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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 06, 2006
Filed:
Mar. 07, 2003
Douglas Slavey, Sycamore, OH (US);
John G. Joseph, Upper Sandusky, OH (US);
Douglas Slavey, Sycamore, OH (US);
John G. Joseph, Upper Sandusky, OH (US);
Shoot-A-Way, Inc., Upper Sandusky, OH (US);
Abstract
A portable basketball practice system or apparatus and method are shown having a plurality of pads situated on a plurality of adjustable arms that provide a toggle assembly, respectively. A position of the pads can be adjusted relative to a box-out area and can be engaged by a player during a basketball practice or training session. After a pad is engaged and driven away from the box-out area, the other pad is driven toward the box-out area. The player experiences a predetermined amount of resistance in order to simulate 'boxing out' during a rebound drill. The apparatus and method may be provided separately or integrally with a basketball backboard and hoop. The apparatus and method may also include or be used with a rebounder so that the player can simulate 'boxing out' before, during or after capturing a rebound.