Sentry™ Tennis Net and Post System by First Team| In-Ground
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Description
The Sentry™ In-Ground Tennis Net and Post System by First Team is built for permanent tennis court installations that require long-term durability, stable net tension, and professional-grade performance.
Constructed from 3.5" OD Schedule 40 aluminum with a black powder-coated finish, the Sentry system is engineered to stay straight and true under high-use court conditions. The external worm gear winch with removable crank handle provides safe, controlled net tensioning without backdrive.
Each Sentry tennis package includes a heavy-duty double top six tennis net with coated top cable, center strap, and anchor for proper regulation alignment. The system is designed for dedicated tennis courts as well as multi-purpose facilities that require durable, removable in-ground posts.
This system is available in two in-ground configurations depending on your court design:
- TNPS: PVC sleeve installation for standard in-ground setups
- TNSO: Hinged lid sockets for flush-surface, multi-use courts
The hinged socket configuration is ideal for facilities that need a smooth, flush playing surface when posts and center strap hardware are removed. Both options provide a clean, secure in-ground installation for residential, club, resort, school, and commercial tennis courts.
Made in the USA, the Sentry system is trusted for high-use tennis facilities where durability, clean installation, and long-term court performance matter.
BEST FOR:
- Permanent tennis court installations
- New tennis court construction
- Country clubs, tennis facilities, resorts, and schools
- High-use residential and commercial courts
- Multi-use courts requiring removable posts
- Facilities requiring PVC sleeves or flush-mount hinged sockets
SENTRY VS GUARDIAN: WHICH TENNIS NET SYSTEM SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?
| Feature | Sentry™ In-Ground Tennis System | Guardian™ Tennis System |
| Installation Type | In-ground only: PVC sleeves (TNPS) or hinged sockets (TNSO) | Available in in-ground, hinged socket, or surface mount configurations |
| Winch Style | External worm gear winch with removable handle | Internal stainless steel worm gear winch |
| Best Use Case | Permanent in-ground tennis courts needing dependable tension and removable posts | Premium tennis courts or projects requiring internal winch design or surface mount availability |
| Surface Mount Option | No surface mount option available | Surface mount option available with Guardian TNSM |
| Flush-Mount Option | Available with TNSO hinged lid sockets and flush mount strap anchor | Available with hinged lid sockets for flush-surface multi-use courts |
| Best For | Dedicated tennis courts, schools, clubs, and facilities needing reliable in-ground installation | Premium installations, retrofit courts, or projects needing surface mount flexibility |
If you need a permanent in-ground tennis post system with a proven external winch design, the Sentry system is a strong choice. If you need a surface mount configuration or prefer an internal winch design, explore the Guardian Tennis Net and Post System.
Features
- 3.5" OD Schedule 40 aluminum posts with black powder-coated finish
- Heavy-duty double top six tennis net with coated top cable
- External worm gear winch with removable crank handle
- Non-backdrive winch design for safe, controlled net tensioning
- Adjustable post collar for precise net height
- Available with PVC sleeves or hinged lid sockets
- TNSO hinged socket option provides flush playing surface when posts are removed
- Includes white center strap and anchor
- Designed for permanent in-ground installation
- Made in the USA
Specs
SENTRY TENNIS PVC SLEEVE SUBMITTAL
SENTRY TENNIS HINGED SOCKETS SUBMITTAL
| Model | Sentry™ In-Ground Tennis Net and Post System |
| Configurations | TNPS with PVC Sleeves or TNSO with Hinged Lid Sockets |
| Post Material | 3.5" OD Schedule 40 Aluminum |
| Finish | Black Powder-Coated |
| Net Height | 42" Tennis Post Height; 36" Center Net Height with Center Strap |
| Post Spacing | 42' Centerline for Tennis |
| Net Construction | Heavy-Duty Double Top Six Net with Coated Top Cable |
| Winch System | External Worm Gear Winch with Removable Handle |
| Installation Options | PVC Sleeves (TNPS) or Hinged Lid Sockets (TNSO) |
| Included Anchor System | Standard Anchor for TNPS or Flush Mount Strap Anchor for TNSO |
| Footing Detail | Concrete Footing Required; Refer to Submittal and Assembly Documents |
| Included Components | Posts, Winch, Double Top Six Net, Center Strap, Anchor, and Installation Components Based on Selected Configuration |
| Approx. Shipping Weight | 85 lbs. (TNPS) or 115 lbs. (TNSO) |
| Warranty | Lifetime Limited Warranty on Uprights and Components; 2-Year Limited Warranty on Net |
| Made In | USA |
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
FAQs
IS THE SENTRY™ TENNIS SYSTEM BUILT FOR COMMERCIAL USE?
Yes. The Sentry tennis system is built with heavy-duty aluminum posts, a professional-grade double top six net, and a worm gear winch for clubs, schools, resorts, parks, and high-use tennis facilities.
WHAT INSTALLATION OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE?
The Sentry tennis system is available in two in-ground configurations: TNPS with PVC sleeves or TNSO with hinged lid sockets. It does not have a surface mount option.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TNPS AND TNSO?
TNPS includes PVC sleeves for standard in-ground installation. TNSO includes hinged lid sockets and a flush mount strap anchor, which create a smoother playing surface when the posts and strap hardware are removed.
DOES THE SENTRY TENNIS SYSTEM HAVE A SURFACE MOUNT OPTION?
No. The Sentry tennis system is available for in-ground installation only. If you need a surface mount tennis net system for an existing court or retrofit application, choose the Guardian TNSM surface mount system.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SENTRY AND GUARDIAN?
The Sentry system uses an external worm gear winch with a removable handle. The Guardian system uses an internal stainless steel worm gear winch and is available in additional installation configurations, including surface mount.
CAN THE POSTS BE REMOVED WHEN NOT IN USE?
Yes. Depending on the selected configuration, the posts can be removed from the PVC sleeves or hinged sockets. The TNSO hinged socket option is ideal when a flush playing surface is desired after post removal.
WHAT IS A HINGED SOCKET SYSTEM?
A hinged socket system allows the tennis posts to be removed while the socket lid sits flush with the playing surface. This is useful for multi-use courts where a clean, unobstructed surface is desired when the net system is not in use.
DOES THIS SYSTEM INCLUDE A CENTER STRAP AND ANCHOR?
Yes. Each Sentry tennis package includes a white center strap and anchor. TNPS includes a standard anchor, while TNSO includes a flush mount strap anchor for a cleaner surface when not in use.
DOES THIS SYSTEM MEET TENNIS NET HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS?
Yes. When properly installed, the system is designed for regulation tennis net setup, with 42" post height and 36" center net height using the included center strap.
IS THIS SYSTEM MADE IN THE USA?
Yes. The Sentry Tennis Net and Post System is made in the USA by First Team.
Delivery
Freight delivery is curbside only; drivers are not required to unload. Estimated delivery is 2 weeks. Please review full details in our Shipping Policy.
Returns Policy
Returns are accepted for damaged or defective items. For other return eligibility please see our Return & Refund Policy.
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Description
The Sentry™ In-Ground Tennis Net and Post System by First Team is built for permanent tennis court installations that require long-term durability, stable net tension, and professional-grade performance.
Constructed from 3.5" OD Schedule 40 aluminum with a black powder-coated finish, the Sentry system is engineered to stay straight and true under high-use court conditions. The external worm gear winch with removable crank handle provides safe, controlled net tensioning without backdrive.
Each Sentry tennis package includes a heavy-duty double top six tennis net with coated top cable, center strap, and anchor for proper regulation alignment. The system is designed for dedicated tennis courts as well as multi-purpose facilities that require durable, removable in-ground posts.
This system is available in two in-ground configurations depending on your court design:
- TNPS: PVC sleeve installation for standard in-ground setups
- TNSO: Hinged lid sockets for flush-surface, multi-use courts
The hinged socket configuration is ideal for facilities that need a smooth, flush playing surface when posts and center strap hardware are removed. Both options provide a clean, secure in-ground installation for residential, club, resort, school, and commercial tennis courts.
Made in the USA, the Sentry system is trusted for high-use tennis facilities where durability, clean installation, and long-term court performance matter.
BEST FOR:
- Permanent tennis court installations
- New tennis court construction
- Country clubs, tennis facilities, resorts, and schools
- High-use residential and commercial courts
- Multi-use courts requiring removable posts
- Facilities requiring PVC sleeves or flush-mount hinged sockets
SENTRY VS GUARDIAN: WHICH TENNIS NET SYSTEM SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?
| Feature | Sentry™ In-Ground Tennis System | Guardian™ Tennis System |
| Installation Type | In-ground only: PVC sleeves (TNPS) or hinged sockets (TNSO) | Available in in-ground, hinged socket, or surface mount configurations |
| Winch Style | External worm gear winch with removable handle | Internal stainless steel worm gear winch |
| Best Use Case | Permanent in-ground tennis courts needing dependable tension and removable posts | Premium tennis courts or projects requiring internal winch design or surface mount availability |
| Surface Mount Option | No surface mount option available | Surface mount option available with Guardian TNSM |
| Flush-Mount Option | Available with TNSO hinged lid sockets and flush mount strap anchor | Available with hinged lid sockets for flush-surface multi-use courts |
| Best For | Dedicated tennis courts, schools, clubs, and facilities needing reliable in-ground installation | Premium installations, retrofit courts, or projects needing surface mount flexibility |
If you need a permanent in-ground tennis post system with a proven external winch design, the Sentry system is a strong choice. If you need a surface mount configuration or prefer an internal winch design, explore the Guardian Tennis Net and Post System.
Features
- 3.5" OD Schedule 40 aluminum posts with black powder-coated finish
- Heavy-duty double top six tennis net with coated top cable
- External worm gear winch with removable crank handle
- Non-backdrive winch design for safe, controlled net tensioning
- Adjustable post collar for precise net height
- Available with PVC sleeves or hinged lid sockets
- TNSO hinged socket option provides flush playing surface when posts are removed
- Includes white center strap and anchor
- Designed for permanent in-ground installation
- Made in the USA
Specs
SENTRY TENNIS PVC SLEEVE SUBMITTAL
SENTRY TENNIS HINGED SOCKETS SUBMITTAL
| Model | Sentry™ In-Ground Tennis Net and Post System |
| Configurations | TNPS with PVC Sleeves or TNSO with Hinged Lid Sockets |
| Post Material | 3.5" OD Schedule 40 Aluminum |
| Finish | Black Powder-Coated |
| Net Height | 42" Tennis Post Height; 36" Center Net Height with Center Strap |
| Post Spacing | 42' Centerline for Tennis |
| Net Construction | Heavy-Duty Double Top Six Net with Coated Top Cable |
| Winch System | External Worm Gear Winch with Removable Handle |
| Installation Options | PVC Sleeves (TNPS) or Hinged Lid Sockets (TNSO) |
| Included Anchor System | Standard Anchor for TNPS or Flush Mount Strap Anchor for TNSO |
| Footing Detail | Concrete Footing Required; Refer to Submittal and Assembly Documents |
| Included Components | Posts, Winch, Double Top Six Net, Center Strap, Anchor, and Installation Components Based on Selected Configuration |
| Approx. Shipping Weight | 85 lbs. (TNPS) or 115 lbs. (TNSO) |
| Warranty | Lifetime Limited Warranty on Uprights and Components; 2-Year Limited Warranty on Net |
| Made In | USA |
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
FAQs
IS THE SENTRY™ TENNIS SYSTEM BUILT FOR COMMERCIAL USE?
Yes. The Sentry tennis system is built with heavy-duty aluminum posts, a professional-grade double top six net, and a worm gear winch for clubs, schools, resorts, parks, and high-use tennis facilities.
WHAT INSTALLATION OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE?
The Sentry tennis system is available in two in-ground configurations: TNPS with PVC sleeves or TNSO with hinged lid sockets. It does not have a surface mount option.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TNPS AND TNSO?
TNPS includes PVC sleeves for standard in-ground installation. TNSO includes hinged lid sockets and a flush mount strap anchor, which create a smoother playing surface when the posts and strap hardware are removed.
DOES THE SENTRY TENNIS SYSTEM HAVE A SURFACE MOUNT OPTION?
No. The Sentry tennis system is available for in-ground installation only. If you need a surface mount tennis net system for an existing court or retrofit application, choose the Guardian TNSM surface mount system.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SENTRY AND GUARDIAN?
The Sentry system uses an external worm gear winch with a removable handle. The Guardian system uses an internal stainless steel worm gear winch and is available in additional installation configurations, including surface mount.
CAN THE POSTS BE REMOVED WHEN NOT IN USE?
Yes. Depending on the selected configuration, the posts can be removed from the PVC sleeves or hinged sockets. The TNSO hinged socket option is ideal when a flush playing surface is desired after post removal.
WHAT IS A HINGED SOCKET SYSTEM?
A hinged socket system allows the tennis posts to be removed while the socket lid sits flush with the playing surface. This is useful for multi-use courts where a clean, unobstructed surface is desired when the net system is not in use.
DOES THIS SYSTEM INCLUDE A CENTER STRAP AND ANCHOR?
Yes. Each Sentry tennis package includes a white center strap and anchor. TNPS includes a standard anchor, while TNSO includes a flush mount strap anchor for a cleaner surface when not in use.
DOES THIS SYSTEM MEET TENNIS NET HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS?
Yes. When properly installed, the system is designed for regulation tennis net setup, with 42" post height and 36" center net height using the included center strap.
IS THIS SYSTEM MADE IN THE USA?
Yes. The Sentry Tennis Net and Post System is made in the USA by First Team.
Delivery
Freight delivery is curbside only; drivers are not required to unload. Estimated delivery is 2 weeks. Please review full details in our Shipping Policy.
Returns Policy
Returns are accepted for damaged or defective items. For other return eligibility please see our Return & Refund Policy.