First Team Thunder Portable Basketball Hoop

Facility-Ready Performance. Smooth Adjustability. Built for High-Use Environments.

The First Team Thunder Portable Basketball Hoop is a dependable, budget-conscious solution for facilities that need serious durability, smooth height adjustment, and easy portability. Designed for school gymnasiums, recreation complexes, churches, and multipurpose facilities, the Thunder delivers professional-grade playability without the cost of permanent installation.

If you need a high-quality portable basketball hoop that can handle daily use, the Thunder is built to perform.

Why Choose the First Team Thunder Portable Basketball Hoop?

A Smart Portable Solution for Facilities

The Thunder strikes the ideal balance between performance, safety, and affordability. Its rugged construction and smooth crank adjustment system allow it to withstand aggressive play while remaining easy to move and adjust between games, practices, and events.

Infinite Height Adjustment for All Levels of Play

Simple Crank Adjustment System

The Thunder features a user-friendly hand crank that allows infinite rim height adjustment from 10 feet down to 6 feet 6 inches. The telescoping mast design makes it easy to set the hoop for youth programs, recreational play, or regulation games.

Adjustments are smooth, controlled, and easy for staff or players to operate.

Extensive Backboard Options & Rim Protection

Custom Backboard Selection

The Thunder offers one of the most versatile backboard selections available, allowing you to match performance and budget needs:

• Acrylic or tempered glass backboards

• Sizes ranging from 36” x 54” up to 42” x 72”

Each package is built to deliver reliable rebound performance for facility play.

Direct-Mounted Rim Design

The rim is direct mounted, eliminating stress on the backboard and preventing breakage when players hang on the rim—an essential feature for high-use environments.

Optional TuffGuard Backboard Padding

Optional bolt-on TuffGuard backboard padding improves player safety and adds a professional look to your court.

Built for Mobility, Storage & Safety

Easy One-Person Transport

The Thunder is engineered for single-person mobility. A grip-style release crank unlocks the brake system, allowing all six roller wheels to engage the floor for smooth rolling across gym surfaces.

Compact Storage Design

The extension arm drops quickly, allowing the Thunder to pass easily under standard double doors for storage when not in use.

Off-Court Base Positioning

With a 48” post-to-backboard extension at regulation height, the base sits farther off the playing surface to improve player safety during aggressive play.

Safety, Durability & Facility Performance

Heavy Safety Padding

Thick foam padding covers the entire front of the base unit to reduce impact risk. Padding is available in multiple colors to match facility branding.

Wheel Configuration & Floor Load Ratings

• Rear wheels: 6” diameter

• Front caster wheels: 5” diameter

Floor load ratings:

• Rolling: 275 PSI

• Stationary: 210 PSI

The Thunder is stable enough to handle slam dunk action and will not tip when players hang on the rim.

Key Features at a Glance

• Facility-grade portable basketball hoop

• Infinite height adjustment from 10’ to 6’6”

• Simple, reliable crank adjustment system

• Acrylic or tempered glass backboards (36” x 54” to 42” x 72”)

• Direct-mounted rim for durability and safety

• 48” post-to-backboard extension at regulation height

• Six-wheel mobility system for smooth transport

• Drop-down extension arm for compact storage

• Heavy foam base padding (multiple color options)

• Optional TuffGuard backboard padding

• FREE base pad lettering available upon request

• Lifetime Superior Warranty

A Reliable Portable Hoop for Busy Facilities

The First Team Thunder Portable Basketball Hoop is a proven choice for facilities that need durable performance, easy adjustability, and dependable safety—all while staying within budget constraints.

If your gym, school, or recreation center needs a portable basketball hoop that delivers consistent results day after day, the Thunder is ready to take the court.

First Team Thunder Portable Basketball Goal Manual

Owners Manual:

First Team Thunder Portable Basketball Goal Manual