JP7079508B2 - Equipment and playing methods for golf chipping games - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a golf game that combines different aspects of golf in a portable and compact form, and also relates to a golf chipping practice and / or training device.

There are many backyard games. You can enjoy them and build relationships. Some of the more common backyard games include horseshoe throws, bocce balls, cornholes (ie bean bag toss), lawn darts, ring toss and washer toss. These games are generally portable and compact for easy portability. All of these games can be played in relatively small outdoor spaces, such as backyards, parks, parking tailgates or beaches, and are often played by two teams of two players. Most games of this style, and arguably all of the above games, use only human hands to advance projectiles towards the target in order to earn points and win the game.

What these games don't have is the theme of golf for those looking for a portable, compact and entertaining golf game.

The present invention solves these and other problems in the prior art.

The present specification provides a golf chipping game and a playing method for a golf chipping game.

According to one embodiment, there is disclosed a golf chipping game comprising a playing surface in which a plurality of holes are defined and a chipping mat that can be placed at a distance from the playing surface. ..

According to another embodiment, positioning a playing surface having a plurality of holes at a distance from the chipping mat, positioning a golf ball on the chipping mat, and using a golf club, the golf ball. Disclosed are methods of playing for a golf chipping game, including hitting the ball towards the playing surface.

According to yet another embodiment, an inclined competition surface in which a plurality of holes are defined, a shock absorbing material constituting the competition surface, or attached to the competition surface, and the competition surface. A golf chipping game with a chipping mat that can be placed at a distance from is disclosed.

The present disclosure will be readily apparent from the specific description accompanied by the following drawings. Throughout the drawings, similar reference numbers shall indicate similar members.
FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a golf chipping game according to the present disclosure. FIG. 3 is a side plan view of a target of a golf chipping game according to the present disclosure. It is a side plan view of the chipping mat of the golf chipping game according to the present disclosure. It is a lower perspective view of a golf chipping game according to the present disclosure. It is a schematic diagram explaining the play of a golf chipping game with a single target by this disclosure. It is a schematic diagram explaining the play with two targets of a golf chipping game by this disclosure.

The present disclosure may be more easily understood by the following detailed description of the present disclosure, if interpreted in conjunction with the accompanying drawings that form part of this disclosure. This disclosure is not limited to the particular device, method, condition or parameter described and / or shown herein, and the terminology used herein is, by way of example, specific embodiments. It should be understood that it is intended to explain and is not intended to limit the claimed disclosure.

Also, the singular forms "one" and "the", including the attached claims, include the plural when used herein, and references to specific numbers are clearly different in context. Unless otherwise instructed, it shall include at least the specific value in question. As used herein, a range can be expressed as from "about" or "approximately" one specific value and / or "about" or "approximately" another specific value. When such a range is represented, another embodiment includes from the one specific value and / or from the other specific value. Similarly, if the value is expressed as an approximation using the antecedent "about", it will be understood that the specific value constitutes another embodiment. It is also understood that all spatial references, such as horizontal, vertical, top, top, bottom, bottom, left and right, etc., are for illustration purposes only and may vary within the scope of the present disclosure. Will be done.

The present disclosure describes novel golf chipping games and methods of playing that overcome one or more of the shortcomings of known games. More specifically, according to some embodiments, a compact and portable golf chipping game is provided.

The golf chipping game allows people to experience the challenges, rewards and fun associated with playing a fully competitive round of golf, but in a fairly small amount of time and in a fairly small space. Will enable, with little talent, and little physical effort and / or burden. The golf chipping game will allow you to experience the challenges, rewards and fun associated with backyard games. The golf chipping game will allow people to practice an important golf skill, namely chip shots, in a fun, competitive and unique way.

The golf chipping game described above mimics many aspects of real golf, as well as a popular traditional backyard game aspect, eg, which has two targets and provides proposed scoring parameters. It differs from other golf chipping devices in that it is designed to be an interesting and competitive game that can incorporate two-to-two gameplay. The golf chipping game mimics many aspects of golf, and the player is tilted and supported, and strategically placed and strategically designed for different scoring options. It differs from other backyard games in that it uses a golf club to hit a golf ball from a turf chipping mat at a turf-covered target that includes holes formed in various sizes.

The golf chipping game combines aspects of golf with aspects of a traditional backyard game. This allows one to realize joy, fun, and physical and mental challenges, as well as popular rewards in golf, in a fairly small space. The weighted chipping mat allows play on any surface, such as grass, sand, concrete, and prevents damage under the surface and to the golf club used. The grass-covered target mimics the look and feel of a real golf green. The target is configured to be tilted with respect to the ground, which is ideal for play. The target includes holes that are strategically sized and strategically placed and designed for a scoring system that can mimic real golf scoring.

The golf chipping game described above introduces the involvement of chip shots, often used in golf, specifically golf, into this tradition of backyard competitive games.

While the prior art described above includes a golf chipping practice device and a target, most of the prior art in a golf chipping space is simply designed and utilized for practice and with chipping a golf ball to the target. , Disclosed, does not include any golf chipping device combined with a competitive two-to-two aspect or a unique scoring system for a novel golf chipping game.

In addition, the presence of targets and chipping mats described herein, and / or the presence of two such targets, to promote the two-to-two competitive nature of traditional backyard games. And / or the presence of two chipping mats are also all unique characteristics of the golf chipping game according to the present disclosure.

Next, a detailed description will be given with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram showing a golf chipping game 100 according to the present disclosure. The golf chipping game includes a target 101 and a chipping mat 111. If necessary, but preferably, one or more golf balls 121 are also included in the golf chipping game 100.

The target 101 includes a play surface 102 and a leg 103. The play surface 102 is preferably rectangular, but other shapes are also conceivable. Preferably, the play surface 102 has a width of 24 "and a length of 40" in order to provide a large play surface. The play surface 102 can be formed from, for example, wood, plastic, metal, or one or more materials, including other materials strong enough to withstand multiple repeated hits from the golf ball 121. .. The play surface 102 defines holes 104 and 105 that penetrate the play surface 102. The holes can be the same size and / or shape, or different sizes and / or shapes. One requirement for the size of the holes 104, 105 is that the diameter is larger than the diameter of the golf ball 121, and for more realistic play, the diameter of the golf hole is preferably 4.25 ". That is all.

The play surface 102 can be parallel to the ground during play, but the legs 103 provide means for tilting the play surface 102 at an angle towards the chipping mat 111 during regular play. .. The legs 103 can be designed to move and allow different angles depending on the user's preference, but generally 15-30 degrees from the ground is preferred. The leg 103 is preferably a single U-shaped unit spanning the width of the play surface 102 and is rotatably attached to the play surface 102 via a hinge pin 107 at any end of the leg 103. .. The rotatable connection allows the legs 103 to be pressed against the lower surface of the play surface 102 and folded for compact storage and portability. In an alternative embodiment, the leg 103 can consist of two separate posts (not shown). Further described as being rotatably attached to the play surface 102, the legs 103 are play (in any embodiment) for easy connection and detachment during play and storage, respectively. It can be detachably connected to the surface 102. A suitable configuration of the leg 103 allows the target 101 to be supported by the leg 103 on a variety of surfaces, including flexible surfaces such as sand. The leg 103 can be formed from, for example, wood, plastic, metal, or one or more materials including other materials capable of supporting the play surface 102 in its preferred position.

The target 101 can be configured to store the chipping mat 111 and the golf ball 121 when not in use. For example, as shown in FIG. 4, the lower surface of the play surface 102 may include a chipping mat accommodating portion 108 and a golf ball accommodating portion 109 for accommodating the chipping mat 111 and the golf ball 121, respectively. In a preferred embodiment, the chipping mat accommodating portion 108 is sized to hold the chipping mat 111 in place so that the chipping mat 111 stays within the chipping mat accommodating portion 108 when the target 101 is carried. It is formed and other configurations are possible. In a preferred embodiment, the golf ball accommodating portion 109 is sized to hold the golf ball 121 so that the golf ball 121 stays within the golf ball accommodating portion 109 when the target 101 is carried. , Other configurations are also possible.

The play surface 102 is made of a shock absorber 106 or has a shock absorber attached so as to enable more realistic play when the golf ball 121 hits the play surface 102. The shock absorbing material 106 can include a rubber mat, an artificial turf, an artificial turf, a combination thereof, and the like. When the shock absorbing material 106 is structurally sufficient, the play surface 102 itself can be composed of the shock absorbing material 106, and when the shock absorbing material 106 is not structurally sufficient, the shock absorbing material 106 may be formed. , Can be attached to the upper surface of the play surface 102. In either case, the impact absorber 106 can perform impact damping when the golf ball 121 hits the play surface 102.

A net 108 arranged under the holes 104, 105 for catching the golf ball 121 is attached to the play surface 102. Other means for catching the golf ball 121 are also conceivable, for example, a lower tray (not shown) can be attached below the play surface to catch the golf ball and then point it in front of the target 101.

The chipping mat 111 is preferably formed of an artificial turf 113 attached to the base 112. In a preferred embodiment, the artificial turf 113 is a high quality artificial turf, much like a real golf play. The base 112 is preferably a heavy rubber material that is heavy enough to prevent the chipping mat 111 from making unwanted movements on various surface conditions such as sand, lawn, concrete and the like. The artificial turf 113 can be attached to the base 112 by any known means, such as an adhesive or a mechanical fastener. The size and shape of the chipping mat 111 can be varied, but a 12 inch x 10 inch chipping mat 111 size is preferred. The thickness of the chipping mat 111 should be such that it can be compactly fitted into the chipping mat accommodating portion 108 without substantially extending from the lower surface of the play surface 102. The chipping mat 111 may include an anchor or spike to hold the chipping mat 111 in place when played on a surface that allows a person to drive the spike into the ground.

The golf ball 121 is preferably made of high density foam, for example polyurethane. This material will allow the game to be played anywhere without fear of injuring nearby people with missed shots. The density of the golf ball 121 also allows the player to feel as if he / she is using an actual golf ball. You can also use an actual golf ball.

The target 101 may also include a flag or pin 131, which facilitates the player's sense of depth, enhances the overall aesthetics of the target, and gives the look and feel of the actual green of a real golf course. It can be inserted or attached to the target 101 to mimic here as well.

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As mentioned above, the golf chipping game can be played with a single target and a single chipping mat, as shown in FIG. In a preferred embodiment, the golf chipping game is played with two opposing targets and two opposing chipping mats, as shown in FIG.

In the double target play of FIG. 6, the golf chipping game comprises two targets 101A and 101B and two chipping mats 111C and 111D, in another embodiment the above-mentioned high-density foam golf ball 121. include. Players may use their golf clubs and / or golf balls. Other clubs and balls are also conceivable and can be used in the game. Next, a four-player game with two players each or two teams will be described.

Targets 101A and 101B are placed approximately 15 feet apart (possibly at other distances) with the top surfaces of targets 101A and 101B facing each other. The chipping mats 111C and 111D are placed in front of each target and preferably aligned with the center of each target. Players 1 and 3 are on opposing teams and play from either side of target 101A. Players 2 and 4 are also on the opposing team and play from either side of the target 101B. Players 1 and 2 are on the same team, and players 3 and 4 are on the same team. Each team starts with three golf balls. One or more golf clubs are used at each target. Golf clubs can be shared, or each player can have their own club.

To start the game, players 1 and 3 in the opposing team, located adjacent to the target 101A, play the first hole. Player 1 stands adjacent to the chipping mat 111C and hits all three of his golf balls toward target 101B. Player 1 gets a total or net score for his three shots. Next, the player 3, that is, the opponent of the player 1, who stands on the same side as the player 1, approaches the chipping mat 111C. Player 3 also attempts three shots towards target 101B to get his total or net score. The player with the best total or net score between players 1 and 3 (ie, the team) wins the hole. That becomes Hole # 1. The winner of Hole # 1 will be marked on a scoring device that can be a scoreboard or a scoreboard. The operation then shifts to players 2 and 4 located adjacent to the target 101B. The player of the team that won the previous hole may do so first, in the same manner as or imitating the honor system as played in golf. Assuming that in Hole # 1, player 1 scored better, i.e. won the hole, his teammate, i.e. player 2, would do it first. The same sequence of events that took place in Hole # 1 will follow for Hole # 2. Once the winner of Hole # 2 is determined, it will be marked on the scoring device and players 1 and 3 will play Hole # 3 again. This means that no matter which one wins, each side will take turns until one team wins in ten holes, or in more holes than the remaining holes to play. After the eighteenth hole, if the scores are tied, a sudden death tiebreaker hole will be played.

A shorter version of the same game, whichever wins, can be played until one team wins in five holes, or in more holes than the remaining holes to play. In fact, you can play any number of holes. The scoring method also mimics the "match play" of real golf, while players also choose to play games that reflect the "stroke play" of real golf. In this case, each player would simply keep a record of his own score for each hole. In fact, the game features "recommended or recommended scoring" and you can play any scoring variation, as it is a unique and interesting aspect of golf. , A unique and interesting aspect of this game. Other play variations are possible.

Although it is desirable to have many different variations, unique and interesting, one of the recommended / recommended scoring options may be golf themed. For example, the minimum point (or negative point) is given for removing the target. You get more points (even points) for hitting the target but not achieving one of the holes. A maximum point is given for hitting one of the holes with the ball, different holes of different sizes are given points based on the diameter of the hole, and the smaller the diameter of the hole, the more the hole is given. Achieved players will be awarded more points.

Next, one embodiment of a specific scoring rule will be described. If the chip shot completely misses the target, the score will be bogey (+1) for that shot. If the chip shot hits the target with a fly but does not enter any hole, the score is par (E) for that shot. If the chip shot enters the largest hole in the middle, the score will be birdie (-1) for that shot. If the chip shot enters the smaller hole, the score will be an eagle (-2) for that shot.

Each player hits three shots per hole, so the player sums up the scores from all three shots to get his score for the hole. For example, the player's first shot would be a bogey (+1) if he chip shot the ball and completely missed the target. If his second shot hits the target and spills without entering the hole, it is a par (E). When his third shot enters the largest hole in the middle, he becomes a birdie (-1). As a result, he sums his scores (+1, -1, E) to get his score for the hole, i.e. E. Since this is a golf-themed scoring, the minimum score wins the hole. That is, his opponent then hits and tries to beat the score of E. He hits the target with the first two shots (E, E) and completely misses the target with the third shot, resulting in a bogey (+1). His overall score is +1 so he loses to player 1's score of E.

Another scoring method can be, for example, a score of zero (0) points. If the chip shot hits the target with a fly but does not enter any hole, the score is one (1) points. If the chip shot enters a larger middle hole, the score will be three (3) points. If the chip shot enters any of the smaller holes in the upper corner, the score will be 5 (5) points.

Each player hits three shots per hole, so the player sums up the scores from all three shots to get his overall score for the hole. The player with the highest overall score for the hole wins the hole.

Although gameplay is described herein, variations or changes in play are conceivable and recommended in order to enhance player enjoyment.

This application lists the steps of a method or procedure in a particular order, but in certain circumstances it may be possible or convenient to change the order, in which case some It is intended that the steps are performed and the specific steps of the method or procedure claim are not construed as being ordered unless such ordering is explicitly stated in the claim. ing.

Although preferred embodiments of the device and method have been described in relation to the environment in which they were developed, the device and method are merely exemplary with respect to the principles of the invention. The assemblies described above, other embodiments, configurations, and modifications or combinations of methods for carrying out the invention, and variations of embodiments of the invention that are apparent to those of skill in the art, may be within the scope of the claims. Intended.

Claims (15)

A solid play surface made of a material strong enough to withstand multiple repeated hits of a golf ball, with a shock absorber containing wood, plastic or metal with a layer of artificial turf fixed on top. A target that is adjustable between a prone and tilted position with respect to the ground, with said play surface having at least one hole defined therein.
A golf chipping gaming device comprising a chipping mat that has a surface of an artificial turf and can be placed at a distance from the lower inclined edge of the inclined play surface. The golf chipping game device according to claim 1, further comprising a plurality of holes defined on the play surface. The golf chipping game device according to claim 1 , wherein the play surface is inclined toward the chipping mat when the target is in the inclined posture . The golf chipping gaming apparatus according to claim 3 , further comprising at least one foldable leg attached to the play surface so as to provide an inclination of the play surface when in an unfolded position. .. The golf chipping game device according to claim 2, further comprising a ball collecting means. The ball collecting means is a plurality of net baskets attached to or around the lower surface of the play surface, with one net basket placed under each of the plurality of holes. The golf chipping game device according to claim 5 . The golf chipping game device of claim 1, wherein the play surface is approximately 2 feet (0.6096 meters) x 3 feet (0.9144 meters) in size. The golf chipping game device according to claim 2, wherein the hole has a diameter larger than that of a golf ball and consists of at least two different sizes. The golf chipping game apparatus according to claim 1, further comprising a ball of at least one golf ball size. A second play surface with multiple holes defined inside,
The golf chipping game device according to claim 1, further comprising a second chipping mat that can be arranged at a distance from the second play surface. 10. The golf chipping gaming device of claim 10 , wherein the play surfaces are arranged apart from each other and tilted towards each other, with the chipping mats arranged close to one play surface. With a first target and a second target as the target,
The golf chipping game device according to claim 1, further comprising a first chipping mat and a second chipping mat as the chipping mat . 12. The golf chipping gaming apparatus according to claim 12 , further comprising at least one foldable leg attached to the play surface to provide an inclination of the play surface when in an unfolded position. .. The first chipping mat can be placed at a distance from the lower inclined edge of the inclined play surface with respect to the first target.
The golf chipping game device according to claim 12 , wherein the second chipping mat can be arranged at a distance from the lower inclined edge of the inclined play surface with respect to the second target . When the first target and the second target are in the tilted posture, the play surface of the first target and the play surface of the second target are separated from each other and toward each other. Arranged at an angle,
The first chipping mat is placed in close proximity to the play surface of the first target .
The golf chipping game device according to claim 14 , wherein the second chipping mat is arranged close to the play surface of the second target .

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