Object-retaining device for golfers

Abstract

The present invention is directed to devices for securely holding elongated objects, such as cigars, above the ground. Generally, a device in accordance with the present invention includes an elongated shaft with ground-piercing means, and a cradle which resembles a golf club head coupled to the upper end of the elongated shaft. The cradle's two interior surfaces define a cavity capable of securely retaining objects such as cigars, cigarettes, sunglasses, and other items needing to be stowed by a golfer on a golf course.

1 . An object-retaining device comprising an elongated shaft having upper and lower ends, and a cradle coupled to the upper end of the shaft, wherein the cradle has two interior surfaces defining a cavity therebetween capable of securely retaining objects, and wherein the lower end of the shaft comprises ground-piercing means. 
   
   
       2 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein the objects capable of being retained are selected from the group consisting of cigars, cigarettes, eyeglasses, sunglasses, scorecards, writing implements, snack foods, and cell phones. 
   
   
       3 . The device of  claim 2 , wherein the object capable of being retained is a cigar. 
   
   
       4 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein the ground-piercing means is a lower end of the shaft which has been tapered. 
   
   
       5 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein the shaft is about 3 feet in length. 
   
   
       6 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein the cradle resembles a golf club head. 
   
   
       7 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein the shaft comprises aluminum or fiberglass. 
   
   
       8 . The device of  claim 1 , wherein the cradle comprises ABS injection molded plastic or metal alloy.