Goalrilla FT72
$2,949.95 · Nov 12, 2026
Goalrilla's 72 by 42 inch Clear View glass with a 4 ft overhang, on an anchor you can unbolt if you move.
9.3Our score out of 10Excellent. No. 3 of 14 in our overall ranking, from a published formula.
72"Tempered glass backboard72" x 42" tempered glass, 3/8" thick, in a 1.5" steel H-frame (acrylic optional).
Goalsetter MVP 72 review
Best for families who want a regulation board and a height mechanism that small hands can work safely.
$2,999.999.3/10Excellent
Checked November 12, 2026 at Goalsetter. Available to order online.
- 72" x 42" tempered glass on a 1.5" steel H-frame
- Adjustment inside the pole: 6 to 10 ft, no pinch points
- Off-set 6" pole, 7-gauge (3/16") wall, 4 ft overhang
- Made in the USA, limited lifetime warranty
Orders typically process and ship within two business days (Goalsetter).
The catch
At $2,999.99 it tops the price list, and the spec sheet does not quite justify the gap with the $2,699 THOR Platinum: Goalsetter's glass is 3/8 inch to Pro Dunk's 1/2 inch. What you pay for is the internal height jack, the hinged anchor and the US-made frame.
Key specs
| Board | 72" glass 3/8" |
|---|---|
| Pole | 6" x 6", 7-gauge |
| Overhang | 4 ft |
| Height | 6 to 10 ft |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime |
Installation
The Goalsetter MVP 72 bolts to an anchor kit set in concrete. Goalsetter gives the hole size and concrete in the manual for this model; check it before you buy bags. Let the concrete finish curing before you mount the hoop, and call 811 before you dig.
Warranty
Goalsetter limited lifetime warranty (Goalsetter buying guide and collection page).
The Goalsetter MVP 72, in three lines
The MVP is Goalsetter's flagship and our No. 3. You get a 72 by 42 inch board in 3/8 inch tempered glass on a steel H-frame, a 6 inch off-set pole with a 7-gauge wall and a 4 ft overhang, and a rim that goes from 6 to 10 ft.
Goalsetter listed it at $2,999.99 with the glass board on November 12, 2026. The height mechanism sits inside the pole, so there are no exposed pinch points, and the whole system carries a limited lifetime warranty.
The catch: it is the most expensive hoop we compare, by about $300 over the Pro Dunk THOR Platinum, which has thicker glass and a heavier pole on paper.
Who it's for
Buy it if
- Young kids will be adjusting the hoop and you want no exposed mechanism
- You care about where it is made: Goalsetter says 100% of its hoops are made in the USA
- You have the room for a 72-inch board and a 4 ft overhang
Skip it if
- Price per spec is your yardstick: the THOR Platinum gives more glass and steel for less
- You want the rim at 5 ft: the THOR Gold goes a foot lower
- You have a small driveway: the All-American 60 is the same build on a smaller board
The hidden height jack
Most adjustable hoops use an external crank and a set of arms that pivot in the open, where fingers can get caught. Goalsetter moved its Internal Compression mechanism inside the off-set pole. Goalsetter says the adjustment handle sits about 3 ft off the ground, at "doorknob height", and the rim travels from 6 to 10 ft. For a family with little ones in the yard, that design choice is the main reason to pick an MVP.
Assembled on the ground, raised once
The Hinged Ground Anchor is 7-gauge steel set in concrete. Goalsetter's design lets you build the whole hoop lying down, then tilt it up on the hinge: no ladders, no scaffold, fewer helpers. If you plan a DIY install, that is a real advantage over hoops you assemble in the air. Our installation guide covers the hole and the curing time.
MVP or Goalrilla FT72?
Both are 72-inch, 3/8 inch glass, lifetime-warranty hoops with a 4 ft overhang. The Goalrilla FT72 costs $50 less and bolts to an anchor kit you can unbolt and take with you if you move. The MVP adds the internal height jack, goes down to 6 ft instead of 7.5 and publishes a 7-gauge pole wall. Full match-up: Goalsetter MVP vs Goalrilla FT72.
What we like, and the catch
- 72" x 42" tempered glass on a 1.5" steel H-frame
- Adjustment inside the pole: 6 to 10 ft, no pinch points
- Off-set 6" pole, 7-gauge (3/16") wall, 4 ft overhang
- Made in the USA, limited lifetime warranty
The catch: At $2,999.99 it tops the price list, and the spec sheet does not quite justify the gap with the $2,699 THOR Platinum: Goalsetter's glass is 3/8 inch to Pro Dunk's 1/2 inch. What you pay for is the internal height jack, the hinged anchor and the US-made frame.
Goalsetter MVP 72 specs
| Backboard | 72" x 42" tempered glass, 3/8" thick, in a 1.5" steel H-frame (acrylic optional) |
|---|---|
| Board size | 72" x 42" |
| Board material | Tempered glass |
| Pole | Off-set 6" square one-piece steel pole, 7-gauge (3/16") wall |
| Overhang | 4 ft from pole to front of backboard |
| Height range | 6 ft to 10 ft, Internal Compression mechanism inside the pole (no exposed pinch points) |
| Height adjustment | Internal compression jack |
| Mounting | Anchor kit (bolt-down) |
| Anchor or footing | Hinged Ground Anchor (7-gauge steel, embedded in concrete): the hoop is assembled on the ground and raised, no ladders or scaffold |
| Concrete | Not stated |
| Rim | GS HD breakaway rim |
| Pads | Pads sold separately |
| Warranty | Goalsetter limited lifetime warranty (Goalsetter buying guide and collection page). |
| Made in | Made in the USA (Goalsetter) |
| Sold by | Goalsetter |
| Availability | Available to order online |
From Goalsetter's pages, read November 12, 2026. "Not stated" means we could not find the figure there.
What it costs on Nov 12, 2026
$2,999.99 on November 12, 2026, from the Goalsetter product page (tempered glass option). Price shown with the tempered glass board; the collection page lists the model "starting at" a lower price.
Delivery: Orders typically process and ship within two business days (Goalsetter).
Concrete and installation are not included. Hoop prices move with seasonal sales; the button opens Goalsetter's page so you see today's number before you decide.
9.3/10, excellent
No. 3 of 14 in our overall ranking. Each criterion is rated from what Goalsetter publishes, on the scales shown on our method page; anything not stated scores low.
| Price (dated, US) (20%) | Average |
|---|---|
| Backboard size and material (20%) | Top marks |
| Pole size and steel gauge (20%) | Top marks |
| Warranty (15%) | Top marks |
| Overhang (play space under the rim) (10%) | Top marks |
| Lowest rim height (10%) | Top marks |
| Mounting (anchor kit or not) (5%) | Top marks |
Where these facts come from
- goalsetter.com/products/goalsetter-mvp-basketball-hoop
- goalsetter.com/pages/how-to-choose-an-in-ground-hoop
- goalsetter.com/collections/adjustable-in-ground
Written by Chris Dalton, editor, backyard and driveway basketball, from the pages above, read November 12, 2026. Some links are affiliate links; it never changes our scores. Disclosure.
Compare with rivals
The three hoops closest in price, scored on the same formula.
Pro Dunk THOR Platinum
$2,699 $3,400 · Nov 12, 2026
The full 72-inch board on an 8 by 6 inch pole: the closest thing to a gym hoop you can bolt into a driveway.
Goalsetter All-American 60
$2,599.99 · Nov 12, 2026
Goalsetter's best-selling board size on a 7-gauge off-set pole, with the rim down to 6 ft.
Goalsetter MVP 72 questions
Where is the Goalsetter MVP made?
In the USA: Goalsetter says 100% of its basketball hoops are made in the United States. Its corporate office is in Evansville, Indiana.
Does the Goalsetter MVP come with an acrylic board?
It is available in tempered glass or acrylic. Our $2,999.99 price is the tempered glass version; Goalsetter's collection page lists the MVP "starting at" $2,899.99.
How high does the Goalsetter MVP 72 adjust?
6 ft to 10 ft, Internal Compression mechanism inside the pole (no exposed pinch points).
How do you install the Goalsetter MVP 72?
The Goalsetter MVP 72 bolts to an anchor kit set in concrete. Goalsetter gives the hole size and concrete in the manual for this model; check it before you buy bags. Let the concrete finish curing before you mount the hoop, and call 811 before you dig. Read our installation guide.
What size pole does the Goalsetter MVP 72 have?
Off-set 6" square one-piece steel pole, 7-gauge (3/16") wall. Overhang: 4 ft from pole to front of backboard.
