Portable Basketball Hoop First Team Storm Arena 42x72" Tempered Glass

Product Overview

In short

The First Team Storm Arena is a portable basketball goal featuring a heavy-gauge steel frame with a 72" x 42" tempered glass backboard, adjustable height from 6' to 10', and a flexible institutional-quality rim. The system uses six painted coil springs for one-person operation and rides on eight-inch wheels, with a capacity for 720 lbs of cement block ballast for stability.

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The Storm Arena Portable Basketball System combines durability with portability through its all-steel construction featuring two vertical uprights of 2" x 5" rectangular tubing supported by 2" x 2" square tubular braces. The main extension boom is constructed of heavy-gauge 4" x 4" square tubing with a 3" x 3" inner telescoping slide boom, allowing backboard-to-base extension to vary from 54" to 66" while maintaining regulation 10' rim height.

Operation is managed through a spring-assist mechanism using six painted 3 ½" coil springs (not hydraulics) that support the backboard, rim, boom, and uprights, enabling simple one-person setup and adjustment. The rim height is adjustable in six-inch increments from 10' down to 6' via a removable pin, and the institutional-quality flexible rim features an official 5/8" diameter with an 18" inside diameter opening.

Stability is ensured by a 48" wide all-steel base with four eight-inch non-marking wheels and a ballast box designed to accept up to 24 solid cement blocks (720 lbs total). The system includes 2" foam padding on the base and uprights with 14 oz reinforced vinyl laminate covering, plus heavy-duty nylon netting, and carries a Lifetime Superior Warranty.

Specifications

Specification	Value
Product Name	Storm Arena Portable Basketball System
Manufacturer	First Team, Inc.
Vertical Uprights Material	Heavy gauge 2" x 5" rectangular tubing
Upright Braces	Two 2" x 2" square tubular braces per upright
Main Extension Boom Material	Heavy gauge 4" x 4" square tubing
Inner Telescoping Slide Boom	3" x 3" square tubing
Backboard to Base Extension Range	54" to 66" (variable)
Rim Playing Height	10' regulation height
Rim Height Adjustment Range	6' to 10' in six-inch increments
Rim Height Adjustment Method	Removable adjustment pin
Backboard Upper Corner Support	Two tubular braces
Base Construction Material	All steel, primarily 3" x 1 ½" rectangular steel tubing
Base Width	48" across front
Ballast Box Capacity	24 solid cement blocks (4" x 8" x 16" each, 30 lbs each)
Total Ballast Weight	720 lbs
Wheels	Four 8" non-marking wheels
Front Wheel Type	Self-locking castors with swivel lock and roll lock
Spring Assistance System	Six 3 ½" painted coil springs (NO HYDRAULICS)
Spring Paint Finish	Painted to match base color
Backboard Material	1/2" thick tempered glass
Backboard Screening	Bright white fire impregnated ceramic screening
Backboard Framework	Clear anodized aluminum F-type extrusions
Backboard Dimensions	Approximately 72" wide x 42" high
Rim Type	Flexible, institutional quality
Rim Diameter	Official 5/8" diameter ring
Rim Opening Diameter	Standard 18" I.D.
Rim Finish	Orange powder coated
Net	Heavy-duty nylon
Base/Upright Padding	Standard 2" thick foam on 7/16" wafer board
Padding Covering	14 oz reinforced vinyl laminate
Side Pads and Ballast Box Pad	1 ½" thick foam as standard
Padding Attachment	2" velcro attachment straps
Padding Removal During Operation	Not required during folding, adjustment, transportation, or storage
Overall Unit Finish	Black powdercoat
Portability	One-person operation
Pivot Points	High load, maintenance-free bushings
Dunking Capability	Durably designed to allow dunking without compromising integrity or stability
Total System Weight	Approximately 1290 lbs
Warranty	Lifetime Superior 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 Superior 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 adjustment range for rim height?

The rim height is adjustable from regulation 10' height down to 6' in six-inch increments using a removable adjustment pin.

How much weight can the ballast box hold?

The ballast box is designed to accept 24 solid cement blocks (each weighing 30 lbs) for a total capacity of 720 lbs.

Can one person operate and move this system?

Yes. The spring-assist system is operated easily by one person, and the unit rides on four large 8" non-marking wheels for easy one-person portability.

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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First Team Storm Arena Portable Basketball Goal

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Backboard 1/2 in. acrylic, bright white screening	Backboard 3/8 in. tempered glass, fire-impregnated ceramic screen	Backboard 1/2 in. acrylic, bright white screening	Backboard 1/2 in. tempered glass, bright white ceramic screening
Backboard Size Approx. 60 in. W x 36 in. H	Backboard Size Approx. 60 in. W x 36 in. H	Backboard Size Approx. 72 in. W x 42 in. H	Backboard Size Approx. 72 in. W x 42 in. H
Backboard Frame Clear anodized aluminum "L" type extrusions	Backboard Frame Clear anodized aluminum "F" type extrusions	Backboard Frame Clear anodized aluminum "F" type extrusions	Backboard Frame Clear anodized aluminum "F" type extrusions
Rim / Goal Flexible institutional 5/8 in. ring, 18 in. I.D., boom-mounted	Rim / Goal Flexible institutional 5/8 in. ring, 18 in. I.D., dunk-rated	Rim / Goal Flexible institutional 5/8 in. ring, 18 in. I.D., boom-mounted	Rim / Goal Flexible institutional 5/8 in. ring, 18 in. I.D.
Height Adjustment Spring-Assist, four 3 1/2 in. springs; 10' to 6' in 6 in. steps	Height Adjustment Spring-Assist w/ pull pin; 10' to 6' in 6 in. steps, 1 person	Height Adjustment Spring-Assist, five 3 1/2 in. springs; 10' to 6' in 6 in. steps	Height Adjustment Spring-Assist, six 3 1/2 in. springs; 10' to 6' in 6 in. steps
Uprights & Boom Two 2x5 in. uprights; 4x4 in. boom w/ 3x3 in. slide boom	Uprights & Boom Two 2x5 in. uprights; 4x4 in. boom w/ 3x3 in. slide boom	Uprights & Boom Two 2x5 in. uprights; 4x4 in. boom w/ 3x3 in. slide boom	Uprights & Boom Two 2x5 in. uprights; 4x4 in. boom w/ 3x3 in. slide boom
Overhang (Base to Backboard) Variable 54 in. to 66 in. at 10' rim height	Overhang (Base to Backboard) Variable 54 in. to 66 in. at 10' rim height	Overhang (Base to Backboard) Variable 54 in. to 66 in.	Overhang (Base to Backboard) Variable 54 in. to 66 in.
Base & Ballast All-steel 3 x 1 1/2 in. tube, 48 in. front; (24) blocks, 720 lbs	Base & Ballast All-steel 3 x 1 1/2 in. tube, 48 in. front; (24) blocks, 720 lbs	Base & Ballast All-steel 3 x 1 1/2 in. tube, 48 in. front; (24) blocks, 720 lbs	Base & Ballast All-steel 3 x 1 1/2 in. tube, 48 in. front; (24) blocks, 720 lbs
Padding 2 in. foam base/upright, 1 1/2 in. sides; 14 oz vinyl, velcro	Padding 2 in. foam base/upright, 1 1/2 in. sides; 14 oz vinyl, velcro	Padding 2 in. foam base/upright, 1 1/2 in. sides; 14 oz vinyl, velcro	Padding 2 in. foam base/upright, 1 1/2 in. sides; 14 oz vinyl, velcro
Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty	Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty	Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty	Warranty Lifetime Superior Warranty
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 1165 lbs	Ship Weight 1210 lbs	Ship Weight 1210 lbs	Ship Weight 1290 lbs
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What is the adjustment range for rim height?

How much weight can the ballast box hold?

Can one person operate and move this system?

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