Product Overview
The Champ II Basketball System from First Team Sports uses a one-piece 4" square vertical pole with a minimum 11 gauge wall thickness, designed to be buried 36" in concrete and sealed with a watertight vinyl cap to prevent moisture intrusion.
Adjustable extension arms, built from 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" tubing, provide a minimum 18" clearance from the post to the backboard face at a 10' rim height, and allow rim height adjustment from 10' down to 7 1/2' in six-inch increments using a pole or broom handle. A spring in the extension assembly counteracts backboard and rim weight for easy one-person adjustment, and the rim mounts directly through the backboard to reduce stress.
The backboard is 3/8" thick acrylic with bright white screening in a clear anodized aluminum "L" type extrusion frame, measuring approximately 48" wide by 36" high. The flexible, institutional-quality rim has a 5/8" diameter ring with a standard 18" I.D. opening and orange powder coated finish, paired with a heavy-duty nylon net. The complete system weighs approximately 150 lbs, with the pole, backboard, and standard rim covered by a Lifetime Limited Warranty.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Vertical Pole Construction | One-piece 4" square pole (sectional posts not considered equal) |
| Pole Wall Thickness | Minimum 11 gauge wall thickness |
| Pole Burial Depth | Allows for burying 36" in concrete |
| Pole Cap | Watertight vinyl cap to seal out moisture |
| Extension Arm Material | 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" tubing |
| Extension Distance | Minimum 18" from front of post to face of backboard with rim at 10' playing height |
| Height Adjustment Range | Adjustable from 10' down to 7 1/2' in six inch increments |
| Height Adjustment Mechanism | Uses a pole or broom handle to release an adjustment mechanism located in the extension assembly |
| Adjustment Assist | One spring mounted in the extension assembly to counteract the weight of the backboard and rim for one-person adjustments |
| Rim Mounting Design | Rim mounts directly to the extension arm through the backboard to reduce stress on the backboard |
| Backboard Material | 3/8" thick acrylic with bright white screening |
| Backboard Frame | Clear anodized aluminum "L" type extrusions |
| Backboard Size | Approximately 48" wide and 36" high |
| Rim Type | Flexible type to absorb stress of player contact |
| Rim Quality | Institutional quality with an official 5/8" diameter ring |
| Rim Opening Diameter | Standard 18" I.D. |
| Rim Finish | Orange powder coated finish |
| Net | Heavy-duty nylon net included |
| Warranty Coverage | Pole, backboard, and standard rim carry Lifetime Limited Warranty |
| System Weight | Approximately 150# |
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Backboard 3/8" thick acrylic, bright white screening | Backboard In-ground anchored pole with baseplate | Backboard 1/2 in. acrylic with bright white screening | Backboard 1/4 in. clear tempered glass, fired ceramic markings | Backboard In-ground anchored pole with baseplate | Backboard 1/2 in. acrylic with bright white screening |
Backboard Size Approx. 48" W x 36" H | Backboard Size 48" x 36", 3/8" acrylic | Backboard Size 48 in. W x 36 in. H | Backboard Size 54 in. W x 36 in. H | Backboard Size 48" x 36", 3/8" thick acrylic | Backboard Size 60 in. W x 36 in. H |
Rim / Goal Clear anodized aluminum "L" extrusions | Rim / Goal Clear anodized aluminum "L" extrusions | 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 Clear anodized aluminum "L" extrusions | Rim / Goal Flexible institutional; 5/8 in. ring; 3/16 in. brace |
Vertical Pole Flex institutional, 5/8" ring, 18" I.D., orange | Vertical Pole Flexible institutional, 5/8" ring, 18" I.D., orange | Vertical Pole One-piece 4 in. square, 11-gauge, vinyl cap | Vertical Pole One-piece 4 in. square, 11-gauge, vinyl cap | Vertical Pole Flexible institutional, 5/8" ring, 18" I.D., orange | Vertical Pole One-piece 4 in. square, 11-gauge, vinyl cap |
Mounting / Base 4" square steel tube, 11-gauge, black powder coat | Mounting / Base 4" square steel, 11-gauge, black powder coat | Mounting / Base In-ground: 36 in. bury in concrete | Mounting / Base In-ground: 36 in. bury in concrete | Mounting / Base 4" square steel, 11-gauge, black powder coat | Mounting / Base In-ground: 36 in. bury in concrete |
Extension from Post 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" tubing | Extension from Post 1 1/2" arms; min. 18" overhang at 10' | 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 1 1/2" arms; min. 18" overhang at 10' | Extension from Post Min. 18 in. to backboard face at 10 ft |
Height Adjustment Min. 18" pole to board face at 10' height | Height Adjustment 10' to 7 1/2', 6" steps, pole/broom, spring assist | 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' to 7 1/2', 6" steps, pole/broom, spring assist | Height Adjustment 10 ft to 7 ft 6 in., 6 in. increments, handle release |
Adjustment Assist 10' to 7 1/2" in 6" steps, spring-assisted broom handle | Adjustment Assist 3/8" baseplate, 4 gussets, anchor system | Adjustment Assist Two springs, one-person adjustment | Adjustment Assist Two springs | Adjustment Assist 3/8" baseplate, 4 gussets, anchor system | Adjustment Assist Two springs counteract board and rim weight |
Warranty In-ground anchor; 3/8" baseplate, 4 gussets | Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty | Warranty Lifetime Limited: pole, backboard, standard rim | Warranty Lifetime Superior: pole, backboard, standard rim | Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty | Warranty Lifetime Limited: pole, backboard, standard rim |
Origin Heavy-duty nylon | Origin Lifetime Limited: pole, backboard, standard rim | Origin Made in USA | Origin Made in USA | Origin Lifetime Limited: pole, backboard, standard rim | Origin Made in USA |
Availability In stock - ready to ship | Availability In stock - ready to ship | 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 286 lbs | Ship Weight 286 lbs | Ship Weight Approx. 150 lbs | Ship Weight Approx. 170 lbs | Ship Weight 286 lbs | Ship Weight Approx. 170 lbs |
Best for Homes and driveways wanting a glass, height-adjustable in-ground hoop. | Best for Schools wanting a straightforward in-ground glass adjustable goal. | Best for Budget-minded families needing a permanent 48 in. in-ground hoop. | Best for Tighter driveways that still want real tempered glass. | Best for Installers who need a bolt-down baseplate version of the Champ II. | Best for Homeowners wanting a 60 in. board without glass pricing. |
| $1,518.00 | $1,518.00 | $1,721.00 $1,619.00 | $1,740.00 $1,719.00 | $1,763.00 | $1,857.00 $1,770.00 |
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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.
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.