First Team Sentry PKPS Pickleball Net System with PVC Ground Sleeves – Adjustable to Tennis Height
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The First Team Sentry PKPS Pickleball Post System is a complete in-ground net system built for permanent outdoor courts at homes, schools, parks, and clubs. Each post is made from 3.5" outside diameter, 1/4" wall 6063-T6 aluminum tube with a black powder coat finish. That gives you a strong, corrosion-resistant upright that stays light enough to remove and store when needed.
Sentry can switch between two sports. Pull a pin and the top cap telescopes from 36" pickleball net height to 42" tennis net height. That makes it a smart and practical choice for busy multi-use courts where both sports share the same space.
Net tension is set with a 26:1 ratio worm gear winch that will not backdrive, so the net holds steady once fully tightened. The winch has a quick-detach handle that you can remove after adjusting. The vinyl-coated top cable runs over a 2" pulley at the top of the winch post for smooth tensioning. An adjustable post collar and 1/4" aluminum net lacing straps help keep the net properly secured.
The PKPS package includes two 36" white PVC sleeves for post installation. Set the sleeves in concrete and the posts slide in and out, so you can remove them for storage, maintenance, or other court uses. The included heavy-duty pickleball net is made from 3 mm black polypropylene with a 32 oz. headband and vinyl side and bottom tapes. The posts and components carry a lifetime limited warranty, and the net carries a 2-year limited warranty.
Features
- 3.5" OD, 1/4" wall 6063-T6 aluminum posts
- Black powder coat finish
- Telescoping top cap adjusts from 36" pickleball to 42" tennis net height
- 26:1 ratio worm gear winch that will not backdrive
- Quick-detach removable winch handle
- Adjustable post collar
- 2" zinc-plated pulley caps on both posts
- 1/4" aluminum net lacing strap on each post
- Heavy-duty pickleball net with vinyl-coated top cable
- Two 36" PVC sleeves for removable post installation
Benefits
- Use one court for both pickleball and tennis
- Change net height in moments with the pull of a pin
- Keep consistent net tension with a winch that holds its setting
- Remove the handle after adjusting to help keep the court tidy
- Remove posts easily for storage or seasonal maintenance
- Lightweight aluminum construction resists rust and is easy to handle
- Durable net built for regular outdoor play
- Lifetime limited warranty on posts and components
Specifications
- Brand: First Team
- Model: Sentry PKPS
- Condition: New
- Post Material: 6063-T6 aluminum
- Post Size: 3.5" OD, 1/4" wall
- Finish: Black powder coat
- Net Height Settings: 36" pickleball, 42" tennis
- Winch: 26:1 ratio worm gear with removable handle
- Post Weight: Approx. 25 lb (winch post), 20 lb (non-winch post)
- Net Size: 36" H x 21' 6" L
- Net Material: 3 mm black woven polypropylene
- Net Headband: 32 oz.
- Net Tapes: 2.5" black vinyl side and bottom
- Installation: Two 36" white PVC sleeves (in-ground)
- Included: FT8100PO Sentry Posts & Winch, FT8000P1 Heavy Duty Pickleball Net, FT8000PVC Plastic Sleeves
- Shipping Weight: 160 lb
- Warranty: Lifetime limited (posts and components), 2-year limited (net)
FAQ's
What is included with the Sentry PKPS?
The package includes the Sentry posts and winch (FT8100PO), a heavy-duty pickleball net (FT8000P1), and two PVC sleeves (FT8000PVC).
Can this system be used for tennis?
Yes. The top cap telescopes from 36" pickleball height to 42" tennis height with the pull of a pin.
What is the difference between the PKPS and PKSO?
The PKPS includes PVC sleeves for post installation. The PKSO includes hinged-lid ground sockets that provide a flush surface when the posts are removed.
Are the posts removable?
Yes. The posts slide into the PVC sleeves and can be removed when needed.
Can it be surface mounted?
No. The Sentry is an in-ground system and is not offered with an anchor plate for surface mounting.
How is the net tensioned?
A 26:1 ratio worm gear winch tightens the net cable. It will not backdrive, and the handle detaches when you finish adjusting.
What warranty is included?
Posts and components carry a lifetime limited warranty, and the net carries a 2-year limited warranty.
