Product Overview
The First Team Astro Express Competition Volleyball System features uprights constructed from an external 3 ½ā outside diameter, ¼ā wall 6063 T-6 aluminum tube and a 3ā outside diameter 6061-T6 aluminum telescoping inner pole. A non-marking footpad is fitted to the bottom of the outer tube to prevent floor damage. The system allows for infinitely variable net height adjustment from a minimum of 78ā to 96ā using a single threaded release knob, with height settings clearly identified on the inner telescoping tube.
The net provided is one meter high, made from black polypropylene 3.5mm knotless woven webbing, and includes a Kevlar top rope and a polypropylene bottom rope. The top, bottom, and sides of the net are finished with white tarpaulin fabric with double stitched hemmed edges. Net tensioning is managed by a 26:1 ratio worm gear winch for the top, a ratcheting style tensioner for the bottom rope, and no less than two ratchet style rope tensioners per end for the side tapes which include internal dowels.
For player safety, top and bottom ropes are covered with no less than ½ā thick foam padding with a white vinyl cover. Each standard is padded to a minimum height of 72ā with 1 ½ā thick high-density foam, covered with vinyl available in customer's choice of 12 school colors. The system includes official boundary antennas and is certified to meet or exceed all NCAA, USVBA, NFHS, and FIVB requirements for competition. The entire Astro Express system weighs 130 lbs., with upright standards carrying a Lifetime Limited Warranty and all other components a 2-Year Limited Warranty.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Vertical Pole Material | External 3 ½ā outside diameter, ¼ā wall 6063 T-6 aluminum; inner 3ā outside diameter 6061-T6 aluminum telescoping pole |
| Vertical Pole Features | Non-marking footpad, pin/slot system to eliminate inner pole rotation and separation |
| Standard Weight | Non-winch approximately 30 lbs., winch end approximately 35 lbs. |
| Net Height | 1 meter |
| Net Material & Construction | Black polypropylene 3.5mm knotless woven webbing, Kevlar top rope, polypropylene bottom rope; white tarpaulin fabric finish with double stitched hemmed edges |
| Top Net Tensioning | 26:1 ratio worm gear winch with 2ā wide nylon webbing strap and non-removable folding handle; top rope rests in 4ā diameter steel pulley |
| Bottom Net Tensioning | Ratcheting style tensioner |
| Side Net Tensioning | Internal dowels, no less than two ratchet style rope tensioners per end |
| Height Adjustment | Infinitely variable from 78ā to 96ā, single threaded release knob, settings identified on inner tube |
| Rope Padding | No less than ½ā thick foam padding with white vinyl cover |
| Standard Padding | Minimum 72ā height, 1 ½ā thick high-density foam with vinyl cover (12 color options) |
| Included Accessories | Official boundary antennas |
| System Weight | 130 lbs. |
| Certifications | Meets or exceeds NCAA, USVBA, NFHS, FIVB competition requirements |
| Warranty | Upright standards Lifetime Limited Warranty; all other components 2-Year Limited Warranty |
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Court Configuration Single competition court | Court Configuration Side-by-side (two adjacent courts) | Court Configuration Single court; side-by-side (SBS) version offered | Court Configuration Side-by-side (two adjacent courts) |
Uprights 3½" OD ¼" wall 6063-T6 alum. over 3" 6061-T6 inner | Uprights 3½" OD ¼" wall 6063-T6 alum. over 3" 6061-T6 inner | Uprights 3½" OD ¼" wall 6063-T6 alum. over 3" 6061-T6 inner | Uprights 3½" OD ¼" wall 6063-T6 alum. over 3" 6061-T6 inner |
Upright Features Non-marking footpad; pin/slot stops rotation & separation | Upright Features Non-marking footpad; pin rides in machined slot | Upright Features Non-marking footpad; pin prevents rotation/separation | Upright Features Non-marking footpad |
Net 1 m black polypropylene 3.5mm knotless woven webbing | Net 1 m black polypropylene 3.5mm knotless woven webbing | Net 1 m black polypropylene 3.5mm knotless woven webbing | Net 1 m black polypropylene 3.5mm knotless woven webbing |
Height Adjustment Infinitely variable 78"-96", single threaded release knob | Height Adjustment Infinitely variable 78"-96", single threaded release knob | Height Adjustment Infinitely variable 78"-96", single threaded release knob | Height Adjustment Infinitely variable 78"-96", single threaded release knob |
Top Net Tensioning 26:1 worm gear winch, 2" strap, 4" steel pulley | Top Net Tensioning 26:1 worm gear winch, 2" strap, 4" steel pulley | Top Net Tensioning 26:1 worm gear winch, 2" strap, 4" steel pulley | Top Net Tensioning 26:1 worm gear winch with 2" nylon webbing strap |
Bottom & Side Tensioning Ratcheting bottom tensioner; 2+ side rope ratchets per end | Bottom & Side Tensioning Ratcheting bottom tensioner; 2+ side rope ratchets per end | Bottom & Side Tensioning Ratcheting bottom tensioner; 2+ side rope ratchets per end | Bottom & Side Tensioning Ratcheting bottom tensioner; 2+ side rope ratchets per end |
Padding 72" min. 1½" high-density post pads (12 colors); ½" rope pads | Padding 72" min. 1½" high-density post pads (12 colors); ½" rope pads | Padding 72" min. 1½" high-density post pads (12 colors); ½" rope pads | Padding 72" min. 1½" high-density post pads (12 colors); ½" rope pads |
Included Accessories Official boundary antennas | Included Accessories Extra nets, winch standards, center post pad, antennas, tensioners | Included Accessories Official boundary antennas | Included Accessories Extra winch standard, net, center post pad, antennas, tensioners |
Warranty Lifetime Limited on standards; 2-Year on other components | Warranty Lifetime Limited on standards; 2-Year on other components | Warranty Lifetime Limited on standards; 2-Year on other components | Warranty Lifetime Limited on standards; 2-Year on other components |
Ship Weight 130 lbs. | Ship Weight 190 lbs. | Ship Weight 130 lbs. | Ship Weight 190 lbs. |
Best for Schools wanting a competition-legal single-court aluminum volleyball system. | Best for Gyms running two side-by-side courts for practice or tournaments. | Best for Programs wanting a fully outfitted single-court package with antennas. | Best for Large field houses needing a complete side-by-side court setup. |
| $4,300.00 | $6,954.00 | $4,779.00 | $8,048.00 |
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Shipping & Returns
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60-DAY NO-HASSLE REFUNDS AND RETURNS
If thereās 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.