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How to make an adjustable basketball hoop
Making adjustable basketball hoops a slam dunk
It was undoubtedly the highlight of my driveway basketball career – the day I could finally dunk on a 10-foot rim.
Jerome Lane wowed Bill Raftery with his dunking power.
I can still remember it today, nearly 15 years later. Timing out my steps, taking off on my right foot, throwing my sisters’ women’s sized basketball through the hoop and feeling the rim hit my fingers. Months of practice had paid off, and I couldn’t wait to show my dad after he got home from work.
I waited for him, practicing the routine and anticipating what he would say. When he finally pulled into the garage, I was ready. I bounded across the driveway, elevated, slammed the ball… and tore the rim straight off the backboard.
My dad’s reaction: “Great” accompanied by an exasperated look.
Not exactly Bill Raftery and not quite what I’d pictured.
Basketball systems have come a long way since then. And whether you’re looking to put up a hoop to get you through a few years or one to practice like an NBA All-Star, Sports Unlimited has something for you.![]()
After choosing our top five favorites a few years ago, here’s a look at a variety of our top picks for adjustable hoops to suit any budget.
UNDER $500
FIRST TEAM FIVE-STAR INTRUDER ADJUSTABLE BASKETBALL HOOP
One of our least expensive systems, the Five-Star Intruder won’t take up a lot of space in the driveway but will give you a reliable hoop. The system comes with a 3″ round pole, a 30″x44″ clear acrylic backboard, a flex rim and a backboard pad. An EZ Crank Height Adjuster will allow you to vary the rim height between 7.5′ and 10′ and a three-foot deep footing will secure the pole. If you’re just starting out, this pole is a great option.
SPALDING NBA 88355 IN GROUND ADJUSTABLE BASKETBALL HOOP
The Spalding NBA 88355 is an affordable hoop from same quality manufacturer the NBA trusts. Slightly larger than the Five-Star Intruder, this system comes with a 50″ acrylic backboard that’s perfect for young players to start on. It has 1/2″ support arms to provide sturdiness and realistic rebounding and is adjustable from 7.
5′-10′ feet in six-inch increments. The three piece system is easy to set up and includes a 3.5″ round steel pole that goes directly into the ground.
SPALDING 88365 ADJUSTABLE BASKETBALL HOOP
An upgrade on the 88355, this basketball hoop won’t break your budget and won’t break down with heavy use. Constructed using a 4-inch square pole, the 88365 is more supportive than most other poles in its price range. It can also stand up to Mother Nature thanks to rust-resistant powder coated steel components. The backboard is slightly bigger than our other picks in this range, measuring 32″x54″, and is made from acrylic. It’s also equipped with Spalding’s U-Turn lift system to easily adjust from 7.5′ to 10′.
UNDER $1000
FIRST TEAM CHAMP III ADJUSTABLE BASKETBALL HOOP
One of the most important things to look for in a basketball system is rigidity and First Team offers that with its Champ III Adjustable Basketball Hoop. This hoop includes a 4″x4″, 11-gauge steel pole that’s heavier than most others.
That means your 36″x54″ acrylic backboard will stay firm when you’re looking to bank home a winning shot. The Insta-Just height adjustment doesn’t require any tools and will allow you to set the rim from 7.5′ to 10′ for various levels of play. As an added bonus it comes with First Team’s Lifetime Superior Warranty, which covers any damage or failure caused by basketball activity.
BISON SMOKED LOTTERY PICK ADJUSTABLE BASKETBALL HOOP
As soon as your hoop is up, you’re going to want to have your friends over to play. Imagine their look when they see the styling of the Smoked Lottery Pick Adjustable Basketball Hoop from Bison. The smoked tempered glass tinted backboard does more than look the part. It also provides some function, reducing the sun’s glare on bright days. The hoop adjusts from 7.5′ to 10′ and has a 30″ offset, so there’s room to battle under the boards without fear of banging into the pole. The pole is mounted with a direct barrier 30 inches into the ground. This hoop includes a Lifetime Limited Warranty from Bison to cover damage from “normal or intended use.
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GAMECHANGER GC44-LG ADJUSTABLE BASKETBALL SYSTEM
A new kid on the block, the GameChanger GC44-LG Adjustable Basketball System offers incredible value. Its 4″x4″ pole is one solid piece, providing superior strength to the two-piece pole used by most competitors. Unlike the systems above, this hoop is made to go with you if you move thanks to its anchor bolt mounting system. Like its competitors, the GC44-LG adjusts from 7.5′ to 10′ and has a 30″ offset. It also comes with a breakaway rim and post and backboard pads for maximum safety. Each hoop has black powder coat paint to resist harsh weather conditions and GameChanger’s lifetime warranty makes it a strong choice.
OVER $1000
SPALDING TRIPLE EIGHT SERIES 88825G 54″ GLASS BASKETBALL SYSTEM
When you enter the highest price range you get some bells and whistles and the Triple Eight Series doesn’t disappoint. In fact, we like this series so much at Sports Unlimited that we’re installing its big brother behind our warehouse later this week.
What makes it special? How about the 3/8″ tempered glass that will provide true rebounds off the 54″x36″ backboard. Or maybe its the durability of a 5″ square steel pole, covered with an accompanying pole pad, that will offer strong support. Spalding is the officially-licensed brand of the NBA and this backboard has the sticker to prove it. The stainless steel poles won’t rust and a 3′ board offset gives you plenty of room to do your best Dr. J impression to wow your friends. You can do that at a variety of heights as this system adjusts from 7.5′ to 10′.
SPALDING ARENA VIEW 86604AGP 60″ GLASS BASKETBALL SYSTEM
If you lie in bed late at night dreaming of walking across the stage and shaking hands with David Stern, then you may want to invest in a Spalding Arena View. The unique design of the support bars, which attach to the widest part of the backboard, will offer unmatched rigidity to give you a true feel on the 1/2″ tempered glass. A 60″x38″ backboard will allow you enough space to practice this with a 180-degree breakaway rim to protect from injury.
Like the Triple Eight Series, the Arena View also has a 3′ offset and has the U-Turn Pro lift system to make it easy to adjust it from 7.5′-10′. Its also NBA licensed and comes with a stadium-style pole pad.
TRIPLE THREAT TPT664-XXL ADJUSTABLE BASKETBALL HOOP
For maximum features at a great price, look no further than the Triple Threat TPT664-XXL. A 6″ square post and a 42″x72″ backboard are the same specs used by the pros. One of its best features is that it adjusts from 10′ all the way down to 5.5′ so you can get started early on grooming the next Lebron. The basket features a 4′ offset to keep you away from the pole and also comes with post and backboard pads for added safety. A galvanized WeatherShield undercoat and black powder top coat make this system weather-proof and it also has a bolt down anchor base so it can move along with you.
| | By Lou Rusnock
Lou is a writer at Sports Unlimited. |
Adjustable Outdoor Basketball Hoop for Basketball Court – Goalrilla
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DIFFERENT TYPES OF BASKETBALL HOOPS
Whether you’re looking for a way to get the whole family outside together or a vital training tool for your rising basketball star, investing in a basketball hoop will provide fun for years to come. Before buying a basketball hoop, it’s important to decide what type of hoop would best suit your family’s needs. We have three brands and four types of basketball goals to choose from – in-ground, portable, wall-mounted, and kids' youth hoops.
ADJUSTABLE BASKETBALL HOOPSEvery Goalrilla basketball hoop can easily be adjusted in height from 7.5’ to 10’ with the included actuator. Children as young as 6 years old can adjust the easy-to-crank actuator so they can bring the goal down to a height that’s appropriate for them or raise the height as they grow alongside the basketball goal.
Adjustable basketball hoops are great for children learning to play the game.
IN-GROUND BASKETBALL HOOPSGoalrilla’s in-ground basketball hoops feature in-ground anchor systems cured in concrete with the option to unbolt and move the goal. In-ground basketball hoops offer the most advanced performance of any residential goal, closely replicating the performance of NCAA and NBA hoops. Most in-ground goals feature tempered glass backboards which offer the most authentic rebound available while the rigid steel pole mounted in concrete offers incredible stability for the entire unit.
The in-ground, concrete installation process makes the hoop much more stable, eliminating the risk of tipping over, especially during a dunk. If you anticipate adults or children dunking on your goal, be sure to select an in-ground goal that will support the force and keep your players safe. Additionally, in-ground hoops take up less ground space, reducing the trip hazard of a portable’s molded base.
PORTABLE BASKETBALL HOOPSSilverback's portable basketball goals offer increased stability for better rebound and playability, easier portability, and easy assembly. The Silverback NXT portable basketball goals offer great benefits over traditional portable basketball hoops such as a steel base and premium backboard.
Many portable hoops have complicated assemblies that can take anywhere from 3-6 hours to complete. However, the NXT basketball goals only take 90 minutes to assemble with easy-to-use instructions and many pre-assembled parts. Our instructions include detailed diagrams and correspond to clearly labeled parts and hardware, so you can start playing in no time.
WALL-MOUNTED BASKETBALL HOOPSBoth Goaliath and Silverback offer wall-mounted basketball goals perfect for saving space in your driveway. Sometimes your driveway space doesn’t allow for a basketball pole installation and the overhang required to safely play.
The Goaliath and Silverback wall-mounted basketball goals install the hoop to a garage, barn, school or camp building, gym, and more. You can install them to any wall indoors or outdoors and the hoops deliver the same quality performance as an in-ground basketball goal does. Our wall-mounted basketball hoops are height adjustable and feature the pro-style breakaway rim to protect the backboard and to prevent player injuries. Additionally, our wall-mounted basketball goals come partially preassembled with attached hardware so you can assemble your hoop in 120 minutes or less!
WHICH BASKETBALL HOOP SHOULD YOU BUY?A basketball hoop is a large purchase for your home, so it’s important to consider your needs and wants in order to make an informed buying decision. A few factors to consider during your search for the right basketball goal include driveway size, how frequently it’ll be used, the players’ ages, and your budget - among other things. To read more about finding the right basketball hoop for you, see our hoop buying guide.
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Basketball hoop – how to make a stand with a backboard with your own hands
Do you like basketball and want to make a hoop? I wanted to make it myself, not buy it, and I ended up making it.
It's pretty cheap, especially if you have some of the stuff you need to assemble.
Let's start assembling a basketball hoop with our own hands.
Step 1: Shape the Ring
The first thing you will need is a ring, I made it with 12mm rod, but it doesn't have to be that size. The standard diameter of a basketball hoop is 450 mm.
To make it flat you need something to wrap it around, this thing should be about 400mm in diameter.
I found an old car rim of the right size, you will need to clamp it to the table with a clamp using a block of wood.
As shown in photo 2, place another clamp a little further from the first with a rod between them.
As shown in photo 3, slowly wrap the rod around the disk, once you wrap the rod and its edges overlap, cut off the straight ends.
Use a clamp to press the ends together, then weld them together.
To complete this part, place the ring on the ground and straighten out all the curves.
Step 2: Frame
- Bend a piece of flat metal, mine was 4mm thick.
- Weld it to a flat spot in the ring.
- Cut two rods 320 mm long.
- Weld them as shown in the photo.
- Drill four holes to match your existing bolts.
- If you need a netball ring, you can simply attach it to the pole and skip the rest of the steps.
Step 3: Mesh Staples (Optional)
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Do this step if you need mesh. If you need a network, you will have to buy it.
This step is not as difficult as it seems.
- cut 12 pieces of wire 90 mm long (I would recommend making a few spare parts as they are easy to ruin.)
- bend them in the middle (it doesn't matter if the ends are the same length)
- clamp the wire in a vise with a steel rod at one end
- bend wire over rod
- repeat this with all parts of
- retighten the wire wrapped around the rod (see photo)
- bend it
- repeat the action with all parts of
- retighten wire wrapped around stem
- bend it (at this point you can't just remove the wire from the rod - you will need to slide it to one of its edges and remove it from the edge)
- repeat with all parts of
- divide into 12 parts and weld on the brackets
Step 4: Backboard
Cut the board to size.
My board does not fit the full size of basketball boards. (the second picture shows the dimensions of a standard shield).
My measurements are 1100mm wide, 700mm high and 25mm thick. (You don't have to be that size.)
Step 5: Paint the shield
Once you've drawn all the lines on the shield, lay masking tape over them. If you try, everything will look neat.
If you are using MDF, you will need to take care to protect the edges from moisture (as shown in photo 2).
Carefully paint over the areas around the masking tape.
Remove masking tape after enough coats of paint have been applied and the board looks complete.
Step 6: Paint the ring
First you need to sand the metal. I used a grinding disc on a grinder.
The ring must not be black or white, it must stand out from the shield. Usually the ring is painted orange or red.
The easiest way to paint inventory is from a can.
Step 7: Assemble
Put it all together.
