US2025256163A1PendingUtilityA1

Dual-Lace Football Device

Assignee: VAUGHT GROVERPriority: Feb 12, 2024Filed: Dec 18, 2024Published: Aug 14, 2025
Est. expiryFeb 12, 2044(~17.5 yrs left)· nominal 20-yr term from priority
Inventors:Grover Vaught
A63B 43/002A63B 2243/007A63B 41/085
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Abstract

A dual-lace football device is provided. The device is comprised of a body with two halves stitched together and featuring laces on opposite sides to enhance grip and performance. The body may be constructed from various materials such as leather or synthetic composites, providing durability and moisture resistance. Each half contains at least one lace, preferably made from moisture-wicking materials, with patterns like raised ridges and grooves that improve traction and manage water displacement. The laces are further enhanced with coatings for better grip and durability. The dual-lace design offers players improved handling, control, and stability, benefiting quarterbacks, receivers, and kickers by optimizing grip during play.

Claims

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What is claimed is: 
     
         1 . A dual-lace football device comprising:
 a body formed from a first half and a second half, wherein the first half is attached to the second half via a stitch;   a first lace positioned on the first half and second lace positioned on the second half, the first lace and the second lace being located opposite one another on the body; and   a first pattern on the first lace and a second pattern on the second lace, the first pattern and the second pattern comprising a raised element or a recessed element to enhance grip.   
     
     
         2 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 1 , wherein the body is comprised of a leather, a synthetic leather, a composite material, or a polyurethane. 
     
     
         3 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 1 , wherein the stitch is comprised of a double stitch, a zigzag stitch, or a lock stitch. 
     
     
         4 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 1 , wherein the first lace and the second lace are comprised of a rubber or a synthetic fiber. 
     
     
         5 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 4 , wherein the synthetic fiber is comprised of a moisture-wicking material. 
     
     
         6 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 5 , wherein the moisture-wicking material is comprised of a hydrophobic silicone or a polymer-based yarn. 
     
     
         7 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 1 , wherein the first pattern and the second pattern are comprised of an alternating ridge and groove. 
     
     
         8 . A dual-lace football device comprising:
 a body formed from a first half and a second half, wherein the first half is attached to the second half via a reinforced stitch;   a first lace positioned on the first half and second lace positioned on the second half, the first lace and the second lace being located opposite one another on the body; and   a first pattern on the first lace and a second pattern on the second lace.   
     
     
         9 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 8 , wherein the reinforced stitched is reinforced via a sealant. 
     
     
         10 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 8 , wherein the reinforced stitched is reinforced via a coating. 
     
     
         11 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 8 , wherein the first pattern is comprised of a micro-groove. 
     
     
         12 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 8 , wherein the second pattern is comprised of a micro-groove. 
     
     
         13 . A dual-lace football device comprising:
 a body formed from a first half and a second half, wherein the first half is attached to the second half via a reinforced stitch;   a first lace positioned on the first half and second lace positioned on the second half 180 degrees from the first place, the first lace and the second lace being located opposite one another on the body; and   a first pattern on the first lace and a second pattern on the second lace.   
     
     
         14 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 13 , wherein the body is comprised of a leather, a synthetic leather, a composite material, or a polyurethane. 
     
     
         15 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 13 , wherein the stitch is comprised of a double stitch, a zigzag stitch, or a lock stitch. 
     
     
         16 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 13 , wherein the first lace and the second lace are comprised of a rubber or a synthetic fiber. 
     
     
         17 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 16 , wherein the synthetic fiber is comprised of a moisture-wicking material. 
     
     
         18 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 17 , wherein the moisture-wicking material is comprised of a hydrophobic silicone or a polymer-based yarn. 
     
     
         19 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 9 , wherein the reinforced stitched is reinforced via a sealant. 
     
     
         20 . The dual-lace football device of  claim 9 , wherein the reinforced stitched is reinforced via a coating.

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