Featuring the popular 54" x 36" backboard of the Goalsetter All-Star and a 4" square off-set post design with slimmer lines, the Contender is just right for growing families who recognize features and quality in a basketball goal at a budget-friendly price. The Contender completely redefines the expectations of a mid-sized goal with a corrosion-resistant finish that is engineered to withstand the wear and tear of the outdoors, season after season. Because the goal uses the internal compression height adjusment to fully adjust from 6'-10', the Contender provides your family with years of unparalleled home court play.
Fully tempered glass backboard — acrylic backboard option also available
No dead spots on backboard corners
1-1/2" structural steel H-Frame — extra backboard stability and consistent ball response
Nylon bushings at each pivot point
1/4" thick steel bushings for rim mounting
Rounded edges and corners for safer play
Goal System Details
Rim height is infinitely adjustable from 6' to 10' — patented internal compression height adjustment
4" square off-set pole — minimizes shake and vibration
One-piece structural steel post
7 gauge steel (3/16" wall thickness) on poles — much thicker than competing systems
1 Primer coat and 2 coats of baked-on acrylic enamel — superior to powder coated parts
Wide grip, die-formed extension arms — no cut and welded joints
2-1/2' extension from pole to backboard — safe play area
Made in the USA
Limited Lifetime Warranty
The patented internal compression height adjustment mechanism is inside the goal pole, increasing safety and shielding parts from the elements. The 3-foot high, easy-to-reach crank handle can be replaced with a pin lock to prevent changing the basketball goal height.
The exclusive hinged ground-anchor system enables complete assembly of your basketball goal by 2-3 persons without ladders and a scaffold prior to raising it upright. A 42" square steel anchor placed in the gound provides unmatched stability and durability.
When it’s time to move, your Goalsetter basketball hoop moves with you by simply purchasing a replacement ground anchor.
Every Goalsetter basketball goal is made in the USA with superior quality and workmanship. Your Goalsetter basketball hoop will provide many years of fun, exercise and memories for the entire family.
Warranty Statement Describes the details of the Limited and Limited Lifetime Warranties.
Contender Signature Series Installation and Owner's Instructions for Contender Signature Series Internal Jack Adjustable Height Goal Systems
You will receive a Shipment Confirmation email from Co-Line MFG detailing your order and including tracking information.
How soon your Goalsetter will ship.
1-2 business days: This in-ground basketball hoop is typically in stock and should ship from Goalsetter within 1-2 business days on orders placed M-F.
5-7 business days: Please allow 5-7 business days for transit time, after a system leaves Goalsetter. Delivery times will vary according to the location of your shipping address.
Please note that business days are Monday-Friday, excluding federal holidays within the United States.
Because of Goalsetter product weight and carton size, our basketball systems must be shipped via a freight trucking company by ground freight. Expedited shipping is not available.
Receiving your Goalsetter system.
The freight company will contact you by phone to schedule a date and time window for delivery (generally a minimum of a four-hour window).
An adult (over the age of 21) must be available to accept, unload, inspect, and sign for the delivery. In the unlikely event of damage, the delivery receipt MUST state the damage before it is signed.
The item will be delivered to your designated shipping address. Please be aware that the freight delivery company is not responsible for unloading or carrying your item from the truck.
Your package is likely to be heavy and large. Therefore, we recommend that you have someone with you to assist you in unloading and carrying your item.
The total shipping charge does not include removal of cartons or assembly of your basketball system.
For additional information pertaining to item availability or shipping times.
In the unlikely event of freight damage during shipment, please contact Goalsetter IMMEDIATELY.
Our contact phone: 800.362.4625
Easiest installation and the strongest foundation available.
Goalsetter basketball hoops are the easiest to install of any in-ground basketball hoop on the market. Whether you do it yourself or hire a pro is up to you. In either event, the patented Ground-Hinge Anchor System, provides the strongest foundation available, surpassing the "J-Bolt" method used by popular competitors.
(Costs for professional installation can range from $335 to $400 for goals up to 60" backboard, and $375 to $425 for 72" backboard goals. Prices differ among local Goalsetter Dealers and our Nationwide and Regional Network of Goalsetter Installers.)
Nationwide and Regional Network of Goalsetter Installers.
When a local dealer is not available, refer to our knowledgeable, proven Nationwide and Regional Network of Goalsetter basketball hoop installers. The only installers we will add to our list are those who have successfully installed a system for a Goalsetter customer.
When hiring a pro installer, installation charges can vary depending on system size, your location, and the surface area. A rock-hard surface, or other location irregularities can cause a variation from the ranges stated above. View our list of basketball hoop installers.
Installing a Goalsetter yourself.
Two or three people can install a Goalsetter in-ground basketball hoop without the use of ladders or scaffolds.
The combination of the patented Ground-Anchor Hinge System and the Assembly Lock Plate allow complete assembly of the Goalsetter goal before it is raised upright.
The toughest task of a Goalsetter installation is digging the hole. Yet, at 18" diameter by 48" deep, it's a smaller hole than required for other heavy-duty in-ground systems.
Add 10 to 12 bags of QuickCrete around the anchor hinge. When the cement is completely dry (usually after 48 hours), the rest of the system can be assembled by persons standing on the ground.
You can find detailed assembly instructions in the "Manuals" tab on this page, or in our Customer Service section.
For questions, please contact us.
Our contact phone: 800.362.4625
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Rob H 02/3/2015
High Quality
This hoop is very high quality. We love that it is made in the USA.
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Patrick S 10/23/2014
Great Design
This is a very easy to assemble system. This system is very durable and holds up well to the Midwest weather. We love our new Goalsetter system.
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Kirk G 10/3/2014
High Qualtiy
This system is very high quality. The ease of adjustment makes it so my kids can adjust the height.
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Keith L 09/22/2014
Looks Great
This hoop looks great and was very easy to assemble. My family loves our new Goalsetter and the kids are super excited to use it.
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Amanda S 09/16/2014
High quality
Very high quality of system that has a very nice glass backboard. We love the ease of height adjustment.
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Tony K 09/15/2014
Solid frame
Love the height adjust-ability of the systems.Very solid system that is built to last.
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Kyle C 09/12/2014
Very durable
This system is very durable and looks great in our driveway. A perfect fit for our family.
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Shana D 09/5/2014
Great system
We love how easy it is to change the height! Work great for our kids to play on and they can adjust the height themselves. Sleek look and the neighbors love it.
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Chad C 08/28/2014
Solid Build
This hoop is very easy to adjust and has a very solid glass backboard. Love that it is made in Iowa. Great American made product.
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Kristen V 08/27/2014
Very Durable
This hoop has a great feature with the internal crank. The durability of the system is amazing. One of the best aspects is the ability to purchase another anchor so we can take the system with us if we ever move.
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Jerry D 08/21/2014
Built to last
This is a very solid hoop that is built to last! Solid design and sleek look.
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Kevin K 08/20/2014
Durable Hoop
This hoop works great! It is so easy to install, my kids can adjust the height with no issues, and this hoop is built to last. Great American made product.
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Evelyn S 08/19/2014
Great Hoop
This hoop is great for our driveway. Fits perfectly in the space.
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April F 08/18/2014
Great height adjustment.
This hoop works great for our family. I love seeing our children being anxious to go "shoot hoops". This hoop is great for our kids and their friends.
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Jeff A 08/12/2014
Quality System
This is a very quality hoop that works great for my family and friends.
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Steve S 08/8/2014
Easy Installation
This hoop is so durable and is going to last us a lifetime. We are thrilled about how it looks and our kids love to play on it!
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Courtney B 08/7/2014
Great Hoop
This is a great hoop for my family. I love the fact that my kids can lower it by themselves! Works great for when my kids have friends over to play.
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Anthony N 08/1/2014
Great Hoop
This is a great hoop that is easy to adjust from 6 to 10 feet. It is very easy for our kids to adjust the height.
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Jim W 07/31/2014
Sturdy hoop
This hoop is extremely sturdy and has a great range of height. It is so easy to assemble this hoop with the great instructions provided. The height adjustment feature is so easy to use and is great for all ages.
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Curtis M 07/29/2014
Quality System
This is a great hoop for my family. This hoop has great workmanship and is of great quality.
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Randy F 07/28/2014
Great hoop
This is a great hoop that is very easy to adjust the height.
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Mark S 07/24/2014
Solid built system
This is a great hoop that was easy to install. Easy to put up wiht 1-2 people with great instructions included. Love that it is built in the USA!
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Bice K 07/23/2014
Great Design & Look
Love the fact that this product is made in America! It is built like a tank and is something I was proud to buy.
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Jeff B 07/17/2014
Great system
We love the adjustable height and how sturdy the entire hoop is. This is a great system!
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Eric V 07/16/2014
Very Sturdy Hoop
This is a very sturdy hoop! The backboard does not wobble when you shoot like others do. I like how low it goes for the the kids and how easy it is to raise and lower.
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Cael C 07/11/2014
Great Look
The Contender is a strong hoop that is built to last. It is very durable and is really cool looking also!
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Steve S 04/7/2014
Made in the USA!
I appreciated the ease of installation and the apparent strength o f the system! I am looking forward to a lifetime of hoops with Goalsetter! Everything was "Made in America"!
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Eldon E 04/7/2014
Built to last!
I love the quality and sturdiness of my Contender Internal system! This goal is built to last! I am very pleased with my purchase and would recommend Goalsetter systems.
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Dennis T 04/4/2014
Very Pleased
The things I like most about my Contender system: The ease of installation, the ease of adjusting height, and the durability (heavy duty).
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Ryan K 03/24/2014
Contender
I was impressed with how easy this product was to install. The installation instructions were easy to follow. I am very pleased with my Contender system.
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Troy P 01/16/2014
Durable
I purchased the Contender Internal goal and I am impressed with the durability of this product.
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David A 10/31/2013
Good Solid System
This is a good, solid system. Our children are all different ages and it is very easy to adjust the height. I am very pleased and would recommend this product.
