Author: Grant Riley

Amidst the excitement of purchasing a Goalrilla basketball goal, the overhang is something you may not initially think about. Overhang is the distance between the front of the post and the front of the backboard.  All Goalrilla goals have an overhang  of 2 1/2’ to 4’.  Typically, the deeper the overhang, the better, as the post is pushed back and removed from the playing area. The shorter the overhang, the more likely players are to run into the post during play. The heavy duty steel post on a Goalrilla doesn’t care if you’re the next Michael Jordan or a parent… Read more »


The Goalrilla CV54 is the Premium selection in the Goalrilla 54” lineup. The Goalrilla CV54 features a 54”x’38” clear view tempered glass backboard, 5”x5” one-piece steel pole and a 3’ overhang. Like all the Goalrilla systems, the CV54 is adjustable from 7.5’ to 10’ and has a tough, baked-on powdercoat finish. The independent anchor system combined with the Goalrilla limited lifetime warranty make this a solid investment. WHAT TO LIKE: Independent Anchor System: The Goalrilla CV54 features an independent anchor system. An independent anchor system allows you to take your investment with you if you move. The anchor system has… Read more »

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  The Goalrilla GS-III and the GS54c are two variations in the Goalrilla line of 54” wide backboards. If you are looking to compare these basketball goals then you have probably come to the conclusion that you are in the market for a 54” backboard.If that’s the case then you actually have 4 total options to choose from. The other two goals that come in this size are the GS54 and the CV54 – with the CV54 (clear view) being the premium of the whole group. With Goalrilla being the quality manufacturer that they are, all basketball goals you will find… Read more »

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  BasketballGoalStore:  Shopping Made Simple Why Buy from BasketballGoalStore VS. a Box Store? While shopping for a Goalrilla goal, the BasketballGoalStore offers its customers three key differentiators: savings, convenience and variety. Savings As the largest Goalrilla dealer in the country, the buying power of the Basketball Goal Store allows us to offer lower pricing than your big box store.  If you were to purchase a Goalrilla goal at a big box store, you would be paying a considerable amount more than you would through the Basketball Goal Store.  We have our Best Price Guarantee, that will guarantee that we have… Read more »


If you have an up and coming basketball star or just want to shoot a few hoops in the driveway, choosing the correct basketball system is important.  You want to choose a system that is going to last, gives you the performance you expect, and looks good at the same time. There are numerous things to consider when deciding which basketball hoop to buy. The type of backboard that you choose is one of the most important decisions. For those of you looking at a higher end basketball hoop, you may have noticed a couple of different choices: acrylic and… Read more »


The DC72E1 basketball system will be the best and last goal you will ever have to buy. With professional style features from top to bottom, this goal is designed to withstand the roughest of play. This goal is the flagship of the Goalrilla lineup, boasting the best that Goalrilla has to offer. The only basketball goal with the new Direct Connect Technology In ground, adjustable high-end basketball goal Regulation size, for high school and college play NCAA backboard pad, premium pole pad Rock Solid, Independent anchor mounting system DUPONT® Powder coat painted 1/2’ tempered glass clear view backboard Premium actuator,… Read more »


Using the Goalrilla G Trainer, this basketball drill is going to work from the close range to the three point range. Warming up is something that many players skip over and many coaches do not emphasize enough during a practice session. With this drill, players can run the drill at their own pace and can focus on all shooting ranges. In addition, this drill allows players to focus on repetition, which will help build muscle memory that will lead to higher scoring percentages during games. Overall, the G Trainer will allow players to focus more time on practicing and less… Read more »

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Using the Goalrilla G Trainer, this drill is going to work a half court exercise with an open layup to the basketball hoop. The G Trainer should be set up at about half court, facing the basketball goal that the layup will be completed on. The offensive player will dribble towards the Goalrilla G Trainer, deliver a chest pass and will immediately flash around and drive towards the basketball hoop without the ball. They will work on receiving the over the shoulder pass and catching the ball a few feet away from the basketball goal and will complete an open… Read more »

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The Goalrilla G Trainer is a dual-sided piece of equipment that allows you to perform plenty of basketball training drills, such as the wing-to-corner flare jump shot. This technique involves passing the ball to another player (the Goalrilla G trainer in this case) and then transitioning to the basketball hook. It is a move performed by many top NBA players and allows you to improve your overall scoring ability. This basketball drill is actually very easy to perform. The most important thing is to set your Goalrilla trainer properly, which means in position 4 (a 30-degree angle). It’s best to… Read more »

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Using the Goalrilla G Trainer, this basketball drill is going to work on the over head delivery pass, as well as the catch and pop mid range and three point range jump shot. The Goalrilla G Trainer will be set up directly below the basketball hoop and will face either the left or right corner wing. The player will begin at the wing and will be set up about 10 feet away (just behind the three point line) to deliver the entry pass. To perform this drill effectively, the G Trainer should be set up at a steep angle. This… Read more »

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Using the Goalrilla G Trainer, two players are going to work to execute this basketball drill. The Goalrilla G Trainer will be set up at half court with both players starting under the basketball hoop. The first player will dribble towards the G Trainer and upon reaching the free throw line, will deliver a chest pass. Once catching the chest pass, the player will make a quick jab step and will dribble towards the basketball goal for a layup. After the first player catches the chest pass and makes the move towards the basketball hoop for the layup, the second… Read more »

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This basketball drill, which incorporates the Goalrilla G Trainer, is going to focus on a quick flare pass, v-cut step and creating an open space for a mid range jump shot. The Goalrilla G Trainer will be positioned at the top of the key (facing either wing of the court). Players will begin on either block (below the basketball hoop) and will dribble up the free throw lane, towards the G Trainer. Once they reach the Goalrilla G Trainer, a quick chest pass will be delivered and players will make a small v-cut movement out away from the G Trainer.… Read more »

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In this drill, the Goalrilla G Trainer is going to be positioned at the top of the free throw line and angled so it is facing the wing. Players will start positioned at the baseline (on the same side as the Goalrilla G Trainer is facing) and will dribble up the side of the key. Upon reaching the G Trainer, players will deliver a quick flair pass and will quickly sweep outside towards the three point line. Upon receiving the pass off of the G Trainer, players will quickly stop and pop up for the open three point jump shot.… Read more »

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The Goalrilla G Trainer is the ideal addition to any basketball practice session for coaches and players alike. With this basketball drill, players are going to use the Goalrilla G Trainer to work on the pass, sweep move and a three point jumper. With this basketball drill, players will start either to the left or right (under the basketball goal). The G Trainer will be positioned facing either the right or left, centered at the top of the three point line. The player will initially dribble towards the Trainer and upon reaching the three point wing (on either side) will… Read more »

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Team sports like basketball, used to require an equally dedicated team mate or coach to throw you passes in order for you to practice certain basketball drills. Now, thanks to the Goalrilla G Trainer, you can practice crucial basketball drills such as the pass, flare and sweep mid-range jump shot. The drill requires you to start at the baseline block area, make a subtle v-cut and run up the baseline to the elbow of the key. Traditionally, you would pass the basketball to another perimeter player and then quickly flare to the wing as the other player passes the ball… Read more »

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Sports training equipment is essential if you want your athletes to be the best athletes they can be. With basketball competition increasing every year, you need to use the best training equipment to stay competitive. The Goalrilla G Trainer: Solid Construction for Excellent Results Unlike a lot of other sports and basketball goal equipment that is available on the market, the Goalrilla G Trainer is constructed from only the highest quality materials. Tough, tear resistant polypropylene netting and stainless steel components help make the Goalrilla G Trainer nearly-indestructible. This means that any team can use the Goalrilla G Trainer again… Read more »

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When it comes to basketball practice drills, the Goalrilla G Trainer is the perfect piece of equipment for basketball coaches to utilize in any practice. In this training video, players are going to work on the reverse pivot, dribble drive towards the basketball goal. Using the Goalrilla G Trainer, players will start at the three point line. When they receive the pass off the trainer, the players will work on their transition steps and will make their way towards the basketball goal for an easy layup. The Goalrilla G Trainer is going to be set up at about the half… Read more »

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The Goalrilla G Trainer uses a simple net and frame design that utilizes a ball dampening system on one half and a rebounder on the other. The sturdy body and locking wheel mechanism on the Goalrilla G Trainer makes it very sturdy and eliminates the trainer from shuffling or moving around as you perform various basketball drills and exercises. Each side has its own benefits, but one thing about the trainer that is worth spotting is that you can use this to train yourself in many types of three-point shooting drills. The catch and react drill is one such option.… Read more »

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With the world of high school and college athletics becoming so competitive, smart athletes are searching for any way possible to gain an advantage over the stiff competition. With scholarships and draft status at stake, mastering their respective craft has to be a major priority for top student-athletes. Fortunately, the Goalrilla G Trainer is available to help athletes at every level train at virtually every sport imaginable. The G Trainer offers athletes a real chance to hone their skills even when they’re all alone. Basketball players used to need at least one other player with them to practice certain basketball… Read more »

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Using the Goalrilla G Trainer, this catch/sweep and shoot drill is a great one to practice during any basketball practice session. To run the drill, the Goalrilla G Trainer should be set up at the high wing and should be inline with the free throw line. Two cones will be set up at the opposite wing and the player is going to start with the basketball (directly below the basket) to commence the basketball drill. The player will dribble towards the cones and once reaching the cones, will deliver a chest pass to the Goalrilla G Trainer. The basketball player… Read more »

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