First Team Astro Express

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$4,300.00 - $4,300.00

$4,300.00

$4,300.00 - $4,300.00

$4,300.00

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SKU: Astro-Express

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What is liftgate?

Standard (curbside) freight delivery: the driver brings the pallet to your address but does not unload it, so you need a loading dock, a forklift or enough people to unload it.

Liftgate delivery: the truck's hydraulic liftgate lowers the pallet to the ground, the right choice for a home, school, park or any address without a dock. To add it, choose the shipping method "Premium Insured Freight + Liftgate (+$209)" at checkout. It is $209 per order and covers all freight items in the order. It does not include inside delivery or assembly. Shipping policy

Product Overview

In short

The First Team Astro Express competition volleyball system features aluminum uprights with a non-marking footpad and offers infinitely variable net height from 78” to 96”. It includes a 1-meter high black polypropylene net with Kevlar and polypropylene ropes, tensioned by a 26:1 worm gear winch and ratcheting tensioners. The entire system weighs 130 lbs. and meets NCAA, USVBA, NFHS, and FIVB requirements.

✓ Authorized First Team Dealer — ships brand-new with full manufacturer warranty & support

The First Team Astro Express Competition Volleyball System features uprights constructed from an external 3 ½” outside diameter, ¼” wall 6063 T-6 aluminum tube and a 3” 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 78” to 96” 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 ½” thick foam padding with a white vinyl cover. Each standard is padded to a minimum height of 72” with 1 ½” 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 ½” outside diameter, ¼” wall 6063 T-6 aluminum; inner 3” 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 2” wide nylon webbing strap and non-removable folding handle; top rope rests in 4” 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 78” to 96”, single threaded release knob, settings identified on inner tube
Rope Padding	No less than ½” thick foam padding with white vinyl cover
Standard Padding	Minimum 72” height, 1 ½” 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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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.

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.

Frequently asked questions

What is the height adjustment range for the net?

The net height is infinitely variable from a minimum of 78” to 96”.

What materials are used for the upright poles?

The uprights consist of an external 3 ½” outside diameter, ¼” wall 6063 T-6 aluminum tube and a 3” outside diameter 6061-T6 aluminum telescoping inner pole.

What is the total weight of the First Team Astro Express system?

The entire Astro Express system weighs 130 lbs.

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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Express THIS	Complete	Express SBS	Complete SBS
Court Configuration Single competition court	Court Configuration Single court; side-by-side (SBS) version offered	Court Configuration Side-by-side (two adjacent courts)	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 prevents rotation/separation	Upright Features Non-marking footpad; pin rides in machined slot	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 Official boundary antennas	Included Accessories Extra nets, winch standards, center post pad, antennas, tensioners	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
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 130 lbs.	Ship Weight 130 lbs.	Ship Weight 190 lbs.	Ship Weight 190 lbs.
Best for Schools wanting a competition-legal single-court aluminum volleyball system.	Best for Programs wanting a fully outfitted single-court package with antennas.	Best for Gyms running two side-by-side courts for practice or tournaments.	Best for Large field houses needing a complete side-by-side court setup.
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