{"product_id":"first-team-36-x-54-1-4-thick-tempered-glass-backboard-ft216-1","title":"First Team 36\" X 54\" (1\/4\" Thick) Tempered Glass Backboard -  FT216","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFirst Team 36\" X 54\" (1\/4\" Thick) Tempered Glass Backboard -  FT216\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass Backboards for Serious Players!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake it official on the court with a tempered glass basketball backboard from First Team. Our rugged, durable glass backboards can replace your old, damaged or broken ones, and they're designed to stand up to the most aggressive gameplay. We even carry backboards that are guaranteed not to break even when players hang from the rim. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e36\"x54\" tempered glass basketball backboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCushioned 1\/4\" thick tempered glass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnodized aluminum framework\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17q3q6s\" data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"263\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"83\"\u003eUltra-Durable Steel Build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed from \u003cem data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"128\"\u003e10-gauge heavy-duty steel\u003c\/em\u003e, the FT260 is built to handle \u003cstrong data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"179\"\u003ehigh-impact play\u003c\/strong\u003e in schools, parks, and recreational courts. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1on0rbo\" data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"461\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"266\" data-end=\"299\"\u003eReliable Rebound Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid steel surface delivers \u003cem data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"368\"\u003econsistent, predictable ball response\u003c\/em\u003e — ideal for training, practice, and competitive use. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lpx095\" data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"647\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"490\"\u003eAll-Weather Toughness:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"529\"\u003eWeather-resistant powder coat finish\u003c\/em\u003e protects against rust, sun, and rain — perfect for \u003cstrong data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eoutdoor installations\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hat69z\" data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"820\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"680\"\u003eHigh-Visibility Targeting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features an \u003cem data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eofficial orange shooter’s square\u003c\/em\u003e to improve shooting accuracy and player development. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yv3mjq\" data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"860\"\u003eBuilt for Heavy Use Environments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for \u003cem data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"915\"\u003eplaygrounds, schools, and public courts\u003c\/em\u003e where durability and low maintenance are top priorities. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"instant-open\" aria-describedby=\"radix-_r_c6_\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"490\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"305\"\u003eQ: What is the First Team 42″ x 60″ Steel Backboard – FT260?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"308\"\u003eA: A \u003cstrong data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"376\"\u003eheavy-duty 42″ x 60″ rectangular steel basketball backboard\u003c\/strong\u003e built for durability and consistent performance in high-use environments. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"542\"\u003eQ: What material and construction does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"545\"\u003eA: Made from \u003cstrong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"576\"\u003e10-gauge steel\u003c\/strong\u003e with a reinforced design for maximum strength and long-term reliability. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"904\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"739\"\u003eQ: Is the FT260 suitable for outdoor courts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"742\"\u003eA: Yes — it features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"811\"\u003ewhite weather-resistant powder-coat finish\u003c\/strong\u003e that helps resist rust and harsh outdoor conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eQ: What are the key performance benefits?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"954\"\u003eA: Provides \u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"997\"\u003econsistent rebound 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