Basketball hoops

Playing at home

A hoop in the garden, driveway, or yard allows you to practice your shooting and dribbling every day, without waiting for training. In competition, the hoop is set at three metres five from the ground, on a rectangular backboard. For children, an adjustable hoop allows them to start lower and raise it as they grow, to maintain a correct shooting technique.

The rest of basketball

Basketball also includes:

• Balls.
• Shoes.
• Clothing.
• NBA.
• Equipment.

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Wall-mounted or portable

A wall-mounted hoop, like the Spalding, is fixed to a wall or a cemented pole: stable and durable, it is suitable for permanent installations. The Arena Slam backboard features a spring hoop that bends under the weight of a dunk and then returns to position. A portable hoop, like the Softee Deluxe, rests on a base that can be weighted with water or sand: it can be moved, adjusted in height, and folded for winter. It should be weighted properly so it doesn’t tip over, especially when players hang on the hoop.

Mini hoops and maintenance

The mini hoops in the colours of ASVEL, Paris Basketball or the Golden State Warriors are mounted on a door: you can play with a small foam ball in your room, and they make great gifts for young fans. The ring Spordas is used for skill games at school. Outdoors, the net wears out in the sun and rain: the Wilson NBA net is easily replaced by attaching it to the hooks of the hoop. Regularly check the fixings of a wall-mounted hoop and the weight of a portable hoop.

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Frequently asked questions

At what height should a basketball hoop be set?

In competition, the hoop is placed three metres five from the ground. For young children, an adjustable hoop that can go much lower helps maintain correct shooting technique, then the hoop can be raised as they grow.

What hoop should be installed in a garden or driveway?

A weighted base hoop is movable and requires no fixing: fill the base with water or sand to stabilize it. A wall-mounted hoop is more stable and takes up less space if the facade is strong enough.

What ball should be used with a kids' hoop?

Match the ball to the player's hand: size five for young children, size six for teenagers and women, size seven for men. A ball that's too big encourages the child to throw with both arms and throws off their shot.

Will an indoor mini hoop damage a door?

Mini hoops, like those from ASVEL, Paris Basketball or the Golden State Warriors, are mounted at the top of a door or to a wall. A foam or soft rubber ball avoids marks and limits noise in the house.

When should the net on an outdoor hoop be replaced?

As soon as it frays or has broken strands, often after a winter outside. A replacement net, like the Wilson NBA net, can be hooked onto the hoop's hooks in minutes, restoring the hoop’s neat appearance.