Commercial Basketball Hoops

Basketball Goals for Schools, Parks, Athletic Facilities, and More

BasketballGoalStore.com is proud to offer a wide array of options when it comes to commercial and institutional basketball hoops.

As with all commercial grade sports equipment, it’s important to make sure that the goals you’re considering meet certain safety standards put in place by the ASTM. Project coordinating is stressful enough, which is why we’re well versed on the latest standards, to give you one less thing to worry about. We also offer our best price guarantee, so you can rest assured that when we provide a quote, you’re getting the absolute best deal possible.

Considerations for Commercial Basketball Hoops

• Do you need an indoor or outdoor system?
• Does your system need to be electrically operated? To make space for volleyball courts, for example
• Will you need edge padding on basketball systems, to protect
• If you are looking at an outdoor application, have you considered the pros/cons of acrylic vs glass vs aluminum vs steel backboards?
• Do you need shot clocks, electronic scoreboards, or any other electronic accessories?
• Do you have access to an installation expert to help you with your project?

We can provide answers to all of these questions and more! Please feel free to either submit the form above or contact us at (800) 689-0281 to speak to a commercial basketball goal product expert.

Residential Vs. Commercial Basketball Goals

You might be wondering what makes a basketball goal system “commercial”, or what the difference is between a commercial basketball system and a residential. Technically speaking, there are no formal regulations when it comes to which basketball goals can be installed in a public setting vs. those that are installed on private residential properties. However, there are several important factors to consider when choosing a basketball system for a public area such as a park or neighborhood.

Fixed Height vs. Adjustable

For a commercial setting, we advise steering clear of adjustable goals. In an unsupervised play setting, a goal that can be lowered is more susceptible to damage. However, Goalrilla and Goalsetter in-ground goals do offer the ability to lock the goal at a specific height, a helpful feature to prevent unauthorized height changes. Fixed height basketball systems are also sometimes referred to as “gooseneck goals” as they have a single pole that curves to create overhang. As their name suggests, fixed height goals do not have the option to be raised or lowered. Most come in a standard 10’ rim height.

Overhang or “Safe Play”

Safe play is the distance from the goal’s post to the front of the backboard (also called extension, overhang, etc). The more distance there is the less likely you will hit the post during play. Most adjustable units have a backboard to post dimension (overhang) of 4′ or under. Goals used in commercial goals allow for up to 7′ standard overhang, which is ideal for an unsupervised play area.

Instructions and Installation

Most in-ground commercial basketball goals are “direct” bury and therefore are heavier to set up, whereas the adjustable systems have a plate mount. This makes setup easier and gives the owner the ability to move the goal to a new location by simply installing a new anchor. Goals intended for commercial settings also do not typically have the most user-friendly installation instructions, whereas Goalrilla and Goalsetter include very detailed instructions for homeowner installation.

The difference between residential and commercial comes down to which goals are recommended for unsupervised play in a commercial setting, and which goals are more suited for the home. As mentioned previously, these are just guidelines to keep in mind when purchasing a new basketball goal. If you have any questions, feel free to give us a call at (800) 689-0281. BasketballGoalStore.com has been proudly offering the best in residential and commercial basketball hoops for over 25 years. Our experts are standing by, ready to help you every step of the way.