Court recommendations
The Best Choice Products 4.4-10ft Hoop is arguably the most "ironclad" choice for your BrimBall vision, featuring a spring-mounted breakaway rim and easy 8.5-foot adjustment. For more affordable options, consider junior level hoops from Mcq Kids or EDX Adjustable Hoops, though they may require additional stability. For the best value on a high-quality "dunkable" hoop, check local marketplaces.
DunkBall Hoop Choices
When selecting a hoop for DunkBall, stability and a breakaway rim are key to a great experience. Here's a breakdown of recommended options to get you started:
Best choice products 4.4-10ft hoop
The Best Choice Products 4.4-10ft Hoop is arguably the most "ironclad" choice for your BrimBall vision. It features a spring-mounted breakaway rim specifically designed to handle the impact of dunks, and it easily adjusts to your 8.5-foot requirement.
Dunkability
Built with a pro-style breakaway rim to protect the backboard.
Stability
The base can be weighted with up to 400 lbs of water-activated gel or sand.
Portability
Includes front wheels for easy movement across a driveway or court.
Affordable junior hoops
If you are looking for the absolute lowest entry price, the Mcq Kids Basketball Hoop and the EDX Adjustable Hoop are extremely affordable. However, be aware that these are "junior" level hoops; while they reach 8.5 feet, they may require extra sandbags on the base to stay stable during a dunk.
Value
These are the cheapest options to hit that 8.5-foot mark.
Build
Lightweight plastic bases and thinner poles make them very easy to move, but less "sturdy" than the Best Choice model.
Pro-tip for brimball pilots
To get a high-quality "dunkable" hoop for even less, check Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist in Folsom. Many people sell heavy-duty Lifetime or Spalding hoops (which usually retail for $300+) for under $50 just to get them out of their driveway. You can then use the "Brim Bracket" concept we discussed to lock them at exactly 8.5 feet.
Court dimensions & setup
Unleash the potential of any outdoor court! To get these distances right, you have to look at how the lines are positioned relative to the baselines. On a high school court, the backboard hangs 4 feet in from the baseline, and the free-throw line is 15 feet from the backboard. This means the free-throw line is exactly 19 feet from the baseline.
Length of half court
A regulation high school court is 84 feet long. Half court length: Exactly 42 feet.
Length from free-throw line to free-throw line
To find this, you subtract the distance from the baseline to each free-throw line (19 feet + 19 feet) from the total court length. Calculation: 84 - (19 + 19) = 46. Distance: 46 feet.
Length of "half of free-throw to free-throw"
If you are standing exactly at the midcourt line and looking toward the free-throw line: Calculation: 42 - 19 = 23. Distance: 23 feet.
Summary table for high school courts
| Segment | Length |
|---|---|
| Full Court | 84 feet |
| Half Court | 42 feet |
| FT Line to FT Line | 46 feet |
| Half Court Line to FT Line | 23 feet |
| Baseline to FT Line | 19 feet |
Interesting fact
On a Pro/College court (94 feet long), the distance from the half-court line to the free-throw line is 28 feet, making it a much longer "laundry list" of a run during a fast break! Would you like me to calculate the distance for any other specific spots, like from the three-point line to the half-court line?
Where can i get a cheap adjustable hoop to start?
You can get started with a cheap adjustable hoop at Walmart, this is the best value I have found: EDX 8.5 Foot Height Shatter-proof Outdoor Portable Basketball System. In the future, the basket will have a 4 inch by 4 inch steel pole that will allow dunkers to hang on the rim and have padding on the pole and backboard edges, and will have a spring loaded hoop to have some give.
Where can i play dunkball right now?
We are just starting, hoping to have our first official branded court in Northern California in 2026, but for now you can play DunkBall by getting two adjustable hoops together anywhere and try it out, make sure to post videos and tag us!
What's the best hoop for a "real" dunkball experience?
For a professional feel that won't break on the first dunk, go with the Best Choice Products model. It has the breakaway rim you need for a "real" BrimBall experience.
What are the key dimensions for a high school court?
A regulation high school court is 84 feet long, with a half court length of 42 feet. The distance from free-throw line to free-throw line is 46 feet, and from the half-court line to the free-throw line is 23 feet. The baseline to free-throw line is 19 feet.
Get playing
Ready to experience the thrill of DunkBall? With the right hoop and court knowledge, you can set up your own court anywhere. Start dunking, share your moves, and become part of the DunkBall revolution. We can't wait to see your game!