Gared Sports Redzone High School 4-1/2" O.D. Football Goalposts - FGHS45IGW

Gared Sports Redzone High School 4-1/2" O.D. Football Goalposts  - FGHS45IGW

 Score the championship field goal with our white or yellow football goalpost with surface and permanent or sleeve mount installation. The 4-1/2" O.D. post supports a 3-1/2" O.D. crossbar and 20' tall high school regulation uprights with 23' 4" spacing. The 5' 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 powder coat, or white powder coat. 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

• 23' 4" wide crossbars meet official specifications for high school play
• Surface mount design eliminates the hassle of ground sleeve or permanent installation. Designed for permanent installation or ground sleeves can be purchased separately to allow for removal of posts for multi-sport fields

What our Experts Think

• Regulation high school standard: The Gared Sports Redzone FGHS45IGW is built to meet NCAA and NFHS specifications, making it suitable for competitive school and stadium-level play.
• Heavy-duty 4-1/2” O.D. steel construction: Oversized gooseneck posts deliver maximum structural strength and long-term durability for high-impact outdoor use.
• Official field dimensions: Features a 23’ 4” crossbar width and 20’ uprights, matching high school regulation requirements for accurate gameplay.
• Multi-sport friendly offset design: The 5’ offset allows safer field sharing with other sports and reduces interference in multi-use stadium setups.
• Flexible installation options: Compatible with surface mount or sleeve mount systems, supporting both permanent and semi-permanent field configurations.
• Built for harsh environments: Powder-coated steel finish improves resistance to weather, rust, and long-term outdoor exposure.

Q&A

Q: What is the Gared Sports Redzone High School 4-1/2" O.D. Football Goalposts (FGHS45IGW)?
A: It is a heavy-duty, regulation high school football goalpost system designed for stadiums, schools, and multi-sport fields, built to meet official NCAA and NFHS specifications.

Q: What are its main specifications?
A: It features a 4-1/2" O.D. steel gooseneck post, 3-1/2" crossbar, 20' uprights, and a 23' 4" crossbar width for high school regulation play.

Q: Is it built for official competition?
A: Yes, it meets NFHS and NCAA specifications for high school-level football fields, making it suitable for official games and stadium use.

Q: What installation options are available?
A: It supports surface mount, sleeve mount, or permanent installation depending on field requirements and long-term flexibility needs.

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

Q: Is it suitable for multi-sport fields?
A: Yes, the 5' offset design allows shared use of the field with other sports without obstructing play areas.

Q: What makes it stand out?
A: Its professional-grade steel construction, regulation dimensions, and flexible mounting options make it a long-lasting solution for high school stadiums and athletic complexes.

Q: Who is it best for?
A: Ideal for high schools, sports complexes, and municipalities needing a durable, regulation-compliant football goalpost system for competitive play.

Maintenance Tips

• Inspect Structural Integrity: Regularly check uprights, crossbar (23' 4"), gooseneck, and welds for cracks, bending, or loosening before use.
• Tighten All Hardware: Ensure bolts, sleeve connections, and mounting points remain secure to maintain field safety.
• Protect Finish: Wipe down galvanized or powder-coated steel to remove dirt, moisture, and prevent corrosion buildup.
• Check Ground Sleeves/Anchors: Keep sleeves clear of debris and ensure posts are fully seated and stable.
• Weather Maintenance: Inspect after storms or heavy winds; re-align posts if any shifting occurs.
• Avoid Impact Stress: Do not allow climbing or hanging on uprights or crossbar to prevent structural fatigue.
• Paint & Coating Care: Touch up chips in coating to prevent rust spread on exposed steel.
• Seasonal Inspection: Perform full safety inspection before each sports season for compliance and stability.