving a hand or portion of a hand of a user for coupling the hand of the user to the hand disc equipment, wherein the at least one disc is formed of a rigid material, optionally the disc includes a coating and an image coupled or integral with the striking face, the image being positioned underneath the coating.

2. The hand disc equipment according to claim 1, wherein the hand attachment device is band having a first portion of the band attached at a first position on the non-striking face and a second portion attached at a second position on the non-striking face, a loop of the band being formed between the first position and the second position, the loop of the band configured receiving the hand of the user.

3. The hand disc equipment according to claim 2 further comprising a finger loop attached to the non-striking face and a thumb pocket attached to the non-striking face, the finger loop configured for receiving a digit of the hand and the thumb pocket configured for receiving a thumb of the hand.

4. The hand disc equipment according to claim 1, wherein the hand attachment device is band having a first portion of the band attached at a first position on the non-striking face, a second portion of the band attached at a second position on the non-striking face, a third portion of the band attached to the non-striking face at a third position, the third position being between the first position and the second position, a first loop being formed between the first position and the third position and a second loop being formed between the second position and the third position, the first loop of the band configured for receiving a first digit of the hand and the second loop of the band configured for receiving a second digit of the hand.

5. The hand disc equipment according to claim 1, further comprising a first coupling member of a first strap attached to the non-striking face, the first strap being formed of a hook and loop material and at least one first tab, the at least one first tab being attached to the non-striking face, a wrist band, a glove, an item of clothing, or a second strap, the tab being formed of a hook and loop material, wherein the first strap being configured for removably attaching to the tab or a second coupling member of a string attached to the non-striking face.

6. The hand disc equipment of claim 1 wherein the hand attachment device is a finger pocket attached to the non-striking face and a thumb pocket attached to the non-striking face, wherein the finger pocket configured for receiving one or more digits of the hand and the thumb pocket configured for receiving the thumb of the hand, optionally the thumb pocket being formed of a rigid or semi-rigid material, and alternatively, the thumb pocket being positioned over a thumb hole formed in the disc to receive the thumb of the hand on the striking face.

7. The hand disc equipment of claim 1 further comprising a finger tip guard, the finger tip guard being removably or permanently attached to a top portion on the non-striking face of the at least one disc, the finger tip guard optionally including a cavity, the cavity configured for receiving one or more digits of the hand of the user.

8. The hand disc equipment of claim 1 further comprising a palm pad, the palm pad being coupled to the non-striking face of the at least one disc or between the hand attachment device and the non-striking face of the at least one disc and optionally padding attached to the non-striking face of the at least one disc.

9. The hand disc equipment of claim 1 comprising two discs, the hand attachment device is coupled to the non-striking face of each of the discs, wherein the hand disc equipment is double sided hand disc equipment including a first striking face of a first of the discs and a second striking face of a second of the discs opposing one another, the discs being aligned in opposing directions to one another, and a diameter of the first of the discs being the same or different than a diameter of a second of the discs, optionally the first of the discs being smaller and being attached at a center of the second of the discs being larger.

10. The hand disc equipment of claim 9 wherein the hand attachment device is band having a first portion of the band attached at a first position on the non-striking faces of the two discs, a second portion of the band attached at a second position on the non-striking faces of the two discs, a third portion of the band attached to the non-striking face of one of the discs at a third position, the third position being between the first position and the second position, a first loop being formed between the first position and the third position of the band and a second loop being formed between the second position and the third position of the band, an opening formed between the third position and a non-striking face of a second one of the discs, the first loop of the band configured for receiving a first digit of the hand and the second loop of the band configured for receiving a second digit of the hand, and the opening formed between the third position and the non-striking face configured for receiving a third digit of the hand.

11. The hand disc equipment of claim 9 wherein the hand attachment device is a u-shaped connection attached to a first one of the discs, the u-shaped connection being removably attached to a second one of the discs, wherein the u-shaped connection is configured to receive a digit of the hand of the user.

12. The hand disc equipment of claim 9 wherein the hand attachment device is a glove, one or more finger portions of the glove being attached to a first one of the discs and a thumb portion of the glove being attached to a second one of the discs.

13. The hand disc equipment of claim 9 wherein a connective outer edging couples the two discs to one another, and the hand attachment device is an insert, the insert including a plurality of openings, wherein the openings are configured to each receive a digit of the hand of the user.

14. The hand disc equipment of claim 1 wherein the striking face has a concave shape and the non-striking face has a convex shape.

15. The hand disc equipment of claim 1 wherein the striking face includes a flange extending around a recessed central portion of the striking face.

16. The hand disc equipment of claim 1 comprising two discs and a protective disc, the hand attachment device is coupled to a first surface of the protective disc and a non-striking face of a first one of the discs, a second surface of the protective disc being attached to a non-striking surface of a second one of the discs, wherein the hand disc equipment is multi surface hand disc equipment including a first striking face of the first one of the discs and a second striking face of the second one of the discs opposing one another, the two discs being in alignment to one another, and a diameter of the first one of the discs being the same or different than a diameter of a second one of the discs, the protective disc extending from the two discs, wherein the protective disc or alternate shape can be configured to cover a hand, wrist, and forearm of a user.

17. The hand disc equipment of claim 1 wherein the striking face includes a side edge surrounding the striking face and a rim extending from a top portion of the side wall.

18. The hand disc equipment of claim 17 wherein the side edge is curved from the striking face.

19. The hand disc equipment of claim 17 wherein the side edge extends vertically from the striking face, the side edge is substantially straight and a ring extends laterally at an angle from the rim, the ring being substantially flat.

20. The hand disc equipment of claim 17 wherein a height of the side edge is larger or substantially the same as a diameter of a ball received on the striking surface.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWING(S)

[0016] The foregoing summary, as well as the following detailed description of preferred embodiments of the invention, will be better understood when read in conjunction with the appended drawings. For the purpose of illustrating the invention, there is shown in the drawings embodiments which are presently preferred. It should be understood, however, that the invention is not limited to the precise arrangements and instrumentalities shown. In the drawings:

[0017] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of double-sided hand disc equipment.

[0018] FIG. 2 is a rear view of one of the hand discs shown in FIG. 1 having a two finger attachment.

[0019] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of operation of double-sided hand disc equipment FIG. 1 by a user while wearing a glove.

[0020] FIG. 4 is a schematic view of a lip which can be attached to an edge of the hand disc shown in FIG. 1.

[0021] FIG. 5A is a perspective view of convertible double-sided hand disc equipment.

[0022] FIG. 5B is a perspective view of the convertible double-sided hand disc equipment from a front of one of the hand discs and a back of the other of the hand discs as shown in FIG. 5A.

[0023] FIG. 6A is a side view of a hand disc from the convertible double-sided hand disc equipment shown in FIG. 5A.

[0024] FIG. 6B is a top view of a hand disc from the convertible double-sided hand disc equipment shown in FIG. 5A.

[0025] FIG. 6C is a rear view of a hand disc from the convertible double-sided hand disc equipment shown in FIG. 5A.

[0026] FIG. 7A is a perspective view of a disc used in convertible double-sided hand disc equipment including a band with loops for receiving fingers.

[0027] FIG. 7B is a perspective view of a disc used in convertible double-sided hand disc equipment including a coupling member.

[0028] FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a disc used in convertible double-sided hand disc equipment including a slot for receiving an image.

[0029] FIG. 9A is a perspective view of a disc of hand disc equipment including a flange.

[0030] FIG. 9B is a perspective view of the other side of the disc shown in FIG. 9A.

[0031] FIG. 10A is a perspective view of a disc of hand disc equipment including a thumb pocket and thumb hole through the disc.

[0032] FIG. 10B is a perspective view of a disc of hand disc equipment of FIG. 10A including an alternate finger pocket.

[0033] FIG. 11A is a perspective view of a disc of hand disc equipment including concentric discs.

[0034] FIG. 11B is a perspective view of the other side of the disc shown in FIG. 11A.

[0035] FIG. 12A is side perspective view of multi-surface hand disc equipment.

[0036] FIG. 12B is front perspective view of the multi-surface hand disc equipment shown in FIG. 12A.

[0037] FIG. 12C is a reverse perspective view of FIG. 12B without a glove hand and showing a protective disc.

[0038] FIG. 13A is a perspective view of FIG. 12A without a glove including a strap.

[0039] FIG. 13B is a perspective view of FIG. 13A including a strap wrapped around a disc and glove.

[0040] FIG. 13C is a perspective view of the opposite side of FIG. 13B.

[0041] FIG. 14A is a perspective view of hand disc equipment including a fingertip guard.

[0042] FIG. 14B is a perspective view of hand disc equipment including a fingertip guard with a curved cavity.

[0043] FIG. 15A is a perspective side view of double-sided hand disc equipment having a side edge.

[0044] FIG. 15B is a perspective side and front view of the double-sided hand disc equipment including an affixed glove.

[0045] FIG. 15C is a perspective side view of finger padding inside the glove.

[0046] FIG. 15D is a perspective side and front view of shows a view of the double-sided hand disc equipment including finger bands.

[0047] FIG. 15E is a perspective side view including a palm pad below the finger band area.

[0048] FIG. 16 is a perspective side view of convertible double-sided hand disc equipment.

[0049] FIG. 17A is a perspective view of one of the discs of FIG. 16 as a bottom or backhand striking disc.

[0050] FIG. 17B is an opposite perspective view of FIG. 17A including the U-shaped connection.

[0051] FIG. 18A is a perspective view of one of the discs of FIG. 16 as a top or forehand striking disc.

[0052] FIG. 18B is an opposite perspective view of disc of FIG. 18A including the U-shaped connection.

[0053] FIG. 19A is a perspective side view of convertible double-sided hand disc equipment including connective outer edging.

[0054] FIG. 19B is a perspective top view of an insert used with the convertible double-sided hand disc equipment shown in FIG. 19A.

[0055] FIG. 20 is a perspective view of a full game court.

[0056] FIG. 21 shows an isometric view of a full court, including possible measurements.

[0057] FIG. 22 shows an isometric view of a full court described as a bells and whistles court.

[0058] FIG. 23A shows a side view of two mobile half courts, parked back to back, made from clear-sided box trucks.

[0059] FIG. 23B shows a mid wall attached to bumper guards.

[0060] FIG. 23C shows a partial view of a rear of a box truck.

[0061] FIG. 24D shows a mid wall.

[0062] FIG. 24 shows a three quarter view of a mobile half court box truck having a netted mid wall and a sign for advertising.

[0063] FIG. 25 shows a mobile full court in a renovated showcase trailer.

[0064] FIG. 26 shows an isometric view of the mid wall configuration for an alternate embodiment of the game court.

[0065] FIG. 27 shows an isometric view of a alternate court embodiment referred to as an open court.

[0066] FIG. 28 shows a flatbed trailer to transport one or two movable or permanently installed court(s).

[0067] FIG. 29A is a perspective view of hand disc equipment having a curved cavity around the striking face.

[0068] FIG. 29B is a perspective view of the opposite side of FIG. 29A showing finger straps on the non-striking face.

[0069] FIG. 30A is a perspective view of hand disc equipment having a high side edge with a ring extending laterally from a rim.

[0070] FIG. 30B is a perspective view of the opposite side of FIG. 30A showing a fingerless glove for attachment.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0071] Reference will now be made in greater detail to a preferred embodiment of the invention, an example of which is illustrated in the accompanying drawings. Wherever possible, the same reference numerals will be used throughout the drawings and the description to refer to the same or like parts.

I. Sport Equipment

[0072] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of double-sided hand disc equipment 200 including two discs 80. Edge 81 can be angled slightly upward between non-striking face 86 and striking face 82. Edge 81 allows a ball to be scooped up from a surface and retains the ball on striking face 82. Edge 81 can contain a ball on striking face 82 when spinning in a circle along striking face 82.

[0073] Each of discs 80 can have identical dimensions. Discs 80 can have a diameter in a range of about 4 inches to about 12 inches. In one embodiment, discs 80 have a diameter of about 6 inches. Discs 80 can be made from one or rigid materials. Suitable materials include composites, plastic, wood, polycarbonate, and the like.

[0074] Discs 80 can include a layer or topcoat made of an epoxy resin or similar substance. The layer or topcoat can be beneficial for incorporating designs and logos to appear at or through a surface of striking face 82. The layer or topcoat can be beneficial to make the disc 80 thicker and heavier, which assists with dampening vibrations of disc 80 for limiting hand sensation upon making contact with the game ball, providing better control when rebounding and striking a ball with disc 80, and improving the speed of a ball when striking with disc 80. Testing has shown that a hard smooth resin topcoat may also improve the accuracy and trajectory of ball. Suitable resins include a super glaze epoxy resin manufactured by WATCO and epoxy resin manufactured by Envirotex Lite. Tests were performed including comfort, grip, accuracy, hits from the floor, construction quality, shock absorbency, protection of discs, hitting strength and staying in place with disc 80 including the layer or topcoat and not including a layer or top coat. Discs including a layer or topcoat had improved overall striking performance and control in comparison to discs not including the layer or topcoat. Disc 80 can be formed from a mold or by injection molding. Discs 80 can be formed of other materials and other similar circular shapes.

[0075] In this embodiment, discs 80 with similar and opposing striking faces 82 are attached together using band 83. Band 83 can be an elastic band. For example, band 83 can be a heavy duty 2 inch elastic band. Band 83 can be folded to form loops 93. Band 83 can be attached to non-striking face 86 of disc 80a at end position 79a and end position 79b. Band 83 can be attached to non-striking face 86 of disc 80b at end position 79c and end position 79d. Band 83 can also be attached to non-striking face 86 of disc 80b at middle position 78. Band 83 can be attached at end positions 79a-79d and middle position 78 with glue. Band 83 when folded and attached forms loops 93. Loops 93 can serve as connections for three central fingers to be inserted for connecting a user's hand to discs 80. For example, an index finger, middle finger and ring finger of a user can be received in or beside loops 93.

[0076] Striking face 82 can have a concave shape. Non-striking face 86 can have a convex shape. Non-striking face 86 having a convex shape provides a rounded surface for receiving a palm. Wrist strap 84 can be attached to non-striking face 86. Wrist strap 84 assists with providing a secure connection of disc 80 to a user.

[0077] FIG. 2 is a bottom plan view of non-striking face 86 of disc 80. Strap 84 can be attached to non-striking face 86. Strap 84 assists with providing a secure connection of disc 80 to a user. Strap 84 can be formed of a hook and loop material, such as Velcro. Tab 85 can be attached to non-striking face 86. Tab 85 can be formed of a hook and loop material, such as Velcro. Tab 85 can be a 12 peel & stick Velcro tab. Tab 85 can be attached to strap 84 after wrist strap 84 is wrapped around a users' wrist.

[0078] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of user 50 grasping double-sided hand disc equipment 200. In this embodiment, double-sided hand disc equipment 200 includes an additional part of glove 87. User 50 can optionally wear glove 87. Glove 87 can be made of a variety of fabrics. Glove 87 can have a length of 6 to 8 inches extending along a portion of arm 52 of user 50. Finger portions 61 of hand part 62 of glove 87 can be inserted into loops 93 of band 83. After inserting of finger portions 61 of hand part 62 of glove 87 into loops 93, hand part 62 of glove is positioned adjacent to disc 80. Finger portions 61 of hand part 62 allow for a good grasp within loops 93 and helps to hold a hand of user 50 in place against discs 80. Hand part 62 can be formed of leather. Sleeve 63 can be attached to hand part 62 of glove 87. Sleeve 63 can be formed of a stiff fabric. For example sleeve 63 can be formed of KEVLAR manufactured by DuPont, foam or leather. Glove 87 can provide added stability for users, provide more comfort, provide lesser sensation to the hand when striking a ball with disc 80, and can provide added protection to arm 52 of user 50 in the event of a missed stroke.

[0079] Tab 85 can be attached to glove 87. Tab 85 can be coupled to strap 84 for connecting glove 87 to disc 80. Tab 85 can be attached to clothing 51. For example, clothing 51 can be a shirt sleeve.

[0080] FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram of lip 88 which can be attached to edge 81. Lip 88 can be formed of rubber. Lip 88 provides safety protection during use to prevent scratching of the user during use and prevent scratching of court surfaces in contact with lip 88.

[0081] FIGS. 5A through 8 illustrate convertible double-sided hand disc equipment 210 including two discs 80 in which discs 80 of convertible double-sided hand disc equipment 210 can be detached to allow either of discs 80a, 80b to be used separately. Strap 84a is connected to disc 80a and strap 84b is connected to disc 80b as shown in FIGS. 5A-5B. Straps 84a and 84b can be removably attached to wristband 89. For example, wristband 89 can be formed of elasticized terry cloth. In one embodiment, striking face 82 is formed of a transparent material. For example, the transparent material can be an epoxy resin.

[0082] In this embodiment, when discs 80a, 80b are used separately, discs 80a and 80b each include striking face 82 as shown in FIGS. 5A-5B. Striking face 82 has a larger diameter than non-striking face 86 of hand equipment 80b which creates a thicker center striking area of striking face 82. For example, striking face 82 can have a diameter of about 4 to about 6 inches and non-striking face 86 can have a diameter of about 3 to about 5 inches. In one embodiment striking face 82 has a diameter of about 4 inches and non-striking face 86 has a diameter of about 3 inches.

[0083] Image 90 can be attached to striking surface 82 as shown in FIG. 6B. In one embodiment, image 90 is attached to non-striking surface 86 by gluing image 90 to disc pad 92 before adhering to disc 80. Striking surface 82 is transparent to allow image 90 to be shown through striking surface 82. Image 90 can include indicia including words and logos, for example the indicia can include individual names, team names and sponsors names.

[0084] Band 83 is attached to non-striking face 86 as shown in FIG. 6C. Band 83 can be formed of flexible foam. In one embodiment, band 83 can be formed of foam surrounded by an elastic material. For example, band 83 can be formed of foam surrounded by a thin elastic felt. Band 83 can have a thickness in the range from about 1/16 inches to about inches. In one embodiment band 83 can be formed of inch foam. Alternatively, band 83 can be made of another suitable material.

[0085] Ends 41 of band 83 are attached to opposite side edges 42 of palm pad 91 while leaving opening 43 between band 83 and palm pad 91 to allow for four fingers to be inserted within opening 43 and held by band 83 as shown in FIG. 6A. User 50 can insert up to four fingers under band 83 to allow either backhand or forehand striking of a ball. Palm pad 91 and disc pad 92 can be formed of foam rubber. Palm pad 91 can be thicker than disc pad 92. For example, palm pad 91 and disc pad 92 can have a thickness in the range of about inch to about inches. In one embodiment, palm pad 91 can have a thickness of about inches and disc pad 92 has a thickness of about inches. Disc pad 92 can be wider than palm pad 91. For example, disc pad 92 and palm pad 91 can have a diameter in the range from about of about 3 to about 5 inches. For example, palm pad 91 can have about a 3 and inch diameter and disc pad 92 can have a diameter of about 5 inches. Palm pad 91 can be attached with glue to about the center of disc pad 92. Straps 84a, 84b can be attached to palm pad 91. In one embodiment as shown in FIGS. 6A-6C, longer strap 84b formed of a hook and loop material can wrap around and removably attach to palm pad 91 formed of a felt material. Alternatively, straps 84a, 84b can be permanently attached to palm pad 91, such as by glue.

[0086] FIGS. 6A-6C illustrate use of one of discs 80 being 80b of convertible double-sided hand disc equipment 210 in which strap 84b can be attached around a user's wrist, at the wristband and to any location on strap 84b.

[0087] FIGS. 7A through 8 illustrate disc 80a of convertible double-sided hand disc equipment 210. Band 83 attached to palm pad 91 can be folded and attached to form loops 93 as shown FIG. 7A. Strap 84 is connected to tab 85. Tab 85 is attached to palm pad 91. Alternatively, strap 84 can be glued to palm pad 91 without the use of tab 85. Striking face 82 can have a concave surface.

[0088] Digits 52a and 52c can be inserted in loops 93 as shown in FIG. 7B. This embodiment includes coupling member 94 as an alternative to strap 84. Coupling member 94 can be attached to side edge 42 of palm pad 91. Coupling member 94 is wrapped around a hand or glove of user 50. Coupling member 94 can be formed of string or cord. Palm pad 91 can be formed of hard foam rubber or other similar material for cushioning hand 55 of user 50. Digit 52d and 52e can grasp edge 42 of palm pad 91.

[0089] Slot 95 can be positioned above palm pad 91 and below non-striking face 86 as shown in FIG. 8. Slot 95 can receive image 90. Image 90 can be formed on a material having a sufficient thickness for easy insertion into slot 95. After insertion of image 90 into slot 95, slot can be closed. Slot 95 can be closed with tape, sealed with glue, or covered by strap 84b looped around palm pad 91 as shown in FIGS. 6A-6C.

[0090] Disc 80 of hand disc equipment 220 includes striking face 182 as shown in FIG. 9A. Striking face 182 includes flange 181 an outer striking surface extending around recessed central portion 183 of striking face 182. The overall diameter of disc 80 can have a diameter in the range of about 8 to about 10 inches. Striking face 182 in recessed central portion 183 can have a diameter of about 6 to about 8 inches. The difference in height between flange 181 and recessed central portion 183 of striking face 182 allows a ball to be spun in a circle within recessed central portion 183.

[0091] Finger pocket 89 can be attached to non-striking face 186 as shown in FIG. 9B. Finger pocket 89 receives digits 52a-d of user 50. Finger pocket 89 can be formed of an elastic material. The stretching of the elastic material of finger pocket 89 allows digits to move together and to spread slightly apart for control and flexibility.

[0092] Disc 80 of hand disc equipment 230 includes thumb pocket 97 attached to striking face 86. Thumb pocket 97 receives digit 52e of user 50. Digit 52e can be a thumb of user 50. Digit 52e goes through thumb hole 98 from non-striking face 86 and slips into thumb pocket 97 on striking face 82. Thumb pocket 97 protects digit 52e. Thumb pocket 97 can be formed of foam rubber, hard molded plastic or other material, which can in fact be made of the same material as disc 80. Strap 84 can be attached to wrist 53 of user 50.

[0093] Thumb pocket 97 can be formed on striking face 82 as shown in FIG. 10A. Thumb hole 98 extends through disc 80. Finger pocket 89 can be attached to non-striking face 86. Disc 80 can have a diameter in a range of about 8 inches to about 9 inches. Disc 80 can be made in a variety of ways by using a resin poured in a smooth, slightly concave, form or mold. The mold can include a feature to create thumb hole 98. The resin can be clear epoxy resin. Colorants or objects can be added to the resin. Image 90, as shown in FIGS. 9A-11A, can be glued to disc 80 prior to adhering finger band 89. Alternatively, image 90 can be placed in the mold before receiving the resin or between layers of resin pours.

[0094] FIG. 10B shows an alternate embodiment of FIG. 10A, hand 55 of user 50 can be seen through disc 80 which is transparent. Finger pocket 99 can be attached to non-striking face 86. Finger pocket 99 can have a mitten shape. Thumb pocket 97 formed on striking face 82 can have an alternate shape.

[0095] Hand disc equipment 240 can include discs 80a and 80b which are concentric with one another as shown in FIG. 11A. Image 90 can be glued to disc 80a striking surface prior to a resin pour. Disc 80a has a smaller diameter than disc 80b. Disc 80a is adhered in center of disc 80b. Each of discs 80a, 80b can have a slightly concave surface between edge 81. The surfaces of discs 80a, 80b allow a ball to move in a contained circular track between disc 80a and 80b.

[0096] Band 83 can be attached to non-striking surface 86 using tabs 85 as shown in FIG. 11B. Finger loop 193 receives digit 52b. Digit 52b can be a middle finger. Thumb holder 197 receives digit 52e. Thumb holder 197 can be formed of two tabs 85 formed of a hook and loop material. Thumb holder 197 can be adjusted according to a size of digit 52e or the use of a glove by user 50.

[0097] FIGS. 12A-12C and FIGS. 13A-13C illustrate multi-surface hand disc equipment 250 including discs 80a and 80b and protective disc 108. Disc 80b can have smaller diameter than disc 80a. In one embodiment, disc 80b can be used for forehand strikes and disc 80a can be used for backhand strikes. Alternatively, disc 80a can be used for forehand strikes and disc 80b can be used for backhand strikes. Protective disc 108 can be formed of a rubber material for protecting a wrist and hand of user 50 positioned below disc 80b.

[0098] FIG. 12A shows a side view of a user 50 wearing a glove 87 inserted into multi-surface hand disc equipment 250. Each disc 80a, 80b is covered with layer 101. Layer 101 can be a foam layer for added comfort and protection for direct hand to disc contact. Layer 101 can be a thin layer of padding adhered to non-striking face 86.

[0099] Coupling layer 102 can be coupled between discs 80a and 80b as shown in FIG. 12B. Coupling layer 102 which includes finger loop 193 can receive digit 52b. Coupling layer 102 can include main loop 194. Main loop 194 can receive digit 52a and 52c. Digit 52a can be a pointer finger. Digit 52c can be a ring finger. It will be appreciated that different digits 52a-52d can be inserted in finger loop 193 and main loop 194.

[0100] Protective disc 108 can be larger than discs 80a, 80b as shown in FIG. 12C. For example, protective disc 108 can have a diameter of about 4 to about six and a half inches and disc 80a can have a diameter of about 3 to about 5 inches. In one embodiment protective disc 108 has a diameter of about 4 inches and disc 80b has a diameter of 3 inches.

[0101] FIGS. 13A-13C show strap 84 attached to protective disc 108. Strap 84 can include tabs 85 positioned along strap 84 and at a end of strap 84. Strap 84 can be wrapped around glove 87 for attachment to user 50. Digit 52e received in glove 87 can either tuck beside a first finger, beside disc 80a, or comfortably extend away from protective disc 108 for delivering forehanded strikes.

[0102] Equipment testing suggests that discs with smaller diameters can provide improved accuracy over discs with larger diameters. A larger diameter striking face can provide improved chances for making contact with a ball.

[0103] Hand disc equipment 260 includes disc 80 and can include fingertip guard 103 at upper top half portion of disc 109. Fingertip guard 103 can be curved in a shape of disc 80 as shown in FIG. 14A. Fingertip guard 103 extends the region of disc 80 which allows another area of contact for missed hits. Fingertip guard 103 can be formed of plastic. Fingertip guard 103 can be removably attached to disc 80 with a hook and loop material. Alternatively, fingertip guard 103 can be permanently attached to non-striking face 86. For example, fingertip guard 103 can be attached with permanent glue. In an alternate embodiment, fingertip guard 103 is integral with disc 80.

[0104] Disc 80 can include fingertip guard 110 along top 109 as shown in FIG. 14B. Fingertip guard 110 can include a curved cavity for receiving one or more of digits 52a-52e. Fingertip guard 110 can be formed of plastic. Fingertip guard 110 can be removably attached to disc 80 with a hook and loop material. Alternatively, fingertip guard 110 can be permanently attached to non-striking face 86. For example, fingertip guard 110 can be attached with permanent glue. In an alternate embodiment, fingertip guard 110 is integral with disc 80.

[0105] FIGS. 15A through 15E illustrate double-sided hand disc equipment 270 in combination with permanently affixed glove 87. One or more of finger portions 187a-d and thumb portion 187e of glove 87 can be attached to non-striking faces 86 of discs 80. Thumb portion 187e and digit 187d portion of glove 87 can be attached to outer edge 81 for better grasping. Edge 81 of discs 80a and 80b can have an increased height over previously described embodiments which allows a greater capacity for ball movement and containment on striking face 82. For example, edge 81 can have a height of about inches. Glove 87 can be used by both left handed and right handed players to allow both left handed and right handed players to share the same equipment. Users of various skill levels can easily wear and remove glove 87 for use of easy attachment to double-sided hand disc equipment 270.

[0106] Three of finger portions 187a-d can be permanently attached to non-striking surface 86 with spacing between finger portions 187a-d. Fingertips of finger portions 187a-187d can extend near or beyond edge 81. In one embodiment, in FIG. 15B, finger portions 187a and 187c are attached to disc 80a and finger portion 187b is attached to disc 80b. Alternatively, finger portions 187a-187c can be adhered in a reverse manner to opposite discs 80a, 80b. During testing, the attachment of finger portion 187b for digit 52b provided improved control of a direction of a ball when used for backhand striking.

[0107] Discs 80a and 80b can be spread apart for striking a ball from different angles of striking face 82. Non-striking space between discs 80a and 80b can receive finger portions 187d and thumb portion 187e, or finger portion 187d, and thumb portion 187e can be unattached to have mobility to grasp edge 81.

[0108] Finger padding 104 can be attached to the interior glove around one or more of digit portions 187a-187e of glove 87 to provide cushioning and protection of respective digits 52a-52e received in glove 87 as shown in FIG. 15C close-up of glove finger 187a. Layer 101 in FIG. 15D can be a foam layer for added comfort and stability for hand to disc contact.

[0109] Finger bands 102 can be attached to non-striking face 86 before attachment of glove 87 as shown in FIG. 15D. to help provide firmer glove 87 attachment and for extra finger cushioning. Palm pad 91 can be attached to non-striking face 86 to be used in combination with finger bands 102 as shown in FIG. 15E.

[0110] FIGS. 16-18 show convertible double-sided hand disc equipment 280 including two discs 80 in which discs 80 of convertible double-sided hand disc equipment 280 can be detached to allow either of discs 80a, 80b to be used separately. U-shaped connection 105 can be attached to disc 80b. U-shaped connection 105 can include tabs 85 for connecting to tabs 85 on disc 80a to connect disc 80a to disc 80b. U-shaped connection 105 can receive digit 52b.

[0111] FIGS. 17A and 17B illustrate disc 80b after separation from disc 80a including a lower section of U-shaped connection 105 which can be used for forehand or backhand striking. FIGS. 18A and 18B illustrate disc 80a after separation from disc 80b including an upper section of U-shaped connection 105 which can be used for forehand or backhand striking. Straps 84 can also be used with discs 80a, 80b for attachment of discs 80a and 80b to a user by using tab 85 attached to layer 101 on disc 80a of non-striking surface as shown in FIG. 18A.

[0112] FIGS. 19A and 19B illustrate double-sided hand disc equipment 290. Connective outer edging 106 can couple disc 80a to disc 80b. Connective outer edging 106 can enclose substantially half of disc 80a and 80b. Insert 107 can be permanently attached with glue between non-striking surfaces of discs. Insert 107 includes a plurality of openings 291 for receiving digits as shown in FIG. 19B. In one embodiment, insert 107 includes three openings 291 for receiving digits 52a-c. Straps 84 and tabs 85 can also be used with discs 80a, 80b for attachment of discs 80a and 80b to a user from non-striking surface 86. Double-sided hand disc equipment 290 is advantageous for beginners or child users.

[0113] FIGS. 29A and 29B illustrate hand disc equipment 800 including side edge 842 and rim 843 surrounding striking face 82 of disc 80. Rim 843 extends inward from top portion of side edge 842. Side edge 842 and rim 843 are useful for containing a ball on striking face 82 for a period of time thereby keeping the ball in play. Side edge 842 can be coupled or integral with striking face 82. Side edge 842 and rim 843 can be formed of plastic or other suitable material. Side edge 842 can have a height similar or slightly larger than a diameter of a ball used with hand disc equipment 800. For example, side edge 842 can have a height of about 3 inches for accommodating a ball having a diameter up to about 3 inches. Side edge 842 and rim 843 can be positioned at various angles from striking face 82. Side edge 842 can be rounded as shown in FIG. 29A. Non-striking face 86 of hand disc equipment 800 is shown in FIG. 29B. Straps 84 and loop 93 can be adhered to non-striking face 86 of hand disc equipment 800 for firmly connecting a players hand to the equipment. Straps 84 can be made of a hook and loop material. Loop 93 can be formed of elastic.

[0114] An alternate embodiment of hand disc equipment 800 is shown in FIG. 30A and FIG. 30B. Side edge 842 can extend vertically from striking face 82 as shown in FIG. 30A. Side edge 842 is substantially straight without a curved surface. Ring 844 extends laterally from rim 843. Ring 844 is substantially flat. Ring 844 can be angled from rim 843. Side edge 842 can have a height which is greater than a diameter of a ball used with hand disc equipment 800. For example, side edge 842 can have a height in the range of about 4 inches to about 6 inches. Glove 87 can be adhered to non-striking face 86 of hand disc equipment 800, as shown in FIG. 30B. Glove 87 can be a fingerless glove.

II. Game Court

[0115] FIG. 20 illustrates full game court 300 which can be used for playing a game with any of the hand disc equipment described above. Full game court 300 includes opposite end walls 301, 302 and opposite side walls 303, 304. Opposite end walls 301, 302 are connected to respective sidewalls 303, 304 at corners 305, 306. Ceiling 308 can be coupled to end walls 301, 302 and side walls 303, 304 for enclosing full game court 300. In one embodiment, full game court 300 is constructed within a conventional racquetball court. FIG. 21 show full game court dimensions with measurements having a height of 8 feet and width of 12 feet and length of 24 feet.

[0116] In one embodiment, framework 111 comprising vertical and horizontal structures can be used to attach opposite end walls 301, 302, opposite side walls 303, 304 and ceiling 308 to form full game court 300. Planar panels 112 are attached to framework 111 to form ceiling 308, end walls 301, 302 and side walls 303, 304. Planar panels 112 can be formed of polycarbonate or tempered glass. Planar panels 112 can be attached to one another with a suitable adhesive. Mid wall 113 is centrally positioned midway along a length of floor 114 of full game court 300. Floor 114 can be formed of conventional seamless wood flooring or a smooth and durable material, such as for example a tongue and groove composite. Goal 115 is formed on each end wall 301, 302. Goal 115 can include a funnel shape including aperture 320. Chute 322 connects aperture 320 to ball return 324. Goal 115 can be attached to a scoring system.

[0117] Mid wall 113 has a height which is less than a height of side walls 303, 304 to form opening 330 between mid wall 113 and ceiling 308. Opening 330 generally runs the same length as the parallel end walls and ranges between 1 foot to 2 feet in height. In this embodiment, removable goal 118 can be attached to entry door 117 as shown in FIG. 21. Removable goal 118 can be connected to entry door 117 by using suction cups 141, using two sets magnetic strips between a surface of entry door 117 and a rear side of removable goal 118, or using another suitable attachment. One or more vertical corner vents 116 can be positioned at one or more corners 305, 306. Vertical corner vents 116 include perforations 331 to allow for air exchange.

[0118] Goal 115 can include wireless detector 335 as shown in FIG. 22. For example, wireless detector 335 can be a motion detector. Wireless detector 335 can project audio and visual effects, including sounds and lights from goal area 115 or to an external source via Bluetooth technology.

[0119] Screen monitor 126 can be attached to wall 309 outside of full game court 300. Screen monitor 126 can project a scoreboard. Alternatively, one or more screen monitors 126 can be attached to ceiling mount 120 above mid wall 113. Ceiling mount 120 can include a track system. Screen monitor 126 can project video and instant replays. Screen monitor 126 can be computer controlled to allow players or event organizers to personalize sounds and images to be displayed on screen monitor 126 when a goal is scored. Cameras 121 can be positioned at location above and along end walls 301, 302 and side walls 303, 304 for video recording and for sharing video over a variety of media outlets. A system of vertical and horizontal structural brackets 122 can be attached to framework 111. Lights 332 and cameras 121 can be attached to system of vertical and horizontal structural brackets 122. Bracket 122 is connected across the ceiling enclosure to wall brace 123 outside of full game court 300.

[0120] In one embodiment, lights 340 are controlled to provide a dimly lit court. In this embodiment a glow-in-the-dark ball can be used to play a game within full game court 300. Lighting 342 can be affixed to goals 115. Lighting 342 can be installed from under ceiling mount 120. Lighting 342 can be affixed to top edge 344 of mid wall 113. Alternatively, lighting 342 can be enclosed in encasement 345 attached to top edge 344 of mid wall 113.

[0121] FIGS. 23-24 illustrate mobile half game court 400 which can be used for playing a game with hand disc equipment described above. Mobile half game courts 400a and 400b can be formed in respective box trucks 125a, 125b. Mobile half game court 400a can be positioned adjacent to mobile half game court 400b by parking rear 402a of box truck 125a adjacent to rear 402b of box truck 125b as shown in FIG. 23A. Sidewalls 404 of box trucks 125 can be formed of a transparent material. Each of mobile half game courts 400 can have interior dimensions of a height of about 8 feet, and a width of about 8 feet and a length of about 12 feet. Box trucks 125 can be conventional glass box trucks. Box trucks that back into each other to connect mid wall 129 shall have side entry doors 403 for players to enter. The accompanying illustration shows two trucks backed into each other for gameplay, with the assistance of high bumper guards 124 on the back of each truck where mid wall 129 aligns. Box trucks and trailers solely designed for mobile half court play may have a rear door 117 plus goal assembly 128 as shown in FIG. 24.

[0122] Mid wall 129 can be removably attached to rear 402a, 402b of trucks 125a, 125b. Mid wall 129 can be attached to bumper guards 124 as shown in FIG. 23B. Bumper guards 124 attach to rear 402a, 402b of respective trucks 125a, 125b. Bumper guards 124 are level and generally extend the horizontal length of trucks 125a, 125b. A length of bumper guards 124 can be in a range of about 7 to 8 feet and a vertical width of bumper guards 124 can be in a range of about 8 to about 12 inches. Bumper guards 124 can have a thickness in a range of about 2 inches to 3 inches. Shim 127 can be positioned between bumper guards 124 and mid wall 129.

[0123] FIG. 23C shows a partial view of the rear of box truck 125. Magnet strips 119 connect mid wall 129 to box truck 125. Opening 410 is positioned above mid wall 129. Opening 410 can measure to about 1 foot in height and about 7 to about 8 feet in width. Two extendable site markers 131 can be positioned on the left and right side of rear 402 of box truck 125 to assist drivers when lining up bumper guards 124, prior to connecting mid wall 129. Corner vent 116 can be positioned at corners of box truck 125 and can be used for connecting planar panels 112 at end and side walls. FIG. 23C shows corner vent 116 at rear 402 of box truck 125.

[0124] Mid wall 129 can connect to magnetic strips 119 on box truck 125 by lining up magnetic strips 119 on edge of mid wall 129 or with frame flanges 130 at top 411 and side edges 412 on mid wall 129 as shown in FIG. 23D. Hinges 139 at the four corners of mid wall frame 129 can allow for some slight movement and flexibility of aligning the frame around both truck openings. Invisible hinges can be used for unobstructed mid wall 129 frame corners.

[0125] In one embodiment mid wall net 140 is attached to mobile half game court 400 at the front end of the utility trailer as shown FIG. 24. A magnetic, hook on, or snap on frame and net assembly 140 can attach to a frame around the opening of the mid wall for gameplay. During transport, mid wall net 140 can be replaced with a waterproof covering. FIG. 24 can have frame and net goal assembly 128 directly installed to central rear door 117 at rear wall 402 in mobile half court 400. Sign 132 can be attached to box truck 125 with poles 420. Sign 132 can move upward via a groove, glide, or hydraulic assembly not shown and be held in place by use of a click track, latch, or rod to provide a secure hold. Vent 116 can be installed at corner edges of mobile courts.

[0126] Mobile full game court 500 can be positioned on or within trailer 134 as shown in FIG. 25. Trailer 134 can be refurbished mobile transporters, such as, RV's, buses, and cargo containers. Mobile full game court 500 includes opposite end walls 501, 502 and opposite side walls 503, 504. Opposite end walls 501, 502 are connected to respective sidewalls at corners 505,506. Ceiling 508 can be coupled to end walls 501, 502 and side walls 503, 504 for enclosing mobile full game court 500. Mid wall 113 is positioned midway along a length of sidewalls 503, 504 of mobile full game court 500. FIG. 25 shows two different types of goals, however, goals on and walls 501, 502 should match. Goal 128 can be formed of a fabric material or netting. Goal 115 can be formed in the shape of a curved funnel, as shown in FIG. 22 and can include large aperture 320 to receive a ball and smaller aperture 324 below goal 115 for ball return. Goal 115 can be formed of plastic. Entry doors 117 can be located in a similar location on both court sides. FIG. 25 shows side entry doors 403 on sidewall 504. Goal 115 can be formed on each end wall 501.

[0127] Flatbed trailer 142 as shown in FIG. 28 can transport one or two movable or permanently installed court(s) for creating mobile full game court 500. Mid walls 113 can join via framework 111 which would form a double thickness mid wall 113 when placed together. Flatbed trailer 142 can include wheels 510 under a mobile full court structure. Another possibility is having two half court sections 511 on wheels 510, which would allow rolling both court cube sections off the trailer for use at a temporary location, such as, under a pavilion with a level surface, ie. concrete, or inside an arena. Flatbed trailer 142 could be parked at an indoor or outdoor location for gameplay.

[0128] Intersecting court 600 can include mid wall 133 formed of two intersecting walls 602, 603 as shown in FIG. 26. Mid wall 133 equally divides a court into four separate sections. Each wall 602, 603 can include opening 604 for a ball to pass through into any of the other three court spaces. Intersecting court 600 can be assembled much like previous structures, although surrounding sidewalls must have equal lengths.

[0129] FIG. 27 illustrates open game court 700 in which players 136 play one-on-one against each other in open court 700. Open game court 700 includes opposite end walls 701, 702 and opposite side walls 703, 704. Opposite end walls 701, 702 are connected to respective sidewalls 703, 704 at corners 705, 706. Ceiling 708 can be coupled to end walls 701, 702 and side walls 703, 704 for enclosing open game court 700. Open game court does not include a mid wall. Markings 137 can be positioned on court floor 710 for positioning both players 136 at a time of serving game ball 138. For example, markings 137 can include lines, circles, or squares. Players 136 must have a body part, ie. foot, each touching marking 137 until game ball 138 is served. Open game court 700 can have dimensions of about a 12 foot height and width and about a 16 foot length. Goal opening 135 can be positioned in ceiling 708. Alternatively, goal opening can be positioned in upper portion of one of side walls. Game ball 138 can bounce outside of open game court 700 when a goal is scored through goal opening 135, potentially engaging spectators to catch the ball 138.

[0130] Each player's court can have a height and width in a range of about 8 feet to about 12 feet and a length of about 10 feet to about 16 feet. Preferably, full game court 300 has a height of about 10 feet to about 12 feet, a width of about 10 feet to about 12 feet and a length of about 24 feet to about 32 feet. Preferably, mobile half game courts 400 have a height of about 8 feet to about 10 feet, a width of about 8 feet and a length of about 10 feet to 16 feet. Preferably, mobile full game courts 500 can have a height of about 8 feet to about 10 feet, a width of about 8 feet and a length of about 20 feet to about 32 feet. Preferably, open game court 700 without a mid wall has height, width, and length measurements ranging of about 12 feet to about 16 feet. Intersecting court 600 will generally have the longest sidewall dimensions, ie. about 24 feet to about 32 feet, for accommodating a four player court structure.

[0131] Eight feet is the smallest height suggested, because adults 58 could use this room to comfortably jump and swing at a ball without much, if any, contact with the ceiling. This space also provides reasonable tracking of the ball when following ricochet action. A ten foot height court can provide a structure with more space, so would accommodate very tall people. A ten foot height court can also be transported on a three foot trailer base, considering that the maximum allowable US highway height is 13 feet and 6 inches. In general, courts built at a 12 foot height have some advantages and disadvantages. At this height, the ball may not hit the ceiling as often, which would cause the ball to bounce less and have slower momentum. A court at a 11 foot or 12 foot height can be more suitable for novice players, and stimuli sensitive players, who may prefer more space and reaction time. This height would also suit tall players who jump high, and also players at an advanced level who may strike with great force, have a fast reaction time, and play at a fast pace. Mounted cameras 121 may be considered less distracting at greater ceiling heights.

[0132] For the width of the court, less than 8 feet can feel too limited for player maneuverability and for tracking of the ball. More than 12 feet wide may be unsuitable, as wide courts could create too much rolling and less bouncing. The maximum allowable US highway width is 86. It is preferable that mobile half game courts 400 and mobile full game court 500 have a width of about 8 feet.

[0133] The length of each court side, meaning a player's floor space between end walls and mid wall 113, should be within the range of 10 to 16 feet. This distance provides accommodating ball bounce back and player maneuverability.

[0134] Planar panels 112 used for ceiling can have a relative thickness of inches or 12 mm. Panels can be tongue and groove panels 112 having a plastic laminate facing. Ceiling mount system 120 relies on suitable ceiling framing 111 construction, ie. steel. The flat roof or ceiling structure of the playing court must be carefully constructed in a way that provides a smooth solid interior playing surface on the ceiling after installation. It is preferred that the framework 111 be installed prior to installing any planar members 112 for attachment. The ceiling framework 111 must provide a means of supporting and incorporating clear polycarbonate panels 112 in such a way that attaches in a secure and close fit assemblage. A clear ceiling is preferred, as it would be most suitable for video recording with cameras 121 from a bird's eye view.

III. Operation and Game Play:

[0135] A recreational sports game within full game court 300, mobile half game courts 400, and mobile full game court 500. Each court includes a ceiling and a solid central mid wall. An open space across the top of the mid wall allows a ball to pass between players positioned on either side of the wall. A goal is positioned on an end wall of each court. Players attempt to score points by directing the ball into the goal on the end wall of their opponent's side of the court.

[0136] Hand equipment as described above is directly connected to a user's hand for the purpose of striking a small bouncy ball. Players may also use any parts of their body to strike the ball, as they attempt to get it over the mid wall and ultimately into the goal on the wall defended by their opponent.

[0137] Rules may vary based on the skill level of players, the version of the court used, and the intention behind gameplay. The term intention is in regard to the nature of the event, being the purpose of the venue and the players.

[0138] This sport is unlike all others, because of the rapid ball striking and ricochets within a fairly small room-like space. Beyond the ability to score against oneself, and beyond the capability of non-athletic people to participate, this is a sport that embraces a variety of entertaining game play.

[0139] It may be determined that players have a limited amount time, ie. two minutes, to have the ball in their court. The ball must remain in motion at all times to be considered in play. A deadball, defined as a ball no longer in motion, will be scored against the player who has it in his or her possession. In motion means that the ball is rolling, spinning, bouncing, or in-flight.

[0140] The game ball preferably measures about 1.57 inches in diameter and weighs about 2.4 oz or about 65 grams, so there is minimal risk of injury should the ball make contact with a player. Lightweight balls are best suitable for game play. Larger lightweight balls could be used in certain game play situations, ie. special needs. The only protective equipment recommended, and required for playing a competitive game, is to wear eye covering, such as, glasses, although clear safety goggles are recommended for the most protection.

[0141] Players can use any body parts or allowable equipment, ie. knee pads, helmet, wheelchair, to make contact, redirect, or maneuver the ball. Since the ball may be kicked during the game along the base of the wall, a lower portion of the wall can be made of a thicker panel around the perimeter at a measurement of 6 inches to 2 feet up from the floor surface, or that the lower portion of the wall be made with twice the amount of studs.

[0142] During entertainment gameplay, players will have the opportunity to share their talents. Dancers, acrobats, and gymnasts can provide a movement performance within the game court. Magicians, comedians, poets, and singers have the potential to showcase their talents, as well. Of course, talented athletes, especially handball, racquet, and paddle athletes, will be able to challenge themselves with this new game, while perhaps honing their skills, and even have an opportunity to show their skills at another level.

Exhibition and Challenges

[0143] Additional ways of using the court enclosure described in this present invention can include the following:

[0144] Players can play two against two, while taking turns making ball contact while inside the court at the same time

[0145] Games can be played between two teams, having two tag team groups. Tag team play relies on players changing positions on their court side, from outside the cube to inside the cube during gameplay. They may only switch players while a ball is in motion; but not during a score, or a serve.

[0146] A challenge can be used for special interest, such as a player having a specialized task to complete. For instance, a player has a three minute time limit to see how many balls they can get over the mid wall and into an undefended goal.

[0147] Mobile courts can advertise from various locations, giving first-time players and spectators a chance to experience and view the new recreational game of the present invention. Transparent courts allow people to take snapshots and videos, which allows news reporters and everyday people to share pictures and videos to public media platforms. Mobile courts can also be a venue for public appearances by celebrities, to meet and greet while watching or playing the game of the present invention. This can increase their public relations, while increasing public interest in the game.

Rules and Methods of Play *

[0148] The hand equipment as described above varies in size ranging between about 3 inches to about 11 inches in diameter. The hand equipment can also have other differences to accommodate personal preferences. Some of these differences include thickness, weight, style, and the way in which the equipment fits and connects with a user's hand. Players may prefer two different types of hand discs when using both their left and right hands.

[0149] Unlike racquetball rules, hand equipment is only required to be used when serving the ball.

[0150] In one method of game play, after a serve the ball can bounce multiple times from multiple surfaces.

[0151] The pace of the game of the present invention can vary, depending on the version of gameplay and the strategy of the individual players. At an advanced level, the game can be extremely fast paced, requiring split-second reactions by the players to follow and make contact with the small rubber ball. If the game rules are set that a player has a two minute time limit to get the ball over the mid wall, a stall tactic by keeping the ball in motion on one's side may slow the game pace, which may catch an opponent off guard when suddenly striking the ball. However, the risk of keeping the ball on one's side increases the risk of the ball entering the goal, thereby scoring a point for the opponent.

[0152] The object of this game is to score the most points by getting the ball into a goal. The goal is typically an opening into a containment area on the back walls, parallel to the mid wall, in each opposing side of the court.

[0153] Ball 138 can be a small and bouncy ball measuring between 1 inch to 3 inches in diameter. Ball 138 can be made of a rubber material, ie. zectron, like or of a Super Ball measuring approximately about 1.57 inches in diameter and weighing approximately about 2.4 oz or about 65 grams. A bright color of ball 138, ie. red, offers good visibility. Balls 138 can also be made to glow in the dark for gameplay in a dimly lit court.

[0154] In play of the game, 2 players, for a one on one match is generally preferred. Alternate game versions, ie. tag team groups or gameplay in intersecting court 600 can include more players.

[0155] In a method to play the game, the gameplay begins with a serve, whereby the server tosses the game ball at any surface(s) on their side of the court, and strikes the ball with hand disc equipment described above after one or two bounces. Players may use hand disc equipment in one or both hands, and may use any body parts, ie. head, hands, chest, feet, etc. for maneuvering the ball. They may strike, kick, bounce, and fling the ball in order to direct the ball over the mid wall and into the opposing players court. Players shall keep the ball in motion, including rolling on a hand disc or the floor, in order to keep the ball in play, until a point is scored. The preferred way for a player to score points is by getting the ball into the vertical goal located on the back wall in the opposing court.

[0156] The object of the game is to score the most points.

[0157] A condition of Deadball, means a ball has ceased moving on the court; Holding, means a ball has ceased moving at or connected with a player's body; Foul, means equipment or clothing is released by causing an unruly distraction, ie. bashing a wall; Timeout means the game needs a brief pause, typically due to an injury, a foul, or an allowable break time; Point, means a player increases their score by one point.

[0158] Points are generally scored in one of three ways, being that either a ball enters a goal, a player over exceeds their ball possession time, or a foul is made by a harsh distraction, ie. throwing one's hand disc into the opposing court. It should be understood that if a player has possession of the ball and it enters the goal on their side of the court, their opponent gains a point. Different versions of the game of the present invention can require different ways of scoring, depending on the time allotted, the purpose of gameplay, and the players involved. For example, a two player game might consist of three 20 minute rounds, then adding the total points scored. In another example, players may play continuously, without breaks or time limits, until one player scores 7 points.

[0159] A player shall be deemed the winner when they score more points, or win more rounds, than their opponent.

[0160] It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that changes could be made to the embodiments described above without departing from the broad inventive concept thereof. It is understood, therefore, that this invention is not limited to the particular embodiments disclosed, but it is intended to cover modifications within the spirit and scope of the present invention as defined by the appended claims.