LOCKED right structural choice

LDD-22 · Basketball Hoop System

One-line intent

No wall-mounted load — independent slab-anchored steel goal frame.

Locked decisions

Open items / engineer review

Cost drivers

Pro-grade slab-anchored hoop $4–18K · Retractable mechanism (if chosen) +$4–10K · Anchor + slab prep $0.5–1.5K · Second hoop for full court +$4–18K · Court lines $1.5–4K. Single fixed: $8–14K. Retractable full-court: $16–35K.

Air-gap concerns

  • Anchor pattern must be set before slab pour. Retrofit via core drill + epoxy works but less robust under repeat dunk impact.
  • Slab thickness under hoop — typically 8" + #4 rebar at 12" OC vs 4–6" elsewhere. Coordinate with structural.
  • Backboard clearance to clerestory when retracted (LDD-04).
  • True full-court won't fit 60' E–W; practice court (43') easily fits.
  • Net spec — chain or pro nylon; buy spares.

Cross-references

← Inputs from

LDD-04 central no-glass zone · LDD-01 slab thickness · LDD-24 urethane floor

Diagram

West gym elevation showing backboard placement
Backboard placement defines the central no-glass zone on the hero wall.