My sons plays U15 and wants to practice shooting in our backyard. My backyard is pretty big. Can you tell me what size goal would work best.
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I would get the 12by 6 if space permits. I bought 2 of the 8 by 6 for my 8 & 5 year old grandsons but as they grow I will replace with the larger goals..Tom D
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12X6 It's a a good size I have that I'm working good for my son He is 16 year's old.
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My grandson for whom we bought the pitch back net just happens to be visiting. He loves it for lacrosse, but does not think it would work for batting practice. I think he is a reliable source. : )
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Be aware that it can be hard to teach proper shooting form if the ball is too heavy for them. Kids tend to heave the ball with both hands from their chest just trying to get it there, so a properly sized ball they can handle the right way is a good idea.
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I would go with as big a goal as you can afford, especially if you plan to continue coaching. One large GOLME goal and couple of the small Pugg goals will work for many years to come.
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As a former basketball player, I would suggest regulation or official size as they will need to acclimate to that size as they get to middle school and high school. Additionally using the official size will make them better ball handlers when they have to use the smaller ball in organized leagues or games. However, if they are not serious players buy them the youth size or intermediate size.
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I am not sure. The soccer goal that we used it for we made out of pvc pipes. You might have to just get out some measuring tape and measure it. That's what we did to make sure it fit. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.
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you could use another goal as long as it is the same or similar dimensions. the backstops are attached by weaving rope around the frame so they should work on similar sized goals. the goal i bought had pockets in the corners so the hockey player would know when he made a good corner shot. we also got a dozen of the light soft pucs so the boys could play in doors. enjoy.
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The football is small. Maybe a toddler size ball. But my 9 year old still gets out there with his 6 year old brother and plays with it. It's probably just the right size for them to practice kicking the field goals. They also bring their regular size footballs out to play and it works fine with it. I hope this helps!
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I would defiantely second this response. Three to four inches depending on target. Don't go messing with underground lines!!!
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Right now I coach U13 Girls, but I have been using 6 foot pop-ups for the last few years from ages 10-13. I would say stick to the 6ft or 8ft goals with size 4 or 5 balls. 4ft goals work well with size 3 to 4 balls.
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I would get a bigger one. You could probably use this one for a year or two. It's not that sturdy if they wanted to slam dunk and hang on the rim. If it's just for occasional shooting practice and you also have younger kids you might get a little more use out of it.
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If you don't accidentally shoot the leg. I'd your serious about practicing daily I suggest a better one. In 2 weeks I was blowing chunks out the opposite side of the target. This would be good to practice for one hunting trip maybe
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Crossman premier dome hollow point shot very well in mine. Plus they are cheap and readily available. Have put down a rabbit and squirrel thus far with good results. Both were about 25 yard shots.
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We have his outdoors rain or shine no problems with it but I suppose if you allow the kicking of a soccer ball in a home and you have space it could be indoors. It's youth size not adult size goal and bigger than a toddler size. Hope that helps.
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Oh yes sir I have a 10 6 and 3 yr old we all play street hockey. We only use the goals the sticks are too small and the balls are not good if you get the set. The goals are great and if you hit them they move so the kids are safe. Get your own sticks and street hockey pucks though
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The sklz practice balls are small enough to go through but they are light so very few of them will. If you use a heavier ball of the same size, the wholes in the net will prove to be too large.
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I bought 12x30 and wish I bought 12x50. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and it will work perfectly. It's important that you drape the net loosely so it catches the ball. Ours was up the entire winter in NY and still works beautifully.