US20220233930A1

US20220233930A1 - Receptacle assembly for a paddle-based ball game

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Publication number: US20220233930A1
Application number: US17/582,762
Authority: US
Inventors: Robert F. LaRusch
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2021-01-25
Filing date: 2022-01-24
Publication date: 2022-07-28

Abstract

The present disclosure is about a receptacle assembly 1 for a paddle-based ball game. The receptacle assembly comprises a support structure 10, an outer cylinder 14, and an inner cylinder 15. The outer cylinder 14 is coupled to the support structure 10. Further, the inner cylinder 14 is housed in the outer cylinder 14 and coupled to the support structure 10. A first space is defined between the outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15. The first space is configured to selectively receive a ball 17. Further, the inner cylinder 15 defines a second space therewithin to selectively receive the ball 17. Further, the present disclosure also come up with method of playing a paddle-based ball game in less space and with minimum player effort. In one embodiment a set of rules for playing a paddle-based ball game is disclosed.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims the benefit of U.S. provisional application No. 63/199,778 filed Jan. 25, 2021 and entitled PADDLE BALL GAME SYSTEM AND METHOD, which provisional application is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.

TECHNICAL FIELD

The present subject matter relates to paddle-based ball games and, more particularly, to a receptacle assembly for the paddle ball game where a ball is hit into the receptacle assembly.

BACKGROUND

Various prior arts related to a paddle-based ball games. But they tend to require a large playing area. The paddle-based ball games often require large nets or a wall that limit the ability of the average person to play. The paddle-based ball games often require a player to be physically fit to play the games. Other methods or objects used to play paddle ball games take large play areas and require physical exertion. Further, the paddle ball games require hard surface areas and large areas which limit the ability to play.
As can be seen, there is a need for an improved paddle-based ball game, as disclosed herein.

PRINCIPAL OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

It is a main object of the present invention to allow a paddle-based ball game to be played with limited space in an indoor and/or outdoor setting.
It is another object of the present invention to allow a player to be active while playing the paddle-based ball game but doesn't require significant physical exertion.
It is another object of the present invention to develop a receptacle assembly which can be easily assembled and disassembled.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present disclosure is about a receptacle assembly for a paddle-based ball game. The receptacle assembly comprises a support structure, an outer cylinder, and an inner cylinder. The outer cylinder is coupled to the support structure. Further, the inner cylinder is housed in the outer cylinder and coupled to the support structure. A first space is defined between the outer cylinder and the inner cylinder. The first space is configured to selectively receive a ball. Further, the inner cylinder defines a second space therewithin to selectively receive the ball. Further, the present disclosure also come up with method of playing a paddle-based ball game in less space and with minimum player effort. In one embodiment a set of rules for playing a paddle-based ball game is disclosed.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a receptacle assembly, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 2 is a transparent perspective view of the receptacle assembly, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 3 is an exploded-side view of support structure, outer cylinder, and inner cylinder of the receptacle assembly, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the support structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 5 is a top view of a support structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 6 is a bottom view of a support structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 7 is a side view of the support structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 8 is a perspective view of the outer cylinder with an interlocking arrangement along the edge of the outer cylinder, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 9 is a plain view of the outer cylinder with the interlocking arrangement along the edge of the outer cylinder, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 10 is a perspective view of the inner cylinder, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 11 is a plain view of the inner cylinder with the interlocking arrangement along the edge of the inner cylinder, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 12 is an enlarged view representing engagement of the inner cylinder with the support structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 13 is an enlarged view representing engagement of the outer cylinder with the support structure, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIGS. 14a-14c is embodiment of the present invention in use, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 15 is a plain view of the outer cylinder with a set of slits, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 16 is a plain view of the inner cylinder with a set of slits, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 17 is a perspective view of the outer cylinder with the set of slits, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 18 is a perspective view of the inner cylinder with the set of slits, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 19 is a perspective view of a connector rod with an outer flange and an inner flange, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 20 is a top view of the receptacle assembly with a set of connectors rods, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention;

FIG. 21 is a method for playing the paddle-based ball game, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention; and

FIG. 22 is a point system of the paddle-based ball game, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The following detailed description is of the best currently contemplated modes of carrying out exemplary embodiments of the present invention. The description is not to be taken in a limiting sense but is made merely for the purpose of illustrating the general principles of the present invention, since the scope of the present invention is best defined by the appended claims.
Broadly, an embodiment of the present invention provides a receptacle assembly for a paddle-based ball game. Further, the receptacle assembly comprises a support structure, an outer cylinder, and an inner cylinder. The outer cylinder is coupled to the support structure. Further, the inner cylinder housed in the outer cylinder and coupled to the support structure. Further, a first space is defined between the outer cylinder and the inner cylinder being configured to selectively receive a pickle ball and the inner cylinder defines a second space therewithin to selectively receive the ball.
Embodiments of the present invention allow the paddle-based ball game to be played with limited space in an indoor and/or outdoor setting. The use of a double walled cylinder with varied game points for each cylinder is unique to all current paddle-based ball games, while taking less space to play. The design of the receptacle assembly for paddle-based ball game itself doesn't require large space taking items to play. Further, embodiments of the present invention allow a player to be active while playing but doesn't require significant physical exertion. The design allows a paddle-based ball game to be played in a competitive setting while being more accessible to play. All elements, unless otherwise noted, are required for the paddle-based ball game to be played as designed. However, appropriate modifications to the shapes/sizes would be apparent to those with skill in the art from the following disclosure.
Referring to the FIGS. 1 and 2, a perspective view and transparent perspective view of a receptacle assembly 1 is illustrated in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. It can be understood that in the present invention the receptacle assembly 1 may be used for playing a paddle-based ball game. The receptacle assembly 1 for a paddle-based ball game comprises a support structure 10, an outer cylinder 14, and an inner cylinder 15. The support structure 10 may comprises a circular base 10 a or a set of connector rod 10 b. The receptacle assembly 1 assembled over the circular base 10 a is illustrated with reference to FIG. 3-13. The circular base 10 a may be made up of plastic material. Further, the receptacle assembly 1 assembled using the set of connector rod 10 b is illustrated with reference to FIG. 15-20.
Referring to the FIG. 3, exploded view of the receptacle assembly 1 representing the circular base 10 a, the outer cylinder 14, and the inner cylinder 15 is illustrated in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Each of the individual components in the receptacle assembly 1 are now explained in further details below.
FIG. 4-7 illustrates perspective view, top view, bottom view, and side view of the circular base 10 a, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. The circular base 10 a comprises an outer ring 11 and an inner ring 12. Further, the outer cylinder 14 is coupled with the outer ring 11. The inner cylinder 15 is coupled with the inner ring 12. Further, a first space is defined between the outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15. The first space is configured to selectively receive a ball. The inner cylinder 15 defines a second space therewithin to selectively receive the ball.
In one embodiment, the outer ring 11 may be enabled with a centered groove 11 a on a top side of the outer ring 11. The centered groove 11 a secure the outer cylinder 14 vertically on top of the outer ring 11. In one embodiment the diameter of the outer ring 11 may in the range of 20-24 inch. In a preferred embodiment the diameter of the outer ring 11 is 22 inches. The thickness of the outer ring 11 may in the range 0.5-2 inch. In a preferred embodiment the thickness of the outer ring 11 is 1 inch. The height of the outer ring 11 is in the range of 1-3 inch. In a preferred embodiment the height of the outer ring 11 is 2 inches. The thickness of the centered groove 11 a is in the range of 2-4 millimeters. In a preferred embodiment the thickness of the centered groove 11 a is 3 millimeters. The depth of the centered groove 11 a is in the range of 0.5-2 inch. In a preferred embodiment the depth of the entered grove 11 a is 2 inches. Further, the outer cylinder 14 may be configured to couple with the outer ring 11. The outer cylinder 14 may seat at centered groove 11 a. In one embodiment the inner ring 12 is enabled with a centered groove 12 a on a top side of the inner ring 12. The centered groove 12 a secure the inner cylinder 15 vertically on top of the inner ring 12.
In one embodiment the diameter of the inner ring 12 may in the range of 6-8 inch. In a preferred embodiment the diameter of the inner ring 12 is 7 inches. The thickness of the inner ring 12 may in the range 0.5-2 inch. Further, in a preferred embodiment the thickness of the inner ring is 2 inches. The height of the inner ring 12 may in the range of 1-3 inch. In a preferred embodiment the height of the inner ring 12 is 2 inches. The thickness of the centered groove 12 a may in the range of 2-4 millimeters. Further, in a preferred embodiment the thickness of the centered groove 12 a is 3 millimeters. The depth of the centered groove 12 a may in the range of 0.5-2 inch. Further, in a preferred embodiment the thickness of the centered groove 12 a is 1 inch. Further, the inner cylinder 15 may configured to couple with the inner ring 12. The inner cylinder 15 may seat at centered groove 12 a.
In one embodiment, the circular base 10 a may be place horizontally on a flat surface. The circular base 10 a may comprise angled connecting members 13 may connects the outer ring 11 with the inner ring 12. The angled connecting members 13 may maintain a standard distance between the outer ring 11 and inner ring 12 and between the outer cylinders 14 and the inner cylinder 15 when installed. The angled connecting members 13 may be enabled with an opening 13 a. The opening 13 a may be oval-shaped. Further, each connecting member 13 is tapered such that the connecting member 13 is wider on an outer side (i.e. towards outer ring 11) and thinner on an inner side (i.e. towards inner ring 12).
Now referring to FIGS. 8 and 9, a perspective view and plane view of the outer cylinder 14 in play and carry configuration is illustrated in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. In one embodiment the outer cylinder 14 may be configured to couple with outer ring 11. The diameter of the outer cylinder 14 may be in the range of 21-22 inch. In preferred embodiment the diameter of the outer cylinder 14 is 21.5 inch. The height of the outer cylinder 14 may be in the range of 22-26 inch. In a preferred embodiment the height of the outer cylinder 14 is 24 inches. The outer cylinder 14 may be convertible from a carry configuration to a play configuration. The carry configuration may be in a disassembled state as represented in FIG. 9. Further, the play configuration may be in an assembled state as represented in FIG. 8. For the exemplary purposes of this disclosure, the outer cylinder 14 may be removably transition from an unfolded (flat state) to a folded (ready to use state). The flat state helps in reducing the storage space. The outer cylinder may include at least one-tab 14 a on a first vertical edge and may include at least one slot 14 b on a second vertical edge. The tabs 14 a on the first vertical edge can be inserted into the corresponding slots 14 b on the second vertical edge to form a cylinder. When removably coupled together, the tabs 14 a and slots 14 b are on the opposite side of the outer cylinder 14. In another embodiment the tabs 14 a and slots 14 b may be replaced with snaps, buttons and holes, clamps, hasps, plugs and holes, hooks and loops, or the like components to removably couple the edges of outer cylinder 14 together. In another embodiment, in some implementations the outer cylinder 14 is not foldable Instead, the outer cylinder 14 is an integrally formed cylinder.
Now referring to FIGS. 10 and 11, the perspective view and plane view of the inner cylinder 15 in play and carry configuration is illustrated in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. In one embodiment the inner cylinder 15 may be configured to couple with the inner ring 12. The diameter of the inner cylinder 15 may in the range of 6-7 inch. In preferred embodiment the diameter of the inner cylinder 15 is 6.5 inch. The height of the inner cylinder 15 may in the range of 7-8 inch. In a preferred embodiment the height of the inner cylinder 15 is 7.5 inches. The inner cylinder 15 may be convertible from a carry configuration to a play configuration. The carry configuration may be in a disassembled state. Further, the play configuration may be in an assembled state. For the exemplary purposes of this disclosure, the inner cylinder 15 may be removably transitioned from an unfolded (flat state) to a folded (ready to use state). The flat state helps with shipping and storage.
Now referring to FIG. 12, the perspective view representing engagement of the inner cylinder with the circular base 10 a is illustrated in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. The outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15 are spaced apart from each other using spacers or rods. The first space is defined between the outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15 being configured to selectively receive a ball 17 and the inner cylinder 15 defines a second space therewithin to selectively receive the ball 17.
Now referring to FIG. 13, the perspective view representing engagement of the outer cylinder 14 with the circular base 10 a is illustrated in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. The outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15 are spaced apart from each other using spacers or rods. The first space is defined between the outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15 being configured to selectively receive a ball 17 and the inner cylinder 15 defines a second space therewithin to selectively receive the ball 17.
Now referring to FIGS. 14a, 14b, and 14c different embodiment of the present invention in use is illustrated according to the embodiment of the present invention. In one embodiment, a ball 17 is provided with multiple holes spaced out covering surface of ball 17. The diameter of the ball 17 may in the range of 2-4 inch. In a preferred embodiment the diameter of the ball 17 is 3 inches. Alternatively, the ball 17 may be hollow without holes on out surface. A paddle 16 is provided for hitting or striking the ball 17 while aiming the ball 17 towards the receptacle assembly 1. The paddle 16 comprises a handle having length in the range of 4-6 inch and a flat surface having diameter in the range of 8-12 inch. The game may be played with 4 players 19 a, 19 b, 20 a, 20 b in total, with 2 players on each team.
Now referring to FIGS. 15 and 16, a plain view of the outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15 with a set of slits (14 c, 15 c) is illustrated in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. The outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15 may be enabled with a set of slits (14 c, 15 c) for engaging with the fasteners. Further, the height and width of each slit is such that the slit allows the outer flange (20 a, 20 c) to pass and restricts the inner flange (20 b, 20 d) from passing through the slit thereby engaging the set of connector rods 10 b with the inner cylinder 15 and outer cylinder 14.
Now referring to FIGS. 17 and 18, the perspective view of the outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15 with the set of slits is illustrated in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. The outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15 may be enabled with a set of slits (14 c, 15 c) for engaging with the fasteners, wherein height and width of each slit is such that the slit allows the outer flange (20 a, 20 c) to pass and restricts the inner flange (20 b, 20 d) from passing through the slit thereby engaging the set of connector rods 10 b with the inner cylinder 15 and outer cylinder 14.
Now referring to FIG. 19, perspective view a connector rod with an outer flange and an inner flange is illustrated, in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. Each connector rod, from the set of connector rods 10 b, comprise a fastener at both ends of each connector rod. Further, the fastener is a double flange structure. Further, the double flange structure comprises an inner flange (20 b, 20 d), an outer flange (20 a, 20 c) spaced apart from the inner flange (20 b, 20 d) to define a channel (20 e, 20 f). The height of the outer flange (20 a, 20 c) is less than the inner flange (20 b, 20 d). In one embodiment, the thickness of the channel may in the range of 2-4 millimeters. In preferred embodiment, the thickness of the channel is 3 millimeters. Further, the inner flange (20 b, 20 d) and the outer flange (20 a, 20 c) are movable on the connector rod, from the set of connector rod 10 b.
Now referring to FIG. 20, the top view of the receptacle assembly 1 with a set of connectors rods is illustrated in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. The outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15 may be enabled with a set of slits (14 c, 15 c). The height and width of each slit is such that the slit allows the outer flange (20 a, 20 c) to pass and restricts the inner flange (20 b, 20 d) from passing through the slit thereby engaging the set of connector rods 10 b with the inner cylinder 15 and outer cylinder 14.
Accordingly, the components defining implementations of the receptacle assembly 1 for a paddle-based ball game may be formed of any of many different types of materials or combinations thereof that can readily be formed into shaped objects having a variety of interior and exterior surface textures provided that the components selected are consistent with the intended operation of the receptacle assembly 1 for paddle-based ball game. For example, the components may be formed of: rubbers (synthetic and/or natural) and/or other like materials; glasses (such as fiberglass), carbon-fiber, aramid-fiber, any combination thereof, and/or other like materials; polymers such as thermoplastics (such as ABS, Fluoropolymers, Polyacetal, Polyamide; Polycarbonate, Polyethylene, Polysulfone, and/or the like), thermosets (such as Epoxy, Phenolic Resin, Polyimide, Polyurethane, Silicone, and/or the like), any combination thereof, and/or other like materials; composites and/or other like materials; metals, such as zinc, magnesium, titanium, copper, iron, steel, carbon steel, alloy steel, tool steel, stainless steel, spring steel, aluminum, any combination thereof, and/or other like materials; alloys, such as aluminum alloy, titanium alloy, magnesium alloy, copper alloy, any combination thereof, and/or other like materials; any other suitable material; and/or any combination thereof. In a preferred embodiment the circular base 10 a, ball 17 and paddles 16 may be made with plastic injection molds. Further, the outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15 are made up of HDPE (high-density polyethylene) plastic. Furthermore, the set of connector rod 10 b is made up of plastic.
Now referring to FIG. 21, a method for playing the paddle-based ball game is illustrated in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. While the receptacle assembly 1 for the paddle-based ball has already been described herein, further method of playing the paddle-based ball game may comprise the following.
In one embodiment, at least two receptacle assemblies 1 may be provided. Each receptacle assembly 1 may comprise the inner cylinder 15 and the outer cylinder 14. Further, the first space may be defined between the outer cylinder 14 and the inner cylinder 15. The first space being configured to selectively receive the ball 17 and the inner cylinder 15 defines a second space therewithin to selectively receive the ball 17. Further, at least two receptacle assemblies 1 may be spaced apart from each other. A first team member 19 a may be standing near the first receptacle assembly 1 and a second team member 19 b of the same team may be standing near the second receptacle assembly 1, wherein the first team member 19 a may hit the ball 17 with the first paddle 16 towards the second team member 19 b. Further, the second team member 19 b may divert the ball 17 towards the second receptacle assembly 1 with the help of the second paddle 16. Further, hitting the assembly with or without assistance of another teammate scores a first point value and getting the ball 17 directly into the first space with or without assistance of another teammate scores various listed point value. The game is continued with at least two teams playing alternately one team at a time until a predetermined number of points is reached. Furthermore, if number of points exceed the predetermined number, then number of points are reduced.
In step 201, 2 Outer cylinders 14, 2 Inner cylinders 15, 4 Connector rods 10 b OR 2 circular base 10 a, 2 Paddles 16, 2 Balls 17 may be provided.
In step 202, 2 receptacle assemblies 1 may be assembled.
In step 203, 2 receptacle assemblies 1 may be kept 20 feet apart from each other. The distance between the 2 receptacle assemblies 1 may be vary based on the availability of space and skill level of players.
In step 204, the paddle-based ball game may be played by forming at least two teams. Each team of the at least two team may have at least two teammates. The game may be played with 4 players 19 a, 19 b, 20 a, 20 b in total, with 2 players on each team.
In step 205, the first serving team may be decided by tossing a coin.
In step 206, the players from the first serving team may be stand behind the receptacle assemblies 1 which may be kept 20 feet apart.
In step 207, the teammate at the adjacent cylinder has the option to tap the ball in the cylinder or take chance of ball being hit into the cylinder unassisted. Further, the teammate who is standing next to the first receptacle assembly 1 may hit the ball 17 with their paddle 16 toward the second receptacle assembly 1 which another teammate of the same team is standing next to. The ball 17 may hit the assembly with or without assistance of another teammate scores a first point value.
Now referring to FIG. 22, the point system of the paddle-based ball game is illustrated in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention. The points may gain as per following rules.
1 point: The ball 17 hits any portion of the outer cylinder 14, whether assisted or unassisted by a teammate.
2 points: The ball 17 enters in the outer cylinder 14 assisted by teammate.
3 points: The ball 17 enters in the outer cylinder 14 unassisted by teammate.
5 points: The ball 17 enters inner cylinder 15 assisted by teammate or ball 17 hits back of outer cylinder 14 or ground landing in inner cylinder 15 unassisted.
21 points: The ball 17 enters in the inner cylinder 15 unassisted by teammate.
Bonus points: The receiver of the team has the option once the ball 17 is served to them to hit ball back to server in an attempt to gain double the points to any points awarded that turn.
In another embodiment, the paddle-based ball game may be played to achieve 21 points and may have the following point system and rules. If the ball 17 hits any portion of the outer cylinder 14, whether assisted or unassisted by teammate (standing adjacent the receptacle assembly) 1 point may be scored. Further, if the ball 17 misses the outer cylinder 14 that may not count in score. If the ball 17 enters the outer cylinder 14 assisted by teammate, 2 points may be scored. If the ball 17 enters outer cylinder 14 unassisted by teammates, 3 points may be scored. If the ball 17 enters inner cylinder 15 assisted by teammate or by striking outer cylinder 14 and bouncing into the inner cylinder 15, 5 points may be scored. Furthermore, if the ball 17 enters inner cylinder 15 without assistance from teammate or hitting outer cylinder 14 first, 21 points may be counted.
In another embodiment the paddle-based ball game may be won when 21 points or with the first 11 points are unanswered by the opposing team. Further a team goes over the 21-point mark, they will drop down to 15 points. A team may only drop to 15 points one time and will may win if it happens a second time. If ball 17 goes in either outer cylinder 14 and inner cylinder 15 and bounces out, zero points are awarded. Further, if the ball 17 hits the body of your teammate, the ball 17 must be hit with the paddle next to be awarded points. Further, double taps may not be allowed. The points may not be awarded for bouncing the ball 17 into or at the receptacle assembly 1.
The present invention has been described in terms of exemplary embodiments solely for the purpose of illustration. Persons skilled in the art will recognize from this description that the invention is not limited to the embodiments described.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. A receptacle assembly for a paddle-based ball game, the receptacle assembly comprising:

a support structure;

an outer cylinder coupled to the support structure; and

an inner cylinder housed in the outer cylinder and coupled to the support structure, wherein a first space is defined between the outer cylinder and the inner cylinder being configured to selectively receive a ball and the inner cylinder defining a second space therewithin to selectively receive the ball.

2. The receptacle assembly of claim 1, wherein the support structure is a circular base or a set of connector rods.

3. The receptacle assembly of claim 2, wherein each connector rod, from the set of connector rods, comprise a fastener at both ends of each connector rod, wherein the fastener is a double flange structure, wherein the double flange structure comprises an inner flange, an outer flange spaced apart from the inner flange to define a channel.

4. The receptacle assembly of claim 3, wherein height of the outer flange is less than the inner flange.

5. The receptacle assembly of claims 1 and 2, wherein the inner cylinder and the outer cylinder is enabled with a set of slits for engaging with the fasteners, wherein height and width of each slit is such that the slit allows the outer flange to pass and restricts the inner flange from passing through the slit thereby engaging the set of connector rods with the inner cylinder and the outer cylinder.

6. The receptacle assembly of claim 3, wherein the thickness of the channel is in the range of 2-4 millimeters.

7. The receptacle assembly of claims 2 and 3, wherein the inner flange and the outer flange are movable on the connector rod, from the set of connector rods.

8. The receptacle assembly of claim 2, wherein the circular base is places horizontally on a flat surface, wherein the circular base comprises an angled connecting members connecting an outer ring with an inner ring.

9. The receptacle assembly of claim 8, wherein the outer ring is enabled with a centered groove on a top side of the outer ring, wherein the centered groove secure the outer cylinder vertically on top of the outer ring, wherein diameter of the outer ring is in the range of 20-24 inch, wherein thickness of the outer ring is in the range 0.5-2 inch, wherein height of the outer ring is in the range of 1-3 inch, wherein thickness of the centered groove is in the range of 2-4 millimeters.

10. The receptacle assembly of claim 8, wherein the inner ring is enabled with a centered groove on a top side of the inner ring, wherein the centered groove secure the inner cylinder vertically on top of the inner ring, wherein diameter of the inner ring is in the range of 6-8 inch, wherein the thickness of the inner ring is in the range 0.5-2 inch, wherein height of the inner ring is in the range of 1-3 inch, wherein thickness of the centered groove is in range of 2-4 millimeters, wherein depth of the centered groove is in the range of 0.5-2 inch.

11. The receptacle assembly of claim 8, wherein the angled connecting members maintain a standard distance between the outer ring and inner ring and between the outer cylinders and the inner cylinder when installed.

12. The receptacle assembly as claimed in claims 8 and 11, wherein the angled connecting members is configured to connect the outer ring with the inner ring, wherein the angled connecting members are enabled with an opening, wherein the opening is oval-shaped, wherein each connecting member is tapered such that the connecting member is wider on an outer side and thinner on an inner side.

13. The receptacle assembly of claim 1, wherein diameter of the outer cylinder is in range of 21-22 inch, and wherein height of the outer cylinder is in the range of 22-26 inch.

14. The receptacle assembly of claim 1, wherein diameter of the inner cylinder is in range of 6-7 inch, and wherein height of the inner cylinder is in range of 7-8 inch.

15. The receptacle assembly of claim 1, wherein a ball is provided with multiple holes spaced out covering surface of ball, wherein the diameter of the ball is in range of 2-4 inch, wherein a paddle is provided for hitting or striking the ball while aiming the ball towards the receptacle assembly, wherein the paddle comprises a handle having length in range of 4-6 inch and a flat surface having diameter in the range of 8-12 inch.

16. The receptacle assembly of claim 1, wherein the outer cylinder and the inner cylinder are spaced apart from each other using spacers or rods.

17. The receptacle assembly of claim 1, wherein the outer cylinder and the inner cylinder is convertible from a carry configuration to a play configuration.

18. The receptacle assembly of claim 2, wherein the circular base is made of plastic material by injection molds.

19. The receptacle assembly of claim 1, wherein the outer cylinder and the inner cylinder are made of HDPE (high-density polyethylene) plastic.

20. A method for playing a paddle-based ball game, the method comprising step of:

providing at least two paddles;

providing at least two receptacle assemblies, wherein each receptacle assembly comprises an inner cylinder and an outer cylinder, wherein a first space is defined between the outer cylinder and the inner cylinder, wherein the first space being configured to selectively receive a ball and the inner cylinder defines a second space therewithin to selectively receive the ball, wherein at least two receptacle assemblies are spaced apart from each other, wherein a first team member is standing near the first receptacle assembly and a second team member of the same team is standing near the second receptacle assembly, wherein the first team member hits the ball with the first paddle towards the second team member, wherein the second team member diverts the ball towards the second receptacle assembly with the help of the second paddle, wherein hitting the assembly with or without assistance of another teammate scores a first point value and getting the ball directly into the first space with or without assistance of another teammate scores various listed point value, wherein the game is continued with at least two teams playing alternately one team at a time until a predetermined number of points is reached, wherein if number of points exceed the predetermined number, then number of points are reduce.