If you have kids, a growing family, or just enjoy spending time with friends, adding a basketball system to your home can give you many memorable moments. Basketball systems give your entire family a place to play, release stress, and hang out with friends and each other.

Choosing which hoop or goal is right for you depends on who will be playing and what type of playing will take place. Some people use their basketball system as a place to hang out and shoot hoops. Others use their system for intense competitive play. Still others use their system for practice time to be ready for a school or community team. The type of play will determine the type of system that is right for your home.

A basketball system is made up of a backboard, rim, net, and sometimes a pole and/or base. When choosing a basketball system for your home, there are three main types to consider. Each of these systems works well for home use and is outdoor friendly. The three main types of systems for home use are portable, in-ground, and wall-mounted.

Portable basketball systems stand by themselves. They do not need to be connected to any building or even the ground. They come with a backboard, rim, net, pole, and base. The base will need to be filled with sand or water to make the system stabile enough for play. Portable systems are easy to use and to set up.

The most typical type of portable basketball system is an adjustable system. This means you can adjust the height as needed. This is great for growing families. Small and big kids alike can have a chance at making a basket and practicing on their level. Adults can play as well when the height is adjusted to its maximum. Portable basketball systems are not as sturdy as in-ground systems, but they are durable and long lasting.

Another type of basketball system that is great for home use is an in-ground pole system. These systems are permanent. A hole is dug in the ground where you want your system to be placed. The pole is then dropped into the hole and cement is poured. They are definitely not as easy as a portable system to install, but they can give you the stability you need. An in-ground system is a good choice, if you have a space you can dedicate to game time.

The third type of basketball hoops system for home use is the wall mounted system. This system has a backboard, rim, and net. A wall mounted system can be mounted to the side of your house or your garage. This too is a permanent system. Once mounted, it will be stable for years of fun use.

A portable system is ideal for fun play, growing kids, or a little one on one. The in-ground system and wall mounted system are for more intense play. If you are on a team and are looking for practice time or love to have several friends over for some tough competition, one of the permanent systems is right for you.