Basketball training device, system and method

Abstract

Method and various devices and systems directed towards teaching, training and developing a shooter to increase the accuracy of shooting a basketball are provided. The method comprises shooting a basketball with centerline straightness, 43-45 degree basketball hoop entry angle and 11 inch shot-depth. Embodiments of the physical devices of the invention, which may be used singly or in various combination, comprise a centerline-straightness target acquisition portion, a shot-depth target acquisition potion and an arc-angle target acquisition portion that teach, develop and reinforce consistent, accurate basketball shooting. A bracket assembly is disclosed for detachably attaching the device embodiments to a basketball backboard above the basketball hoop rim.

Description

PRIORITY[0001]This application is a Continuation of and claims priority to and the benefit of U.S. application Ser. No. 15 / 147849 filed on May 5, 2016 for “Basketball Training Device, System and Method” by Dan Constantin, the contents and subject of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety, which was the non-provisional application of Provisional Application No. 62 / 156915 (Confirmation No. 5966), filed on May 5, 2015 for “Basketball Training Device, System and Method” by Dan Constantin, of which this Continuation Application further claims priority to and the benefit of and the contents and subject of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.BACKGROUND[0002]The present invention relates generally to a device, system and method for shooting a basketball at and through a basketball basket, and more specifically, to a device, system and method directed towards training a shooter to increase the accuracy of shooting a basketball. It is therefore a...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

This patent is about a method for making shots with a hoop, called a "bulls-eye" shot. The method involves using a specific shooting technique that allows the shooter to find the target in their mind and visually see it. This technique also takes into account the distance between the hoop and the shooter, so that shots with a smaller angle can still be made. The disclosed method ensures that shots with an optimal angle are made easier, while shots with higher angles require a longer trajectory and result in increased shooting accuracy. Overall, this method helps to improve the accuracy of shots taken from different distances and angles.

Problems solved by technology

Basketball hoops used in playgrounds, recreational settings and for personal use, however, often lack such a flexible connection and are rigidly attached to the backboard.

Yet, while players may develop the ability to improve their shooting accuracy, the lack of a true “target” for which to aim, particularly longer perimeter or 3-point shots, creates difficulty for coaches, parents and more advanced players to help teach budding or less accurate shooters how to improve their shooting skills and accuracy.

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