Abstract

A tennis ball retrieval apparatus with enhanced ball retention capability coupled to a frame of a tennis racket is provided. The tennis ball retrieval apparatus includes a scoop assembly with an upper receptacle coupled to a base member, the base member having a generally U-shaped member coupled to the frame of the tennis racket, the upper receptacle having a generally spherical scoop with a front opening and an inner concave surface designed to conform to contours of the tennis ball. The tennis racket is maneuvered in a sweeping motion to permit the generally spherical scoop of the upper receptacle to scoop the tennis ball through the front opening. This permits the inner concave surface of the upper receptacle to conform to the tennis ball, thereby permitting the upper receptacle to retain the tennis ball therein.

IPC Classes  ?

• A63B 47/02 - Devices for handling or treating balls for picking-up
• A63B 60/40 - Details or accessories of golf clubs, bats, rackets or the like having holding means provided inside, on the edge or on the rear face of the striking surface