Tennis Court Equipment Packages: How to Choose the Right Setup for Your Court

Whether you're outfitting a brand-new school court or replacing aging equipment at a club, getting the right tennis court equipment is more important than most people realize. The net, posts, and sleeves are the foundation of every match, and the wrong setup can mean sagging nets, wobbly posts, and equipment that won't survive a full season.

At Do It Tennis, we carry one of the largest selections of tennis court equipment online, including four hand-picked court equipment packages designed to match different courts, budgets, and levels of use. Here's a breakdown of each one to help you find the right fit.

What's in a Tennis Court Equipment Package?

Every package includes the five core components you need to get a court match ready:

• Post sleeves — installed in the ground to anchor the posts
• Tennis net posts — the vertical supports on either side of the net
• Tennis net — the full-length court net
• Pipe anchor — holds the center strap down at the middle of the court
• Center strap — keeps the net at regulation height (36") at the center

The differences between packages come down to the materials and quality of each component, specifically the sleeves, posts, and net. As you move up the range, you get stronger materials, better aesthetics, and longer-lasting construction.

Basic Tennis Court Equipment Package

Best for: First-time home court setups, recreational use

The entry-level package covers everything you need to get a court up and running. It includes PVC post sleeves, Edwards round tennis posts, a MacGregor tennis net, a pipe anchor, and a center strap. It's a solid, no-frills option for someone building a backyard court or setting up a casual play space who just needs the essentials covered without a large investment.

Basic+ Tennis Court Equipment Package

Best for: Home courts where quality matters

The Basic+ steps up on durability across the board. The PVC sleeves are thicker and heavier-duty, the posts are a more substantial gauge, and the net upgrades to the Edwards 30LS — a noticeably higher-quality option than what's included in the Basic package. The pipe anchor and center strap remain the same. If you're investing in a private home court and want equipment that'll hold up through real use, this is a smart upgrade over the entry-level package without a major jump in price.

Premium Tennis Court Equipment Package

Best for: School courts, public parks, light club use

The big jump in the Premium package is the sleeves, which switch from PVC to galvanized steel. That's a meaningful durability upgrade as steel sleeves are significantly more resistant to ground movement, moisture, and long-term wear than PVC. The posts and net match the upgraded specs from the Basic+ package. If your court sees regular use from multiple players and you need equipment that can take that kind of traffic, the Premium package is where it starts to make sense.

Luxury Tennis Court Equipment Package

Best for: Tennis clubs, HOA courts, high-traffic facilities

The top-tier package brings together the best components across the board. The sleeves are galvanized steel like the Premium, but square-shaped rather than round, as are the posts, with the Edwards Wimbledon 3" square net posts providing a noticeably more solid, stable structure. The net upgrades to the Putterman 3.5mm Signature DTT Tennis Net, a 41'7" braided polyethylene net with UV and mildew inhibitors, a double-layer vinyl headband, and a 5-year manufacturer's warranty. This is the package for any court that needs to look and perform its best under heavy, year-round use.

Beyond the Packages: Individual Court Equipment at Do It Tennis

Not every court needs a full package. Do It Tennis also carries a wide range of individual court equipment from top brands including Edwards, Douglas, Har-Tru, and Putterman, so you can replace a single net, upgrade your posts, or spec out a custom setup. The broader catalog also includes:

• Tennis windscreens and dividers/backdrops
• Ball machines from Lobster, Sports Tutor, and Playmate
• Backboards from Bakko and Rally Master
• Umpire chairs, benches, cabans, and water coolers
• Stringing machines from Dunlop, Gamma, Tourna, and Wilson

Which Package Is Right for You?

Here's a quick cheat sheet:

If you're not sure which direction to go, the Do It Tennis customer service team is available during business hours to talk through your specific project. You can also find net post installation instructions and a full tennis court dimensions guide on our Buyer's Guide Page.

Tennis not your only game? Do It Tennis also carries a full range of pickleball court equipment packages, the same Basic through Luxury tier structure, so you can find a package built for your setup and budget. Do It Tennis carries the industry's largest selection of tennis and pickleball court equipment, all hand-picked by a team of players who know the game. Whatever court you're building, we've got what you need to do it right.

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