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First Team FT257 Aluminum Basketball Backboard

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Product Overview
In short
The First Team FT257 is a 36”x60” rectangular aluminum backboard with an 11 ga. aluminum pan skin. It features a white powder coat finish, an official size shooters square, and accepts rims with a 5”x5” hole pattern. This backboard is manufactured in the USA and has an approximate shipping weight of 35#.
✓ Authorized First Team Dealer — ships brand-new with full manufacturer warranty & support

The First Team FT257 Rectangular Aluminum Backboard measures 36”x60” and is constructed from aluminum. It features an 11 ga. aluminum pan skin. All formed corners and edges are fully welded and ground for safety, and the backboard is coated with a white powder coat.

This backboard includes an official size shooters square and accepts rims with a 5”x5” hole pattern. It is manufactured in the USA and has an approximate shipping weight of 35#.

Specifications
SpecificationValue
Backboard ModelFT257
Backboard Size36”x60”
Backboard Shaperectangular
Backboard Materialaluminum
Backboard Skin11 ga. aluminum pan
Backboard Frame Constructionformed corners and edges fully welded and ground
Backboard Finishwhite powder coat
Backboard Markingsofficial size shooters square
Rim / Goal Hole Pattern5”x5”
Backboard Shipping Weightapproximately 35#
OriginUSA
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Backboard material
40 in. x 54 in.
Backboard material
42 in. tall x 60 in. wide
Backboard material
42 in. x 72 in. rectangular
Backboard material
36 in. x 60 in. rectangular
Backboard material
36 in. x 54 in. rectangular
Backboard material
36 in. x 60 in. rectangular
Backboard size
Tempered glass
Backboard size
Tempered glass
Backboard size
Steel
Backboard size
Aluminum
Backboard size
Tempered glass
Backboard size
Tempered glass
Markings
1/2 in. thick
Markings
3/8 in. thick
Markings
11 ga. steel pan
Markings
11 ga. aluminum pan
Markings
3/8 in. thick
Markings
3/8 in. thick
Frame
Aluminum extrusion, corner brackets; 34x45 in. mount
Frame
Aluminum extrusion with steel perimeter frame
Frame
Edges fully welded and ground
Frame
Formed corners/edges fully welded and ground
Frame
Competition anodized aluminum framework
Frame
Competition anodized aluminum framework
Goal mounting pattern
Glass sandwiched between cushioned steel plates
Goal mounting pattern
Full-width fabricated steel; rim never touches glass
Goal mounting pattern
1/4 in. thick support structure
Goal mounting pattern
Goal mounting pattern
Aluminum core rim supports
Goal mounting pattern
Aluminum core rim supports
Rear structure mounting
Official white shooter's square and border
Rear structure mounting
Official white shooter's square and border
Rear structure mounting
Official size shooter's square
Rear structure mounting
Official size shooter's square
Rear structure mounting
2 in. white border + shooter's square, ceramic ink
Rear structure mounting
2 in. white border + shooter's square, ceramic ink
Rim support / mounting
5 in. x 5 in.
Rim support / mounting
5 in. x 5 in.
Rim support / mounting
5 in. x 5 in.
Rim support / mounting
5 in. x 5 in.
Rim support / mounting
5 in. x 5 in.
Rim support / mounting
5 in. x 5 in.
Padding compatibility
Padding compatibility
Padding compatibility
White powder coat
Padding compatibility
White powder coat
Padding compatibility
Padding compatibility
Certifications
10-Year Limited
Certifications
Lifetime Limited on Powerhouse structures
Certifications
Certifications
Certifications
Valid on First Team pole structures only
Certifications
Valid on First Team pole structures only
Warranty
Made in USA
Warranty
Made in USA
Warranty
Made in USA
Warranty
Made in USA
Warranty
Backboard is warranted when mounted on First Team pole structures only.
Warranty
warranted when mounted on First Team pole structures only.
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
150 lbs
Ship Weight
197 lbs
Ship Weight
186 lbs
Ship Weight
35 lbs
Ship Weight
143 lbs
Ship Weight
154 lbs
Best for
Gymnasium side courts needing 1/2 in. glass in a 40x54 in. footprint.
Best for
Powerhouse system owners with narrower court space wanting glass.
Best for
Full-size outdoor play with heavy-duty steel construction.
Best for
Coastal or humid sites wanting a lightweight rust-resistant board.
Best for
Driveway and half-court setups wanting real glass in a compact 54 in. width.
Best for
Outdoor courts wanting regulation-width glass at a mid-level price.
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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

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 are the dimensions of the FT257 backboard?

The FT257 backboard is 36”x60”.

What material is the FT257 backboard made from?

The FT257 backboard is made from aluminum, with an 11 ga. aluminum pan skin.

What is the shipping weight of the FT257 backboard?

The backboard has a shipping weight of approximately 35#.

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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