First Team Champ II In Ground Basketball Hoop with Clear Backboard

Product Overview

In short

The First Team Champ III is an in-ground adjustable basketball goal featuring a one-piece 4" square steel pole (11 gauge, 36" burial), adjustable from 10' to 7'6" in 6" increments, with a 54"×36" acrylic backboard and institutional-quality flexible rim. The entire system weighs approximately 160# and carries a Lifetime Limited Warranty.

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The Champ III in-ground system uses a robust one-piece 4" square steel pole with minimum 11 gauge wall thickness, designed to be buried 36" deep in concrete with a watertight vinyl cap. The extension arms are constructed of 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" tubing and allow for rim mounting with a minimum 18" setback from the pole to the backboard face.

The rim height is adjustable from 10' down to 7 1/2' in six-inch increments using a pole or broom handle to release the adjustment mechanism. Two counterbalancing springs in the extension assembly make one-person height adjustments easy, and the rim mounts directly to the extension arm through the backboard to reduce stress.

The backboard measures approximately 54" wide by 36" high and is constructed of 1/2" acrylic with bright white screening, supported by clear anodized aluminum extrusions. The institutional-quality flexible rim features a 5/8" high-strength steel ring with a 3/16" support brace, compression wire spring action, and orange powdercoated finish. The entire system weighs approximately 160# and includes a Lifetime Limited Warranty on the pole, backboard, and standard rim.

Specifications

Specification	Value
Vertical Pole Material	One-piece 4" square steel tubing
Vertical Pole Wall Thickness	Minimum 11 gauge
Vertical Pole Burial Depth	36" in concrete
Vertical Pole Cap	Watertight vinyl cap
Extension Arms Material	1 1/2" x 1 1/2" tubing
Extension Arm Minimum Distance	18" from front of post to face of backboard
Rim Height Range	10' down to 7 1/2'
Rim Height Adjustment Method	Pole or broom handle to release adjustment mechanism
Extension Assembly Springs	Two springs to counteract backboard and rim weight
Backboard Material	1/2" thick acrylic
Backboard Screening	Bright white
Backboard Frame Material	Clear anodized aluminum "L" type extrusions
Backboard Width	Approximately 54"
Backboard Height	Approximately 36"
Rim Type	Flexible type with spring action
Rim Spring	Heavy duty compression wire spring
Rim Coverplate	Steel coverplate enclosing entire internal mechanism
Rim Structural Components	No less than 3/16" steel
Rim Ring Diameter	5/8" high strength steel
Rim Ring Support	3/16" brace supporting 60% of ring
Rim Quality Grade	Institutional quality
Rim Mount Hole Pattern	Punched for 3"x 4" or 5"x 5"
Rim Finish	Orange powdercoated
System Weight	Approximately 160#
Pole Warranty	Lifetime Limited Warranty
Backboard Warranty	Lifetime Limited Warranty
Standard Rim Warranty	Lifetime Limited Warranty
Manufacturer	First Team Sports, Inc.
Manufacturer Address	902 Corey Road, Hutchinson, KS 67501
Manufacturer Phone	888-884-6677

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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 Champ III rim?

The rim is adjustable from 10' down to 7 1/2' in six-inch increments using a pole or broom handle to release the adjustment mechanism in the extension assembly.

What are the backboard dimensions and material?

The backboard is approximately 54" wide and 36" high, constructed of 1/2" thick acrylic with bright white screening and a frame of clear anodized aluminum "L" type extrusions.

What does the Lifetime Limited Warranty cover?

The Lifetime Limited Warranty covers the pole, backboard, and standard rim.

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.

Product Documents

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First Team Champ III In Ground Adjustable Basketball Goal

What is the height adjustment range for the Champ III rim?

What are the backboard dimensions and material?

What does the Lifetime Limited Warranty cover?

Is JoySportStore an authorized First Team dealer?

Excellent

Trustpilot

Prices are fair

Everything as described

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I got additionall padding for free for…

Basketball hoop with small gift

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Champ II	Champ III THIS	Champ Turbo	Champ II BP	Champ Select
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 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 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 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, 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" 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 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 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 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 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
Ship Weight 286 lbs	Ship Weight Approx. 150 lbs	Ship Weight Approx. 170 lbs	Ship Weight 286 lbs	Ship Weight Approx. 170 lbs
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What is the height adjustment range for the Champ III rim?

What are the backboard dimensions and material?

What does the Lifetime Limited Warranty cover?

Is JoySportStore an authorized First Team dealer?

Excellent

Trustpilot

Prices are fair

Everything as described

We bought baseball machine and start…

I got additionall padding for free for…

Basketball hoop with small gift

Great basketball store