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Indoor Basketball Hoops


Before shopping for indoor basketball hoops there are several elements that must be considered. Firstly, what type of indoor basketball hoop do you want to install, whether it be free standing or wall mounted. This directly relates to the offset (the distance from the pole to the backboard and defines the play area underneath the basket).

A free-standing or pole-mounted hoop has an offset that doesn’t change and a wall-mounted hoop needs a system that moves it into place. Ultimately a wall-mounted indoor basketball hoop is more affordable but is more effort to set up.

If your contemplating purchasing pole-mounted basketball hoops there is the option of having high quality fixed basketball hoops or portable basketball hoops, both having their own benefits. Portable hoops are very functional and can be used outside, whereas fixed basketball hoops are more durable and are generally installed for real professional indoor basketball courts.

The second consideration is whether or not to have an opaque backboard. Transparent backboards could create an invisible effect for players creating problems during gameplay, however traditional opaque wooden backboards create a more reliable performance for all players.

The final consideration when looking to purchasing your own indoor basketball hoop is the location If you’re intending on creating a fully working basketball court, the court itself must be in the right condition, the court needs to be measured to size and have painted boundary lines. If you’re investing in quality indoor basketball the basketball court needs to reflect the decision.

Popular Indoor Basketball Hoops


A popular pole-mounted fixed indoor basketball hoop is the Goalrilla GS-I In-Ground Basketball Hoop, the pro style rigidity of tempered glass is combined with the legendary Goalrilla performance in the Goalrilla GS-I In-Ground Basketball Hoop with 72-inch Glass Backboard. Besides being one of the most affordable basketball systems with a tempered glass backboard, this Goalrilla basketball hoop also features a durable all-steel actuator that is designed make adjustment a breeze. Overall the Goalrilla hoop has affordability, features and quality.

As the main alternative to the fixed hoop is the portable range, Spalding 68454 Basketball Hoops System is a classic model for pure quality and ease of a portable basketball hoop, with 54-inch Glass Backboard features a three-piece 4-inch square pole, a 54-inch glass backboard that offers ultimate basketball responsiveness on every shot and rebound and the Arena Slam breakaway basketball rim. The price is almost half of that of the fixed indoor basketball hoop.

The final option is a wall/roof mounted basketball hoop. Goalsetter Systems’ GS48 is a great model for people who need this unique type of hoop. It features a 48-inch glass basketball backboard, a heavy duty flex breakaway basketball rim, and a 2 1/2 foot extension from the wall to the front of the backboard. With a simple turn of the height adjustment handle, the patented external Height Adjustment Mechanism easily adjusts the height of the basketball hoop from 6′ to 10′, making it great for players of various ages and experience. Wall-mounted indoor basketball hoops are great for school/college gyms.


Children’s Basketball Hoops


A children’s basketball hoop is one of the best gifts you can buy for your young one for his/her birthday. After all, if your child is looking at becoming the next Kobe Bryant, it is best to start early. There are a variety of basketball hoops to choose from for children and they generally reflect the age of the child and whether they are playing for fun or training to become better at the sport.

Portable and In-Ground Children’s Basketball Hoops
Portable children basketball hoops are great for kids to have the option of playing at home. Portable hoops are ideal as they can quickly be moved around to the desired location.

Alternatively in ground basketball hoops provide a child with a “real-feel” response to the game, meaning practicing on an in-ground basketball hoop gives them ample experience to perform well in a real game. The downside for in ground basketball hoops are that they harder to put up, and even harder to change to a new location, so it is important to choose the ideal place to set up for your child to play to avoid this issue.

Popular Children’s Basketball Hoops

Little Tikes Totsports have a popular model for young children aged 1-1/2 Years of age, which makes it perfect for introducing a young child to the sport of basketball. It’s not only fun to play, but also helps a young child develop social and motor skills, particularly eye and hand co-ordination. The basketball hoop set is quick and easy to setup and includes an oversized rim and junior sized basketball and the base is designed to prevent the set from tipping over. Overall it is perfect for a youngster to start playing and is an affordable and practical children’s basketball hoop.

For children who are in between the youngster hoop and a full-sized adult basketball, the Spalding Youth One on One Portable Basketball Hoop may be perfect for them. With a 10-inch diameter plastic-molded rim, 24-inch wide plastic backboard, and telescoping light duty pole a young player is able to easily practice their skills. A popular feature with this model is the ability to adjust the playing surface height from 32 to 52 inches to suit the height and ability level of your players. The Spalding Youth One on One Portable Basketball is perfect if your child is interested in the sport and wants to play at a high level when they are older. For the older child there are many full sized portable children basketball hoops in market, the Lifetime 32” Youth.

Portable Hoop is an ideal basketball hoop for a child who enjoys the game and wants more practice to become better. Perfect for the back yard, your child will be able to develop their skills and exercise. Lifetime portable basketball goals are built to endure rigorous, competitive play. Their basketball systems are designed with weather-resistant, high-impact polyethylene plastic and powder-coated steel. The base is easily filled with sand or water and becomes a strong safe and portable piece of equipment. This Lifetime basketball hoop also comes with a 5-year warranty.


In-Ground Basketball Hoop


In-ground basketball hoops are used for both indoor and outdoor and manufactured by many companies. The qualities of these hoops have developed over the years and now have a range of different features. The most obvious benefit of an in-ground basketball hoop is its stability and security. They are installed by cementing the pole straight into the ground, or through the assistance of a ground sleeve or bolt plate. The more expensive the basketball hoop is the more likely it’s installed by bolt plate which has a greater stability over the hoop.


Advantages and Disadvantages
Because the in ground basketball hoop is a lot more stable it is common to see the backboard and hoop being more heavy and of higher quality, because of the strength of the base it is able to withhold the weight.

The main disadvantage is the effort in installing the hoop – you may need to buy additional tools to install the hoop, and a couple of bags of cement which adds to the total cost of purchasing the hoop. An in-ground basketball hoop is fixed – once it is installed it will be very difficult to move its location.

Installing an In-Ground Basketball Hoop
Installing an in-ground basketball hoop can be a difficult task, which makes in-ground hoops less commonly used. You can either do it yourself or have a expert basketball hoop installer do it for you.

It takes several days to install which weighs heavily on the concrete to cure. Your first step is dig the hole the post will fit into. The depth is dependent on the system you have but should have instructions of the depth and width It is crucial the basketball hoop is installed at the right depth and height to ensure its safety. The basketball hoop needs to be secure as the concretes to ensure it is level.

Popular In Ground Basketball Hoops
The Lifetime 71799 In-Ground Basketball System with 50-inch Shatter Guard Backboard is a typical high performance in-ground basketball hoop. You can drive to the hoop and score off the glass on the Lifetime 71799 Shatterguard Fusion 50-in Action Grip In-Ground Basketball System. Complete with a Shatterguard Fusion backboard and a Slam-it rim for long-lasting use, the system is supported by a 3-piece, 3.5-in round action grip pole

The Pro Dunk Diamond basketball system is perfect for families. An innovative dual canister, quad spring, lift-assist mechanism neutralizes the weight of the backboard. This allows players of all ages to effortlessly adjust the height anywhere between 6′ and 10′ with the simple turn of a handle. This system is high performance and top of the range in terms on functionality and features. The adjustable height option is very simple and makes it easy to adjust to the age/experience of the players.


How Much is an Indoor Basketball Court?

 

If you love basketball, having your own court in your home can be a dream come true. You can play whenever you want and stay in shape without paying for a gym membership. If you have children, you can introduce them to the sport properly and teach them to love it as much as you do while getting them away from their video games. As great as this is, it, of course, will cost you some money. While the final cost will be different for everyone depending on how big you want your court and what you want to be done, there are general costs that can be estimated to help give you a better idea of what to expect to spend on an indoor basketball court. 

 

The Cost of an Indoor Court

On average, an indoor basketball court measuring 94 feet by 50 feet can cost you a bare minimum of $11,000. However, according to research, the average price of a standard indoor court is around $35,000 while the more expensive courts can set you back closer to $75,000. To break this down, an indoor basketball court can cost you anywhere from $3.50 to $17 per square foot. 

If you already have the available space in your home, like a full basement, a large garage, or similar indoor space, you can cut some of the early expenses since you won’t have to build an add-on to your home to create your basketball court. To give you a better idea of how much each aspect of your basketball court will cost, here is a breakdown of the individual expenses on the low range and the high range. Please note that these estimations assume that your available space is already properly equipped and isn’t just an unfinished space.   

  • Flooring: $3,000 - $30,000
  • Hoop: $300 - $1,600
  • Paint: $50 - $100
  • Labor: $13,000 - $40,000

These prices are general estimates and don’t take into account personal preferences in terms of flooring, paint, or the chosen construction company. Those preferences may save you some money or increase the cost. Your location and necessary building permits may also add to your final costs.

 

Different Flooring Options

There are different types of flooring that you can use for your indoor basketball court, some more expensive than others. If you’re looking to save money, this is where you can compare options and find the best option that fits your budget.

Hardwood Flooring

Professional arenas and quality gyms use maple hardwood for their indoor basketball courts. These are high-quality floors that are naturally associated with indoor courts. They’re quite durable and will last you a long time. In terms of their cost, you’ll likely pay as little as $3.50 per square foot or up to $6 just for the wood. You can then expect to pay $3 to $8 per square foot for installation. If you’re looking to create a full-size court, you can pay around $30,000, on the low end, for maple hardwood. However, a smaller 3-on-3 basketball court will only cost you around $5,500.

Laminate Flooring

If you like the look of maple hardwood but don’t particularly like the price (or the involved upkeep), laminate is a good alternative. This is a synthetic material that gives you the same look as hardwood but doesn’t have the exact same durability (it will still last, though). It costs anywhere from $0.70 to $2 per square foot for the flooring and from $2 to $8 for the installation totally between $13,000 and $47,000 for a full court and from $2,500 to $9,000 for a 3-on-3 court. This makes it significantly cheaper than hardwood.

Enhanced Cement Slabs

If you’re not incredibly picky about your indoor basketball court looking like one you’d find in a gym or professional arena, you can use the cement flooring in your home (if you have it) to save you money as well as renovation time. Here, you can coat the concrete slabs in epoxy to protect the concrete and create a stable, durable floor to play on. Cement is obviously durable but may be harder on your body since it’s a lot harder than hardwood or laminate. This is an inexpensive option that costs around $3,000 for a small space (around $6 per square foot for materials as well as installation).

 

Possible Additional Costs

There are other additional elements that you may want for your indoor basketball court that can add to the overall cost of creating one. For example, if you’re looking for specific lighting, you’ll have to pay for the fixtures and installation. This can cost around $500 just for the materials and installation. If there is no electrical wiring in the available space, that will increase the cost, too. Ductwork and ventilation for cooling or heating systems for the space is another possible installation that you may want. If you are interested in that it can cost around $1,000.

You may also have some unavoidable extra costs to get your space ready for the initial construction of the court. For example, if you want the space to be bigger you’ll have to pay to extend the square footage of the room. This can cost tens of thousands of dollars and is dependent on your individual circumstances. You may need other types of remodeling like putting up walls or ceiling panels. Any type of remodeling can cost you thousands of dollars extra.      

Making Your Own Court vs. Hiring a Professional

As with any construction project, you have the option of doing the work yourself. While this won’t save you money on the material it will certainly save you money on labor and installation. However, if you don’t have the technical know-how and experience doing this type of work, it might be better to leave it to the professionals.

Assuming you do have experience with this kind of project, you’re looking at a hard job that will take more than one person to do properly. While this isn’t easy, if you have a team you can work with, you can do this by just paying the cost of the materials and whatever you agree to pay your DIY helpers. Since this is a big job, there might be some parts of it that you can’t do on your own. For example, if you need concrete mixed and poured, you can’t feasibly do this on your own. You can, however, have concrete mixed and poured for you by professionals for around $3,500 and do the rest of the work on your own.

 As you can see, creating an indoor basketball court isn’t an inexpensive job by any means. Even if you have the space available and it’s completely ready for construction, you’re still looking at the cost of the flooring materials, the hoop(s), labor, and any additional expenses to make your dream court a reality. Be sure to take all of the costs into account and budget your money properly to get the job done without hurting yourself financially.

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