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Choosing the Right Basketball Hoops for Your Kid

January 19, 2018 by Mandy Wright

Your children don’t have to go to your community’s basketball court just to play when you could create your own court in your yard or garage. All you need to buy is a quality basketball hoop specifically designed for children who were born to play basketball. If this is your first time buying, here are the following factors to consider:

Choosing between in-ground and portable basketball hoops

When you are going to shop your basketball hoops, you will most likely encounter an in-ground or portable basketball hoops. An in-ground basketball hope is sturdy because it’s buried deep in the ground and encased in concrete afterward. If you think you’re not going to rearrange the hope for a long time, we highly recommend that you buy an in-ground kids basketball hoops for better stability.

On the other hand, a portable backboard provides great flexibility. You can use sand, water, or cement for the ballast. Just make sure that you do not let the water standing for a long time otherwise it would evaporate and trip over when used harshly. Worst is that it could lead mosquitoes to lie eggs on the standing water and pose a threat to children playing basketball.

Make sure you have proper location

In determining the size of the kid’s basketball hoops that you intend to buy, consider the location in your house where you are planning to mount the basketball hoops. As much as possible, make sure that it’s large enough for your kids to play and it must have a paved surface so that the ball could dribble smoothly. In some states, placing basketball hoops on the sidewalk is considered illegal, so you should also be mindful with that.

Check the materials on the backboard

For basketball hoops that are specifically designed for kids, graphite and polyethylene are the most popular materials. Acrylic backboards, on the other hand, are ideal for kids who are just starting to play basketball. However, if you intend to provide basketball hoops for training, we suggest you buy polycarbonate backboards instead.

Opt for height adjustment mechanism

If you have several kids who wanted to play basketball, then you should opt for a basketball hoop that has a height adjustment mechanism. In that way, all of them can play in the same hoop without worrying about their height.

Most adjustable basketball hoops can be easily moved from 7 feet to 10 feet, whichever you desire. It also helps you save money by buying additional hoops for them to play with.

Considering the fact that basketball is one of the most popular sports in the entire world, it’s no wonder that your children are fond of playing this game. It helps them to become physically active, develop their critical thinking skills in creative strategies, and learn sportsmanship in playing with other kids. Buying the right kids basketball hoops for your children will help you to provide a great basketball game experience in the comfort of your own home.

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