First Team RuffNeck Intensity Fixed Height Basketball Goal

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The RuffNeck Intensity Basketball System features a 4 ½” O.D. RS40 zinc flow coated steel pole with a 48” setback from post to backboard and a 48” bury depth. It includes a 42”x72” rectangular aluminum backboard with a white powder coat finish, and a double 5/8” diameter high strength steel rim that is powdercoated orange. The pole, backboard, and standard rim are covered by a 20-Year Limited Warranty, and the entire system weighs approximately 275#.

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The RuffNeck Intensity Basketball System is built with a vertical pole constructed from 4 ½” O.D. RS40 zinc flow coated steel tubing, featuring a 7 ga. wall thickness. This pole is designed for a 48” bury into the ground and provides a 48” setback from the post to the backboard. Two 1” round galvanized tubular braces support the top corners of the backboard and connect directly to the pole, ensuring the rim mounts directly through the backboard into the horizontal extension to eliminate backboard stress during play.

The backboard is a 42”x72” rectangular aluminum design, with a 10 gauge skin and a ¼” rear support strap structure. Its formed corners and edges are fully welded and ground for safety, and the face is coated with white powder coat. The backboard face is punched throughout with 3/8” holes, excluding a 2” border and the shooters square area, and accepts rims with a 5”x5” hole pattern. This backboard is manufactured in the USA.

The standard rim is fabricated from 3/16” fully welded backplates and sideplates, featuring a double 5/8” diameter, high strength steel hoop welded at a minimum of six places. The entire rim is powdercoated orange. Nets are attached via a continuous netlocking system made of 3/16”x 1” steel with punched slots, which facilitates the use of either nylon or chain nets; a nylon net is included. The entire system's approximate weight is 275#, and the pole, backboard, and standard rim carry a 20-Year Limited Warranty.

Specifications

Specification	Value
Vertical Pole	4 ½” O.D. RS40 zinc flow coated steel tubing, 7 ga. wall thickness
Pole Installation	48” bury into the ground
Base-to-Backboard Extension	48” setback from post to backboard
Extension Arms	Two 1” round galvanized tubular braces
Rim Mounting Design	Rim mounts directly through backboard into horizontal extension to eliminate backboard stress
Backboard Size	42”x72”
Backboard Material/Construction	Rectangular aluminum, 10 gauge skin, ¼” rear support strap structure, fully welded and ground corners/edges
Backboard Finish/Features	White powder coat, punched throughout with 3/8” holes (except 2” border and shooters square area), accepts rims with 5”x5” hole pattern
Backboard Origin	Manufactured in the USA
Standard Rim Construction	Fabricated from 3/16” backplates and sideplates fully welded; double 5/8” diameter, high strength steel welded together at a minimum of six places
Standard Rim Finish	Powdercoated orange
Net Attachment System	Continuous netlocking system constructed of 3/16”x 1” steel with punched slots
Included Net Type	Nylon net
System Weight	Approximately 275#
Warranty	20-Year Limited Warranty (Pole, backboard, and standard rim)

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Backboard 42"x72" rectangular steel	Backboard 42"x60" rectangular steel, 11 gauge	Backboard 39"x54" fan-shaped fiberglass, 1 5/8" thick	Backboard 42" x 60" rectangular	Backboard 42"x72" rectangular aluminum	Backboard 42" x 72" rectangular
Backboard build & finish 11 ga. skin, 1/4" vertical struts, white powder coat	Backboard build & finish 42x60 rectangular steel backboard, white powder coat finish	Backboard build & finish Fiberglass laminates, pressed-wood core, gel-coat border	Backboard build & finish Aluminum, 10 ga. skin, 1/4" vertical struts	Backboard build & finish 10 ga. skin, 1/4" rear straps, punched 3/8" holes	Backboard build & finish Steel (FT265 board)
Rim type Standard fixed rim	Rim type Flexible rim with heavy duty compression spring	Rim type Standard fixed rim	Rim type White powder coat, official orange shooters square	Rim type Standard fixed rim	Rim type —
Rim construction 3/16" plates, double 5/8" steel, 6+ welds, orange	Rim construction 5/8" ring, 3/16" brace on 60% of ring, 3/16" steel parts	Rim construction 3/16" plates, double 5/8" steel, 6+ welds, orange	Rim construction Double 5/8" steel, 3/16" plates, welded 6+ places	Rim construction 3/16" plates, double 5/8" steel, 6+ welds, orange	Rim construction FT172D unbreakable fixed goal
Net system Continuous netlock 3/16"x1" steel; nylon net included	Net system —	Net system Continuous netlock; nylon or chain, nylon included	Net system Through backboard into horizontal extension	Net system Continuous netlock 3/16"x1" steel; nylon net included	Net system Direct mount through backboard into post
Extension (setback) 48"	Extension (setback) 60"	Extension (setback) 48"	Extension (setback) Continuous netlocking system; nylon net included	Extension (setback) 48"	Extension (setback) —
Backboard braces & rim mount Two 1" galvanized braces; rim mounts through board	Backboard braces & rim mount Two 1" round galvanized tubular braces	Backboard braces & rim mount Two 1" galvanized braces; rim mounts through board	Backboard braces & rim mount 4 1/2" O.D. RS40 zinc-coated steel, 7 ga., 48" bury	Backboard braces & rim mount Two 1" galvanized braces; rim mounts through board	Backboard braces & rim mount 4 1/2" O.D. Sch. 40 galvanized steel, 48" bury
Pole & bury depth 4 1/2" O.D. RS40 zinc-coated steel, 7 ga.; 48" bury	Pole & bury depth 4 1/2" O.D. RS40 zinc-coated steel, 7 ga.; 48" bury	Pole & bury depth 4 1/2" O.D. RS40 zinc-coated steel, 7 ga.; 48" bury	Pole & bury depth 60" setback; two 1" galvanized tubular braces	Pole & bury depth 4 1/2" O.D. RS40 zinc-coated steel, 7 ga.; 48" bury	Pole & bury depth 48" setback; nose-cone design, two tubular braces
Warranty 20-year limited (pole, backboard, standard rim)	Warranty 20-year limited (pole, backboard, standard rim)	Warranty 20-year limited (pole, backboard, standard rim)	Warranty 20-Year Limited (pole, backboard, standard rim)	Warranty 20-year limited (pole, backboard, standard rim)	Warranty Lifetime Limited
Origin Made in USA	Origin Made in USA	Origin Made in USA	Origin Made in USA	Origin Backboard manufactured in the 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 350 lbs	Ship Weight 290 lbs	Ship Weight 240 lbs	Ship Weight 275 lbs	Ship Weight 275 lbs	Ship Weight 350 lbs
Best for High-traffic playgrounds needing a full-size steel board.	Best for Public courts needing extra 60-inch clearance behind the baseline.	Best for Budget-minded buyers wanting a fan-shaped fiberglass board.	Best for Public courts wanting a mid-size aluminum board with reinforced struts.	Best for Windy sites needing a perforated full-size aluminum board.	Best for Parks and playgrounds wanting a vandal-resistant steel backboard on a heavy in-ground pole.
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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

Pole, backboard, and standard rim shall carry a 20-Year Limited 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 are the key specifications of the vertical pole?

The vertical pole is constructed of 4 ½” O.D. RS40 zinc flow coated steel tubing with a 7 ga. wall thickness, designed for a 48” bury into the ground and a 48” setback from post to backboard.

What are the dimensions and material of the backboard?

The backboard is 42”x72” rectangular aluminum, with a 10 gauge skin and a ¼” rear support strap structure, and is coated with white powder coat.

What type of rim is included and how is the net attached?

The standard rim is double 5/8” diameter, high strength steel, powdercoated orange, and includes a continuous netlocking system constructed of 3/16”x 1” steel with punched slots for attaching nets; a nylon net is included.

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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