ve to cut the pole and start over?
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We’ve had a permanent cemented basketball hoop in our yard for 40 years and recently the hoop(was adjustable) broke and won’t go up so it’s no good except for shooting around. I want to keep a hoop in the yard so what are my options? Do I need to cut down the pole and start over? Or do they sell the hoop/backboard attachment that you can attach to the already grounded pole?
I’d like to buy just a new hoop/backboard and use the existing pole but not sure I can find one without buying the pole too!
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Sorry I know nothing about basketball but it seems a crying shame to cut down the pole even if you can’t find a replacement hoop and board.

I have faced many similar things and I find remembering the wise old saying “in order to get the right answer it is important to first ask the right question”…

I suggest you ask around those who should know such things – the coach at the local schools, local teams. If you don’t get satisfaction then why not ask your local repair shop or fabricator if they can make what you need at a reasonable cost.

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The better long-term option is to dig the pole out from the ground. This is a labor-intensive task that involves digging 2.5 to 3 feet under the surface to pull the pole from the ground without leaving behind anything. Next, they`ll remove the concrete surrounding the pole with either a sledgehammer or jackhammer.
Place the basketball pole in the hole and use a level to make sure it`s perfectly vertical. Then pour Fast-Setting Concrete into the hole, just four inches below ground level. You`ll need those four inches for the next step: pouring water inside the hole to saturate the concrete.
Installing an in-ground hoop would require 10-14 60lb bags of concrete, but it is recommended that you buy an extra bag or two just in case you need them. Mixing the concrete can be a tricky procedure. You need to make sure that the right amount of dry concrete and water is used.
If you can dig around the post with a regular shovel or spade, you can loosen the post`s foundation. The trick is to dig out soil from one side of the fence. To get maximum leverage, you`ll need to dig further than the base of the post. This will allow you to tip the post and extract it by lifting.
Adding water to the base is as simple as hooking a hose to the base hole. This is a cheaper and easier option than sand. If you plan on moving the hoop around a lot, water is a good choice since you can easily empty it from the base.
Sand is more expensive and more difficult to put in the base, but it will not evaporate like water. Water is significantly easier and cheaper than filling with sand. Water can freeze and if you live in a cold region, the water may possibly crack your base.
In general, a basketball rim can hold anywhere from 250 to 500 pounds (113.4 to 226.8 kilograms). The exact weight limit will depend on the factors mentioned above. Basketball hoops typically weigh between 375 and 500 pounds on average.
The concrete takes 3 days to cure in warm temperatures, so when the mercury begins to drop, the curing process can take significantly longer. Additionally, if the ground is frozen, it`ll be almost impossible to dig a hole.
How Thick Does Concrete Need to Be for a Basketball Court? All the court materials mentioned will require a concrete base level. You should expect to build an outdoor basketball court on a slab that`s no less than 4 inches thick.
Gravel: Filling the hole with gravel will help to support the fence post. This method is stronger than using dirt, but not as strong as using cement. Sand: Filling the hole with sand will help to support the fence post. Like gravel, this method is stronger than using dirt, but not as strong as using cement.
Whether you`re building a fence, setting a mailbox or even a basketball goal, the best way to ensure your posts will stay sturdy and true for years is to set them in concrete.
Start breaking the concrete 6 inches from the edge and work your way in. For slabs less than 3 inches thick, use a sledgehammer. For more than 3 inches thick, use a demolition hammer.
Break the concrete footing into two or more sections, using a cold chisel and steel mallet. Drive the tip of the chisel into the seam between the base of the post and top of the concrete until the concrete breaks. Repeat this on the opposite side of the post.
If you just want to remove the post, simplest way would be to cut the post at the base with some sort of cutting tools ie. angle grinder or saw, then cement over hole left behind. If you want to relocate the post, two ways to do that, one is by make a base portion then weld it to the post that you cut before.
Typical basketball rims are manufactured using high tensile carbon steel. The basketball hoop or ring (the part the ball goes through) is made from 5/8″ diameter solid steel rod. This rod is formed into a ring that measures 18″ across the inside.
What is a Ball Fake? A ball fake is when the offensive player moves the ball in one direction, without letting go of the ball, to fake out or distract their opponent and gain an advantage.
Basketball is a game of feel, and shooting a weighted ball will throw off the release point. If you`re a serious basketball player, playing in the rain could alter your jump shot. If you`re a casual pick-up game player, shooting a basketball in the rain won`t hurt!
Drink 8 ounces of fluid 20 to 30 minutes prior to exercise or during warm-up. Drink 7-10 ounces of fluid every 10 to 20 minutes during exercise. Drink an additional 8 ounces of fluid within 30 minutes after exercising. Drink 16-24 ounces of fluid for every pound of body weight lost after exercise.
Ideally, you`ll want to consider a replacement backboard constructed of the same material and about the same size as your existing backboard. This is mainly because different materials options weigh more than others and could cause an imbalance on your hoop.
Section I—A Player Shall Not: Touch the ball or the basket ring when the ball is sitting or rolling on the ring and using the basket ring as its lower base or hang on the rim while the ball is passing through.
While concrete offers a satisfying basketball bounce, the surface has very little give and can be harsh on players` legs and ankles. Concrete surfaces also pose an increased risk for concussion. Asphalt can tear up basketball shoes, skin and the basketball itself.
Hard maple offers the most consistent playing surface, but it also provides “bounce-back,” or shock resistance, to lessen fatigue on players` knees and ankles.
Sand is a reliable material to fill your base because it doesn`t leak or evaporate. It`ll remain within the base and provide excellent weight to anchor your basketball System. If you have opted to use water to fill the base, be sure to keep a careful eye on the water level.
The rims have always been 10-feet high since James Naismith posted 13 rules for a game he called “Basket Ball” in a Springfield, Mass., YMCA gym in 1891.

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