Product Overview
The First Team Thunder Ultra Portable Basketball Goal features a main angular upright of 3"x5" x 3/16 gauge steel tubing and a horizontal extension arm of 2"x4" x 11 gauge steel, providing a minimum 48" setback. The "EZ-Crank" worm-gear system allows infinite height adjustment from 10' down to 6'6". The base is all steel, primarily 3/16" and 11 gage, measuring 48" across the front, designed to accept 690 lbs. of cement blocks (ballast not included) for stability during play.
The unit is equipped with a 3/8" thick tempered glass backboard, approximately 54" wide by 36" high, set within a clear anodized aluminum frame. It includes an institutional quality, flexible rim with a 5/8" diameter ring and 18" I.D. opening, finished in orange powder coat, designed for direct mounting to the extension arm to eliminate backboard stress during "dunking." For portability, it utilizes six 4" non-marking wheels, with front wheels easily lowered or retracted using a crank handle for one-person positioning. The system includes 2" thick foam padding on 7/16" wafer board, covered with a 14 oz reinforced vinyl laminate, and all surfaces are powdercoat black with the inner telescoping member zinc plated silver.
The entire system has an approximate weight of 850# and is covered by a Lifetime Limited Warranty.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Vertical Pole | Main angular upright 3"x5" x 3/16 gauge steel tubing; Inner telescoping member 2"x4" x 11 gauge steel tubing, zinc plated silver |
| Extension Arms | Horizontal arm 2"x4"x 11 gauge material, collapsible; Supported by two tubular braces |
| Base-to-Backboard Extension | Minimum 48" setback from backboard to base (rim at 10') |
| Base Construction | All steel construction, primarily 3/16" and 11 gage formed steel; Front measures 48" across; Front foot pads for stability |
| Ballast Capacity | Designed to accept (23) 4"x 8"x 16" solid cement blocks (30 lbs. each, 690 lbs. total); Ballast not included |
| Mobility | Six 4" non-marking wheels; Front two wheels lower/retract with crank handle for one-person positioning |
| Height Adjustment | "EZ-Crank" worm-gear system; Infinitely adjustable from 10' down to 6'6" |
| Padding | 2" thick foam padding on 7/16" wafer board, covered with 14 oz reinforced vinyl laminate; Secured with 5/16 machine bolts; Colors available |
| Finish | Powdercoat black finish on all surfaces; Inner telescoping member zinc plated silver |
| Backboard | 3/8" thick tempered glass with bright white fire impregnated ceramic screening |
| Backboard Frame | Clear anodized aluminum "F" type extrusions |
| Backboard Size | Approximately 54" wide x 36" high |
| Rim / Goal | Flexible, institutional quality, 5/8" diameter ring, 18" I.D. opening, orange powder coated finish; Direct mounts to extension arm; Designed for "dunking" |
| Net | Heavy-duty nylon net provided |
| System Weight | Approximately 850# |
| Warranty | Lifetime Limited Warranty |
| Origin | Made in USA |
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Rim / Goal Flexible institutional, 5/8 in. ring, 18 in. I.D., orange | Rim / Goal Flexible institutional, 5/8 in. ring, 18 in. I.D., orange | Rim / Goal Flexible institutional, 5/8 in. ring, 18 in. I.D., orange | Rim / Goal Flexible institutional, 5/8 in. ring, 18 in. I.D., orange | Rim / Goal Flexible institutional, 5/8 in. ring, 18 in. I.D., orange |
Upright 3x5 in. 3/16 ga main; 2x4 in. 11 ga telescoping | Upright 3x5 in. 3/16 ga angular main; 2x4 in. 11 ga telescoping | Upright 3x5 in. 3/16 ga angular main; 2x4 in. 11 ga telescoping | Upright 3x5 in. 3/16 ga main; 2x4 in. 11 ga telescoping | Upright 3x5 in. 3/16 ga main; 2x4 in. 11 ga telescoping |
Extension Arm & Setback 2x4 in. 11 ga collapsible, two braces; 48 in. min setback | Extension Arm & Setback 2x4 in. 11 ga collapsible, two braces; 48 in. min setback | Extension Arm & Setback 2x4 in. 11 ga collapsible, direct rim mount; 48 in. setback | Extension Arm & Setback 2x4 in. 11 ga collapsible, two braces; 48 in. min setback | Extension Arm & Setback 2x4 in. 11 ga collapsible; 48 in. min setback |
Height Adjustment EZ-Crank worm gear, infinite 10 ft. to 6 ft. 6 in. | Height Adjustment EZ-Crank worm gear, infinite 10 ft. to 6 ft. 6 in. | Height Adjustment EZ-Crank worm gear, infinite 10 ft. to 6 ft. 6 in. | Height Adjustment EZ-Crank worm gear, infinite 10 ft. to 6 ft. 6 in. | Height Adjustment EZ-Crank worm gear, infinite 10 ft. to 6 ft. 6 in. |
Base & Ballast All-steel 3/16 & 11 ga, 48 in. front; 23 blocks (690 lbs.) | Base & Ballast All-steel 3/16 & 11 ga, 48 in. front; 23 blocks (690 lbs.) | Base & Ballast All-steel 3/16 & 11 ga, 48 in. front; 23 blocks (690 lbs.) | Base & Ballast All-steel 3/16 & 11 ga, 48 in. front; 23 blocks (690 lbs.) | Base & Ballast All-steel 3/16 & 11 ga, 48 in. front; 23 blocks (690 lbs.) |
Padding 2 in. foam on wafer board, 14 oz. vinyl, bolt-secured | Padding 2 in. foam on wafer board, 14 oz. vinyl, colors available | Padding 2 in. foam on wafer board, 14 oz. reinforced vinyl | Padding 2 in. foam, 14 oz. vinyl, stays on during adjustment | Padding 2 in. foam base & upright pads, 14 oz. vinyl, colors |
Mobility Six 4 in. non-marking wheels, crank front wheels, foot pads | Mobility Six 4 in. non-marking wheels, crank front wheels, foot pads | Mobility Six 4 in. non-marking wheels, one-person crank handle | Mobility Six 4 in. non-marking wheels, crank front wheels, foot pads | Mobility Six 4 in. non-marking wheels, crank front wheels/foot pads |
Warranty & Origin Lifetime Limited; Made in USA | Warranty & Origin Lifetime Limited; Made in USA | Warranty & Origin Lifetime Limited; Made in USA | Warranty & Origin Lifetime Superior Warranty | Warranty & Origin Lifetime Superior Warranty |
Ship Weight 810 lbs | Ship Weight 850 lbs | Ship Weight 855 lbs | Ship Weight 980 lbs | Ship Weight 1060 lbs |
Best for Rec centers and camps wanting an affordable portable with acrylic board. | Best for Programs upgrading to real tempered glass in a compact 54 in. board. | Best for Middle schools and clubs needing glass performance at practice size. | Best for Gyms wanting full 72 in. competition-size board on a budget. | Best for High schools and arenas requiring full-size 1/2 in. glass main courts. |
| $8,304.00 $8,059.00 | $8,665.00 $8,260.00 | $8,873.00 $8,459.00 | $8,986.00 $8,720.00 | $9,277.00 $8,922.00 |
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Shipping & Returns
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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 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.