First Team Sports

Overview

First Team Sports manufactures high-quality residential and institutional sports equipment, primarily for basketball, soccer, volleyball, lacrosse, football, tennis, and pickleball. Founded in 1996, the company produces professional-grade products made mostly in America using domestic and imported components, serving all levels of play from residential to commercial facilities.³⁴

History

First Team Sports was founded in 1996 by Jeff Roth and Wayne Unruh in Hutchinson, Kansas, with a focus on durable sports equipment combining Midwest craftsmanship and quality. The company has grown into an industry leader in residential and commercial sports equipment for multiple sports including basketball, soccer, and volleyball. It continues manufacturing in Hutchinson, Kansas, emphasizing reliability for athletes, coaches, and schools.³⁴

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Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in Hutchinson, Kansas. Most items are made in America with a combination of domestic and imported components. The company handles production in-house to ensure quality and durability.³⁴

Notable Products

• Professional-Grade Basketball Systems - Adjustable height systems for residential and institutional use, built for high performance.
• Soccer Goals - Portable and permanent goals designed for durability across play levels.
• Volleyball Systems - Nets and uprights for indoor and outdoor facilities.
• Lacrosse Goals - Regulation-sized goals for training and competition.
• Football Goalposts - Heavy-duty uprights for fields and stadiums.

Reputation

First Team Sports is recognized for producing durable, American-made sports equipment suitable for schools, facilities, and residential use. Enthusiasts and professionals value its focus on quality craftsmanship and reliability in products like basketball hoops and soccer goals. No major criticisms noted in available sources, though it operates as a smaller manufacturer.³⁴