Turf base
A base or similar structure utilized in playing a sport is provided including a top base structure including a number of bores formed therein and an insert including an upper surface having a number of studs thereon engageable with the bores, and a lower surface including a number of posts thereon. The posts extend outwardly from the insert to securely engage the ground against horizontal or lateral forces exerted on the base.
1. A base comprising:
a) a top structure including a recess and a number of bores extending from the recess into the top structure; and
b) an insert including a body having an upper surface insertable into the recess and including a number of studs removably insertable within the bores in the top structure and a lower surface including a number of posts thereon adapted to engage a ground surface on which the insert is positioned,
wherein the studs are directly engaged with the bores.
2. The base of claim 1 wherein the posts are spaced about the lower surface of the insert.
3. The base of claim 1 where the posts are formed integrally with the insert.
4. The base of claim 1 wherein the posts each include a tip opposite the insert.
5. The base of claim 1 wherein the posts each include a number of fins extending outwardly form the posts.
6. The base of claim 5 wherein the fins are angled along their length.
7. The base of claim 1 wherein the studs are slidably inserted within the bores in the top structure.
8. A method for connecting a base to a desired location on a ground, the method comprising the steps of:
a) providing a base comprising:
i) a top structure including a recess and a number of bores extending from the recess into the top structure; and
ii) an insert including a body having an upper surface including a number of studs removably engageable within the bores, and a lower surface including a number of posts thereon;
b) engaging the bores on the top base structure with studs on the insert; and
c) engaging the posts on the insert with the ground.