Gared Sports Redzone College 5-9/16" O.D. Football Goalposts - FGC606IGW

Gared Sports Redzone College 5-9/16" O.D. Football Goalposts  - FGC606IGW

Score the championship field goal with our FGC606IGY yellow football goalpost with permanent/sleeve mount installation. The 5-9/16" O.D. post supports a 3-1/2" O.D. crossbar and 20' tall college regulation uprights with 18’ 6" spacing. The 6' offset allows multiple sports to share the field.

RedZone Football Goalposts are unyielding for the toughest high school, college, or recreational play environments. Newly redesigned with enhanced features for easier assembly and installation (some drilling in the field is required). Meets all NCAA and NFSHSA specifications. Your choice of our popular 4-1/2” O. D. gooseneck with 5’ offset, or our ultra-duty 5-9/16” O. D. gooseneck with 6’ offset. Crossbar is 3-1/2” O. D. and top uprights are 2-3/8” O. D. and 20’ tall for all models.

Entire unit is 30’ tall. Crossbars are 23’ 4” apart for high school specifications and 18’ 6” apart for college specifications. All models available with finish choice of galvanized, yellow powdercoat, or white powdercoat. All models available for permanent, sleeve-mounted, or surface-mounted installation. Goalposts sold in pairs. Optional ground sleeves available for sleeve-mount models only, to allow semi-permanent installation of goal. Optional protective post pads available and recommended for player safety.

Features

• 18' 6" wide crossbars meet official specifications for collegiate play
• Designed for permanent installation with optional ground sleeves available

Specifications

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What our Experts Think

• Elite collegiate-grade system: The Gared Sports Redzone FGC606IGW is built for NCAA and high-level college football fields, delivering regulation accuracy and long-term durability.
• Ultra-heavy 5-9/16” O.D. steel uprights: Oversized gooseneck posts provide maximum structural strength and stability for stadium environments and heavy wind loads.
• Official college dimensions: Features 18’ 6” crossbar width and 20’ uprights, fully compliant with collegiate field specifications.
• Extended 6’ offset design: Pushes uprights farther from the field of play for improved player safety and multi-sport field compatibility.
• Versatile installation options: Supports permanent, sleeve, or surface mount setups, allowing flexibility across stadium types and upgrades.
• Weather-resistant construction: Powder-coated or galvanized steel finish ensures long-term outdoor performance with reduced corrosion risk.

Q&A

Q: What is the Gared Sports Redzone College Football Goalposts (FGC606IGW)?
A: It is a heavy-duty, regulation college-level football goalpost system designed for stadiums and competitive fields, built to meet NCAA specifications for official play.

Q: What are its key specifications?
A: It features a 5-9/16" O.D. steel gooseneck post, 4" crossbar, 18’ 6” uprights, and a 23’ 4” crossbar width, making it compliant with collegiate football standards. 

Q: Is it approved for official competition?
A: Yes, it is designed to meet NCAA and high-level competitive football regulations for college and stadium use. 

Q: What material is it made from?
A: It is constructed from heavy-duty galvanized steel with a powder-coated or galvanized finish for long-term outdoor durability and corrosion resistance. 

Q: What installation options are available?
A: It supports permanent in-ground installation using sleeves or direct burial, depending on field requirements and long-term stability needs.

Q: What makes it stand out?
A: Its reinforced 5-9/16" gooseneck design, college regulation sizing, and stadium-grade steel construction make it a reliable system for high-level football programs.

Q: Who is it best for?
A: Ideal for colleges, universities, and professional-grade athletic facilities requiring durable, regulation-compliant football goalposts for competitive play.

Maintenance Tips

• Routine Structural Checks: Inspect uprights, crossbar (18’6” spacing), gooseneck, and welds for cracks, bending, or loosening before each season or heavy use.
• Tighten Hardware: Regularly secure bolts, sleeve mounts, and anchor points to maintain full field stability in wind and impact conditions.
• Clean & Wash: Use mild soap and water to remove dirt, dust, and field buildup; avoid abrasive cleaners that can damage the powder-coated finish.
• Rust Prevention: Inspect joints and ground contact areas; sand and touch up any exposed metal to stop corrosion early.
• Weather Care: After storms or strong winds, verify alignment and structural integrity; re-level if needed.
• Protective Padding: Check post pads for wear and replace if torn to maintain player safety and impact protection.
• Avoid Impact Stress: Prevent climbing, hanging, or forceful contact with uprights or crossbar.
• Seasonal Inspection: Perform a full inspection before each football season to ensure compliance and safe performance.