Skip to content
Flag FREE SHIPPING ON SELECTED BRANDS & NO SALES TAX FREE SHIPPING & NO SALES TAX
Tag Take $100 Off Orders Over $2000! | CODE $100 OFF CODE WELCOME

Douglas Aluminum Ground Sleeves, 24" Long for 3" SQ Posts

Original price $69.00 - Original price $69.00
Original price
$69.00
$69.00 - $69.00
Current price $69.00
In stock
SKU: 63172
Promo Icon

$100 OFF ALL ORDERS $2000 & UP

Use code “WELCOME” at checkout

NEED HELP? CALL US +(307) 441-9801

Promo Icon
Product Overview
In short
These are aluminum ground sleeves measuring 24 in. long, designed for 3 in. square posts used with Douglas Premier SQ Tennis Posts or the Douglas 3 in. SQ Volleyball System (VBS-3SQ). They are sold per pair and weigh 5.000 lbs.
✓ Authorized Douglas Dealer — ships brand-new with the full factory warranty

The Douglas Aluminum Ground Sleeves are built for permanent in-ground installation of 3 in. square posts, providing a durable aluminum housing that supports Douglas Premier SQ tennis posts and the 3 in. SQ Volleyball System (VBS-3SQ).

Each sleeve measures 24 in. in length to accommodate all 3 in. square posts, and they are sold as a pair for a complete post installation. If posts need to be removed for seasonal storage, T-Plugs are recommended to keep the sleeves protected and free of debris. A 24 in. black steel version is also available as an alternative to the aluminum construction.

Specifications
SpecificationValue
MaterialAluminum
Length24 in.
Compatible Post Size3 in. SQ posts
Compatible SystemsDouglas Premier SQ Tennis Posts, Douglas 3 in. SQ Volleyball System (VBS-3SQ)
Weight5.000 lbs
Sold AsPair
SKU63172
CategoryGround Sleeves
Compare Douglas models
PVC Round 24
Alum. Round 24
Galv. Round 24
Alum. 4in SQ 24
Sand Steel 36
Steel SQ 42
Material
PVC
Material
Aluminum
Material
Galvanized steel
Material
Aluminum
Material
Steel
Material
Steel
Length
24 in.
Length
24 in.
Length
24 in.
Length
24 in.
Length
36 in.
Length
42 in.
Post Profile
Round
Post Profile
Round
Post Profile
Round
Post Profile
Square
Post Profile
Square
Post Profile
Square
Fits Post Size
2-7/8 in. OD
Fits Post Size
2-7/8 in. OD
Fits Post Size
3 in. OD round posts
Fits Post Size
4 in. SQ posts
Fits Post Size
3 in. SQ posts
Fits Post Size
3.5 in. SQ posts
Size Options
Size Options
Size Options
Size Options
Size Options
Size Options
Collars Included
Collars Included
Collars Included
Collars Included
Collars Included
Yes — collars for sand volleyball
Collars Included
End Plugs Included
End plugs
End Plugs Included
PVC end plugs
End Plugs Included
PVC end plugs
End Plugs Included
End Plugs Included
End Plugs Included
Sold As
Pair
Sold As
Pair
Sold As
Pair
Sold As
Sold As
Pairs
Sold As
Primary Application
New construction ground sleeves
Primary Application
POP tennis / round net post installs
Primary Application
Round net post installations
Primary Application
Volleyball
Primary Application
Sand volleyball
Primary Application
Volleyball
Color / Finish
Color / Finish
Color / Finish
Galvanized
Color / Finish
Color / Finish
Black
Color / Finish
Black
Ship Weight
5 lbs
Ship Weight
8 lbs
Ship Weight
10 lbs
Ship Weight
10 lbs
Ship Weight
52 lbs
Ship Weight
67 lbs
Best for
New construction projects seeking the most economical round sleeve option.
Best for
Courts with 2-7/8 in. round posts wanting corrosion-resistant aluminum sleeves.
Best for
Installations using 3 in. OD round posts that need heavier galvanized sleeves.
Best for
Indoor or hard-court volleyball setups using 4 in. square posts.
Best for
Beach courts needing deep steel sleeves with collars for 3 in. square posts.
Best for
Deep-set installations for 3.5 in. square volleyball posts.
$69.00$69.00$79.00$99.00$229.00$339.00
Check ›Check ›Check ›Check ›Check ›Check ›
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

Douglas Industries, Inc. (Eldridge, Iowa) backs its equipment with the Douglas® Standard Limited Warranty against defects in material and factory workmanship. Coverage length depends on the product line — where a specific period is listed above, that period applies to this model. Douglas warranty periods run as follows:

  • Limited Lifetime – gooseneck basketball posts with 6' extension.
  • 25 years – gooseneck basketball posts with 4' extension.
  • 10 years – gooseneck posts with 3' extension; pro-rated structural warranty on Bakko and steel/aluminum backboards (1 year on the Imron® finish); selected post and net systems.
  • 7 years – Douglas® MAX batting tunnel frames (with proper installation and normal use).
  • 5 years – standard Douglas® batting tunnel frames, most tennis / volleyball / pickleball post systems and Premier™ posts; 5-year fade warranty on Sunbrella® canvas.
  • 4 years – VCP MAX windscreen mesh, #420 knotless pylon netting and other netting lines; fabrics are warranted pro-rata for 3–4 years against material defects and poor workmanship.
  • 3 years – selected fabric and netting products.
  • 2 years – selected hardware and padding.
  • 1 year – accessories, replacement parts and paint / finish coverage.

Digital printing on windscreen and vinyl products carries the same warranty as the underlying windscreen or vinyl material.

Not covered: improper installation, use other than intended, unauthorized alterations, abuse or misuse, normal wear, and damage from fire, flood, wind, lightning or leaving products outdoors beyond their intended seasonal use. As an authorized Douglas dealer, JoySportStore files warranty claims directly with the manufacturer on your behalf.

Frequently asked questions

What posts are these ground sleeves compatible with?

They fit all 3 in. square posts, including the Douglas Premier SQ Tennis Posts and the Douglas 3 in. SQ Volleyball System (VBS-3SQ).

Do I need anything else for storage when removing the posts?

Yes, T-Plugs are recommended if the posts are going to be taken out of the ground for storage.

How are these ground sleeves sold?

They are sold per pair and weigh 5.000 lbs total.

Is JoySportStore an authorized Douglas dealer?

Yes. JoySportStore is an authorized Douglas dealer, so every product ships brand-new from the Douglas factory in Eldridge, Iowa with the full Douglas warranty and factory-backed support.