Product Overview
The First Team VersiChamp Nitro is a wall-mounted basketball goal system designed for permanent installation on support walls. The FT1992 VERSISTRUT wall bracket is constructed of fully welded 0.25" thick steel with Grade 5 zinc-plated hardware and black powder coat finish. Installation requires mounting to three 2" x 8" Dense Southern Yellow Pine wallboards that are routed on all sides and sealed with clear coat, with two 45-degree turnbuckles providing structural support.
The system features adjustable 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" tubing extension arms that position the rim at a minimum 18" from the post face to backboard. Height adjustment is accomplished in six-inch increments from 10 feet down to 7 1/2 feet using a pole or broom handle to release the adjustment mechanism, with a spring-mounted counterweight system to reduce operator effort. The rim mounts directly through the backboard to the extension arm, minimizing backboard stress.
The backboard measures approximately 60" wide by 36" high and is constructed of 1/4" clear tempered glass with bright white ceramic markings. The institutional-quality rim features a 5/8" diameter high-strength steel ring with a 3/16" supporting brace, flexible spring action via compression wire spring, and orange powder coat finish. The complete system weighs approximately 315# and includes a Lifetime Limited Warranty on the strut, backboard, and standard rim.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | VersiChamp Nitro Basketball System |
| Wall Mount Bracket Model | FT1992 VERSISTRUT |
| Bracket Construction | 100% fully welded |
| Bracket Finish | Black powder coat paint |
| Hardware Grade | Grade 5 zinc plated |
| Wall Support Boards | 3 pieces, 2" x 8" Dense Southern Yellow Pine |
| Wall Boards Finish | Clear coat sealant |
| Wall Boards Edge Treatment | Routed on four sides |
| Support Structure | Two turnbuckles extending at roughly 45 degree angle from top wallboard |
| Extension Arms Material | 1 1/2" x 1 1/2" tubing |
| Extension Arms Type | Adjustable |
| Minimum Extension Distance | 18" from front of post to face of backboard |
| Rim Height Range | Adjustable from 10' down to 7 1/2' |
| Height Adjustment Increments | Six inch increments |
| Height Adjustment Method | Pole or broom handle to release adjustment mechanism |
| Spring Assist | One spring mounted in extension assembly to counteract backboard and rim weight |
| Backboard Material | 1/4" thick clear tempered glass |
| Backboard Markings | Bright white ceramic markings fired into glass |
| Backboard Framework | Clear anodized aluminum "L" type extrusions |
| Backboard Width | Approximately 60" |
| Backboard Height | Approximately 36" |
| Rim Type | Flexible type with spring action |
| Rim Spring | Heavy duty compression wire spring |
| Rim Cover Plate | Steel cover plate enclosing entire internal mechanism |
| Rim Structural Components Minimum Material | No less than 3/16" steel |
| Rim Quality Level | Institutional quality |
| Rim Diameter | Official 5/8" diameter high strength steel ring |
| Rim Brace | 3/16" brace supporting 60% of the ring |
| Rim Mount Pattern Options | 3" x 4" or 5" x 5" hole pattern |
| Rim Finish | Orange powder coated |
| System Weight | Approximately 315# |
| Warranty - Strut | Lifetime Limited Warranty |
| Warranty - Backboard | Lifetime Limited Warranty |
| Warranty - Standard Rim | Lifetime Limited Warranty |
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Backboard Size 48" x 36", 3/8" thick acrylic | Backboard Size 54" x 36", 1/2" thick acrylic | Backboard Size 60" x 36", 1/2" thick acrylic with bright white screening | Backboard Size 60" x 36", 1/4" clear tempered glass | Backboard Size 60" x 36", 1/4" clear tempered glass | Backboard Size 60" x 36", 1/4" smoked tempered glass |
Rim / Goal Clear anodized aluminum "L" extrusions | Rim / Goal Clear anodized aluminum "L" extrusions | Rim / Goal Clear anodized aluminum "L" extrusions | Rim / Goal Clear anodized aluminum "L" extrusions | Rim / Goal Clear anodized aluminum "L" extrusions | Rim / Goal Clear anodized aluminum "L" extrusions |
Vertical Pole Flexible institutional, 5/8" ring, 18" I.D., orange | Vertical Pole Flexible institutional, 5/8" ring, 18" I.D., orange | Vertical Pole Flexible institutional, 5/8" ring, 18" I.D., orange | Vertical Pole Flexible institutional, 5/8" ring, 18" I.D., orange | Vertical Pole Flexible institutional, 5/8" ring, 18" I.D., orange | Vertical Pole Flex rim, 3/16" steel, spring, 5/8" ring, 3x4 or 5x5 |
Mounting / Base 4" square steel, 11-gauge, black powder coat | Mounting / Base 4" square steel, 11-gauge, black powder coat | Mounting / Base Wall-mount steel bracket bolted to (3) 2"x8" wood wallboards | Mounting / Base 0.25" thick fully welded steel wall bracket, black powder coat | Mounting / Base FT1992 VersiStrut wall-mount bracket, .25" steel, secured to three 2x8 wallboards with turnbuckle support | Mounting / Base — |
Extension from Post 1 1/2" arms; min. 18" overhang at 10' | Extension from Post 1 1/2" arms; min. 18" overhang at 10' | Extension from Post 1 1/2" arms; min. 18" overhang at 10' | Extension from Post 1 1/2" spring-mounted arms; min. 18" overhang | Extension from Post 1 1/2" arms; min. 18" overhang | Extension from Post 1 1/2" arms; min. 18" overhang at 10' |
Height Adjustment 10' to 7 1/2', 6" steps, pole/broom, spring assist | Height Adjustment 10' to 7 1/2', 6" steps, pole/broom, spring assist | Height Adjustment 10' to 7 1/2', 6" steps, pole/broom, spring assist | Height Adjustment 10' to 7 1/2', 6" steps via pole/broom handle | Height Adjustment 10' to 7 1/2', 6" steps, pole/broom, spring assist | Height Adjustment 10' to 7 1/2', 6" steps, pole/broom, spring assist |
Adjustment Assist 3/8" baseplate, 4 gussets, anchor system | Adjustment Assist 3/8" baseplate, 4 gussets, anchor system | Adjustment Assist 3/8" baseplate, 4 gussets, anchor system | Adjustment Assist 3/8" baseplate, 4 gussets, anchor system | Adjustment Assist 3/8" baseplate, 4 gussets, anchor system | Adjustment Assist (3) 2x8 yellow pine wallboards, 2 turnbuckle braces |
Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty | Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty | Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty | Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty | Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty | Warranty Lifetime Limited Warranty |
Origin Lifetime Limited: pole, backboard, standard rim | Origin Lifetime Limited: pole, backboard, standard rim | Origin Lifetime Limited: pole, backboard, standard rim | Origin Lifetime Limited: pole, backboard, standard rim | Origin Lifetime Limited: pole, backboard, standard rim | Origin Lifetime Limited: strut, backboard, standard rim |
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 286 lbs | Ship Weight 286 lbs | Ship Weight 286 lbs | Ship Weight 315 lbs |
Best for Wall-mount installs needing entry-level adjustable glass. | Best for Wall applications wanting direct rim mount and easy adjustment. | Best for Wall-mount gyms needing quick one-person height changes. | Best for Wall setups with spring-mounted arms for frequent adjusting. | Best for Wall installs wanting full institutional glass and flex rim. | Best for Wall-braced installs needing the heaviest-duty rim and bracket. |
| $1,945.00 | $2,067.00 | $2,209.00 | $2,209.00 | $2,286.00 | $2,429.00 |
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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
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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.