Building an outdoor basketball court on the grounds of your school, church, or youth center will bring your community together. Shooting hoops helps kids get exercise and build social skills, and their families can gather to support the players. To build a top-notch basketball court, don’t forget to include the following features. 

What to Include in a Basketball Court  

Security Features to Keep Players Safe 

Keeping players safe should be a top priority. Install perimeter fencing around the basketball court to create a barrier between your players and passersby. The fence will also keep the ball in play, as it won’t get tossed into the street. You won’t have to worry about players following after it and getting injured either. Placing rebound nets in front of the stands will also help keep spectators safe. 

Sturdy Court Materials 

A level, stable court surface helps players maintain their balance when practicing footwork. Asphalt and concrete are affordable options, but they require frequent maintenance. Multi-purpose modular athletic surface can be placed on top of an existing asphalt or concrete court to conceal cracks and make the court safer and more comfortable to play on. The material’s shock-absorbing capabilities help reduce strain on players’ joints while running and jumping. Its moisture-resistant properties provide better traction, and the UV stabilizers prevent premature wear.  

High-Quality Accessories

It won’t be possible to play games without in-ground basketball hoops installed at both ends of the court. They should feature shatter-proof backboards as well as strong steel poles, rims, and braces coated in rust-resistant sealants. Set up a set of benches for players to rest. If space allows, add bleachers on the side of the court for fans to sit.

If you want to install an indoor or outdoor basketball court at your church, school, or youth center, the professionals at Sport Court St. Louis are eager to show you different options. For more than four decades, the St. Louis, MO-company has been using state-of-the-art materials to construct safe, comfortable basketball, racquet sport, and volleyball courts in the Metro  St. Louis area. Visit the sport flooring contractors and court builders online to browse the products and call (636) 451-0400 for a consultation. See project photos on Facebook.