First Team Legend Excel In Ground Basketball Hoop 42x72 Steel

Product Overview

In short

The First Team Legend Excel Basketball System features a 6" square steel pole and a 42" x 72" rectangular steel backboard, providing a 66" extension from the pole to the backboard. Rim height is adjustable from 6' to 10', and the entire system weighs approximately 530#, backed by a Lifetime Unconditional Warranty on the pole, backboard, and standard rim.

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The First Team Legend Excel Basketball System features a robust 6" square 3/16" wall steel vertical pole, designed for 48" burial in concrete and sealed with a watertight steel cap. The main 45-degree extension arm, also 6" square 3/16" wall steel, provides a 66" extension from the front of the pole to the backboard face. This arm attaches to the pole using two ½" thick steel plates and six 5/8" high strength bolts, allowing the rim height to be adjusted from 6' to 10'.

The system includes a 42"x 72" rectangular steel backboard with a 10 gauge steel skin, ¼" thick vertical struts, a white powdercoat finish, 2" orange border, and an official orange shooters square. The standard rim is fabricated from 3/16" backplates and sideplates, featuring a double 5/8" diameter high strength steel hoop, all powdercoated orange. A netlocking system supports both nylon and chain nets, with a nylon net included.

Direct rim mounting to the pole ensures weight suspended from the rim is transferred directly to the main structure. All steel pole components are welded using maximum penetration, continuous weld, MIG procedure, and finished with a polyester powder-coated black finish. The entire system has an approximate weight of 530# and comes with a Lifetime Unconditional Warranty covering the pole, backboard, and standard rim.

Specifications

Specification	Value
Vertical Pole	6" square, 3/16" wall steel tubing, welded watertight steel cap, polyester powder-coated black finish
Pole Installation	Bury 48" in concrete
Extension Arms	Main: 6" square, 3/16" wall steel tubing (45 degree); Secondary: 4" square, 1/8" wall tube
Base-to-Backboard Extension	66" (from pole front to backboard face)
Arm-to-Pole Connection	Two ½" thick steel plates (one welded, one crimp) sandwiched around 6" pole, secured with six 5/8" high strength bolts
Height Adjustment	Adjustable from 6' to 10'
Construction Welding	All steel components: maximum penetration, continuous weld, MIG procedure
Backboard	42" x 72" rectangular, 10 gauge steel skin with ¼" thick vertical struts, white powdercoat finish, 2" orange border, official orange shooters square
Backboard Mounting	¼" thick mounting plate extends full height of backboard, mounted at four places top and bottom to pole
Rim / Goal	Standard rim: 3/16" backplates and sideplates (fully welded), double 5/8" diameter high strength steel hoop (welded at minimum six places), powdercoated orange
Rim-to-Pole Mounting	Four high strength steel bolts pass through rim, backboard, and pole for direct weight transfer
Net System	Netlocking system (supports nylon or chain nets), nylon net included
System Weight	Approx. 530#
Warranty	Lifetime Unconditional Warranty (Pole, backboard, and standard rim)
Origin	Made in USA

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Rim Standard double 5/8" ring, 6+ welds	Rim Standard double 5/8" ring, 3/16" plates, 6+ welds	Rim Standard double 5/8" ring, 6+ welds	Rim Flexible breakaway, compression spring, 5/8" ring	Rim Flexible breakaway, spring with steel coverplate	Rim Standard double 5/8" ring, 3/16" plates, 6+ welds
Net system Netlocking for nylon or chain; nylon net included	Net system Netlocking for nylon or chain; nylon net included	Net system Netlocking for nylon or chain; nylon net included	Net system —	Net system —	Net system Netlocking for nylon or chain; nylon net included
Vertical pole 6" square, 3/16" wall steel, 3/8" plate, 4 gussets	Vertical pole 6" square, 3/16" wall steel, welded watertight cap	Vertical pole 6" square, 3/16" wall steel, 3/8" plate, 4 gussets	Vertical pole 6" square, 3/16" wall steel, welded watertight cap	Vertical pole 6" square, 3/16" wall steel, welded watertight cap	Vertical pole 6" square, 3/16" wall steel, welded watertight cap
Installation Bolt-down, 5-bolt anchor system	Installation Direct bury 48" in concrete	Installation Bolt-down, 5-bolt anchor system	Installation Direct bury 48" in concrete	Installation Direct bury 48" in concrete	Installation Direct bury 48" in concrete
Extension arm & reach One 45° 6" arm + 4" secondary; 66" extension	Extension arm & reach One 45° 6" arm + 4" secondary; 66" extension	Extension arm & reach One 45° 6" arm + 4" secondary; 66" extension	Extension arm & reach One 45° 6" arm + 4" secondary; 66" extension	Extension arm & reach One 45° 6" arm + 4" secondary; 66" extension	Extension arm & reach One 45° 6" arm + 4" secondary; min. 66" extension
Rim height setting —	Rim height setting Set anywhere from 6' to 10' at installation	Rim height setting —	Rim height setting —	Rim height setting Set anywhere from 6' to 10' at installation	Rim height setting Set anywhere from 6' to 10' at installation
Warranty Lifetime Superior: pole, backboard, standard rim	Warranty Lifetime Unconditional: pole, backboard, standard rim	Warranty Lifetime Superior: pole, backboard, standard rim	Warranty Lifetime Unconditional: pole, backboard, standard rim	Warranty Lifetime Superior: pole, backboard, standard rim	Warranty Lifetime Unconditional: pole, backboard, standard rim
Origin Made in USA	Origin Made in USA	Origin Made in USA	Origin Made in USA	Origin Made in USA	Origin Made in USA
Availability In stock - ready to ship	Availability In stock - ready to ship	Availability In stock - ready to ship	Availability In stock - ready to ship	Availability In stock - ready to ship	Availability In stock - ready to ship
Ship Weight 666 lbs	Ship Weight 530 lbs	Ship Weight 684 lbs	Ship Weight 470 lbs	Ship Weight 540 lbs	Ship Weight 440 lbs
Best for Public sites bolting a graffiti-resistant steel system to concrete.	Best for Parks and schools wanting a full-size 42" x 72" steel board on a bury-mount pole.	Best for Bolt-down installs wanting the Excel arm and standard rim package.	Best for Outdoor courts wanting a glass-look acrylic board with breakaway rim.	Best for Competitive outdoor play demanding true tempered glass rebound.	Best for Coastal or humid sites needing a rust-resistant aluminum backboard.
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Shipping & Returns

We offer standard 1-5 business day shipping (following dispatch) via LTL Freight, FedEx, UPS, DHL, or USPS. Orders typically process in 1-2 business days (starting the following business day). Shipping rates are usually calculated at checkout; however, we reserve the right to provide custom shipping quotes for oversized or specialized equipment.

60-DAY NO-HASSLE REFUNDS AND RETURNS

If there’s an issue with your product, we make refunds and returns quick and easy.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. To contact us, email info@joysportstore.com

More information on shipping and returns can be found here.

Warranty

Lifetime Unconditional Warranty

Every First Team product is backed by First Team's warranty program. This model carries the warranty noted above. Here is what First Team's warranty tiers cover:

Limited Warranty - covers damage during normal, intended use. Excludes vandalism and deliberate damage. Normal wear from weathering or UV exposure is not covered; all painted items carry a 1-year limited warranty on coating.
Superior Warranty - additionally covers any damage or failure caused by basketball activity or contact with the unit, including deliberate hanging on the rim. Vandalism excluded.
Unconditional Warranty - the broadest tier: covers any damage or failure that occurs for any reason.
Manufacturer's Defect - all products are warranted against manufacturer's defects at delivery.

Warranties apply to the original purchaser only and are non-transferable; coverage ends on resale or transfer. Residential-only products are not covered for non-residential use.

Frequently asked questions

What is the height adjustment range for the rim?

The rim height is adjustable from 6' to 10'.

What are the dimensions and material of the backboard?

The backboard is 42"x 72" rectangular steel with a 10 gauge steel skin and ¼" thick vertical struts.

What type of warranty does the system include?

The pole, backboard, and standard rim carry a Lifetime Unconditional Warranty.

Is JoySportStore an authorized First Team dealer?

Yes. JoySportStore is an authorized First Team dealer, so every unit ships brand-new with the full First Team manufacturer warranty and factory-backed support.

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What is the height adjustment range for the rim?

What are the dimensions and material of the backboard?

What type of warranty does the system include?

Is JoySportStore an authorized First Team dealer?

Excellent

Trustpilot

Prices are fair

Everything as described

We bought baseball machine and start…

I got additionall padding for free for…

Basketball hoop with small gift

Great basketball store