Measuring device for golf playing

Abstract

The present invention is a device for accurate measuring the distance from a ball to the cup hole at the green to determine which ball is closest or farthest. The device is comprised of a pin, a balancing disk, a tape measure, a bumper, a board with slots, and a clip for holding writing utensils. The board surface makes for easier writing and display of measurements. The balancing disk provides balance and accuracy during measurements. The measuring device is sturdy and portable and promotes a neat and manicured appearance to the golf course.

What is claimed is:  
     
         1 . A device for measuring the distance from the cup hole on a golf green to a golf ball, comprising, 
 a pin fixedly attached to a disk,    a substantially rectilinear flat member, having a top section and lower section, fixedly secured to said disk,    said member having portions defining a channel in the said lower section attached to said disk, and    a tape measure generally fitting said channel.    
     
     
         2 . The device according to  claim 1  wherein the said pin fits into a standard golf hole cup.  
     
     
         3 . The device according to  claim 1  wherein the said device is made of plastic.  
     
     
         4 . The device according to  claim 1  wherein the said tape measurement is a 25 feet tape measure.  
     
     
         5 . The device for measuring the distance from the cup hole on a golf green to a golf ball, comprising, 
 a pin fixedly attached to a disk,    a substantially rectilinear flat member, fixedly attached to said disk said member having a top section and a lower section and front surface and a rear surface,    a step fixedly attached to said disk,    said member rear surface having slots to hold paper cards,    said member rear surface having a clip for holding writing means,    said member having portions defining a channel in the said lower end attached to said disk,    a tape measure generally fitting said channel,    a semicircular piece attached to top region of said channel, and    said member having portions defining a hole in the said top end of said member.    
     
     
         6 . The device according to  claim 5  wherein said pin fits the into a standard golf hole cup.  
     
     
         7 . The device according to  claim 5  wherein the said device is made plastic.  
     
     
         8 . The device according to  claim 5  wherein said step is made of rubber.  
     
     
         9 . The device according to  claim 5  wherein the said tape measurement is a 25 foot tape measure.  
     
     
         10 . The device according to  claim 5  wherein said semicircular piece is made of PVC.