US20210283483A1

US20210283483A1 - Golf target and golf target game

Info

Publication number: US20210283483A1
Application number: US17/188,265
Authority: US
Inventors: Michael Mitchell
Original assignee: Individual
Current assignee: Individual
Priority date: 2020-03-13
Filing date: 2021-03-01
Publication date: 2021-09-16

Abstract

A plurality of golf hole shapes (e.g., star, circle, rectangle, triangle and hexagon) with a ball reception area in the center of each shape, are set on a flat surface to whatever distance chosen by players. The holes are in various diameters and each shape has a different sized entry and point value. The shapes are a part of a putting skill game played by one or more players. Players roll the dice to determine the order of play--highest points to lowest ordering. During a players turn, he/she rolls both dice and putts at the shape indicated on the dice. If a player rolls a flag, they can shoot at any shape. Each player keeps score of the points earned when they hit a ball into a shape. The first player to score a predetermined number of points wins.

Description

RELATED APPLICATION

This application claims the benefit of provisional application Ser. No. 62/989,013 filed 13 Mar. 2020.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Golf is a game well known and enjoyed by many. A ball is struck with club towards a cup.
Golf is a game enjoyed by millions of people worldwide. There are very few indoor golf “games” that take up minimal space, can be played individually or with multiple people, and will improve your putting skills-distance control and accuracy while having fun.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

A plurality of golf targets of varying shape and difficulty is provided, along with a game kit and instructions.
Putting is a critical aspect of the game of golf with each hole requiring a player to putt the golf ball once it lands on the green. In other words, strike the ball with accuracy and distance control toward the hole. A properly struck putt will need to have enough speed to get to the hole and not too much speed, otherwise, it will roll ever or well past the hole.
A game of skill, strategy and some luck (also required in golf) -is disclosed.
Disclosed is a golf putting game causing visually appealing shapes with a simulated golf hole in the center. Each shape has a point value from 1 to 5 based on difficulty and is designed to accept a putted golf bail hit/propelled at the correct speed. The game also includes two dice with images of the shapes and their scoring values along with 2 golf balls. At the start of the game, each shape is set on a flat surface to whatever distance chosen by players.
In a preferred embodiment, there are a plurality (e.g., five) shapes each with a simulated golf hole in the center. The golf hole diameters range in size between the plurality of shapes. Shapes preferably each have an inclined entry ramp at the front with an elevated surface on the back and sides. The elevated surface is designed to stop a ball that is hit at the correct speed from rolling over the shape. Image and design of the shapes are also disclosed.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWING

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a golf game including a putter, a ball, a first target, a second target, a third target, a fourth target, and a fifth target;

FIGS. 2-5 are a perspective, top, cross-sectional and front views of the first target, respectively;

FIG. 6 is a perspective view of a second target; FIGS. 7-9 top, cross-sectional and front views of the second target, respectively;

FIG. 10 is a perspective view of a third target. FIGS. 11-13 are a top, cross-sectional and front views of the third target, respectively;

FIG. 14 is a perspective view of a fourth target, FIGS. 15-17 are a top, cross-sectional and front views of the fourth target, respectively;

FIG. 18 is a perspective view of a fifth target.

FIGS. 19-21 are a top, first side and cross-sectional views of the fifth target, respectively.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

Although the disclosure hereof is detailed and exact to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention, the physical embodiments herein disclosed merely exemplify the invention which may be embodied in other specific structures. While the preferred embodiment has been described, the details may be changed without departing from the invention, which is defined by the claims.
Referring now to Fig. 1, a perspective view of a golf game including a putter 2, a ball 4, a first target 10, a second target 50, a third target 60, a fourth target 70, and a fifth target 80 is shown. The details of the targets will be described later.
To play the game, the following preferred embodiments are disclosed. One to multiple players utilize a golf putter 2, and preferably at least 2 golf balls 4.
The first target 10, second target 50, third target 60, fourth target 70, and fifth target 80 are each assigned with a point value ranging from 1 through 5, depending on difficulty based on front cup opening widths. In a preferred embodiment, a kit is provided, the kit comprising the first target 10, second target 50, third target 60, fourth target 70, and fifth target 80, the putter 2, ball 4, ana two dice (not shown) with images of shapes of targets 10, 50, 60, 70 and 80, and an image of a flag.
The first target 10, second target 50, third target 60, fourth target: 70, and fifth target 80 are each spread out on the ground, such as on a level carpeted surface. Preferably, paper is used for scoring to write down the point total for each player following their putts.
The game is played in a series of rounds with the goal of scoring 21 points. Each player rolls the two dice and putts to the shape on the dice calling out the shape before each putt. Shapes have a value from 1 through 5 with the flag on the dice being a wild card allowing a player no shoot at any shape.
In an exemplary embodiment, the first player to score a predeterminod number of points (e.g., at least 21, or exactly 21 points, etc.) wins the game. Alternatively, the player to score the most points in a predetermined number of strokes wins the game. To begin the game, each player rolls the 2 dice. The player with the highest point, total goes first.
The farther away the shapes are, the more difficult it will be to score. In a suggested embodiment, players can start playing from a short distance away (about 5 feet) and adjust to a longer distance as skills improve, or the first target 10, second target 50, third target 60, fourth target 70, and fifth target 80 can be spaced apart at different distances.
In a suggested embodiment, if the first putted ball blocks an intended target, or is contained in the intended target after putting, the ball remains where it lies until the player completes 2 putts.
Other variations in game play include single player layout the first, target 20, second target 50, third target 60, fourth target 70, and fifth target 80 and simply practice your putting stroke, otherwise, just roll the dice and shoot for the first target 10, second target 50, third target 60, fourth target 70, and fifth target 80 and see how many rolls it takes to score 21 points, for a variation in multiple player game play, each player can roll the dice 3 times and putt to the first target 10, second target 50, third target 60, fourth target 70, and fifth target 80. The player with the most points wins. For another variation in multiple player game play, play the game like a round of golf. First, determine the number of holes to be played 9 or 18. Each player rolls the dice and putts. Bxjc unlike a regular round of golf, when you complete your round, the person with the highest total wins.
Referring now to FIG. 2, perspective view of a first target 10 is shown. The first target 10 is preferably a circular shape, and a first, color. FIGS. 3-5 are a top, cross-sectional and front views of the first target 10 shown in FIG. 5, respectively. In a preferred embodiment, the first target 10 is a different color than each of the other targets 50, 60, 70 and 80. First target 10 presents a front cup opening 12 that is a first width W1 different than each of the other target front cup opening 12 widths W2-W5 as will be shown with reference to later drawings. As can be seen in FIG. 4, front cup opening 12 preferably has a sloped entry, shortest at the furthest distance from hole 14.
Each of the shapes 10, 50, 60, 70 and 80 described herein is preferably configxired so that a golf ball rolled at a proper holing speed (a similar holing speed to that of a traditional golf hole) is retained within hole 14, while a rear cup wall 16 allows a ball struck at faster than holing speed to escape. Rear cup wall top surface 20 is semi-circular with reference to first shape 10. A wider front: cup opening 12 (W1-W5) will present an easier target for the golfer to putt info, and likewise a narrower front cup opening 12 (W1-W5) will present a more difficult target.
Front cup opening 12 has a width W1, and a pair of side cup walls 18 couple front cup opening 12 with rear cup wall back surface 16. At the position side cup walls 18 meet rear cup wall back surface 16, opening 12 has a width of W1', preferably shorter than width W1. The difference between W1 and W1' thus creates a funneling effect in a preferred embodiment.
Referring now to FIG. 6, a perspective view of a second target 50 is shown. The second target 50 is preferably a rectangular shape, wit is a second color and width combination. FIGS. 7-9 are a top, cross-sectional and front views of the second target 50, respectively. In a preferred embodiment, the second target 50 is a different color than each of the other targets, and presents a front cup opening 12 that is & second width W2 different than each of the other target front cup opening 12 widths.
Referring now to FIG. 10, a perspective view of a third target 60 is shown. The third target 60 is preferably a hexagonal shape, with a third color and width combination. Figs. 11-13 are a top, cross-sectional and front: views of the third target 60, respectively. In a preferred embodiment, the third target 60 is a different color than each of the other targets, and presents a front cup opening 12 that is a third width W3 different than each of the other target front, cup opening 12 widths.
Referring now to FIG. 14, a perspective view of a fourth target: 70 is shown. The fourth target 70 is preferably a star shape, with a fourth color and width combination. FIGS. 15-17 are a top, cross-sectional and front views of the fourth target 70, respectively. In a preferred embodiment, the fourth target 70 is a different color than each of the other targets, and presents a front cup opening 12 that is a fourth width W4 different than each of the other target front cup opening 12 widths.
Referring now to FIG. 18, a perspective view of a fifth target 80 is shown. The fourth target 70 is preferably a triangular shape, with a fifth color and width combination. Figs. 19-21 are a top, cross-sectional and front views of the fifth target 80, respectively. In a preferred embodiment, the fifth target 80 is a different color than each of the other targets, and presents a front cup opening 12 that is a fifth width W5 different than each of the other target front cup opening 12 widths.
The foregoing is considered as illustrative only the principles of the invention. Furthermore, since numerous modifications and changes will readily occur to those skilled in the art, it is not desired to limit the invention to the exact construction and operation shown and described. While the preferred embodiment has been described, the details may be changed without departing from the invention, which is defined by the claims.

Claims

I claim:

1. A plurality of targets for a golf game, said targets comprising:

a front cup opening having a first width;

a first cup side wall coupled to said front cup opening;

a rear cup wall back surface coupled to said cup side wall;

a rear cup wall top surface coupled to said rear cup wall back surface;

a hole spaced between said front cup opening and said rear cup wall back surface;

said rear cup wall top surface shaped comprising at least a portion of at least one of group consisting of a circle, a rectangle, a hexagon, a star, and a triangle;

a first of said targets further comprising a second cup side wall coupled to said front cup opening, said first cup side wall and said second cup sidewall spaced apart by a first width;

a second of said targets further comprising a second cup side wail coupled tc sard front cup opening, said first cup side wall and said second cup sidewall spaced apart by a second width;

said second width greater than said first width.

2. A plurality of targets according to claim 1, said first of said targets comprising a first color;

said second of said targets comprising a second color different than said first color.

3. A kit comprising of a plurality of targets according to claim 1, a ball, and a putter.