Goalsetter Contender 54" In Ground Basketball Hoop

The Goalsetter Contender 54" In Ground Basketball Hoop delivers professional performance and long-lasting durability for home basketball courts, driveways, and training setups of all skill levels. This premium in-ground system features a competition-style backboard, a heavy-duty steel support structure, and smooth height adjustability designed to grow with every athlete in the family. Made in the USA and built to last, the Contender system brings gym-quality play to your own backyard.

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High-Performance Design for Players of All Ages

The standard 54" wide by 36" high backboard offers the perfect size for home installation while still providing aggressive rebound response and professional shooting accuracy. The height easily adjusts from 6 feet to 10 feet, allowing younger players to build confidence while older athletes enjoy full-regulation gameplay. The patented internal compression adjustment design enhances safety by eliminating exposed pinch points and ensuring smooth, reliable operation.

Key Features and Benefits

Backboard Details

• 54" wide x 36" high x 3/8" thick competition-grade backboard

• Fully tempered glass for true ball response (acrylic option available)

• Reinforced structural steel H-Frame for backboard stability

• Zero dead-spot design for consistent rebounding across the entire surface

• Rounded corners and edges for safer play

• Nylon bushings and steel rim mounting bushings maximize durability

Goal System Construction

• Height adjusts infinitely from 6' to 10' for all skill levels

• Patented internal compression adjustment protects components and prevents pinch hazards

• One-piece 4" square structural steel pole reduces shake and vibration

• Heavy-duty 7-gauge pole wall thickness for superior strength

• Premium finish with primer and baked-on enamel coating to prevent rust and corrosion

• Die-formed extension arms with no welded joints minimize stress points

• 2.5' overhang creates a safe playing area under the basket

Installation and Stability

• Exclusive hinged ground anchor system for easier assembly and secure installation

• Steel anchor ensures unmatched rigidity and long-term foundation strength

• Hoop can be moved to a new location by simply installing a replacement ground anchor

• Designed for residential or commercial environments

Rim Options

Single Static Rim

• Solid steel, one-piece design for long-term reliability

• Continuous net lock for cleaner look and improved support

• Best for locations where breakaway action is not desired

• Includes hardware and nylon net

• One-year limited warranty

HD Breakaway Rim

• Single breakaway spring design provides 15-degree deflection under pressure

• Solid steel construction with protective finish

• Angled guard reduces risk of injury on aggressive play

• Two-year limited warranty

Collegiate Breakaway Rim

• Double-spring breakaway system for advanced play

• Deflects 15 degrees under heavy pressure

• Meets NCAA, NFHS, and NAIA regulation standards

• One-year limited warranty

Made in the USA Quality

Every Goalsetter Contender 54" system is crafted in the United States with exceptional engineering and premium materials. Backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty, this hoop is built to deliver years of performance, fitness, and backyard fun for the entire family.