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Dublin's #1 Basketball Hoops
Keeping children active at home can sometimes be challenging, but a basketball hoop is the perfect fun solution, with plenty of different sizes, types, materials, and styles to suit a range of outdoor and indoor spaces.
Check out our wide range of portable basketball hoop sets, wall-fixed basketball backboards and hoops and rebounders.
Basketball Hoops FAQ:
What height should a basketball hoop be?
10 feet
Throughout gyms, parks, and driveways around the world, basketball hoops are almost always 10 feet (3 meters) off the ground. Some leagues for young children play on shorter hoops, but from junior high schools through the professional leagues, the game is played on hoops of the standard 10-foot height.
How long does a basketball hoop last?
Even the best basketball system will need some attention from time to time. The net will need to be replaced every 1-5 years.
How far is the 3 point line?
The NBA has a 22-foot 3-point line in the corners and a 23-foot, 9-inch line elsewhere. The WNBA and the international game plays with a 20-foot, 6-inch line. The NCAA men's game has a 20-foot, 9-inch line while the NCAA women and high schools have a 19-foot, 9-inch line.
How do I pick the right basketball hoop?
A good rule of thumb is to choose a backboard size based on the size of your playing space. If you've got a home court or a large driveway, go for 72” - 60” backboards. If you're looking for a goal to put in a one-car drive way, shoot for the 54” - 44” range.
Is acrylic or polycarbonate backboards better?
Polycarbonate backboards are five times stronger than acrylic ones. Much like acrylic, polycarbonate backboards are built for durability. Polycarbonate also comes at a good budget price as acrylic backboards do.
Should I put sand or water in my basketball hoop?
Sand is about 45% denser than water, which increases the system's stability making it more difficult to tip the system. Sand makes it more difficult to move the system on a regular basis if needed. ... Water is significantly easier and cheaper than filling with sand.