Product Overview
The First Team VersiChamp Nitro is a wall-mounted basketball goal system designed for permanent installation on support walls. The FT1992 VERSISTRUT wall bracket is constructed of fully welded 0.25" thick steel with Grade 5 zinc-plated hardware and black powder coat finish. Installation requires mounting to three 2" x 8" Dense Southern Yellow Pine wallboards that are routed on all sides and sealed with clear coat, with two 45-degree turnbuckles providing structural support.
The system features adjustable 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" tubing extension arms that position the rim at a minimum 18" from the post face to backboard. Height adjustment is accomplished in six-inch increments from 10 feet down to 7 1/2 feet using a pole or broom handle to release the adjustment mechanism, with a spring-mounted counterweight system to reduce operator effort. The rim mounts directly through the backboard to the extension arm, minimizing backboard stress.
The backboard measures approximately 60" wide by 36" high and is constructed of 1/4" clear tempered glass with bright white ceramic markings. The institutional-quality rim features a 5/8" diameter high-strength steel ring with a 3/16" supporting brace, flexible spring action via compression wire spring, and orange powder coat finish. The complete system weighs approximately 315# and includes a Lifetime Limited Warranty on the strut, backboard, and standard rim.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | VersiChamp Nitro Basketball System |
| Wall Mount Bracket Model | FT1992 VERSISTRUT |
| Bracket Construction | 100% fully welded |
| Bracket Finish | Black powder coat paint |
| Hardware Grade | Grade 5 zinc plated |
| Wall Support Boards | 3 pieces, 2" x 8" Dense Southern Yellow Pine |
| Wall Boards Finish | Clear coat sealant |
| Wall Boards Edge Treatment | Routed on four sides |
| Support Structure | Two turnbuckles extending at roughly 45 degree angle from top wallboard |
| Extension Arms Material | 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" tubing |
| Extension Arms Type | Adjustable |
| Minimum Extension Distance | 18" from front of post to face of backboard |
| Rim Height Range | Adjustable from 10' down to 7 1/2' |
| Height Adjustment Increments | Six inch increments |
| Height Adjustment Method | Pole or broom handle to release adjustment mechanism |
| Spring Assist | One spring mounted in extension assembly to counteract backboard and rim weight |
| Backboard Material | 1/4" thick clear tempered glass |
| Backboard Markings | Bright white ceramic markings fired into glass |
| Backboard Framework | Clear anodized aluminum "L" type extrusions |
| Backboard Width | Approximately 60" |
| Backboard Height | Approximately 36" |
| Rim Type | Flexible type with spring action |
| Rim Spring | Heavy duty compression wire spring |
| Rim Cover Plate | Steel cover plate enclosing entire internal mechanism |
| Rim Structural Components Minimum Material | No less than 3/16" steel |
| Rim Quality Level | Institutional quality |
| Rim Diameter | Official 5/8" diameter high strength steel ring |
| Rim Brace | 3/16" brace supporting 60% of the ring |
| Rim Mount Pattern Options | 3" x 4" or 5" x 5" hole pattern |
| Rim Finish | Orange powder coated |
| System Weight | Approximately 315# |
| Warranty - Strut | Lifetime Limited Warranty |
| Warranty - Backboard | Lifetime Limited Warranty |
| Warranty - Standard Rim | Lifetime Limited Warranty |
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Backboard 3/8 in. acrylic with bright white screening | Backboard 1/2 in. acrylic with bright white screening | Backboard 1/4 in. clear tempered glass, fired ceramic markings | Backboard 1/4 in. clear tempered glass, fired ceramic markings | Backboard 1/4 in. smoked tempered glass, fired ceramic markings | Backboard 1/4 in. smoked tempered glass, fired ceramic markings |
Backboard Size 48 in. W x 36 in. H | Backboard Size 60 in. W x 36 in. H | Backboard Size 54 in. W x 36 in. H | Backboard Size 60 in. W x 36 in. H | Backboard Size 60 in. W x 36 in. H | Backboard Size 60 in. W x 36 in. H |
Rim / Goal Flexible institutional; 5/8 in. ring; 18 in. I.D. | Rim / Goal Flexible institutional; 5/8 in. ring; 3/16 in. brace | Rim / Goal Flexible institutional; 5/8 in. ring; 3/16 in. brace | Rim / Goal Flexible institutional; 5/8 in. ring; 3/16 in. brace | Rim / Goal Flexible institutional; 5/8 in. ring; 3/16 in. brace | Rim / Goal Flexible institutional; 5/8 in. ring; 18 in. I.D. |
Vertical Pole One-piece 4 in. square, 11-gauge, vinyl cap | Vertical Pole One-piece 4 in. square, 11-gauge, vinyl cap | Vertical Pole One-piece 4 in. square, 11-gauge, vinyl cap | Vertical Pole One-piece 4 in. square, 11-gauge, vinyl cap | Vertical Pole One-piece 4 in. square, 11-gauge, vinyl cap | Vertical Pole One-piece 4 in. square, 11-gauge, vinyl cap |
Mounting / Base In-ground: 36 in. bury in concrete | Mounting / Base In-ground: 36 in. bury in concrete | Mounting / Base In-ground: 36 in. bury in concrete | Mounting / Base In-ground: 36 in. bury in concrete | Mounting / Base In-ground: 36 in. bury in concrete | Mounting / Base Portable HDPE tank, 400 lbs sand, 4 in. wheels |
Extension from Post Min. 18 in. to backboard face at 10 ft | Extension from Post Min. 18 in. to backboard face at 10 ft | Extension from Post Min. 18 in. to backboard face at 10 ft | Extension from Post Min. 18 in. to backboard face at 10 ft | Extension from Post Min. 18 in. to backboard face | Extension from Post Min. 18 in. to backboard face at 10 ft |
Height Adjustment 10 ft to 7 ft 6 in., 6 in. increments, handle release | Height Adjustment 10 ft to 7 ft 6 in., 6 in. increments, handle release | Height Adjustment 10 ft to 7 ft 6 in., 6 in. increments, handle release | Height Adjustment 10 ft to 7 ft 6 in., 6 in. increments, handle release | Height Adjustment 10 ft to 7 ft 6 in., 6 in. increments, handle release | Height Adjustment 10 ft to 7 ft 6 in., 6 in. increments, handle release |
Adjustment Assist One spring, one-person adjustment | Adjustment Assist Two springs counteract board and rim weight | Adjustment Assist Two springs | Adjustment Assist Two springs | Adjustment Assist Two springs, one-person adjustment | Adjustment Assist One spring in extension arms |
Warranty Lifetime Limited: pole, backboard, standard rim | Warranty Lifetime Limited: pole, backboard, standard rim | Warranty Lifetime Superior: pole, backboard, standard rim | Warranty Lifetime Superior: pole, backboard, standard rim | Warranty Lifetime Superior: pole, backboard, standard rim | Warranty Lifetime Limited: pole, backboard, standard rim |
Origin Made in USA | Origin Made in USA | Origin — | Origin — | Origin — | Origin Made in USA |
Ship Weight Approx. 150 lbs | Ship Weight Approx. 170 lbs | Ship Weight Approx. 170 lbs | Ship Weight Approx. 170 lbs | Ship Weight Approx. 170 lbs | Ship Weight Approx. 378 lbs |
Best for Budget-minded families needing a permanent 48 in. in-ground hoop. | Best for Homeowners wanting a 60 in. board without glass pricing. | Best for Tighter driveways that still want real tempered glass. | Best for Serious players wanting full-size 60 in. tempered glass in-ground. | Best for Driveways wanting a pro look with smoked glass and Superior warranty. | Best for Portable buyers who want the premium smoked glass look. |
| $1,721.00 $1,619.00 | $1,857.00 $1,770.00 | $1,740.00 $1,719.00 | $1,899.00 $1,867.00 | $1,992.00 $1,933.00 | $2,694.00 $2,615.00 |
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Shipping & Returns
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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 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.