How to Choose a Basketball Goal Academy for Your Home

Basketball is more than just a sport for kids, it’s a fun and engaging way for families to bond, and stay active. Investing in a quality basketball hoop for your home can inspire your family to get out there and shoot some hoops together, even on the days they don’t have practice or games scheduled. And with the right equipment, it can help improve your shooting and ball handling skills.

In-ground basketball goals can give your court a permanent feel that is stable and solid, but if you’re going for something more portable there are a variety of options that also allow for quick setup and storage. For example, residential portable sets like the Silverback RollaSport and Silverback RollaJam can easily be moved out of the garage or from the driveway into a storage area between plays. Other options include semi-portable in-ground hoops that use a different anchor system than direct-burial posts to allow for easy relocation if needed.

The rim or goal is another important feature to consider. Thinner rims can be more susceptible to breakage and are more likely to bend over time, which may create a safety hazard for players. Look for a high-quality, heavy duty rim that is made to the same standards as professional arena basketball goals. First Team offers a variety of rim sizes, including competition breakaway steel and a heavy duty double rim for playgrounds that are subject to aggressive play.

Finally, make sure your basketball goal has a height adjustment mechanism so it can be set to the appropriate playing height. Using the correct hoop height in training sessions can help transfer your shooting skills more effectively to competitive game play.