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Sports such as soccer or basketball, football requires a lot of equipment to play. Field goal posts, line markers, pads, helmets, and countless other items can create a large barrier for entry. That is why AAA State of Play is proud to offer top-notch and affordable equipment for sale so that everyone can play and enjoy the game so many Americans love.

Football 

Equipment

Get your backyard, park, or schoolyard ready for play with our line of field equipment for football. Set the boundaries, yard lines, hash marks, and field numbers with a line marker to get the field ready for action. The markers range from 25 to 100-pound capacities, allowing you to paint a small section in your backyard or an entire field for your school or park.

We also have field goalposts for both recreational or organized games. Our posts meet standardized high school football field goal dimensions and college football field goal post dimensions, making them perfect for competitive play. We also offer affordable posts for leisure play so the entire community including youth leagues, intramurals, and other organizations can enjoy America’s game.

Complete your field by marking the end zones with our set of pylons. They are built to last, so athletes can dive and reach across the goal line to score over and over again.

Organization

Football equipment and pads can take up a lot of room and need to be stored efficiently, especially during the offseason. Clear up space and prolong the life of your equipment with our organizational racks. We offer wheeled racks and carts that allow coaches and athletic assistants to safely store and keep track of gear such as helmets and shoulder pads. The carts can be used to arrange pads by size, making them easier to store and distribute once the season starts. Because they are wheeled, you can move multiple pads at once for easier transportation.

Proper storage can also reduce the chances of broken pads or lost or stolen items. This can help increase your equipment’s lifespan and reduce the need for new items, saving you money in the end. Properly maintained equipment can minimize the risk of injury on the field as well, further stressing the need for appropriate storage.

Footballs and Accessories

We know that football is a fast-paced contact sport. That is why we offer accessories that can help reduce the risk of injury to keep athletes safe. Young athletes and beginners can learn the game with our set of training footballs. They are also superb options for relaxed play between friends.

In the red zone, athletes are focused on opponents and the ball so they may forget to check for the field goal post as they run. Protect players by adding a pad in the center of the field goal in case of accidental contact. We also have training accessories such as kicking nets so kickers can work on their strength, form, and accuracy without the need for a field goal post.

We have the materials you need to build a field for parks, youth leagues, high schools, or colleges. From footballs to pylons, AAA State of Play is committed to providing competitively-priced items you need to dominate the gridiron.

Baseball & Softball 

Equipment and Supplies

Building a baseball diamond or softball field can be a challenging endeavor. We offer affordable, top-notch field equipment to help get you started. Get the ball rolling and draw the lines and borders with our line markers. And with foul balls being a big part of the game, we offer tall foul poles to make them easier to call.

Because safety is of utmost importance, we offer backstops to prevent erratic balls from hitting parents, friends, or fans in attendance. We also offer little league baseball equipment including a variety of mounts and plates for young athletes to safely step on as they play.

Training

It’s no secret that practice makes perfect. Baseball and softball players can work on their hitting, catching, and pitching with our selection of training equipment. A batting tee with an adjustable height allows athletes of all ages to practice their hitting while a pitching net helps players stay protected while they work on their curveballs, sliders, knuckleballs, and fastballs.

Practice for hours on end and never run out of training balls with a portable baseball bucket that holds dozens of baseballs at once. Our quality items will help athletes hone their skills to become better players and teammates to lead their teams towards victory.

AAA State of Play is here to help you build the perfect diamond for you and your budget. Browse our selection of baseball field equipment and supplies to get ready so children and people of all ages can play America’s favorite pastime.

Net Sports

Explore Tennis Nets and Accessories

Tennis is a popular racket sport that can be played one-on-one or as doubles and mixed doubles. The modern interpretation with rackets was developed in the 16th century. This historical sport has many physical benefits for children and adults and is played at many different levels, both competitive and recreational. You can watch some of the game’s best players at events like the French Open and even the Olympic Games.

This sport requires a lot of movement, improving flexibility, motor skills and agility. Additionally, tennis advances hand-eye coordination and bone strength as players move across the court. Explore our selection of durable tennis nets and other sports accessories to add to the tennis court.

How to Play Badminton

Much like tennis, this racket sport can be played as singles or doubles. A player hits the shuttlecock back and forth across a net hoping to ground the game piece on the opponent's side. It originated in British India and was added as an Olympic sport in 1992. Badminton has many of the same benefits as tennis such as improved hand-eye coordination, cardio fitness, speed and agility.

Who invented Volleyball?

Volleyball was invented in the U.S. by William G. Morgan in 1895 and the official rules were published in 1900. Two teams of six are separated by a raised net. Points are scored by grounding the ball on the other team's side of the court over the net.

This net sport has an extensive rulebook and is most popular among women. Volleyball can be played indoors and outdoors and is played competitively and recreationally by people of all ages. It has many fitness benefits and advances speed, hand-eye coordination and leg strength.

What is Futsal?

Futsal comes from the word “futbol,” which translates to “football” in English. Futsal is very similar to American soccer except that it is played on a smaller hard court. It began as a soccer game on a basketball court and transformed into its own unique sport in the 30’s. Two teams of five, including a goalkeeper, work to score points by kicking the ball into the other team’s net.

This sport emphasizes improvisation, creativity and technique. With a combination of walking, running and sprinting, futsal offers many unique health benefits including cardio fitness, aerobic capacity and agility.

How to Play Handball

Handball has ancient Greek roots but the modern interpretation was solidified by the end of the 19th century. It requires two teams of seven, including a goalkeeper. Players will use their hands to get the ball across the pitch and into the opposing team's goal. It uses the same basic concepts as soccer or futsal, but the use of hands, unique rules and finer details of handball make this net sport different from the rest.

What is Netball?

Netball is most favored in Commonwealth nations but has increased in popularity all over the world since its inception in the 1800’s. Its origins and gameplay are similar to basketball. Two teams of seven work together to move the ball into overhead nets and players can only hold the ball for a maximum of three seconds. This sport helps improve flexibility, stamina and strength while burning a lot of calories and helping people lose or maintain their weight.

How to play Pickleball

Pickle ball is a fun, social and family-friendly game created in the U.S. in 1965. It's simple, fast-paced and easy for beginners to learn. It is a unique net sport with influences from tennis, badminton and ping-pong.

USA pickleball is played with a paddle and plastic ball with holes that players must hit over a net. Played indoors or outdoors, doubles or singles, this original game is most popular in the U.S. and Canada but is gaining popularity internationally. It promotes cardio fitness, stamina, hand-eye coordination and motor skills and can be played by people of all ages.

Soccer 

Soccer Balls

Take the game with you anywhere you go with our collection of soccer balls. With four sizes available, it’s important to know what size ball to use.

All Ages Size 1: 18-20 inch circumference 8 & Younger Size 3: 23-24 inch circumference 8-12 Years Old Size 4: 25-26 inch circumference 12 Years - Adult Size 5: 27-28 inch circumference

Choosing the correct size allows athletes to get a feel for the ball and become more comfortable kicking, dribbling, throwing, or catching the ball. Additionally, it's imperative to know what type of field you are going to be playing on and how you are going to use them.

Certain environments can require different kinds of balls. There are soccer balls specialized for use on grass, turf, hard surfaces (such as wooden indoor or concrete outdoor futsal courts) and even the beach! Each ball will use different materials, so it’s important to know the use to make sure you can play at your best.

We offer training and indoor balls to help beginners learn the basics of the game before they head out on the pitch. They are also great for experienced players to perfect their dribbling and ball control so they can make game-breaking cuts and moves to get past the opponent’s defense with ease.

Accessories

Shop our sterling selection of soccer field marking equipment to put the finishing touches on your pitch.

Nets are available for new goals or can serve as a replacement net in case of a tear, rip, or break. Set the boundaries of the sports field with a marking machine to paint lines and add flag sets to help young children. Reduce the risk of your goal tipping over by adding anchors. They can also transform your portable goal into a sturdier, more permanent one.

Whether you want to improve your soccer skills for practice, game day, or just want to relax and enjoy the game you love, we have you covered. Our first-rate and budget-friendly soccer equipment can help athletes elevate their game to lead their teams to victory.

Lacrosse

Lacrosse is a team sport that uses a stick and ball to score points. It’s one of the oldest organized sports in North America with origins from games played by Indigenous people. This historical game from the Eastern Woodlands was modified by Europeans into the version seen today.

Players use the head of the stick to carry, pass, catch and shoot the ball into the opponent’s goal. Lacrosse combines elements from many different sports to create a well-rounded game that provides a full-body workout. It can be played collegiately and professionally and promotes team building, endurance and hand-eye coordination. Interested in adding Lacrosse to your lineup? Take a look at our Rhino Skin Lacrosse set by Champion Sports, ideal for teaching beginners this historic field sport.

Polo

The modern version of Polo originated in Manipur, a northeastern state of India, but has influences from sports and training methods from mounted nomads in Central Asia. In traditional, competitive settings, it is played on horseback. But field versions played on foot have become popular with kids for physical education purposes. Polo, whether it's on horseback or on foot, advances hand-eye coordination, core strength and agility. You’ll find a selection of soft polo sets, complete with sticks and balls to introduce young people to this long-standing sport.

Field Hockey

Field Hockey can be played on artificial turf, grass or indoor hard surfaces. It originated in 19th century England and is played by two teams with ten players and a goalkeeper on each side.

Players use the stick to move a ball across the field and into the opponent's nets. This field sport provides a lot of exercise and improves endurance, hand to eye coordination and agility. We offer field hockey sticks and sets ideal for physical education classes and other school programs at an affordable price. Our durable and commercial-grade hockey game sets come in multiple sizes to suit many different ages.

Track & Field

Track and field includes a variety of athletic contests that feature elements of running, jumping and throwing. Events in the umbrella of Track & Field include:

  • Pole vault
  • High jump
  • Long jump
  • Shot put
  • Javelin
  • Discus
  • Relay races
  • Hurdles

Each event has individual winners that contribute to an overall team score. Track and field sports have ancient origins represented in Greek art. Most of these sports have been around since the beginning of recorded history and are played in a similar way today. The variety of sports provides different benefits including endurance, cardiovascular fitness and muscle strength.

Tetherball 

AAA State of Play offers a variety of tetherball poles, sets and individual balls from manufacturers Champion Sports and Gared. A game of tetherball is a favorite seen on playgrounds and recreation areas all over. It is simply a ball tethered to the top of the pole. Two players hit the ball back and forth until the rope wraps around the pole. Tetherball teaches about motion and physics while children work together and socialize with their friends.

Bowling

Bowling has a long history and remains one of the most popular sports in the world. Most people bowl indoors in bowling alleys but portable versions were introduced for at-home and recreational use. AAA State of Play offers a variety of bowling pin sets, including rubber, plastic and foam versions with bowling balls. They work best on hard surfaces like gym floors or pavement and can be set up manually in the traditional pyramid shape. These bowling sets were designed for physical education and school programs to assist educators and teach young people how to play the game. Bowling has stood the test of time and is one of the earliest sports kids learn.

Other Funhoop and Fun Shot Games

Funhoop is a unique and creative way to advance hand-to-eye coordination for all ages. Similar to basketball, this unique game requires a ball to be thrown up into the top of the post. The ball will then leave through one of the holes with a number. Add the numbers along the way to keep track of your score. This game is also offered in an ADA version, guaranteeing anyone can play this one-of-a-kind playground game. Fun Shot is another great way for kids to learn some basketball skills. The short post is topped with a net suitable for a variety of ball sizes and ideal for preschool and elementary-age children.

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