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Choosing the Right Basketball Hoop for Your Gym
September 24, 2025
3 min read

Choosing the Right Basketball Hoop for Your Gym

Keep your gymnasium up to date with the very best equipment. Since basketball hoops are the focal point of many gyms, what are some of the tips you should be following in your quest for the best baske...

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What size soccer goal does my program need?
September 24, 2025
1 min read

What size soccer goal does my program need?

When running a soccer program, many times program directors are not sure what size soccer goal is appropriate for each various age group. Below is a reference chart to provide some guidelines regardin...

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Glass Backboards vs. Acrylic Backboards
September 10, 2025
3 min read

Glass Backboards vs. Acrylic Backboards

If you are thinking about buying a new basketball goal, you might find yourself stumped over the difference between glass and acrylic backboards. It is common for people to use these terms interchange...

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Should I get Portable or Permanent Sports Benches?
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Should I get Portable or Permanent Sports Benches?

What kind of team do you have? Is your organization one that is better suited to having permanent sports benches, or will portable benches suffice? Permanent in-ground players' benches that are instal...

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Athletic Equipment Designed Around Safety
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Athletic Equipment Designed Around Safety

If safety is your number one priority, you've come to the right place. First Team offers a great selection of athletic equipment designed with player safety in mind. You'll love that so many of our pr...

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Storing Your Athletic Equipment for the Winter
September 24, 2025
3 min read

Storing Your Athletic Equipment for the Winter

As the cold weather makes its appearance, individuals need to consider the storage of athletic equipment for the winter months. While it can be tempting to just shove all of the equipment in a designa...

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Basketball Goal / Basketball Hoop: Is There a Difference?
September 24, 2025
5 min read

Basketball Goal / Basketball Hoop: Is There a Difference?

Basketball goal and basketball hoop are two terms which are often used interchangeably. Our customers frequently ask us if there is a difference between basketball hoops and basketball goals. When it...

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Things To Consider When Purchasing a Portable Basketball Goal
September 24, 2025
6 min read

Things To Consider When Purchasing a Portable Basketball Goal

A basketball goal is an essential part of any recreational facility, school gymnasium, or home court. At First Team Sports, we manufacture a wide variety of basketball goals to fit all situations, inc...

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How do I know what soccer net is right for my soccer goal?
September 24, 2025
3 min read

How do I know what soccer net is right for my soccer goal?

You may know everything there is to know about the sport of soccer and still not be aware of some of the more important facts about soccer equipment. Many soccer coaches, parents and players probably...

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Is It Time for a Professional Inspection of My Equipment?
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Is It Time for a Professional Inspection of My Equipment?

When you buy athletic equipment from First Team, you'll get an industry-leading warranty with every purchase. However, just because a product has a 10-year warranty doesn't mean you should go a decade...

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Selecting the Location for your new Basketball Hoop
September 24, 2025
3 min read

Selecting the Location for your new Basketball Hoop

When the time has come for amateur athletes of all stripes to purchase that basketball hoop and backboard that might just transform you from an average Joe into the next NCAA superstar, that long awai...

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Football Goal Care and Maintenance
September 24, 2025
1 min read

Football Goal Care and Maintenance

In addition to making sure that your football team has a neat and well-manicured field on which to play and practice, the maintenance of football goal posts is also important, if sometimes overlooked....

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Must-Have Hoop Accessories
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Must-Have Hoop Accessories

You have the hoop, and you're ready for tip-off. Or are you? Even after you purchase a backboard and rim for a basketball system you plan to have endless hours of fun with, the truth is you can add pl...

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Soccer Field Lines and Markings
September 24, 2025
3 min read

Soccer Field Lines and Markings

Even serious soccer fans might sometimes get confused and wonder what some of the lines and markings on the pitch actually stand for. Every level of soccer uses similar markings, although the size of...

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How To Measure Basketball Hoop Height
September 24, 2025
1 min read

How To Measure Basketball Hoop Height

There is a simple way to measure the height of a basketball hoop. However, most people don't know the proper way to check official basketball rim height for the sanctioned games. To check the true hei...

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5 Steps to Ensure Bleacher Safety
September 24, 2025
2 min read

5 Steps to Ensure Bleacher Safety

Bleachers make sporting events so much more enjoyable to watch. Spectators get to enjoy comfortable seating so their focus stays on the competition. However, safety is an important issue when it comes...

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Lacrosse Goal Care and Maintenance
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Lacrosse Goal Care and Maintenance

The care and maintenance of your lacrosse goal and net are easy to take for granted, but they should be tended to with care and vigilance so that the goals you are using are safe and do not deteriorat...

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Soccer Goal Care and Maintenance Guide
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Soccer Goal Care and Maintenance Guide

Once you purchase and install soccer goals on your own pitch or in your backyard, do not make the mistake of forgetting to maintain and properly care for your soccer goal. Improper attention to existi...

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How to Determine What Size of Bleachers Your Facility Needs
September 24, 2025
2 min read

How to Determine What Size of Bleachers Your Facility Needs

Buying new bleachers is a great upgrade for any sports facility. But if you're not sure what size of bleachers to purchase, it can cause stress over whether your chosen seating will be sufficient. Use...

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Football Goal Post Dimensions
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Football Goal Post Dimensions

Football goal posts are available for commercial and residential applications. The dimensions of the goal post will vary depending on the cost and size of the unit. Below you will find the three most...

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Acrylic vs. Polycarbonate Backboards
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Acrylic vs. Polycarbonate Backboards

When shopping for a basketball backboard you will discover many different materials that basketball backboards are made of. When it comes to clear backboards, two types you will commonly see are acryl...

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Basketball Hoop Maintenance Checklist
September 24, 2025
3 min read

Basketball Hoop Maintenance Checklist

You have invested money in a basketball hoop to add recreational value to your driveway, improve your game, or give your kids something to do when you chase them outside to get some exercise and fresh...

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Basketball Goal Buying Guide
September 24, 2025
8 min read

Basketball Goal Buying Guide

Basketball Goal Basics A quality basketball goal is a must-have piece of sporting equipment for any school, gymnasium, recreational facility, church gym, or playground. Basketball goals are also extre...

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Basketball Court Buying Guide
September 24, 2025
7 min read

Basketball Court Buying Guide

This basketball court buying guide was designed to help you build the perfect basketball court for your driveway, backyard, school, church, playground, or recreational facility. Whether you are design...

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Basketball Court Planning
September 24, 2025
7 min read

Basketball Court Planning

When planning a new basketball court, the first step is to determine for what it will be used. Basketball court dimensions are standardized by the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Nationa...

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Basketball Goal Regulation Height
September 24, 2025
5 min read

Basketball Goal Regulation Height

Basketball goals are often made with adjustable basketball hoops, which can cause some confusion over setting the appropriate rim height. Customers often ask us if there is a uniform basketball goal r...

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Choosing the Right Soccer Goal for Your Age/Skill Level
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Choosing the Right Soccer Goal for Your Age/Skill Level

Soccer is immensely popular among young budding athletes, and it seems that, for kids, if they're not getting started in the sport at a very young age, they end up getting left behind and caught in th...

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Choosing the Right Football Goal
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Choosing the Right Football Goal

The sport of football, ever evolving, has come a long way from the days when the goal posts were shaped like the letter "H" with a post beneath each side of the crossbar. While the "H"-shaped goal pos...

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Choosing the Right Basketball Hoop for Your Home
September 24, 2025
3 min read

Choosing the Right Basketball Hoop for Your Home

If you want to place a recreation center in your own yard or driveway, or if you have kids who fashion themselves as the next NBA All-Star, it might be time to price out and shop for a basketball hoop...

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Basketball Court Lines and Markings
September 24, 2025
3 min read

Basketball Court Lines and Markings

The sport of basketball is not complex, but to the uninitiated, the series of lines and markings on a basketball court can look like a confusing set of hieroglyphics. What does it all mean? Court Line...

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Storage Space Required for Your New Athletic Equipment
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Storage Space Required for Your New Athletic Equipment

Whether you're buying new athletic equipment for use at home, at a school or at a sports complex, you'll need to think about whether you have the space to store it when it's not in use. In some cases,...

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Improving Basketball Shooting
September 24, 2025
3 min read

Improving Basketball Shooting

If you're about to play a game of basketball, in addition to your shorts, sneakers, wristbands and sports drinks, make sure you don't forget your shot. For all the amateur basketball players who log h...

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Choosing The Right Sports Seating Solution
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Choosing The Right Sports Seating Solution

Keep the crowd comfortable and the players, too, with the selection of bleachers and team benches available at First Team. All bleachers and benches sold at First Team are made with aluminum seat and...

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Volleyball Court Lines and Markings
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Volleyball Court Lines and Markings

Volleyball is a lot of fun, whether it's played in a gym, in the backyard, the park or on the beach. But for many, the lines and markings on a volleyball court are confusing. In order to clear up the...

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Choosing the Right Lacrosse Goal
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Choosing the Right Lacrosse Goal

Lacrosse is a sport whose popularity continues to grow by leaps and bounds, as more high schools launch varsity programs and more youth organizations develop lacrosse leagues. More sports-oriented fol...

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Football Field Lines and Markings
September 24, 2025
3 min read

Football Field Lines and Markings

Football fields in the United States sport different dimensions than those in Canadian Football, which plays by different rules with a field that is both longer and wider. For the uninitiated, some of...

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How to Hang Wall Padding
September 24, 2025
2 min read

How to Hang Wall Padding

Buying wall padding for your gymnasium or sports facility is a smart move. It's sure to keep players safer and reduce injuries during practices and games. However, it's important to make sure your wal...

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Lacrosse Field Lines and Markings
September 24, 2025
3 min read

Lacrosse Field Lines and Markings

A sport whose recent growth in popularity can match that of just about any other in the country, lacrosse is being played by a lot more youths at the lower levels and in high school now than ever befo...

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Advantages and Versatility of Tip-N-Roll Bleachers
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Advantages and Versatility of Tip-N-Roll Bleachers

Tip-N-Roll Bleachers are an innovative seating solution that many sports facilities are using to provide comfortable, safe seating for spectators. Learn more about this unique bleacher style and why i...

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History of the Breakaway Basketball Rim
September 24, 2025
2 min read

History of the Breakaway Basketball Rim

Have you ever wondered how the breakaway basketball rim came to be? Check out this guide to the history of this unique sports equipment and why it's still so important today.What is a Breakaway Rim?Be...

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Should I Get a Portable or Permanent Volleyball System?
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Should I Get a Portable or Permanent Volleyball System?

Volleyball has become one of the most popular participant sports in the world, leading to an increased demand for volleyball systems and equipment. If you are shopping for a volleyball system, you mig...

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Where Do Missed Shots Go?
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Where Do Missed Shots Go?

Far too many amateur basketball players are, unfortunately, experts on the art of the missed shot. Even the best three-point shooters in the NBA rarely exceed a 50 percent accuracy rate from that dist...

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How to Adjust Basketball Goal Height
September 24, 2025
3 min read

How to Adjust Basketball Goal Height

The process used to adjust the basketball goal height depends completely on the type of basketball system you own. Please note: if you own a "fixed height" basketball system, your basketball goal heig...

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What are basketball rims made of?
September 24, 2025
1 min read

What are basketball rims made of?

Typical basketball rims are manufactured using high tensile carbon steel. The basketball hoop or ring (the part the ball goes through) is made from 5/8" diameter solid steel rod. This rod is formed in...

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Volleyball System Care and Maintenance
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Volleyball System Care and Maintenance

Whether you are a serious volleyball player or just one who enjoys the sport recreationally, the right volleyball system is out there for you. Competition volleyball systems are made from rigid steel,...

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Does a Warranty Cover Slam Dunks and Hanging on the Rim?
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Does a Warranty Cover Slam Dunks and Hanging on the Rim?

Once upon a time, dunking was against the rules in college basketball games. Then, even after those restrictions were relaxed, it long remained illegal to dunk during warmups of a high school basketba...

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Equipment Padding and Why You Need It
September 24, 2025
2 min read

Equipment Padding and Why You Need It

Upgrade the appearance of your gymnasium while making it a significantly safer venue for basketball games and other sporting events by installing the proper wall padding and column padding. Basketball...

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