Essential basketball equipment: a complete guide for gyms and competitions

In this article, the Artisport team explores the ideal solutions for setting up a gym ready to host basketball tournaments. You can also download a useful checklist to identify what you’re missing and what information to provide to a basketball equipment supplier..

Certified basketball facilities

Basketball systems are the centerpiece of any court. Artisport offers regulation structures certified according to UNI EN 1270 standards and approved by FIBA, making them perfect for official competitions. They're main features are:

• Backboards in wood, melamine resin or tempered glass
• Spring-loaded hoops with regulatory nets.
• Sturdy galvanised steel structures, ideal for both fixed and mobile courts.

To explore the topic further, we’ve covered all aspects of FIBA-certified basketball hoops and systems in this article.

Officials tables and player benches

Organizing the technical area is crucial for the smooth running of a match. Artisport offers high-quality solutions for these specific needs.

Officials tables

The officials tables are designed to accommodate technical staff during games. Main features includes:

• Streamlined design: provides protection for staff and a professional look.
• Sturdiness: built from durable materials for long-lasting use 

In addition to the main table, which holds up to four officials, various sizes are available to accommodate timekeepers. Find all the officials' tables available in this section in our catalog

Players benches

Benches for players and technical staff offer both comfort and practicality.

• The basic models are made of painted steel with painted wooden slats, while higher-end versions feature a steel base with wheels and faux leather seats for maximum comfort.
• They are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

Basketballs

Basketballs are an essential element for training and competitions. Artisport offers a complete range of regulation balls to meet every need.

Main features:

• High-quality materials: made of synthetic leather or durable composites, they offer excellent grip and consistent bounce
• Availability of sizes: balls for adults (size 7) and mini basketball (sizes 5 and 6), suitable for different age categories.
• Versatility: balls suitable for both indoor and outdoor courts. In this section you'll find all available basketballs. 

Accessories for the court

To ensure a complete experience, the following are a must:

• Tapes for fields tracing:o mark the court areas, especially in multipurpose spaces.
• Basketball backboards protections: To guarantee safety during intense game actions.

Managing time and scoring 

Managing time and score correctly is essential in a basketball game. Artisport offers:

• Stopwatches and scoreboards: for precise management, Artisport offers a wide range of electronic scoreboards, from basic models covering essential functions to more advanced ones that can display player names and jersey numbers.
• 24/30 seconds indicators: For managing the shot clock, Artisport offers a wide range of 24/30-second indicators, from simple single-sided models to four-sided cube displays for 360° visibility.
• Ball possession indicators: manual or electronic, to ensure clarity during gameplay.

Download the checklist of essential basketball equipment

At this link you can download a checklist to make sure you don’t forget anything when setting up a basketball gym.

The Artisport team is always available to help you choose the equipment that best suits your needs..