Redefine your game
Welcome to DunkBall, where we're transforming basketball by making the exhilarating dunk accessible to everyone. With our innovative 8.5-foot rim, we encourage verticality, boost shooting percentages, and make "The Dunk" a foundational part of the amateur game. Join us and discover a new level of fun and skill on the court.
Experience the DunkBall advantage
DunkBall isn't just about a lower rim; it's about unlocking new potential in every player. Our unique approach fosters a more dynamic, engaging, and skill-building basketball experience for all ages and abilities. See how DunkBall can elevate your game.
Accessible dunks
Finally, "The Dunk" is within reach for everyone. Our 8.5-foot rim makes this iconic play a fundamental part of the amateur game, adding an exciting new dimension to your experience.
Boost confidence
Achieving dunks and experiencing success at the rim dramatically boosts player confidence, encouraging more aggressive play and fostering a deeper love for the game.
Develop verticality
The 8.5-foot rim inherently encourages players to jump more, developing crucial vertical leap skills that translate to all aspects of their basketball game, from rebounds to blocks.
Inclusive play
DunkBall creates a more inclusive environment, allowing players of varying heights, ages, and skill levels to enjoy the full excitement of basketball, together.
"DunkBall completely changed how my kids play! They're more engaged, confident, and absolutely love being able to dunk. It's truly revolutionary for amateur basketball."
Sarah M., proud parent
NOTICE OF PROPRIETARY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & PUBLIC DISCLOSURE
Date of First Public Disclosure: January 19, 2026
Subject: The DunkBall™ Sporting System & Method of Play
This notice serves as the formal public disclosure of DunkBall™, a newly developed athletic sport designed specifically for the conversion and modernization of outdoor basketball courts. All concepts, rules, specifications, and system designs associated with DunkBall are the proprietary intellectual property of Luke McNeel‑Caird.
The disclosure includes, but is not limited to, the following core elements of the DunkBall Sporting System:
1. The Eight‑and‑a‑Half Foot Standard
A defined rim‑height methodology centered on 8.5‑foot goals, engineered to expand vertical accessibility and elevate above‑the‑rim play for a wider range of athletes.
2. The DunkBall Scoring Framework
A proprietary scoring hierarchy emphasizing dynamic, aerial play, including a 3‑point value for dunk‑based scoring actions, along with additional rule‑based incentives that distinguish DunkBall from traditional basketball.
3. Court Conversion Architecture
A standardized 50' × 42' short‑court layout, paired with the Possession Neutralization (“Clear”) rule, designed to increase pace, density, and continuous engagement on repurposed outdoor courts.
4. System Identity and Branding
The name DunkBall™ is a claimed trademark for sporting services, athletic equipment, league operations, and court‑conversion programs.
Legal Status
All rights are reserved under U.S. Copyright law for the DunkBall Sporting System & Method of Play (2026). This public disclosure initiates the one‑year grace period for patent filing under 35 U.S.C. § 102(b).
Inquiries
For licensing, municipal conversions, league development, or partnership opportunities in Northern California, contact: luke@playdunkball.com
