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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8133127 | Sports training device and methods of use The various embodiments of the present invention include, but are not limited to, sports training devices that are beneficial for training in activities requiring swinging motions (e.g., the game of golf). The device may be used without hindering any portions of a n... | 03/13/2012 |
| 8079917 | Training apparatus for improving an athletes swing In the basic embodiment, the swing training device is a support rod, a first end of which is secured to a hinged mechanism, the hinged mechanism being secured to a support, the opposing end of the support rod having secured thereto a head piece which is engageable w... | 12/20/2011 |
| 7815518 | Training apparatus for improving a golf swing In the basic embodiment, the golf training device is a support rod, a first end of which is secured to a hinged mechanism, the hinged mechanism being secured to a support, the opposing end of the support rod having secured thereto a head piece or helmet which is eng... | 10/19/2010 |
| 7572192 | Golf swing training aid The present invention aids golfers in developing a better golf swing in a quick, easy and effective manner, comprising a “C”-shaped head rest that is positioned across the user's forehead and padded for comfort. The headrest is connected to an extendable shaft t... | 08/11/2009 |
| 7354343 | Wagering game where player can borrow money for wagers based on equity position A method, apparatus, and computer readable storage medium for implementing a casino wagering game. The game allows the player to borrow funds against equity earned in a game currently in progress. When the game is over, any borrowed funds can be paid with winnings f... | 04/08/2008 |
| 7314408 | Methods and apparatus for a competitive bonus game with variable odds A bonus controller for generating a competitive bonus game in a gaming system, the bonus controller having a processor and a memory coupled to the processor. The bonus controller being programmed to: receive wagering data corresponding to a casino game, enter a firs... | 01/01/2008 |
| 7311606 | System and method for betting on a subset of participants in an event wherein betting parameters may change over time A method of managing bets is provided. The method includes identifying a set of participants in an event and receiving a group bet for the event. The group bet comprises a bet that one of an undefined subset of the set of participants will win the event. The undefin... | 12/25/2007 |
| 7275998 | Portable collapsible golf swing guide apparatus A golf swing apparatus comprising: a tower carrying a lateral arm having a) a lower columnar member; b) a lockable sliding collar slidingly positioned on the columnar member; c) three legs having an inner end portion hinged, and permanently attached to a bottom port... | 10/02/2007 |
| 7233922 | System and method for wagering-based transferable financial instruments The invention provides a system and method for creating and facilitating the exchange of wagering-based transferable financial instruments. The instruments may be used to embody multiple various positions based upon the ultimate outcomes of uncertain future continge... | 06/19/2007 |
| 7214139 | Golf swing aid Exemplary embodiments provided herein may include a method and system for indicating to a user when the user has performed an improper golf swing, including a positioning portion, and an indicating portion coupled to the positioning portion, where the indicating por... | 05/08/2007 |
| 7207896 | Aid for training a golf swing A training aid for practicing a golf swing. Two laser pointers are mounted at opposite ends of a bar that is affixed to a hat. The laser pointers are horizontally and vertically adjustable and are adjusted such that the laser beams from the two laser pointers cross ... | 04/24/2007 |
| 7204766 | Golf swing training apparatus A golf swing training apparatus includes a frame having a crosspiece interconnecting the upper ends of a pair of generally-parallel-spaced elongate supports, to thereby define a first frame portion extending along a generally horizontal first axis when the frame sta... | 04/17/2007 |
| 7172508 | Multi-person parimutuel betting games based on sporting events A parimutuel betting game based on events unfolding during a live sporting event, a principal objective being to acquire the largest number of betting tokens by the end of the sporting event. An administrator conducts a plurality of betting events based on events oc... | 02/06/2007 |
| 7150683 | Golf swing training method and apparatus A golf swing training apparatus increases the efficiency of the training process for a desired golf swing. Multiple training apparatus are mounted on a support base to define the proper golf swing path and corresponding body movement. The golfer strikes a barrier wh... | 12/19/2006 |
| 7121987 | Golf exercise device Disclosed is a golf exercise weight machine for anaerobically strengthening the large rotary muscles of the body—including the upper thigh, trunk and abdomen, and shoulders—most used in performing a golf swing. Preferably, the device includes a floor mounted bas... | 10/17/2006 |
| 7063626 | Golf teaching and training device A multi-positional swing training device having adjustable configurations suitable for addressing a plurality of swing flaws, such as with a golf swing, is provided. The training device includes a base, and an upright member extending vertically from the base. An el... | 06/20/2006 |
| 7040982 | Financial trading game This invention relates generally to a game, and more particularly to an electronic game that simulates trading securities on an exchange. The game of the present invention is preferably played as a video gaming machine for gambling purposes. A computing device is pr... | 05/09/2006 |
| 7025689 | Adjustable athletic swing training aid An adjustable swing training aid for training an athlete to perform a desired swing. The swing training aid includes an adjustable stand having a pad connector; and a swing pad having an attachment spot for attaching the swing pad to the adjustable stand. The stand ... | 04/11/2006 |
| 6991556 | Golf swing training hat A system and method for assisting an individual to perform a correct and accurate golf swing indicating to the individual if he has improperly rotated about his center line axis, the device being located on the top of or the crown of the individual's head so that it... | 01/31/2006 |
| 6988957 | Golf swing training method and apparatus A golf swing training apparatus increases the efficiency of the training process for a desired golf swing. Multiple training apparatus are mounted on a support base to define the proper golf swing path and corresponding body movement. The golfer strikes a barrier wh... | 01/24/2006 |
| 6939246 | Golf swing training apparatus A top loop fits around the neck of a golfer. A bottom loop fits around the mid-section of the golfer. An intermediate section containing a breakaway unit connects the top loop to the bottom loop. If the golfer projects an acceptable swing, the breakaway unit does no... | 09/06/2005 |
| 6814671 | Telescopic putter mounted to headband A telescopic putter mounted to a headband is a novelty game that mimics the game of golf. It is played indoors with a lightweight plastic ball and a cup resting on the floor. The game follows the general rules of putt-putt golf, except for the rule that the player m... | 11/09/2004 |
| 6805641 | Golf swing training apparatus, and method of using same A golf swing training apparatus, for creating proper head-to-body alignment, assists a user thereof in acquiring muscle memory of a correct golf swing, while remaining substantially out of the user's field of vision. The training apparatus provides a support section... | 10/19/2004 |
| 6386988 | Golf swing training and exercise device A golf swing training and exercise system for improving the golf swing of a golfer. The system includes a mat with an optically reflective surface, an elongated golf device having three sections and two lasers. Each laser attaches to one end of the golf d... | 05/14/2002 |
| 6331148 | Casino/lottery/sports styled wagers and games for parimutuel operation A method of application of popular casino, lottery, and sports games formatted and modified specifically for the parimutuel race industry. The invention games possess unique rules and formats to govern their play within parimutuel race wagering while refl... | 12/18/2001 |
| 6309307 | Casino/lottery/sports styled wagers and games for parimutuel racing operations A method of application of popular casino, lottery, and sports games formatted and modified specifically for the parimutuel race industry. The invention games possess unique rules and formats to govern their play within parimutuel race wagering while refl... | 10/30/2001 |
| 6132322 | Perfect stroke A golfer's putting aid device. The device has an elongated straight pendulum bar and a strap with a pad section. The strap is connected to the bar by a bar guide. The looped flexible strap extends around the neck of a user as well as the depending pendulu... | 10/17/2000 |
| 5893803 | Putting stroke training device A golf training device for training a golfer to execute a putting stroke including a neck engaging member, a longitudinal strap having a first end attached to the neck engaging member and a free end. The strap includes a weighted ring which causes the str... | 04/13/1999 |
| 5842931 | Mirrored headgear sports training system A mirrored device which allows the athlete to observe his motions as he performs. Specifically as this invention relates to golf, the system trains these fundamentals: steady head control; correct alignment; proper golfing posture; the proper swing paths ... | 12/01/1998 |
| 5577729 | Head movement detector A head movement detector for detecting head movement exceeding the allowable movement(s) for an activity and including a portable base supporting an upright mast, an arm projecting from the top of said mast and having a head attachment apparatus on the fr... | 11/26/1996 |
| 5558585 | Device for detecting head movement A device for detecting head movement of an individual during an activity of the individual is provided. The device includes a weighted wheel for establishing a reference with respect to an initial position of the individual's head, and a first angular enc... | 09/24/1996 |
| 5342055 | Golf putting training device A device for teaching a golfer a putting stroke along a preselected path while maintaining the putter head in a precise relationship to the path, including an elongated rod having a neck-engaging member and a quick release connector for attaching the rod ... | 08/30/1994 |
| 5303926 | Multi-use golf training device The disclosure relates to a portable golf swing practice device. The practice device includes a weighted base and an upstanding flute guide post with a positioning bar adjustably mounted between ear portions of a post encircling locking jaw which is verti... | 04/19/1994 |
| 5087047 | Golf training method and apparatus A golf training system for detecting unwanted golfer's head displacement during a golf swing includes a support assembly having a vertically adjustable assembly; a first motion detecting device being operable for detecting golfer's head displacement and for ge... | 02/11/1992 |
| 4815743 | Golf swing guide A guide for assisting a golfer to learn the feel of the body positions for carrying out a properly executed golf club swing. An elongated, generally C-shaped member is adjustably mounted for tilting movement on a lateral arm of an upright support. The mem... | 03/28/1989 |
| 4583738 | Golf swing training apparatus and method A golf swing training apparatus and method for teaching a golfer to swing a golf club along a predetermined path whereby through repeated practice the golfer becomes habituated to swing form and body posture, the apparatus comprising a base, a timing devi... | 04/22/1986 |
| 4521023 | Golf training device A golf training device is disclosed for teaching body movements during a golf swing designed to substantially maintain fixed the intersection of the user's torso axis with the user's body axis to thereby improve the user's swing. Relatively free body move... | 06/04/1985 |
| 4513972 | Golfer's head movement restraining device Apparatus is disclosed for fixedly positioning an axis of the body relative to the ground while permitting rotational motion of the head about the fixed axis, including a telescoping pole for anchoring in the ground, a crossbar extending between the teles... | 04/30/1985 |
| 4302014 | Golf training device A training device having particular adaptability to the game of golf which serves to selectively control and limit head movement of the student during practice swinging and, therefore, affords proper instruction relative to hip-shoulder and turning moveme... | 11/24/1981 |
